Category Archives: Garden etc

This category will cover gardening ideas, planting tips, indoor plant advice, porch and deck decorating – and general curb appeal.

Decorating the Porch for Fall with an Outdoor Rustic Sign

happy autum sign on front porch

So, I came across a wonderful, rustic Welcome sign made by Shayna of The Woodgrain Cottage – such a nice touch to her absolutely beautiful fall porch. I am in the midst of decorating my front porch and felt that something like that … Continue reading

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Chinese Lantern Pods: An Old Favorite Re-Discovered

blue teapot and orange Chinese lantern pods

I love Chinese lanterns! These colorful beauties are a natural for fall décor. They can be dried and used in wreaths and floral arrangements around the home. One of my clients, Dottie, gave me a beautiful bunch of these plants … Continue reading

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Fall Colors and Memories Tablescape

fall tablescape on server in dining room

Bringing in Fall Color and Memories into Your Home So today I thought I’d show you a tablescape I did that brings in the last bits of fall foliage from my garden and a few mementos.  I love to bring in … Continue reading

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A New Magazine to Inspire You

flea market magazine

A new magazine celebrates green living, revamping old to new…in a beautiful way! 2009 saw many design magazines come and go – Domino, O at Home, Cottage Living, Southern Accents and many others bit the dust this past year. But … Continue reading

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