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Crow’s Nest Sheryl Crow’s Nashville property is filled with sentimental collections and eBay scores.

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Honky-Tonk Girl Saddle up to the coolest little playhouse in the Lone Star State.

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Summer’s Greatest Hits A Top 40 list of fun summer must-haves

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Barn To Party Cooper Boone’s Pennsylvania barn is the perfect spot to make music and memories.

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A Day in the Life of Trisha Yearwood 24 hours with the singer, designer, and cookbook author

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The Collector’s Guide: Gone Fishin’ Fresh catches, from lures to coolers What Is It? What Is It Worth? Antiques appraisals, including a music cabinet worth $2,500 Country Listings Converted barns perfect for raising your own flock

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Turn This Country Song Into a Room Inviting spaces inspired by classic tunes Ask a Country Vet Our animal expert answers your questions. Makeover Takover: Farmhouse Refresh See how we—and CL readers!—gave some TLC to a tired Tennessee retreat.

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The No Muss, No Fuss Tea Party Grammy winner Kacey Musgraves hosts a fanciful birthday bash.

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SHERYL CROW PHOTOGRAPHED BY PAUL COSTELLO.

If I were Trisha Yearwood, I don’t think I’d ever leave this porch. (Turn to page 16 to see how you can enter to win a chance to meet Trisha and seven more country artists!)

If this issue has any sort of theme, it’s not “The Music Issue” or “The Country Issue,” but best summarized (not so succinctly!) as “The Driving-Along-a-Dirt-Road-on-a-Summer-Day-With-theWindows-Down-and-Suddenly-Hearing-Your-Favorite-Song-onthe-Radio Issue.” That sentiment—that easy-breezy, sunlightdappled, not-a-care-in-the-world feeling—is what summer in the country is all about. And music—whether it’s old-school country, modern-day country, or not-at-all country—helps set that mood. So we asked a few of our friends in the music industry to ride shotgun this month and help us turn up the dial on all things summer. Darius Rucker and his “Good for a Good Time” tour mates share a few of their seasonal must-haves in “Country Living Presents: Summer’s Greatest Hits,” a spirited Top 40 roundup of finds (including that cute little orange grill below) to make your days that much brighter. Sheryl Crow (a CL subscriber and self-described junker!) opened the doors to her stunning 50-acre Nashville property, which includes a house, a barn, a little white church, and— here’s the Chevy on top—a mint green, 1951 pickup truck that she found on eBay. Trisha Yearwood, likely the hardest working woman in music, kindly let us spend a day at her beautiful Tennessee farmhouse while extolling the virtues of her go-to five-ingredient apple pie (page 88). Other high notes include: the barn party of all barn parties (page 80), a fabulous farmhouse makeover (page 52), and a whimsical Sheryl Crow backyard bash (page 95). And because summer wrangles the talent isn’t complete without tree swings and root beer on set: her horse Big Boy. floats, we moseyed over to Texas to shoot the coolest, most country-fied playhouse we’ve ever laid eyes on (page 68). Oh, and if you are a modern-day country music fan, don’t miss the chance to join some of your favorite artists (page 16) on tour (and backstage!) this summer. Because the only thing better than singing along to the radio is singing along with the real deal.

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DECORATE ’TIL THE COWS COME HOME Granted, the “faux taxidermy” field is already pretty crowded (think lacquered resin deer, cardboard rhinos…), but when CL editors laid eyes on this papier mâché sculpture of a Holstein, they fell head over hooves. $290; timelessbarn.com

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The Oklahoma-raised singer fills us in on her go-to beauty shortcut, ideal country getaway, and more-is-more fashion philosophy.

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ANTIQUES, COLLECTIBLES, AND OTHER ONE-OF-A-KIND FINDS FISHING LURES

These collectibles can reel in anywhere from $5 to as much as $100,000 for a rare find, such as the metal Giant Haskell Minnow (not shown). Heddon invented the first wooden lure in the late 1890s, and this circa 1906 Heddon find (1), dubbed the Slopenose due to its angled head, commands $500. The Little Wonder, a wooden bait (2) made by Clinton Wilt Mfg. Co. in 1913, goes for $800 thanks to still-intact barbershop-style stripes and working spinner. Arthur J. Kumm created the Fish Spotter (3) in 1933, and the wooden version is now valued at $100. (See page 27 for sources.)

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THE COLLECTOR’S GUIDE Employ a little bait and switch by turning a metal minnow bucket (found on eBay for $30) into a flower vase.

Gone Fishin’

From antique lures to vintage coolers, you can take these highly coveted catches all the way to the (river)bank.

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FISHING REELS

In 1917, Heddon developed a line of high-end fishing reels to compete with gear made by Meek. The No. 30, seen at top right (1), was the most costly, priced at up to $60 at the time. Complete with leather case and original box (not pictured), this reel fetches around $500 today. Often mistaken for a fly-fishing reel due to its large diameter, this 1930s find (2) by Go-Ite of Kokomo, Indiana, is worth $300. The petite brass reel (3) made for trout fishing by Hendryx of New Haven, Connecticut, dates back to the 1890s— before the company was acquired by Winchester. Still functioning, it’s valued at $150.

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The brighter, the better! When it comes to transistor radios from the ’50s and early ’60s, hues like orange-red and powder blue really strike a chord with collectors.

TRANSISTOR RADIOS

In 1954, music became mobile with the invention of the portable radio. Early examples like the Regency TR-1 (not pictured)—the world’s first pocket radio—can sell to the tune of $1,000. Later versions like this late ’60s pocket-size player made by Omegas (1) go for around $50 if still in working order.

Have an old transistor that’s experiencing radio silence? Remove the back and turn it into a hiding spot for keys!

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1. SIGN

Despite the fact that they don’t hold an especially high value, vintage lake signs from any era can be hard to find. This 1970s road marker, which once led visitors to Kansas’s popular Waconda Lake, was scooped up on eBay for only $40.

2. LANTERNS

Kerosene lanterns have been lighting things up since the 1800s, and this 1970s Coleman model in working order goes for about $60 ($15 if not). More seasoned collectors hunt for old railroad lanterns with colored glass by Dietz or Embury.

3. COOLERS

Portable ice chests were introduced in the 1930s. Made of metal, they rusted easily and often didn’t last more than a few summers. This 1950s model by Thermos is valued at $90, while the ’50s Coca-Cola Co. cooler nabs $110-$185.

4. CADDY

Originally introduced in 1923, this six-pack carrier was an innovation by the Coca-Cola Co. When furnished with vintage glass bottles, this ’50s-era aluminum caddy sells for up to $100, depending on condition.

5. COOLER JUG

Pelican made drinking jugs in a variety of prints and colors in the 1950s, but preppy plaids tend to be worth the most green. In addition to Pelican, plaid vessels by Thermos and Stanley can be worth $30 to $100, depending on the condition.

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What Is It? What Is It Worth?

“As soon as I saw this Slide-O-Matic record player, I had to buy it because it reminded me of my youth. I never see them. Are they rare and (hopefully) valuable?” —K.C., EAGLE, ID

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Our antiques specialists appraise your finds and collectibles.

