This year, even after the show had opened, rustic painters from the backwoods continued to arrive, toting rolls of canvas and bits of wood. One of them, Walter Thorpe of Baraboo, Wis., shyly ...

Even small accents, such as this hanger and woven basket, contribute to a farmhouse feel. If you're using small elements to achieve a rustic feel, keep the background simple so that your pieces can ...