Introduction; the rebirth of rustic; a modern interpretation; style and context; rustic elements - colour, texture and surfaces, furnishings and fabrics, light and shadow, heat, scent, detail; lifestyle - bathing, cooking, living; putting the look together; projects - mottled paint effect, wirework basket, rugged stool, storm lantern, customizing a radiator, handmade soap, picture frame, tile backsplash, wine rack, quilt.