WHAT IT IS:

RCA VICTOR SLIDE-O-MATIC RECORD PLAYER

“These record players are somewhat rare,” says eBay’s Jim Griffith. “This particular model dates back to the 1950s and made listening to a stack of 45s—the only kind of record it plays—pretty labor-intensive,” he says. “Records are inserted one at a time, so you basically listen to a single song before it’s time to insert the next one.” This model is less sought after than a later version that combined the record player and an AM radio in a single device. WHAT IT’S WORTH:

$130

“My husband loves Hank Williams and wants to hang this poster in our bedroom. I’m trying to convince him that it’s far too valuable for that. Any chance that’s true?” —F.R., CHARLESTON, WV

WHAT IT IS:

HANK WILLIAMS CONCERT POSTER

Sadly, no. “The poster is a reproduction. Most real ones have a printer’s mark along the bottom edge, and collectors want the real deal,” says Heritage Auctions’ Marsha Dixey. However, Hank Williams is the most collectible country star, so if you had an authentic vintage poster, it could nab as much as $25,000 at auction. WHAT IT’S WORTH:

$12

GUESS THE WORTH Have mercy! Sequined tops worn by mother-daughter duo Naomi and Wynonna Judd on a 1980s appearance of Austin City Limits recently sold at auction for: a) $250 b) $2,813 c) $5,000 CHECK PAGE 32 TO SEE IF YOU GUESSED CORRECTLY!

“My nana called this curio her ‘music cupboard.’ Is that truly what it is? Was it made to hold records?” —T.L., CARL JUNCTION, MO

WHAT IT IS:

SHEET MUSIC CABINET

Your nana’s cupboard is actually a Classical Revival-style music cabinet that was made in the late 19th century in England, according to appraiser Helaine Fendelman. But it wasn’t designed to hold records. “The upper shelves and vertical separations enclosed by the door originally held sheet music organized by category, size, or type,” she says. WHAT IT’S WORTH:

$2,500

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GUESS THE WORTH Stop the music! Ramblin’ Man Waylon Jennings’s circa 1950 Fender electric guitar recently sold for a song. The sale price was: a) $10,800 b) $51,350 c) $98,500 CHECK BELOW TO SEE IF YOU GUESSED CORRECTLY!

“I bought this vintage clock because of its resemblance to a guitar pick. Is that what it is?” —A.H., NICEVILLE, FL

WHAT IT IS:

Heritage Auctions’ Marsha Dixey checked with the experts in the music department to see if they thought the clock was in fact a guitar pick. “They were unconvinced,” she says. Without a maker name, it’s tough to know exactly what it is.

—T.P., RICHMOND, IN

WHAT IT’S WORTH:

$1,500

“I found this brass finial at a salvage yard. I cleaned it up and added a Lucite base. Have I hurt the value?”

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Antiques Roadshow’s Marsha Bemko met with show appraiser Michael B. Grogan, who says he was unable to find any specific information about your bird, but he does note the fine craftsmanship. “My guess is it’s a late 19th-century flagpole topper,” he says. He adds that you haven’t hurt the value with the makeover.

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Your guitar dates back to the 1990s, but it’s what’s known as a “signer guitar.” Heritage Auctions’ Marsha Dixey says, “The value is in the state of the autographs, rather than the guitar.” Because your A-list signatures are in pristine condition, the value is fairly significant, but less so than something like a Gibson Les Paul Standard. Only 1,600 were produced from 1958 to 1960, so they can fetch as much as $300,000—no signature required (or desired). WHAT IT’S WORTH:

$80

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“I have a guitar signed by Johnny Cash, June Carter Cash, Waylon Jennings, and Willie Nelson. Is there a demand for this?”

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Kenny Rogers The gambler has flipped more than 10 houses in the last 25 years, including a 973-acre Georgia horse farm with world-class barns.

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Performed by Willie Nelson and Ray Price

Casual chambray meets classic lines and nostalgic details in a living room that could cure even the worst case of the blues.

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From barely there wall paint to chambray draperies and patchwork pillows, a wash of blue makes the room sing. Paint in Denim Light; behr.com. Curtains, $59; westelm.com. Harlequin fabric (denim pillows); stylelibrary.com

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Pile them on! A perfect coupling of rugs in contrasting tones and textures defines the seating area and warms up the cool-toned space. Asri rug; abchome .com for a similar look. Jute rug, from $79; acottageinthecity.com

Curved edges, nailhead trim, and tufts turn heads without distracting from the true-blue palette. Tufted linen sofa, $875; overstock .com for a similar look. Clock; creativecoop .com for retailers

Opposites do attract! Thanks to its quirky shape, this lone star spotlights the room’s classic lines while adding a geometric punch. Star chandelier; worlds-away.com for retailers

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“PAPER ROSES” Performed by Marie Osmond

Thanks to pretty paper petals and a garden-fresh palette, this whimsical bedroom blooms year-round.

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A deep shade of green paint—on both the lattice-clad walls and the iron bed—anchors the room and allows the ever-budding blooms to take root. Paint in Basil; sherwin-williams .com. Canopy bed, $298; overstock.com

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Add understated elegance with an unsealed elm nightstand. A stack of floral books acts as artwork. Hiller side table; noirfurniture la.com for retailers. Books, $35 each; elawrenceltd.com

Simple, light-colored upholstery and linens complement the rambling flowers and keep things from feeling too precious. Summers in France in Forrest by Kathryn M. Ireland (on chair); kathryn ireland.com

Even faux vines call for a little support. Here, plain old lattice from The Home Depot— applied using a nail gun—reinforces an al fresco feel. Underfoot, a nubby sisal rug brings in more texture. Rug, from $76; pier1.com

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Lively yellows, punchy patterns, and galvanized metals hit a high note in this cheerful breakfast nook.

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Let the sun shine in with the return of a classic. These sweet window treatments provide privacy without blocking natural light. Ticking Stripe Fabric in Citron Presse (on curtains and cushions), $18/yard; spoonflower.com

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Walk a fine line on a brightand-sunny striped area rug and add additional bursts of warmth with yellow-andwhite banded upholstery on items like chair cushions and curtains. Rug, from $195; serenaandlily.com.

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Animal expert DR. TRICIA EARLEY addresses puppy allergies, shy horses, pig-friendly menus, and more.

My horse, Francis, hates riding in groups. When it’s just the two of us, all is well. Is this common? Is there anything I can do to put him more at ease? -P.K., Austin, TX

As herd animals, horses are typically more comfortable in groups. Some prefer to lead and others are content to follow. So while it’s not all that common to find a horse who prefers to be alone on the trail, it’s likely an indicator that Francis prefers trotting around trails with you rather than worrying about where he is positioned in a group

of opinionated horses. Because it’s much safer to ride with a buddy, try going out with a friend who has a quiet, easygoing gelding. If your horse is still uneasy and insists that you hit the trails solo, make sure to take along a cell phone and inform someone of your intended course and expected time of arrival.

Allergies are most certainly a common cause of itching in dogs. But before you chalk it up to that, I would advise taking Hoosier for a visit to his veterinarian. She can rule out the possibility of external parasites, like fleas or skin mites (such as Demodex or scabies). If allergies are the culprit, differentiating inhaled allergies from food allergies can be a bit of a challenge, as the symptoms tend to look the same. Inhaled allergy symptoms are more common, tend to be seasonal in nature, and will cause your dog to feel itchy certain times of the year but feel perfectly normal during other seasons. Food allergies are year-round and will cause symptoms like chronic itching and ear infections. Your veterinarian may advise intradermal skin testing or a hypoallergenic food trial to determine the cause of your pooch’s annoying skin problems as well as the right solution.

