Over the summer, cooking dinner shouldn’t be a long, complicated affair. There’s something to be said about cool dishes that don’t require a lot of fire power from your kitchen. The trick to delicious summer dishes is fresh herbs. You can’t have enough of them. Grow them in the garden, in containers on the deck, [...]

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I spent a lot of time this week perusing some of the chicest decorating sites on the web. Here are some of the goodies I discovered:

Here’s a post on Habitually Chic that is all about the beauty of one of my favorite flowers the hydrangea.

Murobond Paints in Sydney is what every girl dreams of [...]

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I’ve been shopping for an outdoor rug for my screened porch for what seems like forever. With the wood furniture in the space, I didn’t want to pair it with a sea of sisal-like material. Too much beige! Well, two summers later, I think I’ve found it. These contemporary rugs are just the ticket. The [...]

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There’s nothing like sitting back after a long day at work with a cold beverage in hand, enjoying the view. Do it in style with these hardwood Adirondack chairs–on sale now for just $129! The chairs recline to three positions. Pair it with a stylish chair cushion (some as low as $19) for a plush [...]

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With the temperatures rising, thick blankets on the bed just won’t cut it. There’s nothing less restful than tossing and turning all night while you search for that one cold spot on the pillow. Give your bed a summer vacation with a matelassé cotton coverlet from The Company store. Made from 100% combed cotton, this [...]

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Not all of us can call our home “the range,” but the new Range Kettle grill by Weber will make you feel like you own some land and some cattle.
This super-sized grill is your answer to how to feed all those kids, friends and family members coming over for a summertime barbecue. It is [...]

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We’re seeing a lot of rattan, wicker and cane in home decor this year. When they are well-made, these pieces are effortlessly elegant and help to create a breezy, summertime look. Wicker and rattan mix beautifully with other wood surfaces, and they add a casual feel to otherwise serious rooms. Although rattan and wicker furnishings [...]

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Pass on the tired tie and that subscription to Time magazine. This year, impress Dad with a gift he will actually use. The Vulcan grill and cooler set is the type of gift that satisfies dual purposes: 1) The need for gadgety gifts and 2) Gifts that encourage fun afternoons relaxing.
This portable charcoal BBQ [...]

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