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“The Houses of Veranda”—they promise to be wonderful!
Enjoy “Style” featuring designs from Southern Accents which we all miss!
Set your table with Juliska’s Country Estate—charcoal and ivory
Read James Farmer’s “A Time to Plant”—southern life from farm to table
Another for your collection—a pommegranate plate by Eva Gordon. Call Boxwoods Gardens and Gifts (404) 233-3400

Ease into a Charlotte Wing Chair at Bungalow Classic
Read Charles’ new book full of delightful “Details”
Laguiole Knives from Anthropologie—slice that filet!
Throw down a rug from the “Something’s Gotta Give” beach house—Aspen Carpet Designs
Check it out—Kathryn M. Ireland’s timeless fabric for your favorite chair!
Sip your tea while seated in this authentic French Bistro Chair—the Marly by TK Collections
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Category Archives: Friends
Ready, Set, Scott’s!
was off like the wind to Scott Antique Market this weekend in search of ‘the’ perfect chandelier and small cabinet for my new kitchen. We are working on the finishing touches for the room–more in a later post. Here are … Continue reading
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Banish the Tellie
id you ever wonder what to do with that large, or very large, black box in your room? You will love this decorating idea. Hide the TV behind antique French Doors! These doors are mounted onto a built-in cabinet in … Continue reading
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A Country Estate Life
am so excited about today’s post! The Country Estate that I am featuring is Juliska’s new china pattern “Country Estate.” You have seen it in my Lissy’s Lovelies List to the right. I have followed Deborah Sears of Isis … Continue reading
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Cocktails for Two or Twenty…
magine having four bars ready for service in one home. This was the case at this year’s Cashiers, North Carolina Decorator Show House. It is either a Hostess’s dream come true or her worst nightmare. We will assume the former. … Continue reading
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A Warm Swedish Entry
magine seeing this Swedish stove as you enter the foyer of this lovely home—almost like sunshine in bottle. This stove is only visible after you enter the house—creating a sense of Drama. The rich yellow and white color combination draws … Continue reading
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Faux in the Know—part Deux
ore Eva Gordon as promised. All of these lovelies are not mine—but they might be soon. I thought you might like to see some of her other pieces—especially the Plates. Her use of color is so striking and the vegetable … Continue reading
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I believe in Pink
his is what happens when you combine French Champagne and a computer genius at 2:oo am in the morning. What do you think of my new look? Blogging should be Fun! XOXO Holly for dreaming up this blog!
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