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The man I can't stop thinking about
This month I was lucky enough to meet a man that made a tremendously deep impact on me and I can't shake the image of his face from my mind. Please allow me to introduce Hamit, an entrepreneurial pig farmer living in the Korca region in the south of Albania that I had the pleasure of meeting on a recent field visit.
Hamit, a sixty-five-year-old Romani man from the Roma ethnic community of Albanian, showed me exactly why Kiva is desperately needed in Albania.
I know when I first found out I was being placed in Albania I was not sure what to think. I knew Albania is being considered for candidate status for the European Union, and my guidebook told me there is an Albanian Riveria so naturally I thought does microfinance and kiva capital really have a place here? I will confess here among friends, I was even a little disappointed! I was getting ready to completely change my life to work towards the alleviation of poverty, and to me on first glance eastern europe seemed like it was doing just fine.
Enter Hamit. As part of the Roma ethnic group, Hamit would be unable to get a loan from a traditional financial institution or even most microfinance institutions. You read that correctly, no one would lend to him simply because of his ethnicity. Much of the population in Albania perceives the Roma as a sterotypical group of people with a non-committal attitude towards work that continually abuse of the state's welfare system, as well as a group that has a high propensity towards aggressive begging and high involvement in crime. This institutionalized discrimination against the Roma makes a large portion of them lose interest in participating in mainstream Albanian society.
Visionfund Albania, the Kiva partner I am working with here, with Kiva funding has been able to establish a loan product that specifically is designed to target the vunerable population of Roma's living in Albania like Hamit and his family.
Getting out of the car infront of Hamit's house I was immediately struck by the contrast between the piles of trash and rooting pigs set against the harsh jagged beauty of the mountains in the Korca region. The seasons are changing over to spring, but you would have never known that from the icy wind that was blowing across the fields.
When I met Hamit, he was in the process of building his new house financed by a kiva loan but still currently sleeping on a mattress on the floor of a shack made of plastic nailed with thin plywood and covered with metal sheet that does not have water, electricity or a toilet. He is afraid to move into his partially completed new house with the rest of his family as it is further away from the barn where his pigs live and he is afraid someone will steal the piglets.
Talking to Hamit you quickly realize that he takes his business and his pigs very seriously. He watches over them like an anxious proud father, making sure they stay safe and protected in the shed. He does not allow them to become tainted by going outside to eat garbage like his neighbors pigs that we saw when we arrived.
Last year Hamit suffered a very large setback in his business, which caused a delay in the construction of his house, when 60 of his pigs passed away unexpectedly. He had gotten them vaccinated and it turned out the vaccine the vet gave them was bad which caused his entire crop of piglets for the year to pass away so he had to start again this year from scratch. Unlike in the developed world where Hamit would most likely sue the veterinarian and have a legal recourse, in Albania without the resources to fight this injustice, Hamit and his wife just had to start over. As a father of seven and grandfather of more, there is simply too much work to be done to look back and Hamit told me he just hopes for better for this year.
Hamit and his family are more intimately familiar with hardship and suffering than most people in the developed world will ever be including what they faced several years ago when their grown up daughter pass away due to a an illness brought on by poor living conditions. However, the incredible thing is they haven't lost hope at all and if anything are more excited by the possibilities of the future than anyone I have met in a long time. They are anxiously planning the next phase of the home building the sale of this latest group of piglets.
When I first moved here and was talking to new friends about my job and the topic of lending money to the Roma population came up; the overwhelming consensus was that the Roma would never pay back their loans. Thanks to the hard work of Hamit and others like him, I am able to smile and tell their incredible story of perseverance and commitment to their businesses and their familes – a story that is proving that people who discriminate aganist someone based on their ethnicity are dead wrong.
The next time you are considering making a loan on Kiva, give Albania a chance. What you find here might surprise you.


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Minnesota Twins honor Mariano Rivera with rocking chair made of broken bats
New York Yankees closer Mariano Rivera is on a farewell tour across the majors and the Minnesota Twins will be happy to see him go.
The future first-ballot Hall of Famer is making his final trip to opposing ballparks across the country this summer, thanking players, coaches and members of the opposing teams' staff with whom he has interacted over his 19-year career.
He's been tough on the Twins throughout his career—in 55 games covering 70.2 innings, Rivera's allowed just 10 earned runs, 44 hits while striking out 67 and piling up 34 saves, including one Tuesday night after Minnesota honored the future Hall of Famer.
Rivera entered the game in the ninth inning with two outs and two runners on, and needed just two pitches to earn his 27th save of the season. The Yankees defeated the Twins, 7-3.
The Yankees are in Minnesota for the final time this season, and the Twins honored Rivera before their game with a souvenier chair made out of broken bats caused by Rivera's pitches.
"I was expecting someone to do something like that with broken bats, but that was, that was awesome," Rivera said. "That was great. That was wonderful. Made me laugh a lot."
Behold, the "Chair of Broken Dreams":
MORE: Rivera delivers pizza to Oakland staff | Yankees closer doesn't want to start the All Star Game
#MNTwins honoring the career of retiring closer Mariano Rivera by presenting him with a "Chair of Broken Dreams.†pic.twitter.com/XqQG7iIpxi— Minnesota Twins (@Twins) July 2, 2013
Rivera will go down as the greatest closer in baseball history. He will also be remembered as one of the nicest, friendliest guys to ever take the mound.

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I think most of us who work at desks have a tendency to hunch up and hunker down over our keyboards, and obviously all the stretching in the world can't replace good posture and a healthy work space! If you are working long hours in the office, make sure to take regular breaks and walk around, swing your arms, roll your shoulders, and stretch a bit!
Here are a few really simple stretches that can help. They work really well as a little flow, but can be done individually as well - and best of all, they can be done in your chair while at work.
*If clasping your hands together isn't comfortable in some of these poses, try using a small length of fabric - a strap, belt or even a teatowel - and you will get a great stretch!
1. Start by sitting up straight with both feet evenly planted on the floor (or both sitting bones if you are sitting on the floor). Bring your hands beside you, or even better, underneath you and take 5 deep breaths while you focus on dropping the shoulders down as far away as you can from your ears. Then:
2. Inhale, and reach your arms up overhead. Clasp the fingers together and turn the palms upwards*. Now bring your focus back to the shoulders and again, try to drop them away from your ears while still lengthening upwards through the crown of your head. Hold for 5 breaths or about 30 seconds.
3. Release your hands and bring them down behind you. Once again interlace the fingers behind your back*, and gently lift your hands away from your lower back until you feel a nice stretch. Hold for 5 breaths or about 30 seconds.
5. Bring one hand to your shoulder, palm up. Stretch the other arm all the way up to the ceiling and then bend it at the elbow, clasping your hands together*. Now from the hand on the shoulder, gently pull until you feel a good stretch, then hold. Try holding about 30 seconds on each side.
Hope these help! Readers, what little stretches feel great for your shoulders?
If you liked these stretches you may also enjoy: 7 stretches for neck and shoulders you can do at your desk


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I have a fifty year old F.E. Olds & Sons Ambassador cornet. It lay unused for 30+ years (it is now oiled and greased properly). There is considerable tarnish on the mouthpiece and on the slides. Any suggestions for removing the tarnish?
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{Little Black Dress}: A Palette of Black + White
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Newlyweds in Love + Cupcake Stand!
I adore this classic palette! Love, your biggest fan, Jenna!
I heart black + white. Seriously!! xo, Alexa
This palette is so chic. love those wine bottles. xoxo, Melissa
I'm putting this on my short list!! for sure! It's so classic!
LOVING the sophistication. so charming!
Classy and sophisticated! Love it!
Simple yet sooo elegant!! Great colors!
Loving the asymmetrical gown in the corner, that is so lovely!! Beautiful board!
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I seriously adore this palette. So elegant! xo, Lainey.
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Designers' dreams hinge on two golden words: carte blanche. Add three more—location, location, location—and you have all the fixings for a five-star showhouse. On 13 groomed acres in Greensboro, North Carolina, the showhouse at Adamsleigh was just that. What better location than this sweet spot of the furniture industry, with its famed biannual International Home Furnishings Market in nearby High Point? Adamsleigh—a splendid Tudor-style manor house built in 1930 on grounds replete with tennis courts, a caretaker's cottage, a pond, and two pools—set the style bar high; it challenged a mix of local, regional, and national designers to stretch, to dream big.
For the Junior League of Greensboro, this mini-Biltmore designed by Winston-Salem architect Luther Lashmit as a home for textile titan John Hampton "Hamp" Adams—co-founder of Adams-Mills Corporation—proved an aptly grand fund-raising venue. For Traditional Home, partnering up was a no-brainer. The timing was impeccable: Adamsleigh's opening coincided with High Point's spring market. Now, as attention turns to the area's fall market, we fondly look back to the showhouse at Adamsleigh, the magazine's first showhouse in—and timely tribute to—our furniture capital.
