Home and Garden Tips
Spruce Up A Room!
Sunday, April 18th, 2010Spruce Up A Room! Check out the new home accessory stores opening up nearby - in the Shoppes at Blakeney you will find two new stores - Casual Elegance and Creative by Nature, and the Parawoods Furniture store is opening up this month in the Shoppe’s at 521 Shopping Center.
Spring Is In The Air!
Saturday, March 13th, 2010Spring Is In The Air! Enjoy Carolina’s largest Southern Spring Home & Garden Show from March 3-7 at The Park Expo. Meet home improvement experts, see the newest ideas for indoor & outdoor living, shop the interiors marketplace, and experience 26 magnificent showcase gardens. Before going, check out the coupons and special offers for the [...]
Prepare To Be Dazzled!
Sunday, May 17th, 2009Prepare To Be Dazzled! From aromatic herbal gardens to exotic oases to lovely arboretums, something’s always blooming in our area. Celebrate our Spring colors and visit the Hezekiah Alexander Homesite, Wing Haven Garden & Bird Sanctuary, Daniel Stowe and UNC-Charlotte Botanical Gardens.
Spring Is In The Air!
Monday, April 13th, 2009Spring Is In The Air! Enjoy Carolina’s largest Southern Spring Home & Garden Show from March 4-8 at The Park. Meet home improvement experts, see the newest ideas for indoor & outdoor living, shop the interiors marketplace, and experience 26 magnificent showcase gardens. Before going, check out the coupons and special offers for the show. [...]
Do your Fall Mums Hold Up?
Sunday, October 5th, 2008Mums can be tricky depending on when you plant them. They are a beautiful addition to any landscape and come in a variety of colors. Most of us plant them in the fall to add a splash of color. In order to root them to return stronger and more vibrant each year, experts say plant them in [...]
Warm Up this Winter!
Friday, October 3rd, 2008There are a few ways to convert your fireplace to emit more heat. Click on this link for a little more detail: Convert Fireplace . And remember, always research your contractors and options. Referrals are always best and TALK to references!
Gas Fireplace
Saturday, September 27th, 2008
The gas fireplace in our home is basically decorative. It has a glass screen and emits very little heat.
Does anyone have information (tips, contractors, etc.) on converting the fireplace so that the gas logs emit more heat?
Tennisguy
Decorate your laundry room
Saturday, September 6th, 2008A new trend: Decorate your laundry room! Considering that the average family does over 400 loads of laundry a year - it may not be such a bad idea - we do spend quite some time in our laundry rooms. Some laundry rooms are dark and spooky and out of the way.. Or even a catch all space [...]
Make a Big Impact with a Small Yard!
Tuesday, August 12th, 2008The most important tip is to make every inch count! If you have limited space in your backyard, there are a few ways to maximize the area. Create outdoor rooms or sections, an eating area, an intimate garden.. Design tiers of plants and flowers. Establish an ornamental border. And remember customize the details!
The drought of 2007
Tuesday, July 29th, 2008The annual drinking water report published by LCWSD says that conservation is key. It is extremely important for everyone to cooperate with conservation tips and measures. High temperatures and record low rainfall is the main reasons for the drought.
Fact: The most water and money wasted by homeowners is through inefficient lawn-watering habits.