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BEFORE

With dingy siding and no landscaping, the home lacked curb appeal.

Holly Williams

MAKEOVER TAKEOVER

Farmhouse Refresh

In this year’s installment of our makeover series, Country Living readers are helping singer-songwriter Holly Williams transform her tattered Tennessee fixer-upper by voting on major design elements. First up: The exterior and master bedroom. WITH TWO HISTORIC home

renovations under her belt, Holly Williams (as in the daughter of Hank Williams, Jr., and granddaughter of Hank, Sr.) didn’t have plans to tackle a new project anytime soon. She and musician/artist husband Chris Coleman have their hands full with 18-month-old Stella June and little Lillie Mae Louise, who arrived in March. But when she stumbled upon a circa 1800s farmhouse—on

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Craigslist of all places!—just an hour outside her home of Nashville, she was powerless to resist clicking, and, ultimately, buying. “As a songwriter, I’m very inspired by old homes—the generations of love, loss, happiness, tragedy. There are so many stories that happened behind those walls,” says Holly. “I want to preserve the simpler times and honor beautiful pieces of architecture.”

WRITTEN BY LAURREN WELCH PHOTOGRAPHS BY ANNIE SCHLECHTER

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Without seating options, the spacious double porch was underutilized.

BEFORE

WHAT WE DID TO...

THE EXTERIOR

A TOTAL FACE-LIFT

To refresh the tired exterior, Holly requested James Hardie (jameshardie.com) HardiePlank lap siding and HardieTrim boards in Arctic White, an eco-friendly choice that’s as long-lasting as it is beautiful, thanks to its unique weatherresistant fiber cement formulation.

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INCREASED SEATING “The double porch draws you in the moment you drive up,” says Holly. To maximize her favorite feature, we installed pairs of swings from The Home Depot (homedepot.com) opposite one another on both porch levels. A quartet of crisp white rocking chairs (also from The Home Depot) furthers the seating options. UPDATED ACCESSORIES Page upped the home’s curb appeal with mahogany doors. Black wall sconces from The Home Depot—inspired by the era the home was built— accent both entries.

FABRIC SWATCHES, RANDY MAYOR.

FRESHENED THE PALETTE Style Director Page Mullins replaced the weathered siding with crisp white planks from James Hardie (jameshardie.com), painted the porch ceiling a dreamy blue (Borrowed Light by Farrow & Ball), and added patterned throw pillows. Holly worked with local landscape architect Anne Daigh (annedaigh.com) to add a little green.

BEFORE

LOVE SEAT FABRIC: Mist; pier1.com. HEADBOARD FABRIC: Stone Linen; sleepnumber.com. CURTAIN FABRIC: Night Vine in China Blue by Diane Von Furstenberg; theshadestore.com

A large-scale floral pattern warms up the once cold space. WHAT WE DID TO...

THE BEDROOM BROUGHT IN THE COZY To make the best use of the space, Page placed reader-selected Sleep Number’s Contemporary Camelback upholstered bed and i8 mattress (sleepnumber .com) in front of a window and created a focal point with bold draperies. (To maximize natural light, Page extended the rod 6 inches beyond the window’s frame). She also added nickel bedside lamps (circalighting.com) and a tufted linen settee (pier1.com). ENHANCED HISTORIC DETAILS To brighten up the space, the beadboard ceiling and walls were painted a crisp white (Wimborne White by Farrow & Ball). Holly discovered the old pine floors after ripping up the carpet, but they were in rough shape. Rather than undertake a costly restoration, she chose to paint them a custom Farrow & Ball blue for a bold pop of color. COUNTRYLIVING.COM JUNE 2016

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PAINT: Wimborne White and Black Blue, both from Farrow & Ball; farrowandball.com

ADDED POPS OF BLACK From the drapery hardware (Royal Wood Hardware by The Shade Store; theshade store.com) and ceiling fan (rejuvenation.com) to the bedside tables (boston interiors.com) and mantel, ebony accents anchor the light space and add sophistication. Minimalist paintings by Holly’s husband, Chris (chriscolemanart.com), add another dramatic layer to the room. UP NEXT: Look for Holly’s

kitchen and dining room in our September issue.

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RECONFIGURED STORAGE Before, a corner of the bedroom served as clothing storage in the closet-less room. Page removed the hanging rod and replaced it with a small desk to carve out a writing nook. An antique armoire now acts as a makeshift closet.

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Crow’s Nest

Singer-songwriter Sheryl Crow filled every nook and cranny of her Nashville property—which includes a house, a church, and a barn—with unexpected finds from a lifetime of junking. (Hey, if it makes her happy.)

After 20 years of living in Los Angeles, Sheryl Crow was ready to put down roots in a place that “felt normal.” The Missouri native originally bought a place in rural Tennessee, but as her two sons, Wyatt and Levi, got closer to school age, she moved to a house on a hill on 50 acres in Nashville. “It’s very private, and that really spoke to me,” she says. The extra land afforded her plenty of space to build a multi-use barn (part recording studio, part saloon, part real-deal horse barn) as well as a church (she was inspired to build the latter after seeing one for sale on eBay). The sprawling property offers lots of opportunity to display her numerous collections. “I’ve always loved old stuff. I got my love of antiquing—we called it junking— from my mom,” Sheryl says. These days, her treasure hunts mainly happen online—her assistant refers to her as “the Queen of eBay.” Her only rule: “I just buy what I love.” WRITTEN BY LAURA KOSTELNY PHOTOGRAPHS BY PAUL COSTELLO

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COME ON IN Sheryl, horses Big Boy and Chigger, and her new rescue, Benji, greet visitors in front of the barn on her 50-acre Tennessee property. Sheryl bought the 1951 Chevy truck on eBay!

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In the House

WHAT SHE COLLECTS: Antique books, equestrian-inspired pieces, vintage boxes, not to mention Grammys (nine of ’em)

After a few years of living in the country, Sheryl packed up her sons and moved to Nashville in 2012. “We brought all of our country animals into the city like The Beverly Hillbillies,” she says. The centerpiece of the property, an English manorlike home, built in 2005, boasts rich wood paneling, multiple fireplaces, and beautiful beams that make it the perfect backdrop for her antique finds both large and small.

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CADDY CORNER Sheryl first discovered vintage tea caddies at a flea market in Franklin, Tennessee, and was inspired. “I like the idea of people congregating around old objects and having conversations through the years,” she says.

A riding boot makes for a well-heeled lamp base.

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HORSE PLAY Sheryl has always had a penchant for horses and riding boots. (Note the horse lamp and boot lamp in the cozy, wood-beamed living room.) “I asked Santa for a horse every year, and I was always mildly disappointed when I didn’t get one,” she says.

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Sheryl has collected cowboy boots since childhood. “At one time, I owned almost 200 pairs, but I’ve auctioned some off for charity.”

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GOING TO THE CHAPEL After attempting to buy an old Zion church in rural Tennessee, and then another one she found on eBay (“The guy said he’d sell the whole thing for $5,000, but it was full of dry rot”), Sheryl built this one from the ground up.