Photography: John Bessler and Peter Rymwid
Stairwell by India Miller
Designer India Miller gave the mansion's dramatic spiral stair tower a fresh twist with Karastan carpet that mimics antelope hide. "Animal prints are my 'neutrals,'" she explains. The carpet provides a modern counterpoint to the stairwell's original iron chandelier.
Interior design: India Miller, India Miller Designs, 900 Forest Hill Drive, High Point, NC 27262; 336/580-0723.
Carpet ("Exotics"/Aberdale Antelope #41226/45055): Karastan, karastan.com.
Hanging light: original to house.
Drapery and valance fabric ("Focus"/Orange): Lillian August for Hickory White, 828/322-8624, hickorywhite.com.
Wall paint ("Noodle" #C412): C2 Paint, 716/853-5776, c2paint.com.
Bench in front of window ("Clinton Ottoman" #H207OT); ottoman on main level ("Villa Rica"/Silver #H204OT); ottoman fabric ("Gulfport Orange"): by Mr. & Mrs. Howard for Sherrill Furniture, 828/322-2640, sherrillfurniture.com.
Faux fur throw ("Ivory Mink Faux Fur Couture Throw"" #11014IVO): Fabulous-Furs, 800/848-4650, fabulousfurs.com.
Folding screen ("Sidney Screen" #LA82391): Lillian August for Hickory White, 828/322-8624, hickorywhite.com.
Foyer by India Miller
Also the designer for the foyer and main-floor hallway, Miller energized what could be somber spaces with color and pattern. Pops of paprika and mango on pillows invigorate the blue velvet wing chairs flanking the original carved-stone fireplace. More punch is presented with bright stripes covering oval-back side chairs backed with houndstooth. "I wanted to maintain the integrity of each space, but bring about a fresh and unique twist," she says.
Interior design: India Miller, India Miller Designs, 900 Forest Hill Drive, High Point, NC 27262; 336/580-0723.
Wall paint ("Noodle" #C412): C2 Paint, 716/853-5776, c2paint.com.
Center table ("Brighton Pedestal Table" #MH10013, by Mr. & Mrs. Howard): Sherrill Furniture, 828/322-2640, sherrillfurniture.com.
Oval-back chairs ("Beckmore Side Chairs" #LA1102AC); black leather seat fabric ("Cheshire Black" #LA755); houndstooth fabric ("Laurent"/ Black); yellow and orange fabric on chair back ("Sellers Gold" and "Cancun Red"): Lillian August for Hickory White, 828/322-8624, hickorywhite.com.
Chandelier ("Riviera Thirteen-Light Pendant" #123-413): Corbett Lighting, 626/336-4511, corbettlighting.com. Through Butler Lighting, 336/889-2344, finelites.com.
Flower on table (black cylinder with cream roses): NDI, 800/522-2627, ndi.com.
Area rug ("Exotics"/Aberdale Antelope #41226/45055): Karastan, karastan.com.
Area rug fabrication (design by India Miller): Carpet One by Henry, 336/379-1018.
China cabinet ("Sterling Curios" #LA97043-01 in Black Nickel #39); blue wing chairs ("Clayton Chair" #LA4104C); wing-chair fabric ("Martin Blue"); ottoman by wing chairs ("Clayton Ottoman" #LA4104OT): animal-print fabric on ottoman ("Latta"/Camel): Lillian August for Hickory White, 828/322-8624, hickorywhite.com.
Black-and-white pillow on right wing chair ("Toss Pillow"/Kenya); orange-and-white pillow on wing chair ("Fairhope"/Natural); red-and-yellow pillow on wing chair ("Cancun Red" and "Sellers Gold"); black-and-white pillow on left wing chair ("Vinova"/Black); table between wing chairs ("Townsend Table" #LA94329): Lillian August for Hickory White, 828/322-8624, hickorywhite.com.
Table lamp ("Signature Table Lamp" #6442): Currey & Co., 877/768-6428, curreycodealers.com.
Dining Room by Jeffrey Muse
In the dining room, Jeffery Muse proves two is better than one. Featuring Baker Furniture, the formal space includes a pair of round tables beneath matching chandeliers. It's an "updated alternative to the standard single rectangle table in a formal dining room," Muse says. Wood-paneled walls detailed with inserts of gold metallic grass cloth complement, but don't compete with, the ceiling's plasterwork—the room's original pièce de résistance. More Baker pieces—a polished buffet with a glazed, faux-parchment finish and hosting burnished-brass lamps—command the back wall. The drapery fabric features exotic flowers and birds on a platinum ground.
Interior design: Jeffery Muse, Kohler Interiors, 222 Merchandise Mart, Chicago, IL 60654; 312/329-9410.
Dining tables ("Arcade Dining Table with Lazy Susan" #8637-2); dining chairs ("Abrazo Side Chairs" #9178); chair fabric, inside (#28-220); chair fabric, outside back (#28-235): Baker, 800/592-2537, bakerfurniture.com.
Flowers ("Sharry Baby Oncidium Orchids"): Owens Orchids, 828/877-3313, owensorchids.com.
Chandeliers ("Enlightened Chandelier" #BB309): Baker, 800/592-2537, bakerfurniture.com.
Area rug (#83846): Zaki Oriental Rugs, 336/884-4407, zaki.com.
Ceiling paint ("Tusk" #C411): C2 Paint, 716/853-5776, c2paint.com.
Wall panel wallpaper ("Metallic Paper Weaves"/Krypton, Chocolate #3513): Phillip Jeffries, 973/575-5414, phillipjeffries.com.
Drapery ("Katsura Lampas"/Platinum #54072): Schumacher, 800/523-1200, fschumacher.com.
Buffet (Indochine Cabinet" #7373); lamps on buffet ("Cascade Table Lamp" #BSA129): Baker, 800/592-2537, bakerfurniture.com.
Artwork above buffet (Neutral II, by Susan Haygood for the Robin Bradford Collection): for Baker, 800/592-2537, bakerfurniture.com.
Oriental cabinet ("George III Oriental Lacquer Cabinet" #5370): Baker, 800/592-2537, bakerfurniture.com.
White peacock on Oriental cabinet: Darius Mostoufi Taxidermy, 909/731-2103, dariustaxidermy.com.
Chairs at window (#476); chair fabric (#69-760): Baker, 800/592-2537, bakerfurniture.com.
Lakefront Entry by Jane Matteson
Next door to the dining room, Jane Matteson gleaned inspiration for the lakefront entry from the home's exquisite architecture. "I wanted to play off the remarkable 1920s woodwork in the original bookcase, the hand-carved sandstone ceiling molding, and the exceptional period wrought-iron door leading to the terrace," the designer says. The natural color palette led to her "cabinet-of-curiosities" concept that stars pieces like the faux-bois iron tables and zebra rug. The collecting theme continues with Swarovski-studded sea fans, a velvet-mohair bench, Parisian birdcages, and a collection of books aged and framed as artwork.
Interior design: Jane Franklin Matteson, Matteson Design, 519 W. Cornwallis Drive, Greensboro, NC 27408; 336/275-3754, mattesondesignconsulting.com.
Round tables ("Faux Bois" with custom marble top): Global Views, 888/956-0030, globalviews.com.
Area rug (zebra): High Sierra Fur Co., 800/594-8266, high sierrafurs.com.
Semi-circular bench (custom); bench fabric (mohair velvet): Custom Creations by Marlowe, customcreationsbymarlowe.com.
Sheepskin rug on bench (6 skin/Sexto): Auskin USA, 888/528-7546, auskin.com.
Paint ("Noodle" #C412): C2 Paint, 716/853-5776, c2paint.com.
Acrylic console ("Waterfall Console"): Engineered Plastics Inc., 336/449-4121, engplas.com.
Bird on console ("Mechanical Birds"): Mullanium by Jim and Tori, mullaniumbyjimandtori.com.
Art over console (Cooking the Books): Natural Curiosities, 323/906-1083, naturalcuriosities.com.
Living Room by Miles Redd
Miles Redd followed his own advice in designing the living room: "Get the floors and walls right, and the rest is easy." Asian-inspired furniture from Century plays off a backdrop of chinoiserie-wallpapered panels and a blue-and-cream rug. "I like to get optimal use from a space—multiple seating areas, a place for playing cards or small dinners," Redd explains.
