Front Step Curb Appeal! Writing about this topic is about as big as the great outdoors itself, and can be a little intimidating.  Taking one spot at a time, here are some thoughts for sprucing up your front steps! A Bright Front Door! Years ago I was watching a HGTV show and the decorator remarked... Read more »

Here are some online sources for nice doormats! improvementscatalog.com – this site offers rectangular half-moon shapes and one version that can be personalized williams-sonoma.com – also carries great doormats nextag.com – lists several nice options for doormats Do you have a favorite doormat?  We’d love to hear!

Here are some sources for nice urns! target.com – big name designers offer lovely choices on this site.  Sean Conway for target has designed a square, slatted wooden planter that is very attractive and currently on sale for $59.99. Smithandhawken.com – consider the “Libitina Urn” for $49.99 or a large planter with a copper liner... Read more »

Here are some ideas for filling your urns with the nicest flowers of the season! Spring – Pansies with stems of pussy willows “planted” toward the back of the planter for height Summer – Try for color that compliments the color of your home or your tricky front door! If your front door is pink,... Read more »

Here are some online resources for nice door knockers.  All three sites also sell kick plates. yourdoorknocker.com – This site offers very traditional choices in eight different finishes and many different sizes.  Engraving is also available. door-knocker.com – This site carries some very unique designs including a crab, palm tree, pineaple, turtle and light house. ... Read more »