Hahahaha…. selfie shot… Fred’s birthday – Waterfront Park, for the first time in over 20 years we were able to get a swing. Great day! Weeeeeeee!
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Category: HOME
View from the Lupine Gallery…
The Lupine Gallery (Monhegan) is full of amazing work. The upstairs is wonderful and filled with many wonderful paintings… as well as this window, which to me, is a work of art all by itself! What a view. I would like to live right here :)
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House Plan: Moser Design Group – TNH LC 11A (Coastal Living 2002 Cottage of the Year!)
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TNH LC 11A by Moser Design Group. What a cool plan this is! This is the plan for those of you who need more room to spread out. I love the look of this house. Many times plans can be wonderful on the inside, but lacking on the outside and vice versa – but Moser has a way of harmonizing and making them gorgeous on the outside and well thought out on the inside!
This plan is 2,717 square feet with 4 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms.
The main floor has a master suite/master bathroom and a porch all by itself, linked by a vestibule to the main living quarters. In the main area, you enter from the front porch into a living/dining area that looks into the kitchen. All open and wonderful in every way. Then… (and this is the part I love, love, love), there is a guest cottage! The guest cottage is linked to the main living area via a screened porch. The guest cottage has it’s own bathroom, kitchenette area and living area downstairs….
The main house has two bedrooms, a bathroom and a walk in closet upstairs!
The guest cottage has an open loft upstairs for sleeping, painting, exercising, an office space, etc… the sky is the limit! Check out their plans, you’ll see they are quite wonderful!
All images via MoserDesignGroup.com
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Pompeian Spray Oil – a wicked cool find!
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Have you read the ingredients in spray oil? You know the stuff you spray baking pans with? Yikes! AND if you’re supposed to steer clear of soy, most of it has soy in one form or another, so this was a welcome sight. There are a few brands now available and this is great news! Keep an eye out for them! Also gluten free for those of you who need that!
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Shem Creek Photo as the sun was setting
This photo was taken at the end of one of the workshop days… or getting close anyway. The setting sun was pretty magnificent through the clouds… made for a cool photo!
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Photo… Shem Creek – Mount Pleasant, SC!
I thought this was a cool photo… taken from a building looking out onto the walkway at Shem Creek. I loved the dark overhang – a great view from this spot for sure!
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House Plan: 137-21 – from Houseplans.com
Houseplans.com 137-21. Plan 137-21 has 1,643 square feet with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. I’m still stuck in my smaller house plans which I just adore, but I promise I’ll be posting some larger homes soon!
I always like to play architect… or at least like to figure ways I would change plans to make them work for us best… I really like this plan. I would use bedroom 3 as a study giving space and privacy to a guest in bedroom 2. We don’t need a whirlpool tub in the master bath or two sinks, so I would see if there would be a way to rearrange the master bath to accommodate a washer and dryer, then make the existing space for a washer/dryer a coat closet and shelves for storage of items that you just don’t have somewhere to store. I would then take the closet in the hallway beside the pantry in the kitchen and turn it all into storage from the kitchen side! Whew! Probably not cheap all those changes, but if it makes your house more functional in the long run it will be worth it!
All images via Houseplans.com, used with permission…
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Meet John and Christy from Magwood Seafood – Mount Pleasant!
Shem Creek. One side of the creek has the wonderful park and dock that goes way out over the water and then there is the “other side” of Shem Creek (other side of the water) where it seems to be quaintly tucked away. It is heavenly. Like something from days gone by. Hard working people bringing you the freshest seafood there is. If you’ve ever been to “The Wreck of the Richard & Charlene” (great restaurant), you’re right near Magwood Seafood!
What an amazing place Magwood Seafood is. Talk about hard work, fair prices and an undeniable gorgeous location! They have some of the freshest seafood around!
Meet John – he owns Magwood Seafood, and is quite an interesting guy. He had many wonderful stories, and after talking to him, I’m telling you, seafood is all that really sounds good!
Meet Christy – this girl has the most fabulous attitude in the world. Life is about giving people a chance, working hard and staying strong. That’s Christy. She can pop the head off shrimp faster than I can tap my finger – she explained to us the process (I wish I would have taken a photo of the shrimp!) I guess I had never seen an entire shrimp with the red legs (is that what they’re called?) and the long dark antennae looking “thing” – very cool… they explained that when you see red legs the shrimp are very fresh (just caught an hour or so before we saw them), very interesting!
I’m heading down there this week for my weekly gathering! Hope to see you there! It’s a happening place that’s for sure!
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An important decision… made tomorrow!
An important decision is to be made tomorrow (Election Day) – it’s a cause near and dear to my heart… the Charleston County Public Library. We have a small branch a short walk away. We need our library for so many reasons other than to check out a book (my reason), it offers valuable resources for children, it offers computers to those who don’t have one, it’s a place that provides endless programs, all for free, to better the county.
Now they need your help… after many, many years (our library hasn’t changed a bit since we moved here almost twenty years ago, and I bet it hasn’t changed much since it first opened).
Brian Hicks, a columnist for the Post & Courier wrote a great article: “Library Referendum Shouldn’t Get Lost in Election Year Burnout”.
So. True.
TOMORROW… November 4 (Tuesday), if you live in Charleston County (SC) – the county is asking voters to approve $108 million in spending for the county library. With that money they can rebuild three libraries that sorely need it, add 2 new libraries and update 13 branches, including the one within a short walk from my house.
Voters haven’t been asked for help with our libraries in almost 30 years – despite the huge population growth that we see (27%) – Our library circulation grew by 289% within that same time period. TWO HUNDRED AND EIGHTY NINE PERCENT. They need an update.