Dressed in blue panels and scalloped valances with a Far East bent, the large windows announce the exotic theme, which is repeated by side chairs in a peacock motif. Pagoda chairs encircle the dark-wood pedestal dining table. Chinese-style fretwork doors on bar cabinets and ginger jars complete the Asian theme.
To brighten the room, Redd coated the ceiling beams and wall trim in a custom blue hue. A host of chairs, including one of tufted leather, forms a classic conversation area radiating around the marble coffee table.
Interior design: Miles Redd, Miles Redd, LLC, 77 Bleeker St., Suite C111, New York, NY 10012; 212/674-0902, milesredd.com.
Wall panels ("Earlham," Chinoiserie Collection, hand-painted on Sung Blue Williamsburg background): De Gournay, 212/564-9750, degournay.com.
Paint (custom): C2 Paint, 716/853-5776, c2paint.com.
Area rug (Mid-Century West Anatolian Oushak, by Galerie Shabab): Metropolitan Carpet, metropolitancarpet.com.
Pedestals at window ("Fluted Pedestal" #609-718); pair of cabinets at window ("Pagoda Bar Cabinet" #609-785); drapery: Century Furniture, 800/852-5552, centuryfurniture.com.
Chinese porcelain urns on pedestals: Century Furniture High Point Showroom, 336/884-4233.
Pedestal dining table ("Radial Expansion Table" #609-306); dining chairs ("Pagoda Dining Chair" #609-592); chair fabric (#30212-55); accessories: Century Furniture, 800/852-5552, centuryfurniture.com.
Cocktail table ("Charcoal & Ochre Marble Cocktail Table" #60B-601); leather slipper chair ("Tufted Slipper Chair"#60-11-724); chair leather ("Renaissance" #2476); pair of chairs flanking slipper chair ("Trellis Dining Chair" #60-3562); seat fabric on "Trellis" chair (#30212-55); pair of lounge chairs ("Tight Seat English Arm Chair" #60-11-715); armchair fabric; round tables beside lounge chairs: Century Furniture, 800/852-5552, centuryfurniture.com.
Sunporch by Eric Cohler
Eric Cohler credits the sunporch's three walls of arch-topped windows "as a welcoming link between interior and exterior." The designer's ceiling-to-floor draperies emphasize the room's tall ceiling while softening its brick walls. He used Pearson furnishings, including a sumptuous mohair sofa, a side chair upholstered in a pink ikat print, and a lounge chair with matching ottoman facing a lavish ivory-leather coffee table.
Interior design: Eric Cohler, Eric Cohler Design, 95 Fifth Ave., 6th Floor, New York, NY 10003; 212/737-8600, ericcohler.com.
Area rug ("Tulum"/Sea Gray #58161, with border "Wyatt"/Charcoal): Stanton Carpet, 706/624-9385, stantoncarpet.com. Through Carpet One by Henry, 336/831-0530, carpetonebyhenry.com.
Ceiling paint, white ("Milk Moustache" #C080); ceiling paint, navy ("Espionage" #C244): C2 Paint, 716/853-5776, c2paint.com.
Ceiling light ("Star Flush Mount"/Bronze #SC4000, by Eric Cohler): Circa Lighting, 877/762-2323, circalighting.com.
Drapery (#1636-92): Pearson Textiles, 336/882-8135, pearsontextiles.com.
Standing screen (custom); screen fabric (#4504-55); chair in front of screen (#1446 in shale finish #314); chair fabric (#4593-71); table to left of chair ("Raffia Side Table" #9662-36): Pearson Furniture, 336/882-8135, pearsonco.com.
Acrylic table beside chair: Blvd. Interiors Marketplace, 336/455-3593, blvdinteriorsmarketplace.com.
Sofa (custom sofa #2373, in finish #917); sofa fabric (#6421-93); pillows on sofa (custom); coffee table ("Pearson Cocktail Table" #9743-28): Pearson Furniture, 336/882-8135, pearsonco.com.
Floor lamp ("Rome Floor Lamp" #SC1105, by Eric Cohler): Circa Lighting, 877/762-2323, circalighting.com.
Vase and flowers on coffee table (white peony in porcelain orb): NDI, 800/522-2627, ndi.com.
Bowl on coffee table (Sona Vessel," by Michael Aram): Blvd. Interiors Marketplace, 336/455-3593, blvdinteriorsmarketplace.com.
Lounge chair (#410); ottoman (#410-50); chair-and-ottoman fabric (#1619-10): Pearson Furniture, 336/882-8135, pearsonco.com.
Pillow on lounge chair ("Awning Stripe Pillow"); throw/blanket on ottoman: Blvd. Interiors Marketplace, 336/455-3593, blvdinteriorsmarketplace.com.
Front Entrance by Luke Sumpter
The 1930s Tudor-style manor shares grounds with tennis courts, swimming pools, and a caretaker's cottage. The property's classic layout is exemplified by the home's traditional and inviting front entrance designed by Luke Sumpter.
Den by Suzanne Kasler
Suzanne Kasler designed the den that's off the living room with furniture from Hickory Chair. The room's wood paneling prompted her use of creamy-pale silks and linens. Taking center stage is an armless sofa and midcentury cocktail table with a segmented base for storage. The geometric-patterned fabric on the sofa pillow references the playful area rug. "What made it all work was the geometric rug," she says. "It brings a modern feel, is handsome and strong, and provides pattern." Draperies banded in buttery yellow velvet accessorize the stunning French doors. Overhead hangs an octagon-shaped ceiling lantern in a brass finish from Circa Lighting.
Interior design: Suzanne Kasler, Suzanne Kasler Interiors, 425 Peachtree Hills Ave., Suite 21B, Atlanta, GA 30305; 404/355-1035, suzannekasler.com.
Ceiling lantern ("Morris Large Lantern" #SK5010, by Suzanne Kasler): Circa Lighting, 877/762-2323, circalighting.com.
Draperies ("Caprone Bone Leather" #3510-10); drapery banding (#3277-23, ochre velvet): Hickory Chair, 800/349-4579, hickorychair.com.
Armless sofa ("Leigh Made-to-Measure"/Light Walnut #1504-51, by Suzanne Kasler); sofa fabric ("Caprone Bone Leather" #3510-10); square pillows (#922-96); pillow fabric (#3277-23, ochre velvet): Hickory Chair, 800/349-4579, hickorychair.com.
Geometric long pillow on sofa ("Raff"/Black and Beige #26783-003): Scalamandré, 800/932-4361, scalamandre.com.
Side table ("Austell Side Table" #1586-10, by Suzanne Kasler); table top ("Austell White Onyx Top" #1586-80): Hickory Chair, 800/349-4579, hickorychair.com.
Pair of table lamps ("Hardwick Table Lamp" #BR73/BR): Vaughan, 212/319-7070, vaughandesigns.com.
Cocktail table ("Judd" #7681-70, by Mariette Himes Gomez); lounge chair to right of sofa ("Geneva Lounge Chair" #2315-24, by Thomas O'Brien); chair fabric (#3510-10): Hickory Chair, 800/349-4579, hickorychair.com.
Area rug: Stark, 212/752-9000, starkcarpet.com.
Bookcase ("Knollwood Bookcase" #1696-10, by Suzanne Kasler); bench in front of bookcase ("Lille Bench" #1528-30, by Suzanne Kasler); bench leather ("Nottinghill"/Putty #565): Hickory Chair, 800/349-4579, hickorychair.com.
Ceiling paint ("Cricket White" #C413): C2 Paint, 716/853-5776, c2paint.com.
Courtyard by Patti Allen & Stephanie James
Ahead of its time, Adamsleigh boasts a plethora of indoor-outdoor connections. The outdoor courtyard designed by Stephanie James and Patti Allen is "comfortable, inviting, and lounge-worthy, with each sitting area offering uniqueness," says James. An outdoor daybed encourages guests to laze on its off-white cozy cushions and peach-patterned pillow covered with Sunbrella fabrics.
Interior design: Patti Allen and Stephanie James, Furnitureland South, 336/207-6607, furniturelandsouth.com.
Chaise ("Archipelago Daybed" #D11-43): Century Furniture, 800/852-5552, centuryfurniture.com.
Chaise fabric ("Sailcloth"/Salt #32000-0018); trim ("Meridian"/Mango #40061-0010); bolster-pillow fabric ("Posh/Persimmon #44157-0003); patterned pillow on chaise ("Zara"/Sunset #47072-0005): Sunbrella, 336/221-2211, sunbrella.com.
Orange screen: custom shutters.
Orange paint on screen ("Orange Nectar" #2013-20): Benjamin Moore & Co., 888/236-6667, benjaminmoore.com.
Orange garden stool ("Macao Seat"/Coral Lacquer #1616, by Tony Duquette): Baker, 800/592-2537, bakerfurniture.com.
