Archive for 'Home Decor'

Raw products show their inner beauty

I’m always on the lookout for sustainable products that are visually appealing so I decided to share just a few of my favorites.  When you are considering a remodel or building a new home, consider some of the products below to make your house materials more durable and beautiful. Slate A natural stone with a [...]

10 iPhone apps for growing a garden

I came across this article from Mashable.com and thought it was very fitting for this time of year in Wilmington NC. The weather is great, and it’s almost time to start planning the fall garden! I have a small summer container garden full of herbs and peppers, but these apps make me want to expand [...]

Home Decor Ideas We Love: iPad kitchen cabinet mount

We’ve even seen a few innovative uses for the iPad, but this one is a favorite. Mounted inside a kitchen cabinet, this iPad makes finding favorite recipes, watching the news, or listening to your music a cinch in the kitchen. Plus, you can use that great Epicurious app with ease! Here’s a shot of the [...]

Local handcrafted holiday gifts for the home from Wilmington NC

Chances are, you’re still shopping for the perfect holiday gift for your special loved ones. Beat the box store rushes and buy handmade this holiday! Here are some of our local handcrafted favorites for the home: Hand Blown Bowl by RDG Designs Celebrate Wall Decal from Leen the Graphics Queen Red Lowtops by John W [...]

Start a Community Garden: Find and Design a Site

A well-designed and located community garden can make any neighborhood more attractive and even boost property values. A 2008 article in Real Estate Economics found that in New York City, a 6,000-square-foot community garden added 3.4% in value to a property located next to the garden. After five years, the same garden added 7.4% to [...]