In the Church

WHAT SHE COLLECTS: Religious statues and figurines, glass cloches, vintage suitcases, oil portraits

“When I bought this property, I thought it would be nice to have a space that has nothing to do with work—just a quiet and sacred place to gather,” Sheryl says. She enlisted the help of Jim Mullowney of Mullowney General Contractors to construct the chapel from a mix of reclaimed and new materials. Now, it’s the ideal place to sit and read or just enjoy the silence—well, some silence. “The kids do like to go in and ring the bell,” she says.

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DOME SWEET DOME Sheryl’s love for glass cloches began when she visited Antiques on Holiday in Destin, Florida. “They had a table filled with them, and that’s where I got quite a few. They look so beautiful, and you can put anything in there.”

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SOUL SEARCHING Sheryl lived in a Spanish-style house in Los Angeles for many years that she “filled to the gills” with religious collectibles. So she had plenty of items to furnish her sanctuary from the get-go. Sheryl has since supplemented the serene retreat with tons of religious items from—you guessed it—eBay, including the stained glass window and stately front doors.

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In the Barn

Antique advertising signage, vintage records, dress forms, paperweights, guitars

WHAT SHE COLLECTS:

When the barn was in the design stage, Sheryl planned to have a simple writing room upstairs, but once the room was soundproofed, it became a full-blown studio. “It’s ideal because I’m a single mom—I can go to work just down the driveway,” she says. Downstairs, Sheryl created a saloon and filled the walls with her impressive collection of antique signs. “It’s a great gathering place. We’ve had a lot of really good fund-raising events here,” she says.

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WEIGHTS OF THE WORLD “When I was growing up, my grandma had a paperweight on her desk that had a picture of my dad when he was a baby in the 1930s. I imagine that was pretty spiffy and a new idea at the time. So when I saw one, I thought, I have to get it.” From there, the glass domes multiplied.

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PICKIN’ PARTY Sheryl has recorded her last two albums, Feels Like Home and 100 Miles from Memphis, in her home studio, and all the guitars are playable, including a very special one—the “money maker”—that she’s used to write every hit of her career. (She’s had 31 of them, but who’s counting?) SIGN O’ THE TIMES Sheryl’s always on the hunt for old signage. “We’ve gotten away from using our hands and expressing ourselves through art,” she says. “I love that people at one time made their own advertising.”

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PLAY ROOM Sheryl also uses the barn to listen to records. “Two Christmases ago, my band gave me a great turntable and selected three records apiece to curate a collection for me. It really meant a lot,” she says.

honky-tonk girl Deep in the heart of Texas, designer Bailey McCarthy surprised her youngsters with the country’s coolest playhouse—a 250square-foot remake of the state’s oldest dance hall. Open Tyke Night, anyone? WRITTEN BY JEANNE LYONS DAVIS PHOTOGRAPHS BY BUFF STRICKLAND STYLING BY BECKI GRIFFIN

TOP BILLING

OLDIE BUT GOODIE

Gruene Hall has been rockin’ in New Braunfels, Texas, since 1878 and has hosted Merle Haggard, Willie Nelson, and George Strait.

GRUENE HALL EXTERIOR, BRUCE MALONE.

“The fact that we could replace ‘Gruene’ with ‘Grace’ made it almost too good to be true!” Bailey says.

HIGH NOTE

The galvanized water tower is named after Grace’s younger brother, Harry.

W PONY PARKING

Bandana-clad horses stick around at a rustic hitching post.

hen designer and shop owner Bailey McCarthy (biscuit-home.com) decided to build a playhouse for her daughter, Grace, at the family’s white farmhouse in Bellville, Texas, she gave the boot to more conventional, cookie-cutter structures. Instead, Bailey set her sights on replicating an iconic Lone Star State landmark— Gruene Hall, the oldest operating dance hall in the state. She enlisted Pennsylvania-based Lilliput Play Homes (lilliputplay homes.com) to re-create the venue, and luckily this wasn’t their first rodeo. The company specializes in crafting extraordinary kidfriendly digs. After working with Bailey on drawings, Lilliput had the honky-tonk ready in eight weeks and assembled it onsite in one afternoon. And just in time: Grace was ready and eager for her debut—pink guitar and all. COUNTRYLIVING.COM JUNE 2016

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BEHIND THE SCENES

Like the original Gruene Hall (above), Grace Hall wouldn’t be complete without the iconic curtained mural. The re-creation was hand-painted by Lilliput’s staff of artists in Pennsylvania.

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CENTER STAGE Bailey sent drawings of Gruene Hall’s exterior and interior to the artisans at Lilliput Play Homes, who then replicated the structure with cellular PVC lumber that’s weather- and rot-resistant. They even cut grooves into planks and hand-painted grains to resemble the building’s original woodwork. The table and benches were constructed from discarded shipping pallets.

GRUENE HALL INTERIOR, JEFF WILSON.

WESTERN UNION

No boots? No problem. A corner of Grace Hall is equipped with plenty of pairs for dress up.

LANDSLIDE

Playtime isn’t reserved solely for inside. The water tower doubles as a super fun slide!

PLAYING HOUSE

If you can dream it (or snap a photo of it), Lilliput Play Homes can—and does—build it.

KITCHENETTE Soup’s on! When Grace isn’t performing her version of crowd-favorite “Deep in the Heart of Texas,” she stays busy preparing a number of imaginary treats at the kitchen station Lilliput also constructed from old shipping pallets.

What’ll it be? Duffy’s Diner comes equipped with a booth and a drive-thru window!

This Church Playhouse will give your children a great reason to use #blessed.

Little ones will get fired up over the Olde Firehouse, which comes with a pole and hose.

SNACK TIME If you’re gonna play in Texas, you gotta have a fiddle in the band...and refreshments at the ready. Here, the watering hole’s pint-size performers pause for a round of root beer floats.

Any kid would be pumped to have his own Full-service Gas Station.

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INTRODUCING A TOP 40 LIST OF SUMMER MUST-HAVES THAT YOU’LL WANT TO PLAY ON REPEAT ALL SEASON LONG

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CERAMIC GRILL

A (medium) rare find: this smallbut-mighty multitasker that can also sear, roast, or smoke. $399 (shipping included); overstock.com

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PANAMA HAT Cheer up your summer wardrobe with this pompom-adorned pick. $110; everything butwater.com

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BAMBOO SPEAKER

This 6-inch-long Bluetooth blaster is essentially a portable party. $139; otisandeleanor.com

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WOOD SUNGLASSES

Made of Brazilian pear wood, these white-dipped cat-eye shades are equally rustic and refined. $100; woodzee.com

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ICE POP POOL FLOAT This 6-foot-long melt-proof confection offers the ultimate refreshment. $35; alwaysfits.com

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DRINK SLEEVE

Sip, sip, hooray! Harness the power of positive drinking, no matter what clouds roll your way. $5; bando.com

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PARTY CUPS

Available in seven fun colors, these reusable cups will be your new summer staple. (See ya, stemware.) $15 for 4; mrice bucket.com

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WINE POUCH

This less-clunky twist on a growler holds 64 ounces of your favorite concoction. $17; simplybaked.us

SUMMER MUST-HAVE

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CAMPING CHAIRS

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SPEEDBOAT PLANTER

Hang this 22-inchlong ceramic piece on a sleeping porch—aka your “no-wake zone.” $169; atwestend.com

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BOAT TOTE

Can’t spring for a vintage ChrisCraft? Load your cargo in this canvas carryall. $48; crabandcleek.com

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SODA

Made in Akron, Ohio (Norka = Akron spelled backwards), this cane sugarbased beverage is a sparkly standout in the craft fizz biz. $24 for a 12-pack; norkabeverage.com

EDITOR’S PICK:

Outdoor-Safe Striped Chair, $99 for 2; onekingslane .com

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CORNHOLE GAME

Add custom flair to this parking lot pastime. $200 (includes two boards and eight beanbags); denydesigns.com PORTRAIT, JOHN SHEARER / GETTY IMAGES. SPEEDBOAT PLANTER AND WINE POUCH, RANDY MAYOR.