Men's Room by Anita Phipps
Anita Phipps chose bold black-and-beige stripes to enrich the walls of the men's half bath off the main hall. She played up the original checkered-tile floor by dressing windows in a complementary woven fabric. Next, she transformed an antique gold frame into a statement mirror. A black chandelier echoes the existing black pedestal sink.
Interior design: Anita Phipps, A. Phipps Designs, 612 Kimberly Drive, Greensboro, NC 27408; 336/558-5205, aphippsdesigns.com.
Wall paint, black ("Tricorn Black" #SW6258): Sherwin-Williams, 800/474-3794, sherwin-williams.com.
Wall paint, cream ("Hemp" #C394): C2 Paint, 716/853-5776, c2paint.com.
Drapery fabric ("Canyon Antique" #42006-0012): Sunbrella, 336/221-2211, sunbrella.com.
Chandelier ("Darlana," by Visual Comfort): Circa Lighting, 877/762-2323, circalighting.com.
Pedestal sink; faucets (vintage): original to house.
Mirror: antique.
Sunroom by Bradshaw Orrell & Randy McManus
The serene sunroom by Bradshaw Orrell and Randy McManus begins with turquoise-painted walls layered with white lattice. "We wanted to create a l'orangerie/arboretum feeling full of color and life," explains Orrell.
See more of the sunroom and terrace designed by Bradshaw Orrell and Randy McManus on the following slides.
Interior design: Bradshaw Orrell and Randy McManus, Bradshaw Orrell Interiors, 601 W. Smith St., Greensboro, NC 27401; 336/209-3524, orrellinteriors.com, and Randy McManus Designs Inc., 18 Battleground Court, Greensboro, NC 27408; 336/691-0051.
Console ("Blenheim" with travertine top); mirror above console ("Lucchese"); chandelier ("Florian"); sconce ("Crillon"); table with faux limestone top ("Cannes"); pagoda on table ("Chinoiserie Tulipiere"): Niermann Weeks, 212/319-7979, niermannweeks.com.
Drapery ("Classic Linen Natural" #44178-0000); trim ("Savvy Sunset" #45889-0000): Sunbrella, 336/221-2211.
Rug (custom): Colonial Mills, 800/343-9339, colonialmills.com.
Orange lacquered planters with boxwoods; centerpiece with white phalaenopsis orchids: Randy McManus Designs, 336/691-0051.
Sunroom by Bradshaw Orrell & Randy McManus
Dark teal garden stools mimic the palette of a five-panel painting. Vivid orange appears on the throw pillows and window treatment.
Wall paint ("Crystal" #C236); ceiling paint ("Salty Brine" #C235); trim paint ("Sheer" #C432): C2 Paint, 716/853-5776, c2paint.com.
Chaise ("Melbourne"); settee ("Toulon"); chairs ("Gustavian Klismos Chairs"): Niermann Weeks, 212/319-7979, niermannweeks.com.
Chaise fabric ("Meridian Frost" #40061-005); settee fabric ("Savvy Sunset" #45889-0000); chair fabric ("Neo Silk" #45718-0000): Sunbrella, 336/221-2211, sunbrella.com.
Teal garden stools: The Van Cleve Collection, 904/389-3891, thevanclevecollection.com.
Ottoman between chaise longues (custom); fabric: Brunschwig & Fils, 800/538-1880, brunschwig.com.
Art behind settee (5-panel painting): by Douglas Freeman, douglasfreemanartworks.com.
Orange-and-cream diamond-patterned throw pillows ("Savvy Sunset" #45889-0000): Sunbrella, 336/221-2211, sunbrella.com.
Floor lamps ("Capucine"); side table with one shelf ("Fantome"): Niermann Weeks, 212/319-7979, niermannweeks.com.
Terrace by Bradshaw Orrell & Randy McManus
The punchy color scheme extends to an outdoor terrace, where Sunbrella fabrics cover cushions on the Summer Classics wicker-look outdoor furniture and sunroom settees, and were fashioned into orange-trimmed draperies, awnings, and geometric-motif pillows. "The sunroom's furnishings and artwork put guests in a 'read-a-good-book' sort of mood, while the terrace screams for friends and mint juleps," says McManus.
Loveseat ("Rustic Sectional Left" #3763, and "Rustic Sectional Right" #3762); wicker chair ("Rustic Sectional Slipper Chair" #3768); fabric on loveseat and square throw pillows ("Junction Oyster," by Sunbrella, a Summer Classics exclusive); wicker ottoman ("Rustic Ottoman" #3749); metal table ("Club End Table"): Summer Classics, summerclassics.com.
Fabric on slipper chair ("Westin Pebble" #212); fabric on ottoman and throw pillow ("Kyoto Pumice" #246): Summer Classics, summerclassics.com.
Metal panel ("Hanging Trocadero Screen Panel"): Niermann Weeks, 212/319-7979, niermannweeks.com.
Rug (custom): Colonial Mills, 800/343-9339, colonialmills.com.
Orange garden stools: Emissary Home & Garden, emissaryusa.com.
Awning (custom): The Dize Co., 336/722-5181, dizeco.com.
Breakfast Sitting Room by John Loecke & Jason Oliver Nixon
The breakfast room by John Loecke and Jason Oliver Nixon is similarly inviting. "We live by legendary designer Dorothy Draper's mandate, 'banish the beige,' " says Nixon. The Madcap Cottage design duo incorporated color galore starting with a floral Thibaut wall covering, which complements the existing peacock-colored wood paneling. On the far wall, a white-and-teal bookcase is juxtaposed with a vintage coffee table and octagonal side table.
See details from this room on the following slide.
Interior design: John Loecke and Jason Oliver Nixon, Madcap Cottage, 17 Chester Court, Brooklyn,NY 11225; 917/513-9143 and 917/318-0006, madcapcottage.com.
Wallpaper ("Sulu"/Beige #T13041, Monterey Collection); ceiling paper ("Alexander"/Metallic Pewter on Beige #T10001, Neutral Resource Collection): Thibaut, 800/223-0704, thibautdesign.com.
Draperies ("Residence Damask"/Beige #F91348); valance ("Malibu"/Sand #W82554); valance trim ("Malibu"/Raspberry #W82557): Thibaut, 800/223-0704, thibautdesign.com.
Settee ("Brighton" #7709-S66); settee fabric ("Anita Damask"/Metallic on Neutral #F98636); settee seat cushion ("Malibu"/Sand #W82554); trim ("Malibu"/Raspberry #W82557): Thibaut, 800/223-0704, thibautdesign.com.
Green striped pillows on settee ("Darjeeling Express"); pink striped pillow ("Jaipur Sunset"): Madcap Cottage, madcapcottage.com/storefront.
End tables flanking settee (vintage): Madcap Cottage, madcapcottage.com/storefront.
Table lamps ("Glenda Table Lamp" #6754): Currey & Co., 877/768-6428, curreycodealers.com.
Coffee table (vintage): Madcap Cottage, madcapcottage.com/storefront.
Console with display cabinet ("Two Drawer Dorothy Draper Console and Curio" #88-052): Kindel, 877/546-3351, kindelfurniture.com.
Lounge chair by console ("Brentwood Chair with Skirt" #7734-C28); chair fabric ("Chinoiserie Floral"/Cream #F95341); trim ("Cabo Cotton"/Palmetto #W81176): Thibaut, 800/223-0704, thibautdesign.com.
Octagonal side table (vintage): Madcap Cottage, madcapcottage.com/storefront.
Dining table (vintage): Madcap Cottage, madcapcottage.com/storefront.
Side chair at table ("Darien Chair" #7737-D20); chair fabric ("Rinca"/Plum #F95738); trim ("Cabo Cotton"/Pametto #W81176): Thibaut, 800/223-0704, thibautdesign.com.
Ottoman ("Westover Ottoman" #7773-M23); fabric ("Sausalito"/Flax and Plum #W75727); trim ("Essex Velvet"/Smoke #W79454); nailhead ("Bronze Renaissance Nailhead," 3/4 inch #501F): Thibaut, 800/223-0704, thibautdesign.com.
Upholstered chair at table ("Montclair" #7715-C34); chair fabric ("Pearl Trellis"/Grey #W73299); back and trim fabric ("Essex Velvet"/Plum #W79433); nailhead ("Bronze Renaissance Nailhead," 7/8 inch #52): Thibaut, 800/223-0704, thibautdesign.com.
Breakfast Sitting Room by John Loecke & Jason Oliver Nixon
A hand-painted elephant pillow pictures a proudly prancing Horace, Madcap Cottage design firm's mascot.
