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Tools of the Holiday Trade

Holiday decorating, gifting and wrapping it up with style is easier when you have the right tools at hand. So it’s time to stock up for your decorating and gift…

Industrial Designs

As I begin to redesign my garden studio — for both better function and to maximize the space — I find my eye attracted to the galvanized look and feel…

Pumpkin Carving Alternatives

This week’s smart tip is all about the centerpiece! Now that I have teamed up with 1-800Flowers.com in their movement to bring back the centerpiece, I was motivated and inspired…

Tricks & Treats

Halloween is arguably the most paradoxical of American Holidays despite its ever-increasing popularity. Since the mid-1980s, we have begun to accept that Halloween’s unique place in modern society (especially American…

Naturally, I dry my Hydrangeas

Considering the overwhelming beauty of the Hydrangea plant, it’s no wonder I cherish the pleasure of taking the time to dry them each year so I may have months of delight admiring…

Refresh Your Curb Appeal

They say that one should never judge a book by its cover, yet many of us do just that.  And when it comes to the competitive real estate market one…

Novemburrrr

One of the many things I love about living in Connecticut is the ability to experience all four seasons: winter, spring, fall and of course sumMAR. For many of us, fall…

Falling For Fall Plantings

Fall is finally here! I’m so excited as I always look forward to this time of year when the cool autumn months remind me to get back to work and…