The impact on your property taxes won’t be much, for example, the owner of a $100,000 home would only have their property tax bill increase a little LESS THAN $1/month ($11.20 to be exact). It’s hard to say yes to increase taxes for every reason – but this one… important!! Don’t you agree??? This ends my political post for the next year ;)
Our libraries are lacking… they fall far below minimum state standards in many areas including:
-Libraries should have 1.25 square feet of public space per resident -Charleston County Public Library (CCPL) has .43 square feet of public space per capita!
-Libraries should have three public computers per 1,000 residents in the county (only 3?) – CCPL has .9 public computers per 1,000 residents.
Check out the library website for more info: www.ccpl.org
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House Plan: TNH-PC-02A by Moser Design Group!
Clocking in at under 1,000 square feet, this plan looks amazing. Such charm on the exterior and such a fabulous and roomy design on the interior! The best of both worlds.
Continue reading “House Plan: TNH-PC-02A by Moser Design Group!”House Plan: 900-7 from Houseplans.com!
900-7 is the name of this house plan, designed by C3 Studio and available via Houseplans.com! If you don’t need a lot of extra rooms that you won’t use, this is the plan for you! This plan is 1,421 square feet with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. One bedroom can be used as a study or office area, how perfect is that? I love the sweet character of this home. I think the stone work really makes it! The windows are fabulous too! The downstairs windows (6 over 1) look so nice on this plan!
You walk onto a covered porch, which is so nice when its raining, then into the great room, where you can see through to the kitchen. I love that the kitchen sink has a window. Mandatory in my eyes ;) Washing dishes isn’t so bad when you have something to look at! The two front bedrooms/office/study spaces share a bathroom, then beyond the kitchen is the laundry, and onto the master bedroom, bathroom and closet.
There is another covered porch off the back of the house that leads to the garage. Nice, hmmmm? Another great plan to keep in mind when the time comes!
All images via Housplans.com – check them out!
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House Plan: Coosaw River Cottage (C0030) by Allison Ramsey Architects!
Coosaw River Cottage plan (C0030) by Allison Ramsey Architects. This plan is 1,705 square feet with 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. Quite the charming cottage plan isn’t it? It’s got charm and character as well as a lovely front porch!
Here you see the front porch, and the back screened porch, allowing the gentle breeze to flow into your bedroom in the cooler months. What could be better? I love the layout of this plan with the open living and dining spaces, a very functional kitchen and breakfast area as well as a master bedroom/bathroom downstairs.
The upstairs is perfect as it is! Lots of room to have your own space! As well as storage, office, treadmill or studio space. This was very well thought out! Usually there is something I would change here or there out of personal preference, but this one pretty much hits the nail on the head for me!
All images via AllisonRamseyArchitects.com, used with permission…
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Ro Sham Beaux – a beautiful place!
Ro Sham Beaux. What a fabulous lighting and design place that opened down the street from the gallery where I work. Located at 39 Broad Street, in Charleston, SC (in the heart of the historic district) – it brings even more style to the neighborhood! Fabulous lamps, tables and other miscellaneous pieces – this is one place you’re going to want to stop next time you’re downtown!
Read a bit about Ro Sham Beaux from their website:
Ro Sham Beaux is headed by owner and principal designer, Ann Yancy Rogers. Ann created her first lighting lines in NYC after graduating from the Portland School of Art. Since her early days in Manhattan, her work has been featured in magazines such as Metropolitan Home, House Beautiful, Veranda, and Charleston Home. In 1998 Ann relocated her lighting design firm, Y Lighting to Charleston, SC and then in 2010 launched Ro Sham Beaux.
Ro Sham Beaux was created to raise the standard in new and unique design. In addition to our production collection, Ro Sham Beaux specializes in custom services to the trade and hospitality industries, allowing designers to create lighting for their particular style and application.
Ro Sham Beaux’s designs can be seen in some of the finest stores, homes and commercial spaces from Southampton to Beverly Hills. Our product line captures the essence of functional art while bringing a whimsical element of beauty and durability to the forefront.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY MOM! Hey, next time you’re in town we’ll spend some time in this cool shop and have lunch! I’m sure you will love it! xoxo, me
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House Plan: Four Gables (SL-1832) a Southern Living Plan!
This is the Four Gables (SL 1832) plan from Southern Living House Plans, designed by Mitchell Ginn. Four Gables is a fabulous plan with 2,341 square feet, 4 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms. It looks like a house that has been around since the days of charm and character. Nice porches on both the front and the back of the house. What a treat!
This plan would work well for us. I love the kitchen, eating and living… we don’t need a big dining room, so this would be functional and used often. I like when homes are designed to be fully used. I have to say we use every room in our house. It works for us.
The upstairs of this plan is fabulous! Two or three bedrooms, a few bathrooms and a loft area. For us I would keep two bedrooms, then use one area for office, studio or treadmill – maybe only one bathroom and a small loft area. Perfect!
All images via Houseplans.SouthernLiving.com!
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Another wonderful place to eat lunch in Charleston, SC!
Fleet Landing. A cool restaurant located in Charleston, SC with fabulous food, the best view ever and a very cool interior! This is inside looking out. You have the option of eating inside or out. The bar area has large garage type door that opens to make the outside and the inside meld into one fabulous space. Monday through Friday they have wonderful specials. It’s always fun to get there right before they open so you can chat with some people who are visiting. Charleston is such a cool city because of the many tourists, most are so interesting!
Check out the lunch menu! Dinner is fabulous as well!
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