Elephant pillow (Madcap and Marvelous"): Madcap Cottage, 917/513-9143, madcapcottage.com.
Library by Ann Legette
Ann Legette, inheriting the library's existing dark-paneled walls, "found the room needed levity in every sense of the word." Sisal from Stanton Carpet instantly refreshed it. Lining the backs of the bookshelves with an ivory grass cloth also brightened the mood and made displayed objects pop. Shades of aqua, deep-sea blue, and citron green on the cocktail tables, silk draperies, and pillows brought the otherwise neutral space to life. The salon-like seating plan anticipates several small groups of guests.
Interior design: Ann Legette, Ann Legette Inc. Interior Design & Decoration, 1004 Sunset Drive, Greensboro, NC 27408; 336/314-8332, annlegette.com.
Ceiling paint ("Antique White" SW6119): Sherwin-Williams, 800/474-3794, sherwin-williams.com.
Chandelier (Ruhlmann Six-Light Chandelier" #CHC 2462/BA-NP): Circa Lighting, 877/762-2323, circalighting.com.
Drapery (Dupioni silk #3406-A): P. Collins Ltd. Fabrics, 336/887-3086.
Hand-painting on drapery: Rebecca Clodfelter, 336/286-6688.
Wing chairs at window ("Copley Arm Chair" #1345); fabric ("Rex Sand"): CR Laine, 828/328-1831, crlaine.com.
Pedestal table by wing chairs ("R. Barbaree Dining Table"): Tritter Feefer, 706/885-0242, tritterfeefer.com.
Ottomans (custom): Ann Legette Inc., 336/314-8332, annlegette.com.
Ottoman fabric ("Zebra"/Aqua #4605/08, by Manuel Canovas): Cowtan & Tout, 212/647-6900, cowtan.com.
Carpet ("Sahara"/Desert #30001); border ("Durango"/Saddle): Stanton, 706/624-9385, stantoncarpet.com. Through Carpet One by Henry, 336/379-1018.
Settee (#3919-02); fabric ("Dundee"/Natural): Lee Industries, 800/892-7150, leeindustries.com.
Green-and-white pillows on settee ("Andalusia Velvet" #40086-756, by Travers): Zimmer + Rohde, 212/758-7925, zimmer-rohde.com.
Floor lamps by settee ("Jasmine Floor Lamp"/Gilded Iron #SR1101, by John Rosselli): Circa Lighting, 877/762-2323, circalighting.com.
Garden stools ("Daryl Stool"/faux shagreen, dusty blue): MadeGoods, 626/333-1177, madegoods.com.
Art prints behind settee (fashion watercolors): by Rebecca Clodfelter, 336/286-6688.
Armless chair in front of settee (custom): Ann Legette Inc., 336/314-8332, annlegette.com.
Chair fabric ("Rajah"/Beige #11028-01): Cowtan & Tout, 212/647-6900, cowtan.com.
Acrylic side table (custom drink table): Boda Designs, 336/355-9029.
Pair of barrel chairs in left foreground ("Haddon Lounge Chairs" #1522-24, by Suzanne Kasler); front/seat fabric (leather #240): Hickory Chair, 800/349-4579, hickorychair.com.
Back fabric ("Tabura"/Linen #2225): Pindler & Pindler, 805/531-9090, pindler.com.
Green lounge chair (#683): Wesley Hall, 828/324-7466, wesleyhall.com.
Lounge-chair fabric ("Atlas"/Absinthe #4683/03, by Manuel Canovas): Cowtan & Tout, 212/647-6900, cowtan.com.
Kitchen by Leslie Moore
Leslie Moore jump-started the kitchen's color scheme with its original floor-to-ceiling wall tiles, still an immaculate green. "It isn't a color I would normally work with, so I stretched my boundaries and ended up having a great time with it," she says. Two orange-patterned ottomans join the colorful banquette at the breakfast table, which is set with charcoal and white Vietri dinnerware.
Interior designer: Leslie Moore, L. Moore Designs, 1322 Greenway Drive High Point, NC 27262; 336/887-6477.
Dining table (#501): White Fine Furnishings, 434/455-5950, whitefinefurnishings.com.
Banquette ("Pierce Settee-Banquette" #1075): CR Laine, 828/328-1831, crlaine.com.
Banquette finish ("White Dove" #OC-17): Benjamin Moore & Co., 888/236-6667, benjaminmoore.com.
Banquette fabric ("Cambay Paisley Print"/Parrot #174881): Schumacher, 800/523-1200, fschumacher.com.
Charcoal dinnerware and serving bowl ("Incanto Metallic"); white dinnerware ("Incanto"): Vietri, 919/245-4180, vietri.com.
Chandelier ("Wilford Circular Chandelier" #9813): Currey & Co., 877/768-6428, curreycodealers.com.
Ottomans ("Phoebe Ottoman with Casters" #22); fabric ("Zimba Tangerine"); ottoman trim ("Inspire Tangerine"): CR Laine, 828/328-1831, crlaine.com.
Area rug ("Sahara"/Desert #30001): Stanton, 706/624-9385, stantoncarpet.com. Through Carpet One by Henry, 336/831-0530.
Porch by Leslie Moore
An enclosed porch just off the kitchen was also designed by Moore. Greek-key patterned draperies coordinate with teal pottery, while a wide blue center stripe updates the C.R. Laine wing chairs' white upholstery.
Chairs ("Copley Swivel Chair" #1335-SW): CR Laine, 828/328-1831, crlaine.com.
Chair fabric ("Canvas"/Natural #8304-0000); with contrast vertical stripe ("Canvas"/True Blue #5499-0000): Sunbrella, 336/221-2211, sunbrella.com.
Table between chairs ("Ford Side Table" by Dovetail Furniture): L. Moore Designs, 336/687-4945.
Hanging light ("Greyledge Chandelier" #9326): Currey & Co., 877/768-6428, curreycodealers.com.
Drapery ("El Greco"/Calypso #45706-0000): Sunbrella, 336/221-2211. sunbrella.com.
Area rug ("Lunada"/Sterling #9245): Stanton, 706/624-9385, stantoncarpet.com. Through Carpet One by Henry, 336/831-0530.
Accent rug: Safavieh, 212/477-1234, safavieh.com.
Trim paint ("Salty Brine" #C235, semigloss): C2 Paint, 716/853-5776, c2paint.com.
Daughter's Bedroom by Jack Fhillips
Jack Fhillips, influenced by Scalamandré for Eastern Accent's iconic zebra-print bedding, designed a sophisticated daughter's bedroom and bath fit for a fashion-forward queen. He used black lacquered furniture and large-scale artwork to pop against the white-textured Scalamandré wall covering and contrasting black trim. The zebra-print draperies and bed linens are by Eastern Accents. The black chaise with cream cord trim is from the designer's own collection.
See more of this room on the following slide.
Interior design: Jack Fhillips, Jack Fhillips Design Inc., 2611 Mercer Ave., West Palm Beach, FL 33401-7415; 561/659-4459, jfhillipsdesign.com.
Bed ("Brook Street Tufted Bed" #760-10, by EJ Victor): Ralph Lauren Home, 888/475-7674, ralphlaurenhome.com.
Coverlet ("Wilkie White Queen Coverlet" #SC-CVQ-01, Barclay Butera Collection); sham ("Wilkie White Standard Sham" #SC-STN-01, Barclay Butera Collection): Eastern Accents, 800/397-4556, easternaccents.com.
Pillow in front of sham ("Breeze Scarlet with Ribbon" #SC-DPD-01); red zebra pillow ("Le Zebre Rouge Facing Right" #SC-DPA-01); small pillow at front ("Hand-Painted Arrow Pillow" #SC-DPF-01); throw ("Midnight Herringbone Throw #SC-THA-01): Eastern Accents, 800/397-4556, easternaccents.com.
Wallpaper ("Basket Weave"/White #G1191-001): Scalamandré, 800/932-4361, scalamandre.com.
Black paint ("Zorro" #C482): C2 Paint, 716/853-5776, c2paint.com.
Chandelier (vintage, Italian plaster): Jack Fhillips Design, 561/659-4459, jfhillipsdesign.com.
Bedside table ("Mayfair Side Table" #1853-42, by EJ Victor): Ralph Lauren Home, 888/475-7674, ralphlaurenhome.com.
Table lamp on Mayfair table ("Square Entarsus Obelisk Lamp"/Crystal with natural paper shade #CHA8993): Circa Lighting, 877/762-2323, circalighting.com.
Red vase on Mayfair table (Art Deco): Jack Fhillips Design, 561/659-4459, jfhillipsdesign.com.
Area rug ("Indochine"/Natural, Sisal Collection); Stark, 212/752-9000, starkcarpet.com.
