November/December 2006

Ship Shape

By John Bentley Mays

A Nova Scotia cottage takes its inspiration from life on the ocean and the maritime buildings on shore.

The Great Gift Guide

By Liann Bobechko

Designer fly swatters, mitts for lovers, and 40 other presents perfect for cottagers. (Click here for the list of cottage-related charities mentioned in this article.)

17^th Annual Photo Contest: The Big Picture Show

Out of 2,552 entries, these winning photographs get top billing.

Plus Good for a Laugh: Any pics that make us giggle are winners in our eyes.

The Daredevil and the Deep-Fried Turkey

By Mark Schatzker

There are risks and rewards to celebrating New Year’s Eve with Dave.

Fowler Fare

Recipes by Ruth Gangbar

The recipes are easy and the atmosphere is fun when this cottager cooks for a holiday feast.

Puttering

Task Master: Get over the fear of safety gear

Real Tools: A dust respirator for facial hair
Job Jar: Levelling your levels
Cottage Plans: A well-crafted design
Hit List: Watch for these 10 electrical hazards
Bright Idea: Snow rake for roofs
Great Inventions: Skiboggan; suet holder

Also in this Issue

On the Waterfront
Cottage Q&A
Nature Scrapbook
Cottage Classic