What's the best way to banish the winter doldrums? Forcing hyacinth bulbs of course! But you have to take action now or you won't be reaping sweetly scented rewards come February. "Forcing" is a planting technique that allows you to bring plants into bloom months before they would flower out in your garden. No doubt, Dutch hyacinths are some of the word's most fragrant flowers. But did you know? They are also one of the best bulbs for ... Read More »
Plant bulbs with DutchGrown & extraordinary 3 winner bulb giveaway!
Just when you can't take those frigid temperatures one more day you'll spot it. A diminutive purple crocus in full bloom. How your heart soars with joy! Winter will end after all. Spring hasn't been forgotten. That's the power of planting bulbs in fall. A small investment now in time and money equates to a big payoff come spring. And nothing could be easier than planting flower bulbs. That's why I'm so happy for the 3 winners who will ... Read More »
Thrills & Chills with Nags Head Hammocks Contemporary Adirondack Chair set giveaway! ARV $780!
Remember the first time you had an Arnold Palmer? Half iced tea. Half lemonade. Pure bliss. Those same swirling emotions resurfaced at the first glance of the Nags Head Hammocks contemporary Adirondack chair set. Half rugged. Half modern. Splendid design to satisfy your creative instincts and individual flare. Relish the thought of sipping Arnold Palmer's in your new set of Contemporary Adirondack chairs! So I am ecstatic for you ... Read More »
Adding or replacing knobs on cabinets & dressers
At times, I find it's the simple things in life that satisfy me most. Adding or replacing knobs on cabinets and dressers. Bingo! Sure, it's amazing to tackle humongous projects. But small changes make a big impact, too. Knobs for instance. Knobs are wonderful inventions. Not only are they practical, but they can be equally pretty. And the selection these days! The sky is the limit. I found myself agonizing at Hobby Lobby the other day ... Read More »