Floor pillows ("Zebra"/Black #16366-001): Scalamandré, 800/932-4361, scalamandre.com.
Red abstract art (Portal, by Bias); black abstract art by chaise (Black Square within Square, by Bias): designer's collection.
Chaise ("Jack Fhillips Gloria Chaise" #6010-66): EJ Victor, 828/437-1991, ejvictor.com.
Chaise fabric ("Casse Ottoman"/Ebony #26915-007, Avalon Collection); cord trim ("Giverny"/Black, Cream #C14-128): Scalamandré, 800/932-4361, scalamandre.com.
Floor lamp behind chair ("Clear Crystal Cubist Floor Lamp" #759): Lamp Works, 847/367-2500, lampworks.com.
Mirror-topped table beside chaise (custom, Louis XVI-style); urns on table (white deco lidded apothecary urns): Jack Fhillips Design, 561/659-4459, jfhillipsdesign.com.
Figure on table ("Extraterrestrial"); art beside chaise (by Robert Rauschenberg): designer's collection.
White zebra pillow on chaise: Eastern Accents, Eastern Accents, 800/397-4556, easternaccents.com.
Draperies ("Zebra"/Black #16366-001); trim ("Powers Court"/Ebony & Ivory #30212M-024); tassel trim ("Library Fringe"/White #FX1200-006): Scalamandré, 800/932-4361, scalamandre.com.
Daughter's Bedroom by Jack Fhillips
Jack Fhillips admits the red, black, and white scheme is not his expected look. "It was a challenge, but I'm pleased with the results," he says.
Hide rug ("Zebra"): Out of Africa, 800/296-6069.
Wallpaper ("Basket Weave"/White #G1191-001): Scalamandré, 800/932-4361, scalamandre.com.
Paint ("Zorro" #C482): C2 Paint, 716/853-5776, c2paint.com.
Hanging light fixture ("Portfolio Mini Crystal Chandelier"): Lowes, lowes.com.
Vanity (custom, antique "French Poudresse Vanity Table" with mirror); lamps (vintage); hand mirrors (antique); chair at vanity (vintage Louis XVI accent side chair); console (antique Regency): Jack Fhillips Design, 561/659-4459, jfhillipsdesign.com.
Chair front fabric ("Powers Court"/Ebony and Ivory #30212M-024); chair back fabric ("Upcountry"/Black #36287-015): Scalamandré, 800/932-4361, scalamandre.com.
Roses on console (red rose bud in glass cube): NDI, 800/522-2627, ndi.com.
Drapery ("Zebras"/Masai Red #16496M-001); trim ("Powers Court"/Ebony and Ivory #30212M-024); tassel trim ("Library Fringe"/White #FX1200-006): Scalamandré, 800/932-4361, scalamandre.com.
Art on back wall: Vintage Print Gallery, 201/501-0505, vintageprintgallery.com.
Master Sitting Room by Lisa Kahn
The spacious master suite at Adamsleigh includes a sitting room flanked by his-and-her bedrooms and dressing rooms. For the sitting room, Lisa Kahn fashioned a space that is "cozy, well-appointed, and elegant," she says. Kahn introduced a misty-blue and gold palette at the walls, then continued it on ultra-chic loveseats and their banded pillows. A sunburst mirror and quatrefoil-base floor lamps from Chelsea House bring a spark of glam to the fireside.
Interior design: Lisa Kahn, Kahn Design Group, 1025 First Ave. S., Naples, FL 34102; 239/261-2414, kahndesigngroup.com.
Wallpaper above chair rail ("Wisteria"/Gold on Celadon #AT10005, Glamour Collection by Anna French); wallpaper below chair rail ("Shimmer"/Old Gold #AT10060, Glamour Collection by Anna French): Thibaut, 800/223-0704, thibautdesign.com.
Trim paint ("Flash" #C400): C2 Paint, 716/853-5776, c2paint.com.
Loveseats ("Carter Loveseat"/Walnut #1484); fabric ("Rex Seamist"); pillow fabric ("Vaughn Caramel"): CR Laine, 828/328-1831, crlaine.com.
Coffee table ("Kendall Coffee Table" #380066); sofa side tables ("Pacific Coast Side Table" #380018): Chelsea House, 252/446-3266, chelseahouseinc.com.
Orchids on coffee table (Phalaenopsis in blue-and-white bowl): NDI, 800/522-2627, ndi.com.
Area rug (custom): New River Artisans, 336/359-2216, newriverartisans.com.
Fireplace screen ("Verlaine"): Niermann Weeks, 212/319-7979, niermannweeks.com.
Mirror over mantel ("Savannah" #380973); crystal obelisks ("Architectural Obelisk" #381650); floor lamps ("Club Floor Lamp"#68440): Chelsea House, 252/446-3266, chelseahouseinc.com.
Her Bedroom by Robert Brown
Robert Brown, who created the "her" portion of the bedroom equation, allowed boldly graphic pattern to dictate. "The house is so grand and has so much history, I felt it demanded a bold look," he explains. The charcoal-and-white fabric dresses the bed, windows, and club chairs. The end result: a romantic room and dressing area that masters the mix of classic and modern.
Interior design: Robert Brown, Robert Brown Interior Design, 349 Peachtree Hills Ave. N.W., Suite A5B, Atlanta, GA 30305; 404/917-1333, robertbrownid.com.
Wall paint (custom): C2 Paint, 716/853-5776, c2paint.com.
Bed ("Heaton Queen Bed," Robert Brown for MacRae): Lee Jofa, 800/453-3563, leejofa.com.
Queen sheets ("Palmer" with black piping); blanket (cashmere): Ralph Lauren, 800/475-7674, ralphlauren.com.
Duvet, pillow shams ("New Vase Linen"/Charcoal #34639-5): Clarence House Ltd., 800/221-4704, clarencehouse.com.
Wooden armchairs ("Chandler Arm Chair" #330, Robert Brown for MacRae): Lee Jofa, 800/453-3563, leejofa.com.
Chair fabric ("Kensington Linen"/Linen #34464-5): Clarence House Ltd., 800/221-4704, clarencehouse.com.
Bedside chest, left of bed ("Serpentine chest): The Stalls—Bennett Street Antique Market, 404/352-4430, thestalls.com.
Lamps on bedside tables (vintage): Parc Monceau, 404/467-8107, parcmonceau.com.
Lampshades: Edgar-Reeves, 404/237-1137, edgar-reeves.com.
Area rug (serged sisal): Underfoot Design Inc., 770/220-2720, underfootdesign.net.
Art behind "Chandler Arm Chair" by window (Focus, by Barbara Brenner, Encaustic on Panel, 2012): Bill Lowe Gallery, 404/352-8114, lowegallery.com.
Black desk/table: Parc Monceau, 404/467-8107, parcmonceau.com.
Desk chair ("Decker Dining Arm Chair" #DC7828-A, by Edward Ferrell): Edward Ferrell-Lewis Mittman, 336/841-3028, ef-lm.com.
Chair fabric ("Kensington Linen"/Linen #34464-5): Clarence House Ltd., 800/221-4704, clarencehouse.com.
Floor lamp by desk ("Twisted Column Floor Lamp" #PH023): Baker, 800/592-2537, bakerfurniture.com.
Abstract art behind desk (Non-Competitor, by Jason Craighead, mixed media on paper, 2011): Jason Craighead, jasoncraighead.com. Through Thomas Deans Fine Art, 404/814-1811.
Framed stripes (Thin Air, by Marietta Hoferer, tape and pencil on paper): Sandler Hudson Gallery, 404/817-3300, sandlerhudson.com.
Slipper chair ("Baldwin Slipper Chair" #CH615, by Edward Ferrell): Edward Ferrell-Lewis Mittman, 336/841-3028, ef-lm.com.
Fabric on slipper chair and draperies ("New Vase Linen"/Charcoal #34639-5): Clarence House Ltd., 800/221-4704, clarencehouse.com.
His Bedroom by Warren Kessler
In designing "his" bedroom, Warren Kessler aspired to a well-edited man's room that suggests an impeccably tailored tweed jacket. "I thought of the room as an expression of menswear fabrics—think pinstripe suits, crisp dress shirts, and elegant silk ties," says Kessler, who has a background in apparel design.
Interior design: Warren Kessler, Thomas & Warren Interiors, 844 Horton Road, Durham, NC 27704; 919/452-9237.
Wall paint ("Ostrich" #C442P); trim and ceiling paint ("Reflection" #C414W): C2 Paint, 716/853-5776, c2paint.com.
Headboard/screen (custom): Thomas & Warren Interiors, 919/452-9237.
Headboard and screen fabric: Duralee, 800/275-3872, duralee.com.