“In the summer, we treat backstage like a tailgate. You never know who will be out on the road with us each weekend, so we always have camping chairs on the tour bus so people can sit and stay awhile. The bus also has TVs that swing out and a retractable shade, so at any given time we can have a tailgate party!”

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PICNIC BLANKET

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COLORFUL DOCKSIDES

Yacht or not, these candy-hued kicks evoke a wind-at-your-back vibe. $95; sebago.com

Because while nature is nice, you don’t have time to deal with grass stains. $45; katespade.com

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GINGHAM MASON JAR SET

Plant this happy drink caddy on a table, and it’ll double as a centerpiece. $120; jcpenney.com

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BEACH TENT

Shade-seekers will love this cotton canvas refuge. Bonus: The whole haul (carrying bag included) weighs just 9 pounds. $169; lovinsummer.com

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PERSONALIZED FIRE PIT

Log quality family time around it once a week for a year and you’ll get s’more for your money (just $16 per use!). $848; shopterrain.com

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CAMPSITE COCKTAIL SET

SUMMER MUST-HAVE

The blue-and-white speckled enamel evokes a starry sky. $34 for shaker and jigger; true fabrications.com

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MY DOGS “I spend a lot of time with my rescue dogs all year round, but it’s especially fun to take them to the park in the summertime after they’ve been cooped up inside all winter.”

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Dan Smyers The “Dan” half of Dan + Shay

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USA Pet Bed, $129; urbanoutfitters.com

ROADSIDE SIGN APRON

Strut your stuff in this ode to retro diners and greasy spoons. $28 (3 styles available); bobsyouruncle.com

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PATIO UMBRELLA

Stripe for the pickin’: This graphic piece comes in four summery shades. $150; wayfair.com

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WINE GLASSES

Take book club outside with these silicone-sleeved sippers. $24 each; goverre.com

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EDITOR’S PICK:

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ICE-CREAM SCOOP

The makers of this superclever no-drip tool clearly weren’t the victims of brain freeze. $12; josephjoseph.com

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PAPER SPHERES

SUMMER MUST-HAVE

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Round out party decor with this trio featuring sweet Liberty prints. $16 for three; bhldn.com

A HAMMOCK “There’s nothing like lying back in a hammock on a summer day. I can take it with me on the road, to the woods, and home. It’s the perfect way to relax in any situation.”

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BARN LIGHT

With 30 options, you can customize the colors ’til the cows come home. $239; cocoweb.com

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DOMINOES

Up your hostess gift game with this 28-piece set packaged neatly in a baltic birch box. $68; wolfum.com

The “Shay” half of Dan + Shay

EDITOR’S PICK:

Vineyard Haven Hammock, $195; yellowleaf hammocks.com

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CEILING FAN

This oil-rubbed bronze accent adds breezy old-factory flair to modern-day spaces. $230; lampsplus.com

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BEACH TOWEL

The colorful stripes on this 40" by 70" towel are tan lines of the coveted sort. $50; pendletonusa.com

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GINGHAM SHIRTDRESS

Check out your new summer uniform: a go-anywhere fit-and-flare. $138; nordstrom.com

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BIERGARTEN TABLE

Summer beers pair well with a hit of citrus, like this foldable orange six-seater. $598; shopterrain.com

RETRO ROCKER

Tell stories about the good ol’ days (cue the eye rolls!) as you enjoy this nostalgic design. $100; hayneedle.com

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SNO-CONE COMBO

Summon the flavor of the boardwalk to your backyard. Cherry syrup, $12; josnowsyrups.com. Ice crusher, $40; crateandbarrel.com

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SNO-CONE SYRUP, RANDY MAYOR.

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MELAMINE PLATE

Serve up some Southwestern flavor at your al fresco feast. $30; zazzle.com

SUMMER MUST-HAVE

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TIPSY NAPKINS

“I take the roof and the doors off and drive some trails or head to the lake— cranking the music and getting lost while riding around. I love anything outside and in or around the water, and this gets me there! With the roof off and the doors off, you really feel summer.”

Cheeky linen napkins steer the party in the right direction. $36 for four; www.august morgan.com

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FIREFLY LANTERN

String up a solar lantern that mimics the magical flicker of lightning bugs. $20; world market.com

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EDITOR’S PICK:

Sink-proof key chain, $8; iverson imports.com

The smart stackable design means you can cobble together those (usually wayward) small parts. $12 for 8; kuhnrikonshop.com

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ICE BUCKETS

These cute corrugated plastic coolers are sturdy enough to double as a stool. From $22 for 2.5-gallon bucket; neo-utility.com

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M U S I CI AN AND DESIGNER C OOP E R B OONE TRA N SF O R MED AN OLD PENNS Y LVANIA B AR N INT O THE PER FECT PLACE T O M AK E B OT H M USI C AND MEMOR IES WITH FAM ILY AND F R IE NDS . WRITTEN BY JENNIFER KOPF PHOTOGRAPHS BY DAVID TSAY STYLING BY LISA LEE

IT WAS A WRONG TURN that initially led Cooper Boone to the right spot. “When I happened upon this place, I thought, ‘I have been dreaming about this property since I was a child!’ ” says Cooper. While he loved the picturesque white farmhouse, it was the Pennsylvania Dutch bank barn out back that got his attention. There was only one problem: It wasn’t on the market. But after years of drive-bys, he got a (literal) sign, and it said “For Sale.” He snapped up the place and immediately went to work on the barn, which needed more than a little TLC. “She was a hot mess,” Cooper laughs. “There was a hole in the roof, the floor was all rotted, and it had faded to a dingy brown.” After 17 years, endless coats of red paint, new electrical and plumbing, and load after load of reclaimed materials, the structure went from a disaster to the perfect party place, bar(n) none.

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Host Your Own Barn Party Located in Shohola, Pennsylvania, this festive space is available to rent for weddings and special events (coopersfarm house.com). You can even rent the adjacent farmhouse and make a weekend of it.

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ILLUSTRATIONS BY JOE MCKENDRY.

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Cooper (right) and partner Mark Veeder

SET THE

Cooper divided the wide-open, 1,100-square-foot barn into “rooms” for functions like cooking, dining, and gathering. The goal: to create a comfortable, inviting party setting layered with vintage charm. “I’m a big believer that a space should allow people to let their hair down and be themselves,” says Cooper. “I like to have areas for people to gather as a group but also to sneak away for quieter conversation.”

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The “more-the-merrier” philosophy of the barn is reinforced by built-in benches designed to seat a crowd. As a rule, Cooper is drawn to things that are both beautiful and functional, like the blue pie safe he found dumped at the curb. “I literally draped my body over it while Mark got the truck!” he says. An eclectic mix of vintage finds— from county fair ribbons to bowling pins—come together for a fun vignette.

