DIY Garden Art – Cement Leaf Casting
May 17, 2012 by Bonnie Helander
Filed under Garden Views
If you are looking for an easy and inexpensive way to add some unique art pieces to your inside and outside space, then this project is for you! Local artist and master gardener Jan Fruit took me step-by-step through the process of making cement leaf castings. The finished pieces can be used as wall plaques, [...]
An Unexpected iPad Moment
May 9, 2012 by Kim Julian
Filed under BusyBizGirl
iPad does WHAT?!! As many people do, I frequently bring my iPad along to Starbucks when I stop in for a weekend coffee. Our local Starbucks has nice big tables where, many times, one may end up making new friends. One such morning recently I had a wonderfully unexpected moment with my iPad. The type [...]
Fayette Master Gardeners Host Annual Plant Sale and Garden Tour
April 15, 2012 by Bonnie Helander
Filed under Garden Views
Local master gardeners always appreciate a good rain but are really hoping that on Saturday, May 5th, there will be blue skies and sunny weather for their annual plant sale and garden tour. The plant sale begins at 8:00 a.m. and runs until 2:00 p.m. or until the plants are all sold! This much-anticipated event [...]
3 reasons to Business Blog
March 28, 2012 by Kim Julian
Filed under BusyBizGirl
3 Reasons to Business Blog This is part four and the final part of my series on Social media for business. In the first three parts of this series, I outlined how to set up your Facebook business page, as well as your LinkedIn Profile, and your Twitter account. Hopefully you are now posting in [...]
Tips to Make Your Own Custom Floral Arrangements
March 6, 2012 by Bonnie Helander
Filed under Garden Views
Spring in just around the corner and blooms will soon be busting out all over! By learning a few simple design tips, you can use the greenery and flowers in your own garden to create custom displays that will look amazing and cost next to nothing! In March, members of the Peachtree City Garden Club [...]
Tips to make a toddler’s room sustainable
February 23, 2012 by Fayette Woman
Filed under Aging with Attitude, At Home
Whether you’ve been taking steps toward green living or you’re a newbie and want to jump start your efforts and reduce your carbon footprint on earth, one area of opportunity is your toddler’s room. Two interior design instructors from The Art Institutes share how to make your toddler’s room sustainable. “Sustainability is a popular subject, [...]
Social Media for your Business- Part III: Twitter!
January 16, 2012 by Kim Julian
Filed under BusyBizGirl
Social Media for your Business- Part 3: Twitter Greetings! In the first two parts of this series, I outlined how to set up your Facebook business page, as well as your LinkedIn Profile. Hopefully you have been posting to your Facebook page and adding a few pictures! (Don’t forget to adjust your privacy settings if [...]
Smart and Green Gardening Resolutions for 2012
January 12, 2012 by Bonnie Helander
Filed under Garden Views, Home Improvement
Even if you don’t make (or keep) New Year’s Resolutions, I know you are interested in living smarter and saving money. As you consider ways to make small changes in your life, don’t forget to review your gardening practices. “Greener” gardening can save time and money and lets you enjoy your landscape while doing your [...]
PTC Garden Club Shows Off Holiday Centerpieces from the Garden
December 16, 2011 by Bonnie Helander
Filed under Etcetera, Garden Views
The Peachtree City Garden Club held its annual Christmas Brunch on December 15 and club members decorated the tables with eye-popping centerpieces created from natural elements in their gardens. Take a look at these festive and fun centerpieces and get inspired to design your own holiday focal points with greenery from your outside space. It’s [...]
Social Media for your Business-Part 2
December 9, 2011 by Kim Julian
Filed under BusyBizGirl
Social Media for Your Business- Part 2 Facebook and LinkedIn- Purpose, how to add Welcome! This is Part 2 of my 4 part series about how to use Social Media for your business. This series focuses on these areas: One: Make a List, Set Goals, website-preparation Two: FaceBook, LinkedIn-purpose, how to add Three: Twitter – [...]
Create a Holiday Mailbox Display with Garden Greenery
December 9, 2011 by Bonnie Helander
Filed under Etcetera, Garden Views
The holidays are upon us! I am sure, like me, you are looking for creative ways to celebrate the season while saving money. Kay Gorman, the vivacious owner of Le Fleur Florist and Design in Senoia, showed me how to put together a stunning mailbox decoration using plants from the garden and a few Christmas [...]
Social Media for your Business-Part 1
December 2, 2011 by Kim Julian
Filed under BusyBizGirl
Social Media For Your Business- Part 1: Make a List, Set Goals, Visit Pages “WHY”, you ask? Because… it is FREE! and… your customers are probably already on there. As they are out and about with their smart phones and tablets, you can connect with them!! All this is with MEASURABLE results that you [...]