Euro shams ("Italian Hotel Satin Stitch"): Restoration Hardware, 800/910-9836, restorationhardware.com.
Accent pillows (#21003-140 in Winter); cording (#7284-130 in Antique White): Duralee, 800/275-3872, duralee.com.
Lumbar pillows (custom): Duralee, 800/275-3872, duralee.com.
Bedside table ("Small Chest/Night Table"#M-FML-260-YEL): French Heritage, 800/245-0899, frenchheritage.com.
Lamp on bedside table: Summerhouse, 336/275-9655.
Lacquered chest ("Empire Style Lacquered Chest" #DB414 D/C, discontinued): French Heritage, 800/245-0899, frenchheritage.com.
Lamp on lacquered chest ("Artemis Crystal Lamp"): Robert Abbey, 828/322-3480, robertabbey.com. Available from Lamps Plus, 800/782-1967, lampsplus.com
Drapery, main fabric (#21003-140 in Winter); trim (#32171-185 in Ginger); valance (#32405-143 in Crème): Duralee, 800/275-3872, duralee.com.
Upholstered chair (discontinued): Lexington Home Brands, 336/474-5300, lexington.com.
Ottoman: custom.
Ottoman fabric (#71005-160 in Mushroom): Duralee, 800/275-3872, duralee.com.
Area rug ("Divine" in color Ashwood Silver Grey #350, Adore Collection): Capel Rugs, 800/382-6574, capelrugs.com.
Dressing Room by Lisa Mende & Traci Zeller
Like Kessler's bedroom, Traci Zeller and Lisa Mende's dressing room is defined by tailored classics. "The custom architectural toile, based on the original elevations of Adamsleigh, honors the home's history and the passion of its creators," explains Zeller. Edged in green grosgrain and nailhead trim, the one-of-a-kind wall covering steals the spotlight.
Interior design: Traci Zeller and Lisa Mende, Traci Zeller Designs, 234 Towill Place, Charlotte, NC 28211; 980/272-0234, tracizellerdesign.com.
Wallpaper (custom architectural toile): Sarah & Ruby Design Studio, 415/840-7004, sarahrubydesign.com.
Ceiling wallpaper ("Henley Plaid"/Charcoal #T1025, from Menswear Resource Collection): Thibaut, 800/223-0704, thibautdesign.com.
Chandelier ("1931 CJ Weinstein Art Deco Starburst Chandelier"): Modernaire, 510/649-3500, modernaire.net.
Chair ("Aledo"/Pepper #1665); fabric ("Kip Charcoal" #1664); black nickel nailhead trim: CR Laine, 828/328-1831, crlaine.com.
Floor lamp by chair ("Edwin Pedestal Floor Lamp" #LRL15975BLK-L, Lauren by Ralph Lauren): Circa Lighting, 877/762-2323, circalighting.com.
Roman-shade fabric, pillow fabric (custom): Trellis Studio, 347/974-2323, trellisstudio.com.
Art beside chair (Crescendo Lapis, by Kate Long Stevenson): Hidell-Brooks Gallery, 704/334-7302, hidellbrooks.com.
Table by window ("Chairside Table" #SF5157): Century Furniture, 800/852-5552, centuryfurniture.com.
Wall paint ("Stout" #C481, customized): C2 Paint, 716/853-5776, c2paint.com.
Sink ("Park Rounded Metal Console Sink): Restoration Hardware, 800/910-9836, restorationhardware.com.
Dressing Room by Lisa Mende & Traci Zeller
Against one wall of the graphically appointed dressing room, a faux malachite chest adds storage and color.
Chest ("Consul Chest" #599-203): Century Furniture, 800/852-5552, centuryfurniture.com.
Table lamps ("Sophie"): Christopher Spitzmiller, 212/563-4144, christopherspitzmiller.com.
Art behind chest (Seminole, by Sally King Benedict): Hidell-Brooks Gallery, 704/334-7302, hidellbrooks.com.
Guest Room by Megan Winters
Megan Winters designed the guest room at the top of the stairs. "It needed to be happy, have high energy, high style, and be timeless but current," says Winters. The white ceiling and walls begged for black-and-gold embellishments: double-striped wallpaper on the ceiling, on the starburst-style mirrored artwork flanking the bed canopy, and on the graphic throw pillows. Providing a sound foundation is the poster bed in ebony with gilt accents and matching nightstands from Thomas & Gray. The striking chandelier is from the designer's own collection.
Interior design: Megan Winters, Megan Winters Atelier & Maison, 675 Forest Ave., Lake Forest, IL 60045; 847/295-1675, meganwinters.com.
Bed ("Rendition Cloister Poster Bed"): Thomas & Gray, 336/882-1343, thomasandgray.com.
Headboard fabric; fabric on cream bed pillows ("Gilded Age"/Opalescent #LFY64315F, linen): Ralph Lauren Home, 888/475-7674, ralphlaurenhome.com.
Drapery, bed-drapery, and sham fabric ("Baratti" #F1652-01, Valadier Collection, by Designers Guild); black drapery lining ("Patina"/Onyx #F1506-06, by Designers Guild): Osborne & Little, 212/751-3333, designersguild.com.
Bed linens (Hotel Collection); bench at end of bed; bench fabric (Mongolian lamb): Megan Winters Maison, 847/295-1675, meganwinters.com.
Art behind bed (Untitled #1, by Allison Cosmos): The Art & Design of Allison Cosmos, 949/371-3957, allisoncosmos.com.
Wall and ceiling paint ("Sheer" #C432): C2 Paint, 716/853-5776, c2paint.com.
Ceiling wallpaper, black (#LWP60758W): Ralph Lauren Home, 888/475-7674, ralphlaurenhome.com.
Bedside chests ("Boutique Nightstands"): Thomas & Gray, 336/882-1343, thomasandgray.com.
Chandelier; table lamps; mirrors behind chests (Megan Winters Collection): Megan Winters Maison, 847/295-1675, meganwinters.com.
Flowers: Randy McManus Designs, 336/691-0051.
Lounge chairs: Megan Winters Maison, 847/295-1675, meganwinters.com.
Lounge-chair fabric, main fabric ("Brera"/Chalk #F562-47, by Designers Guild): Osborne & Little, 212/751-3333, osborneandlittle.com.
Lounge-chair fabric, stripe ("Opalescent" #LYF64315F): Ralph Lauren Home, 888/475-7674, ralphlaurenhome.com.
Guest Room by Debby Gomulka
Debby Gomulka's guest room is the epitome of graceful and gorgeous. "The underlying 'past-perfect' composition unifies the modern textiles with the period furniture pieces," explains Gomulka. The ceiling's French rococo stenciled design grabs guests' eyes upon entering, while a floral fabric beautifies the window. The bed, dresser, chaise, and gold-leaf end table are from French Heritage.
Interior design: Debby Gomulka, Debby Gomulka Designs, LLC, 412 Nun St., Wilmington, NC 28401; 910/352-7339.
Wall paint ("Sandcastle" #C366): C2 Paint, 716/853-5776, c2paint.com.
Chair ("Litchfield Chair" #9265); plaid fabric ("Bonnie Raspberry"); plain fabric ("Palermo Persimmon"): CR Laine, 828/328-1831, crlaine.com.
Round ottoman ("Garrity" #76); fabric ("Kip Chocolate"): CR Laine, 828/328-1831, crlaine.com.
Bed ("Lilles Wood Panel Queen Size Bed" #M-1110-603-ANT): French Heritage, 800/245-0899, frenchheritage.com.
Chevron-patterned bed linens and cover ("Chevron"/Poppy): Anali, 425/558-4316, anali.com.
Pillow shams, back ("Palermo Persimmon"); blue plaid pillow shams ("Hillside Waterfall"): CR Laine, 828/328-1831, crlaine.com.
Pair of small rectangular pillows ("Palermo Persimmon" and "Bonnie Raspberry"); round bolster pillow ("Kip Chocolate Velvet"): CR Laine, 828/328-1831, crlaine.com.
Art over bed (Scenic Overlook Near Chunky Gal, from Murphy to Manteo Collection, by J. Chris Wilson): J. Chris Wilson, jchriswilson.com. Through North Carolina Museum of Natural Science Nature Gallery, 919/707-9854, naturalsciences.org.
Bedside table ("Jolie End Table" #M-1343-202-GOLD): French Heritage, 800/245-0899, frenchheritage.com.
Table lamp ("Agatha" #6059): Currey & Co., 877/768-6428, curreycodealers.com.
Flowers on end table (hydrangea in glass cylinder): NDI, 800/522-2627, ndi.com.
