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Artist Spotlight: Painter David French

"Hi, come on in," artist David French greeted me warmly his gate, "have you seen a chicken pass this way?" No, I had not seen it. "You can go on up to the studio, I'll be right there," David went...

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Light, Bright & Colorful: Spring Refresh

The GORGeous weather we've had this week has me itching to throw off the accoutrements of winter. (Sad excuse for a winter though it was.) With the windows flung open and birdsong filtering through...

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FABO Cafe: Art+Coffee+Wine in Charlotte

FABO Cafe in the Myers Park neighborhood of Charlotte is not your typical coffee shop. With its quirky, comfy patchwork chairs and laid back atmosphere, it's kind of like Friends "Central Perk"...

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Setting a Romantic Table

Last fall I created an autumnal-themed tablescape using the layered approach I learned about in a Pottery Barn decorating class. With Valentine's Day on a Tuesday this year, we'll be surely dining...

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Update: Frock Shop Opens at MoNA Gallery

Last Saturday I had the chance to pop into MoNA Gallery for the grand opening of Frock Shop. This formerly traveling trunk show has found a place to roost in a sweet little nook within the...

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DIY: A No-Sew Upholstered Headboard

Last fall I published a post detailing my approach to a DIY upholstered footstool. Giddy with self-empowerment and still wielding a staple gun, I decided to try my hand at a slightly bigger project:...

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