Friday, September 3, 2010

Every One of Us Has a Story

Football Inspired Decor???

September 3, 2010 by Kenya Brantley  
Filed under At Home, Decor, Everyday Living

Ah, yes…Fall is just around the corner, and college football is here!!!  Believe me, if you didn’t know, you will realize it when you somehow “lose” your husband every Saturday!   However, like many women, I really do like football.  I also like interior design.  Which got me to thinking…Could I possibly combine two completely [...]

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Red Pajamas, Ladybug Girls and the Decatur Book Festival Parade

August 31, 2010 by Sherri Smith Brown  
Filed under Sherri Smith Brown, Travel

Two years ago, Brianna dressed up like Madeline for the Decatur Book Festival’s children’s parade. This year its Ladybug Girl or Llama, Llama Red Pajamas!

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What’s Behind the Front Door?

August 30, 2010 by Kenya Brantley  
Filed under At Home, Everyday Living

Your front door is the first thing that most people see when they walk up to your home!  It can be intriguing and colorful.  Glass, wood, or metal.  Your front door is like a preview for what’s to come after entering the home!  Why not make it incredible and grand?  Inspiration, anyone?

What’s your favorite look?

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See Amazing New Plants at UGA Trial Gardens Open House

August 30, 2010 by Bonnie Helander  
Filed under Garden Views

Whenever I am in Athens, I always look forward to checking out what’s “hot” at the UGA Trial Gardens where new
annuals, vines, tropicals and perennials are introduced and tested to see how well they will thrive in our southern climate. The plants are graded on a scale of one to five based on tolerance to [...]

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Louisiana Idea House

August 27, 2010 by Kenya Brantley  
Filed under At Home, Decor, Everyday Living, Travel

If you’re like me, you probably won’t be traveling to Covington, Louisana anytime soon to see the newly done Southern Living Idea House…But thank God for pics!!!  Every image shows a design that is so charming and so beautiful…
Welcome to Bayou Bend!!!
Exterior

Dining room
Galley Kitchen

Breakfast Nook

Living Room
Graphic Wall Art
Study
Master Bedroom

Balcony

Spa Bath

Sitting room
Office

Garage Apartment

Mudroom

Garage Apartment Dining Area
Back Porch

Outdoor Living Room

Magnificent…

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Thursday Treat…

August 26, 2010 by Kenya Brantley  
Filed under At Home, Decor, Everyday Living

Deliciousness…

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Let’s Go Glamping!!!

August 25, 2010 by Kenya Brantley  
Filed under Everyday Living, Travel

If you haven’t heard, there’s a new trend  that takes camping to a whole new level.  Forget those lumpy sleeping bags and pre-made dinner packages…Welcome to glamping!
Glamping brings the two worlds of glamour and camping together to make one hot place to stay.  These places are pretty easy to find by going to sites like [...]

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St. Paul and Garrison Keillor

August 23, 2010 by Sherri Smith Brown  
Filed under Sherri Smith Brown, Travel

An evening with Garrison Keillor at the Fitzgerald Theater and a tour of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s hometown makes a trip to St. Paul a treat anytime of year.

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Blooms Abound at Master Gardener Demonstration Garden

August 23, 2010 by Bonnie Helander  
Filed under Etcetera, Garden Views

Tucked away behind the Administration Complex in Fayetteville near the library is a charming garden spot that is lovingly tended by new master gardeners in training. After completing intensive classes on horticulture, the new master gardeners (called interns) each donate 50 hours of volunteer service to be certified and earn their coveted badges. As part [...]

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Priceless Comfort

August 19, 2010 by Jill Prouty  
Filed under Blogs, Etcetera, Jill Prouty

Many of us desire a connection to our family’s past, especially as we age and say goodbye to another generation.  It brings us comfort and a feeling of belonging.  It gives us clues to our identity.  
For some of us, the draw begins early.  I was always fascinated by my grandmother’s old photos.  I loved snuggling up with her on the [...]

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Nesting Instincts…

August 19, 2010 by Kenya Brantley  
Filed under At Home, Decor, Everyday Living

I think that nesting tables are THE perfect furniture pieces to have in your living room.  Dating back to the 1930’s, nesting tables are perfect for squeezing a lot of storage out of minimum space. Pull out the lower table when you need an extra surface for holding drinks or reading material, then tuck it away when [...]

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Tiny House, Big Style

August 17, 2010 by Kenya Brantley  
Filed under At Home, Everyday Living

When I first heard of Jay Shafer and his “tiny houses” I was so intrigued.  How could anyone possibly live in such a small space?  He currently lives in an 89 sqare foot home in Sebastopol, California.  Jay has been living in tiny homes since 1997 and eventually started his business, Tumbleweed Tiny House Company.   But as I began to [...]

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