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5th and state: May 2015

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May 31, 2015. How to add IMPACT to your Gardens. Whew, this time of year is sheer madness, garden designs and installs, interior designs and installs, equals one tired gal! Thankfully the shop is in the best of hands with the best of staff. One bit I am focusing on constantly when adding plantings into the designs is my clear focus on foliage shape. The two most important elements to an interesting landscape, with impact. It is how to extend a colorful garden. Butwhat happens when those flowers are gone?

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5th and state: March 2015

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March 30, 2015. ROUND TOP.THE GOODS. Armed with an iPhone, and sense of excitement with the thrill of the hunt is my. Following are a few of the items found. A pair of wooden window awnings, France. Once utilized outdoor, would be charming in. Several of us fell in love with this unusual table c. 1870, approx. 20' long, very narrow, the base would be cool stacked with baskets. A pair of turquoise and white metal tables originally from Chicago.headed home. Reproduction lighting at a great price point.

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5th and state: March 2014

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March 28, 2014. How has your week been? I know some of you are in the throes of Spring,. 160;temperature wise. Next week promises the 50s, virtually balmy! Freedom still eludes me, cast off, boot on, Yes, you will still need the walker, and eight weeks of. Therapy will get you on your feet, oh, and you cannot drive for at least four weeks. 160;B U M M E R! Swedish Antiques and More. My hands down favorite written by Loi, chronicling his and partner Toms homes, . Antique shop, travels. Links to this post.

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5th and state: September 2014

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September 22, 2014. THE REAL REASON TO CELEBRATE FALL. Is this not the best time of year? Encased in stylish warmth. Snuggling indoors, blankets, fire, wine, a good book. In this cozy mindset I find that i need a nook, yes neeeeed. Visions of turtlenecks, wine, plaid blankets, pinterest, wine, my dog at my feet. Some of us are claustrophobic, myself.the smaller the space the more comfortable I am. Yes, weird. A narrow room has a new purpose. The end of a hallway, magical. Links to this post. WHY THIS WOR...

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5th and state: December 2014

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December 28, 2014. Fireplace mantle post Christmas. How does one go from this. Ok, this is an exaggeration, however once the Christmas decor comes down all feels naked. Maybe it is time for a change. Instead of putting everything back, take a fresh look at this important focal point with new eyes. Trolling around my Pinterest boards I found many examples, let's take a look. Personally I favor an asymmetrical style, it looks natural in appearance. Leave the symmetry for a formal room. This is the idea.

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5th and state: April 2014

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April 28, 2014. Gates can lend security, massive charm and personalization to our properties. And when we think of the classic picket fence and gate, it is indeed white. Isn't this setting fabulous? Black is typically tailored taking a formal turn. But what if you added a sense of whimsy with color? This is Reese Witherspoons Ojai, Ca. home. See the cat and the dog? Iron, particularly vintage, does not always have to be in black. Turquoise in the garden is breathtaking. Subtle shades of champaign. No pri...

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5th and state: Life's Passages and Lessons Learned

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May 7, 2015. Life's Passages and Lessons Learned. On May 1st my Mom died. I knew this day would come, if life follows it's prescribed order, but denial is a better friend. That it came following a fall, brain surgery and ultimately hospice, was not in the plan, but what is? We entered a roller coaster world of hope, despair, hope.There was still so much to say, much too late. All emotions are in free fall, heightened, raw. I feel adrift.I started to call her today. Was the frequent refrain. Last years Ke...

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5th and state: May 2014

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May 19, 2014. Peonies in July, or forever. Cannot imagine my garden without Peonies. Here in Illinois we have the perfect climate and soil. Not perfect for much else, weather that is.I was driving in a blizzard last Friday! Anyways, Peonies love hot temps and our heavy clay, alkaline soil. The colors and varieties are staggering. This gardener prefers the "bomb" varieties, big floriferous blossoms. This gardener also loves to cut and preserve. This most feminine of flowers. What if I get ants in my house!

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5th and state: January 2014

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January 27, 2014. Ever hear the term 'Nominative Determinism? Nor had I, but I should have as I am living it. Here are two clues;. William Wordsworth.18th c poet. Usain Bolt.world champion sprinter. In other words; your birth surname determines your career. My birth name? First up, just a few of the antiques found while in the UK last October. The quality of these images should note an apology, professional-like photography obviously. Trunk while traveling . Adore the lines of this 1930's era table, perf...