A Little Character Building:
By Karon    July 2012

I am writing this next story with tons of excitement and anticipation, because our ordinary house is finally getting some much needed character building! It all started about ten years ago when my husband and I built our house; six months after moving in I knew I was in trouble, we had sold our 80 [...]


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The Front Porch:
By Karon    June 2012

As the owners of a garden center, spring is definitely go time, so when my husband and I are not putting in a gazillion hours a week at the store, you’ll find us right here relaxing on our front porch. This is where we practically live in the summertime; we don’t like being cooped up [...]


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Creating A Wallscape:
By Karon    May 2012

Do you have one of those odd walls in your home – a sizeable space that you’re not sure what to do with? Most people think of hanging just one large picture or mirror, but a larger wall space demands a larger wallscape. With the large wall space in this sunroom we decided to start [...]


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Top Ten Gift List For Mother’s Day:
By Karon    April 2012

Let Boxwoods help you pick out that special little present for Mother’s Day. We’ve put together a collection of gifts we think Mom will love. This adorable enamel picture frame with colorful little birds perched on top makes a great gift and it comes in two styles. Is Mom’s desk cluttered with paperwork? Help her [...]


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The Indispensable Book:
By Karon    April 2012

Books are essential when decorating your home. No longer confined to just bookshelves or libraries, books have become a decorator’s vital tool as props, pedestals, pops of color, texture, and even main focal points in many rooms. Books displayed on a table in a foyer let your guests know that this homeowner is a lover [...]


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Easter In The South:
By Karon    March 2012

Easter time was always so exciting as a child growing up in the south. The warm air and sunshine promised to bring a full day outside hunting for Easter eggs.  My mother made sure my sisters and I were dressed in our Sunday best for church. Matching blue dresses, white patent leather shoes, Easter bonnets [...]


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Beating The Winter Blues:
By Karon    February 2012

Feel like you’re living in a cave this winter? Well it might be cold and grey outside, but that doesn’t mean the inside of your home has to be cold and grey too! February is the perfect time to make a change, so take this opportunity to add some new life to your rooms with [...]


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Valentine’s Day Is Coming!:
By Karon    January 2012

This Valentine’s Day, don’t miss a chance to show that special someone just how much you care. Whether you dine out at your favorite restaurant or just stay home for a cozy dinner for two, it’s the perfect time to let that special person in your life know how much they mean to you. If [...]


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Party Time!:
By Karon    January 2012

Ladies, it’s finally January, and if you thought all of your entertaining days were behind you, and you could sit on the sidelines for awhile, think again – there is one more day of celebrating and this time it’s the easiest party you’ll ever throw. Yes, I’m talking about the Super Bowl party, the one [...]


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Extra Touches For The Holidays:
By Karon    December 2011

As you prepare for the holidays, here are a few extra touches that should not be overlooked: 1. Install a dimmer switch in your dining room; this is a simple, inexpensive way to achieve ambiance while entertaining. 2. Polish all of your silver, even if you don’t use it; it makes a beautiful statement in [...]


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