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Overhead, in the hay loft, an intimate seating arrangement provides a cozy spot for conversation. The vintage rattan settee boasts old military blankets-turnedcushions, while a “wall” of vintage factory racks provides a lot of display space for an ever-evolving mix of Craigslist and cleaned-up junking finds.

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KITCHEN

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Along the barn’s kitchen wall, Cooper repurposed 1-foot-wide boards looped with jute rope into a rustic shelving unit. His collection of yellowware bowls, interspersed with quirky “bits and bobs” (including a sign that gives a nod to his latest album), adds a pop of color. “A grouping offers much more visual impact,” advises Cooper.

MOO-VABLE ART Corrugated metal gets an artistic upgrade with a giant hand-painted butcher chart. The wall retracts and provides access to the back patio.

UPCYCLED FURNITURE Cooper found an old factory gear at Brimfield (brimfield antiquemarket.com), turned it on its side, and topped it with sheep fencing for a cool cocktail table.

SET THE

“The barn is all about friends gathering and enjoying delicious food together, and the table is the center of it all,” says Cooper. In order to accommodate a large dinner party, he pushes two 10-foot tables together. There’s room for plenty of guests, but the narrow width keeps the conversation flowing. From there, he employs his top eight no-fail tabletop tricks that work for every occasion.

Menu Chalkboard “It’s a cheap way to showcase a menu.” Chalkboard Easel, $45; luckyclover trading.com

< Grouped Arrangements “Keep your flowers on the down low [12 inches or lower] so you don’t block conversation.” Amber Apothecary Bottle, $42; birchlane.com

Upholstery Webbing Runner “It adds a touch of color but doesn’t distract from the table.” Burlap Webbing, $16 for 10 yards; touchofeurope.net Cafeteriaware “I use these for all of our parties. It’s nostalgic, beautiful, and hardy!” Green Band Dinner Plate, $19; fisheseddy.com

Gingham Napkins > “Red gingham is iconic, but use it sparingly so it doesn’t get too kitschy.” Napkins, $20 for four; pier1.com

Tag Placecards “A thought-through seated table is important. The tags give an old general-store feel.” Pool Hang Tags, $10 for 20; papersource.com

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Casual-MeetsFormal Glassware “It’s not a barn party without mason jars, but elegant glassware makes it more festive.” Annecy DOF Glass, $12; anthropologie.com

NO-SCRATCH SEATING Burlap cloth tied with rope (and adorned with vintage kitchen utensils) keeps hay bales comfy for guests. “It’s the little extras that make people smile,” Cooper says.

Hay Bale Benches “There’s always room to squeeze in one more!” Faux Hay Bale, from $79; grandin road.com

THE ULTIMATE NIGHT-LIGHT The industrial light fixture was a baby crib in a former life. Cooper flipped it and had it reconfigured and strung with individual bulbs to create his own personal twist on barn lighting.

PARTY FOWL!

CUSTOMIZABLE TABLES Order one (or two!) of Cooper’s Truman tables (from $900; f42home.com).

String Lights, $25; worldmarket.com

SET THE

Pre-party, Cooper leaves very little to chance. “I assign specific food dishes to people and will even give out recipe ideas. I also ask everyone to bring their dish in something white to keep it cohesive,” he says. He sets up a serve-yourself bar, mood lighting, and crowd-pleasing tunes, so that when guests arrive, he can devote the rest of the night to having fun.

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The kitchen island doubles as an ideal food station and gathering place for a guest list that includes friends both old and new. “I’ll even ask people to bring along a friend I’ve never met before,” he says.

The Johnny Guitar

The Music... Good tunes make a party great, so what could be finer than having a host who moonlights as a country artist? After dessert, the back galvanized wall slides open and Cooper and bandmates Kevin McComb and Kristin Hackett take to the patio-turned-stage and get guests on their feet with a few songs from their latest album, Sideshow. Hear it at cooperboone.com.

The Lights... No frightening fluorescents here. Cooper advises having all the lights on dimmers so they can be easily adjusted as the night progresses.

THE P L AY L I S T Cooper keeps the party going with toe-tapping tunes that inspire impromptu dance parties.

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“Sweet Southern Comfort” Buddy Jewell

“You Ain’t Down Home” Julie Roberts

“All Summer Long” Kid Rock

“How Do You Like Me Now?!” Toby Keith

“Shake It Off” Taylor Swift “Friends In Low Places” Garth Brooks

“I’ll Fly Away” Alison Krauss

“Hell on Heels” Pistol Annies “You And Me” Leslie Ellis “Dirt Road Dancing” Cooper Boone “Peace in This House” Angela Kaset

Muddle 1 1/2 oz. Most Righteous Bourbon, 1 1/4 oz. Catskill Berry Simple Syrup (recipe below), and 2 fresh blackberries in the bottom of a cocktail shaker. Add 3/4 oz. fresh lemon juice, 1/4 oz. Barrow’s Intense Ginger Liqueur, and ice; shake vigorously. Strain over fresh ice. Garnish with fresh basil. Makes 1 serving

Catskill Berry Simple Syrup Combine 2 cups strawberries (hulled and halved) and 2 cups Catskill Distillery Peace Vodka (or other sweet, buttery vodka) in a pitcher, let sit, at room temperature, for 3 days. Transfer strawberries and vodka, 10 blackberries, 1 cup Demerara sugar, 1 cup light brown sugar, and 1 cup water to a medium pot. Bring to a heavy boil; remove from heat. Cool to room temperature; strain. (Can be made up to 30 days ahead; store in the refrigerator.) Makes 4 cups Recipe created by Ricky Dolinsky & Catskill Distilling Company

DRINK STATION

Nothing says “Welcome to the Party” better than a drink at the ready. A rustic galvanized table-turned-bar (found on the curb in New York City!) provides space for an easy-to-assemble

PILLOW CADDY Handy throw pillows in a galvanized tub mean folks can have a seat anywhere.

signature cocktail (see recipe at left) and a bottomless supply of rosé and seltzer. The ice-filled wine trough, mix of mismatched glass beakers, and barware add pretty sparkle and shine to the table.

Trisha sits for a spell on the steps of her charming Tennessee farmhouse.

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Yearwood First, she was a singer/songwriter best known for hits like “She’s in Love with the Boy” and “How Do I Live.” As her music career sizzled , she authored three best-selling cookbooks highlighting easy-to-make recipes like “Mrs. Carter’s Skillet Apple Pie” (see page 92). The cookbook success led to her very own Food Network program, Trisha’s Southern Kitchen . Next, she set about putting the Trisha Yearwood stamp on furniture , rugs, and home accessories. These days, when she’s not recording , filming , designing , or co-headlining a three-year tour on weekends with her husband, Mr. Garth Brooks , you can find her at home in Nashville, Tennessee. You’re invited to tag along on one of her “off” days. WRITTEN BY LAURA KOSTELNY PORTRAITS BY MELANIE ACEVEDO

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An old window screen makes for an easybreezy way to display vintage botanical prints (art.com), secured in place with magnets.

“I start the morning with coffee in the sunroom. It mentally prepares me for the day.”

Coffee, $32 for two 12-oz. bags; food52.com

9:11 A.M. GrAB A BOOK “I’ll usually read until I get through that first cup of coffee. I just finished All the Light We Cannot See, and I loved it. Now I’m reading The Paris Wife and Billie Holiday: The Musician and the Myth.”

