

Let’s cook Italian tonight with “The Tuscan Sun Cookbook”
“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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here was no Faux Boise here, honey–just fake wood on the ceilings–all of them! I am proud to post this update announcing that all of the ‘fake’ ceilings are gone! A big hug and thank you to my college son … Continue reading
Posted in Entries, Kitchens, Mountain houses, Summer houses
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Bring Every Creative Bone in your Body!
e just found our next Mountain renovation and will be starting as soon as one million decisions are made. The home has great space and potential but, extreme creativity is needed for this future lovely. I am posting a few … Continue reading
Posted in Mountain houses, Summer houses
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Fall Weekend
he best place to enjoy this wonderful crisp Fall weather is on a beautiful outdoor Porch or Patio. Here is one of my Favorites! More on this wonderful patio later. Have a Great weekend!
Posted in Entertaining, Gardens, Mountain houses, Porches, Summer houses
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By Invitation only…
just love a welcoming guest room. This one is decorated in soft creams with a touch of red—so warm and cozy in the mountains. The Hickory bed was recessed into the wall and two closets were added for extra storage. … Continue reading
Posted in Mountain houses, Summer houses
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Boathouse Envy
sn’t this just the perfect Boathouse! I pass this boathouse every time I go to the Mountains on Vacation. The setting is just to die for. The lake—the Boathouse—the lawn—the chairs—just perfection. How wonderful would it be to come home … Continue reading
Posted in Gardens, Mountain houses, Summer houses
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Sneak Peek—Living Room
his is the Mountain house living room on the other side of two sided fireplace. It was opened up to the kitchen and dining areas by removing walls and cabinets. All of the windows and doors are new and hurricane … Continue reading
Posted in Antiques, Mountain houses, Summer houses
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Big Bay Lake—Beat the Heat
ot, hot, hot—welcome to south Mississippi in August. The only relief from the heat is water or never leaving the house! We chose to visit Big Bay Lake near Hattiesburg, MS. This simple Barn structure welcomes you to the lake. … Continue reading
Posted in Flowers, Summer houses
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