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World of Wonders

From the organized chaos in John Whalley’s studio emerge stunningly realistic still lives — here’s a peek at his process.
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Writer’s Retreat

Is this the real Sunnybrook Farm?
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A Foodie’s Fantasy

This former chef’s kitchen used to be dark and dysfunctional; now he’s cooking in an open, family-friendly workspace
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A-Tisket, A-Tasket

A green-and-yellow basket or a beribboned design — these are among myriad styles you can find by local Native American tribes, says appraiser John Bottero
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The People on the Bus

Meet Ben and Meag Poirier, free spirits who are taking time off to find themselves — in a renovated prison bus
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Get to Know Emily Mattei

Designer Emily Mattei on pulling off nautical style
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Free-For-All

In her quest to furnish her new house, a writer discovers that Mainers’ trash is full of treasures.
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West Side Story

Portland transplants add a thrilling new chapter to their historic home.
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Movie Moment

Our current camp crush was once a prop in a Stephen King miniseries.
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A-Tisket, A-Tasket

A green-and-yellow basket or a beribboned design — these are among myriad styles you can find by local Native American tribes, says appraiser John Bottero
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The Lake Effect

A whimsical shorefront cottage recalls childhood summers

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