9:00 A.M. WAKE UP, DrINK COFFEE

The Paris Wife, $20; amazon.com

“I’m a chick singer. I used to sleep ’til noon, so 9 is still early to me. Then I drink the first of two cups of coffee. It’s the only vice I have that I’m not giving up.”

9:30 A.M. rEVIEW FUrNITURE DESIGNS, LOOK AT FABrIC SWATCHES “My style is casual, comfortable, and functional, and I like to be involved with everything I put my hands on —‘controlling’ is a not-nice word for it!—including my furniture line with Klaussner Home Furnishings. They’re a family-run business. I love them as people, and it’s a real collaboration. I didn’t just want to attach my name to something.” Elizabeth chair; klaussner.com

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LUNCH WITH GARTH “Today, I made sweet potato burgers [Smashed Sweet Potato Burgers from Trisha’s Table]. Initially, he said, ‘I don’t like sweet potatoes,’ but I told him, ‘You have to try this.’ And I was right.”

“I talk or text with my sister every day and find any excuse to bring her on my cooking show.”

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10:40 A.M. WALK THE DOG “Emmy, our greyhound rescue, needs to run, so I’ll put on some workout gear and take her for a hike. She does 8 miles to my 4. We live on a farm, so I just literally walk out the door and go.” Cloth Bone, $31; mungoandmaud.com

1:35 p.M. rUG DELIVErY “I’m doing a new line of rugs with Natco Home Products. I like to see everything in person, so we just laid them all out on the front lawn.” Check trishayearwood.com for stores.

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2:28 p.M. EXPErIMENT WITH rECIPES FOr TrISHA’S SOUTHErN KITCHEN “I go through a grid of recipes from all three of my cookbooks to see what we’ve used and what we haven’t on my cooking show for Food Network. With the tour going on, it’s a little more challenging to film since we’re on the road [for concerts] Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. But we’ll film 13 episodes this month—and just one episode takes roughly 12 hours.”

3:18 p.M. PINTErEST BrEAK “My daughter is getting married, and she asked me to make her wedding cake, so I look to Pinterest for inspiration. I also spend time on Houzz looking for decorating ideas.”

4:25 p.M.

“I also have a new outdoor furniture line. You gotta have a comfy lounger so you can sit up and read or lie back and get a little sun.” Chase chaise; klaussner.com

6:04 p.M. SET THE TABLE “Even if we’re in the studio, Garth and I will still try to eat by 6 or 7. And if we host company, I don’t go over the top. For example, I don’t do tablecloths—we spent 14 years living in Oklahoma, and the wind was always blowing them. And I’m a big believer that food should be the centerpiece. But I like a real plate—white is always nice—and cloth napkins because they’re sturdier.” (See right for a Trisha-approved table setting.)

7:45 p.M. PLAY POKEr “It’s really just an excuse to invite our buddies over and sit around and laugh. We usually call it a night around midnight. We sing for a living, so we’re late-nighters.” Ridley’s Texas Poker Set, $57; burkedecor.com

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8:23 p.M. DISH OUT DESSErT “ ‘Mrs. Carter’s Skillet Apple Pie’ from my cookbook Trisha’s Table is named for a family friend, Mrs. Helen Carter, who shared her recipe with me.” Preheat oven to 400ºF. Melt 1/2 cup (1 stick) salted butter and 1 cup packed light brown sugar in a 9-inch cast-iron skillet over medium heat; remove from heat. Line the skillet with 1 (from one 14-oz. package) refrigerated rolled pie crust. Top with 1 (21-oz.) can apple pie filling and sprinkle with 1 Tbsp. cinnamon sugar. Top with remaining refrigerated rolled pie crust. Brush with 1 Tbsp. melted salted butter and sprinkle with 1 Tbsp. cinnamon sugar. Cut four vents in crust. Bake until golden brown, about 30 minutes. Serve hot, topped with vanilla ice cream. Makes: 6 servings

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Kacey Musgraves loves a good theme party, so when the singer-songwriter’s friend suggested a “par-tea” to celebrate Kacey’s 27th birthday, she was ready to break out the china. And that she did. The vintage dishware even inspired the party’s prim-but-not-precious palette of soft pinks tempered with edgier metallics. A tea-infused invitation suite (page 99) set a good-times-are-a-brewin’ tone and encouraged guests to “dress to impress” in their Sunday best. (Hats encouraged!) “We were serious about the dress code because it’s much more fun when everyone participates—and there aren’t two people who show up in gym clothes,” says Kacey. Her Nashville backyard was transformed into what Kacey describes as an “Alice in Wonderlandesque garden party” thanks to twinkling lights, festive garlands and balloons, and a dance floor. Guests nibbled on macarons and sipped cherry limeade (provided by Nashville caterer Crumb de la Crumb) when they weren’t hamming it up in a photo booth. “The night had the most fun atmosphere,” Kacey says. “It truly felt magical.” Here’s a look at the midsummer merriment, along with party-ready recipes inspired by the traditional-with-a-twist theme.

3. Divide dough into 4 pieces. Roll 2 pieces, one at a time, on a lightly floured work surface into a roughly 16" by 12" rectangle. Transfer to prepared baking sheets. Lightly brush dough with oil. Season with flaky sea salt, if desired. 4. Bake, rotating sheets from front to back and top to bottom halfway through, until golden and bubbly, 8 to 12 minutes. Cool completely on baking sheets. Repeat with remaining dough. 5. Serve whole or broken into pieces, with Whipped Feta and Tomato-Shallot Spread alongside.

Whipped feta

MAKES 8 servings WORKING TIME 5 minutes TOTAL TIME 5 minutes

1 (8-ounce) container feta, crumbled 2 tablespoons sour cream 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for serving Freshly ground black pepper

1. Process feta, sour cream, and oil in a food processor until smooth and creamy, about 1 minute. Season with pepper. 2. Serve topped with oil and pepper.

Tomato-Shallot Spread

MAKES 8 servings WORKING TIME 20 minutes TOTAL TIME 20 minutes

The New Cheese &Crackers

Sesame-Thyme Crackers with whipped feta MAKES 8 servings WORKING TIME 20 minutes TOTAL TIME 1 hour, 20 minutes 1/4

cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for baking

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled, plus more for work surface

1/2

cup whole wheat flour, spooned and leveled

3 tablespoons sesame seeds 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves 2 teaspoons kosher salt 1 tablespoon honey Flaky sea salt, optional Whipped Feta and Tomato-Shallot Spread

1. Preheat oven to 425°F. Lightly oil two baking sheets.

2. Whisk together flours, sesame seeds, thyme, and kosher salt in a bowl. Make a well in the center and add oil, honey, and 1 cup cold water. Stir, with a wooden spoon, until dough comes together. Turn out onto a lightly floured work surface and knead until dough is soft and supple, 4 to 6 minutes. Cover with plastic wrap and let rest, at room temperature, 30 minutes.

1 pint yellow cherry tomatoes 1 large shallot, thinly sliced 1/4

cup olive oil

1/2

teaspoon crushed red pepper Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

1. Combine tomatoes, shallot, oil, and red pepper in a small saucepan. Season with salt and black pepper. Simmer, stirring often, until tomatoes have burst, 18 to 20 minutes; cool. COUNTRYLIVING.COM JUNE 2016

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“The dress code—‘dress to impress’— really made it feel like a soiree. Hats were an absolute must. The bigger, the better.”

The New Finger Sandwich

Mini Pecan Scones with Country Ham & Pickled Plums MAKES 8 servings WORKING TIME 15 minutes TOTAL TIME 35 minutes

2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled, plus more for work surface 1 cup pecan halves and pieces 1 tablespoon baking powder 2 teaspoons sugar 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt 1/4

teaspoon baking soda

1/2

cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter,

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cut into small pieces 1 cup whole milk, plus more for brushing 6 ounces very thinly sliced country ham or prosciutto Pickled Plums

1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. 2. Pulse flour, pecans, baking powder, sugar, salt, and baking soda in a food processor until combined, 8 to 10 times. Add butter and pulse until mixture is crumbly, with a few pea-size pieces of butter remaining, 10 to 12 times. Transfer mixture to a bowl. Add milk and stir with a fork until a shaggy dough forms.

3. Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface and pat into a 1-inch thick circle. Cut into 16 biscuits, using a 2-inch round cookie cutter and rerolling scraps if necessary; transfer to prepared baking sheet. Brush tops with milk. Bake until golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes. Let cool slightly. 4. Split biscuits and serve topped with ham and pickled plums.

Pickled Plums

MAKES 8 servings WORKING TIME 10 minutes TOTAL TIME 4 hours, 10 minutes 1/2

cup distilled white vinegar

1/3

cup packed dark brown sugar

1 tablespoon yellow mustard seeds 1 dried bay leaf 2 sprigs fresh thyme Kosher salt 4 plums (about 1 pound), pitted and cut into 16 wedges each

1. Combine vinegar, sugar, mustard seeds, bay leaf, thyme, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and 1 cup water in a medium saucepan. Boil, stirring occasionally, until sugar dissolves, 2 to 4 minutes. 2. Place plums in a glass bowl or jar and top with brine; cool completely. Refrigerate at least 4 hours or up to 4 days.

The New “Crudités” Platter

Cucumber, Celery, & Sweet Onion Salad with Sour Cream Dressing MAKES 8 servings WORKING TIME 10 minutes TOTAL TIME 10 minutes

3 tablespoons sour cream 3 tablespoons olive oil 3 tablespoons lemon juice 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill, plus more for serving Pinch sugar Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 English cucumbers, thinly sliced 4 stalks celery, thinly sliced, plus 1/4 cup celery leaves 1 small sweet onion, halved and thinly sliced

1. Whisk together sour cream, oil, lemon juice, dill, and sugar in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Add cucumber, celery and leaves, and onion and toss to combine. 2. Serve topped with dill.

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The New Shrimp Cocktail

Spicy Grilled Shrimp with Garlic & Lemon MAKES 8 servings WORKING TIME 15 minutes TOTAL TIME 1 hour, 15 minutes 1/4

cup olive oil

6 garlic cloves, thinly sliced 1 teaspoon celery seed 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper 2 tablespoons whole-grain mustard 2 pounds large easy-peel shrimp 2 lemons, 1 thinly sliced and 1 halved Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper Chopped fresh chives, for serving

1. Combine oil, garlic, celery seed, and red pepper in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until garlic is golden, sizzling, and fragrant, 2 to 4 minutes. Whisk in mustard and transfer to a bowl; cool completely. 2. Add shrimp and sliced lemon to oil mixture. Season with salt and black pepper; toss to coat. Refrigerate at least 15 minutes or up to 1 hour. 3. Heat grill to medium-high. Grill shrimp and lemon slices until lemons and shrimp are lightly charred and shrimp are just cooked through, 1 to 3 minutes per side. 4. To serve, transfer to a platter, sprinkle with chives, and squeeze lemon halves over top.

minutes. Remove from heat, cover, and let stand until crispy bits easily release from the bottom of the skillet, 4 to 6 minutes. 3. Whisk together vinegar, shallot, honey, mustard, and remaining 3 tablespoons oil in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Add beans, quinoa, avocado, parsley, and mint and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper.

The New Potato Salad

Crispy TwiceCooked Potatoes with Paprika Mayo MAKES 8 servings WORKING TIME 10 minutes TOTAL TIME 1 hour, 20 minutes

2 1/2 pounds small Yukon gold potatoes (not babies) Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1/4

cup olive oil

1/4

cup vegetable oil

3/4

cup mayonnaise

1 large garlic clove, finely chopped 3/4

teaspoon sweet paprika

1. Place potatoes in a large pot; cover with cold salted water. Simmer until potatoes are tender when pierced with a sharp knife, 18 to 22 minutes. Drain and cool until able to handle.

The New Side Salad

Roasted Wax Bean, Avocado & Crispy Quinoa Salad 8 servings 20 minutes TOTAL TIME 50 minutes MAKES

WORKING TIME

1 pound wax beans, trimmed 6 tablespoons olive oil, divided Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 cup quinoa, rinsed

2 tablespoons red wine vinegar 1 shallot, finely chopped 2 teaspoons honey 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard 2 avocados, halved, pitted, and cut into wedges 1 cup loosely packed flat leaf parsley 1 cup loosely packed mint

1. Preheat oven to 450°F. Toss together beans and 1 tablespoon oil on a rimmed baking sheet. Season with salt and pepper. Roast,

tossing once, until beans are golden brown and tender, 12 to 15 minutes. 2. Meanwhile, combine quinoa, 2 tablespoons oil, and 1 cup water in a large skillet. Bring to a boil, cover with a tight-fitting lid or a large piece of aluminum foil, and reduce heat to low. Cook until liquid is absorbed and quinoa is tender, 14 to 16 minutes. Uncover, increase heat to medium-high, and cook, without stirring, until bottom is crisp, 4 to 6

2. Preheat oven to 450°F. Combine oils in a 9-by13-inch or other shallow 3-quart baking dish. Use your hands to break potatoes into roughly 2-inch pieces; add to baking dish and gently toss to coat. Season with salt. Roast, turning halfway through, until deeply golden brown and crispy, 30 to 35 minutes. Season with salt. 3. Meanwhile, whisk together mayonnaise, garlic, and paprika in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper. 4. Serve potatoes warm with paprika mayonnaise alongside. COUNTRYLIVING.COM JUNE 2016

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The New Punch with aPunch

Gingery cherry Lemon-Limeade MAKES 8 servings WORKING TIME 5 minutes TOTAL TIME 45 minutes

1 1/2 cups granulated sugar 1 (4-inch) piece fresh ginger, thinly sliced 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (from about 6 lemons) 1 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (from about 7 limes) 1 cup black cherry vodka 1 liter cold club soda or seltzer Lemon wedges and fresh mint sprigs, for serving

1. Combine sugar, ginger, and 1 cup water in a small saucepan. Boil over mediumhigh heat, stirring occasionally, until sugar dissolves, 2 to 4 minutes. Cool completely; strain. 2. Stir together ginger syrup, lemon juice, lime juice, and vodka in a large pitcher. Stir in soda just before serving. 3. Serve over ice, garnished with lemon wedges and mint sprigs.

...and for dessert! These mail-order confections reinforce the fun (not fussy) spirit of Kacey's par-tea.

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Assorted Macarons, $30 for 12; danasbakery.com

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Kacey’s cherry limeade features the new Black Cherry flavor from Zodiac Vodka. She’s a spokesperson for the Idaho-based company.

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