Dresser ("Lilles Ten Drawer Dresser" #M-1103-603-VOU); mirror over dresser ("Lovebird," unavailable): French Heritage, 800/245-0899, frenchheritage.com.
Carpet ("Coralina"/Seaside Blue #3584): Stanton, 706/624-9385, stantoncarpet.com. Through Carpet One by Henry, 336/831-0530.
Drapery ("Splendor"/Fiesta); drapery trim ("Clay Brush Fringe"): Sunbrella, 336/221-2211, sunbrella.com.
Maid's Sitting Room by Leslie May
Designer Leslie May transformed the maid's room into a "girls only" retreat, complete with candy jars and plenty of pink accessories. "Not many families have a need for a maid's quarters now," she says. "I wanted a space that fits how we live in our homes today." Brown-and-white patterned pillows complement the lacquered walls. A white tufted sofa with sculpted arms and box-pleated skirt encourages guests to kick back and relax. "It's a lounge area for the teenage daughter to gab with girlfriends and finish up her homework," May says.
Interior design: Leslie May, Leslie May Designs, 4 Winslow Pl., Chapel Hill, NC 27517; 919/225-3430, lesliemaydesigns.com.
Wall paint (custom, by Hollandlac Brilliant): Fine Paints of Europe, 800/332-1556, finepaintsofeurope.com.
Fabric on window shades and pillows ("Aga Reverse"/Camel II on Tint #6345-08, by China Seas): Quadrille Fabrics, 212/753-2995, quadrillefabrics.com.
Sofa ("Family Room Sofa"); chair ("Sculpted Tub Chair"): Leslie May Designs, 919/225-3430, lesliemaydesigns.com.
Sofa and chair fabric ("Grainsack"/Blanc #30394.101): Kravet, 888/457-2838, kravet.com.
Side tables ("Edgartown Side Table with Shelf"): Oomph, 203/216-9848, oomphonline.com.
Lamps ("Pagoda Lamp"): Mr. Brown, 336/886-2400, mrbrownhome.com.
Coffee table ("Felix"): Julian Chichester, 336/886-2454, julianchichester.com.
Daughter's Room by Kara Cox
Kara Cox, designer of the second daughter's bedroom, "wanted to create a space that feels current and glamorous for a girl today." She highlighted the unusual original fluted-plaster walls with a chalky white paint and lacquered the ceiling in a soft pink. Shape defines the lambswool-upholstered headboard and its peach-and-citron canopy, which sports wide woven stripes. The vanity chair wears perky peach upholstery. A hammered gold-leaf bench accessorizes the foot of the bed. The modern geometric carpet underscores the room's fresh attitude.
Interior design: Kara Cox, Kara Cox Interiors, 2108 Carlisle Road, Greensboro, NC 27408; 336/465-1448, karacoxinteriors.com.
Bed; canopy: custom.
Headboard fabric ("Opulence"/Lambswool #3467/01): Jim Thompson Fabrics, 800/262-0336, jimthompsonfabrics.com.
Bed coverlet ("Pearl"/Ivory); duvet and shams ("Bel Tempo"): Matouk, matouk.com.
Bed canopy fabric ("Flags"/Pear Chiffon #3299/01); rectangular bed pillow ("Patchouli"/Citrus #2097/04): Jim Thompson Fabrics, 800/262-0336, jimthompsonfabrics.com.
Wall and trim paint ("Creamy" #SW7012): Sherwin-Williams, 800/474-3794, sherwin-williams.com.
Bedside chests (custom): Sprouse Custom Furniture, 843/513-3042, sprousecustomfurniture.com.
Table lamps ("Pauline Lamps"): Michael J. Clement, 514/219-0001, michaeljclement.com.
Bench ("Augusta Gold Bench"): Worlds Away, 901/529-0844, worlds-away.com.
Bench fabric ("Metallic Screen Large"/Antique Gold #3481/01): Jim Thompson Fabrics, 800/262-0336, jimthompsonfabrics.com.
Carpet ("Revere"/Champagne): Stanton, 706/624-9385, stantoncarpet.com. Through Carpet One by Henry, 336/831-0530.
Window shades ("Agra"/Cream #2049/05): Jim Thompson Fabrics, 800/262-0336, jimthompsonfabrics.com.
Vanity chair at left ("Laurent Dining Chair" #1650-01, by Suzanne Kasler): Hickory Chair, 800/349-4579, hickorychair.com.
Chair fabric ("Starburst"/Peach #3247/06): Jim Thompson Fabrics, 800/262-0336, jimthompsonfabrics.com.
Gentlemen's Retreat by Cindy Smith & Patrick Lewis
Designers Cindy Smith and Patrick Lewis designed the lower-level gentlemen's retreat by referencing its unique past. Originally the room was a gathering place for men after a day of hunting, and Smith and Lewis drew inspiration from the era. They selected dark colors that gave the room a sense of depth and seclusion. "It would have been an impossible task to lighten the windowless room, so we chose to embrace the dark vibe," Smith says. Casual upholstered pieces from Lee Industries and European antiques are combined with industrial elements and massive tonal photographs to achieve a masculine space ideal for playing cards, drinking, and casual dining. Both designers agree: "The gentlemen's retreat is a refined and rustic room with an alluring sense of mystery and intrigue."
Interior design: Cindy Smith and Patrick Lewis, Circa Interiors, 2321 Crescent Ave., Charlotte, NC 28207; 704/332-1668, circainteriors.com.
Banquette (#C1747-56); banquette fabric ("Patton"/Flax); leather stool ("Leather Drum Ottoman" #L9203-00); leather ("Serengeti"/Natural): Lee Industries, 800/892-7150, leeindustries.com.
Table (antique refectory table #CRS0612101); wooden armchair at mantel (antique tapestry chair #CRS10954): Circa Interiors, 704/332-1668, circainteriors.com.
Chair fabric: antique.
Paintings on mantel (by John White); table to right of mantel (antique painted demilune #CRS0909114): Circa Interiors, 704/332-1668, circainteriors.com.
Black urn on table (antique Shanxi urn): Clubcu, 888/992-5822, clubcu.com.
Fabric on wall hanging behind table ("A Plush"/Honey Pot #1450-09-02A): Gretchen Bellinger, 518/445-2400, gretchenbellinger.com.
Band on wall hanging ("Patton"/Khaki): Lee Industries, 800/892-7150, leeindustries.com.
Wall sconces: existing.
Wall paint ("Down Pipe" #26): Farrow & Ball, 888/511-1121, farrow-ball.com.
Area rug (Sivas #045290): Eliko Rugs, 212/725-1600, elikorugs.com.
Sofa (#3423-03); sofa fabric ("Wesley"/Silver): Lee Industries, 800/892-7150, leeindustries.com.
Throw on sofa ("Bristol Throw"/Chocolate): Sferra, sferra.com.
Photo behind sofa (by Patrick Lewis): Circa Interiors, 704/332-1668, circainteriors.com.
Table in front of sofa (antique cocktail table #CRS0612021): Circa Interiors, 704/332-1668, circainteriors.com.
Tablecloth on round table ("Franklin"/Graphite); chairs around table ("Slipcovered Low Back Campaign Chair" #C5203-01C); chair fabric ("Patton"/Flax); trim ("Aspen"/Leaf); pillows on chair ("Sonoma"/Zinc): Lee Industries, 800/892-7150, leeindustries.com.
Pool Cabana by Jason Oliver Nixon & Randy McManus
Back outdoors and on the opposite end of the design spectrum, Jason Oliver Nixon amped up the pool cabana with delicious accessories like colorful throw pillows, a lime green tray, and an outdoor patterned rug in look-at-me hues. "The classic Lane Venture furniture served as the perfect foundation pieces for the pavilion," says Nixon. The all-weather wicker chairs and over-scaled ottoman offer comfortable poolside seating. Hanging lanterns inject whimsy and keep this corner of Adamsleigh celebration-ready.
Interior design: John Loecke and Jason Oliver Nixon, Madcap Cottage, 17 Chester Court, Brooklyn,NY 11225; 917/513-9143 and 917/318-0006, madcapcottage.com.
Chairs ("Natchez Cuddle Chair" #318-51); ottoman ("Natchez Cuddle Ottoman" #318-50); chair and ottoman cushions ("Vesper"/Meadow #4454-004, by Sunbrella); contrast toss pillow ("Rumor"/Vanilla #4430-001, by Outdura); round end table ("Natchez End Table" #9318-62): Lane Venture, laneventure.com.
Pink-and-orange striped pillow ("Taj Mahal Twilight"); elephant pillow ("Jet, Set, Go!"); green striped pillow ("A Languid Evening on Lake Pichola"): Madcap Cottage, 917/513-9143, madcapcottage.com.
Floor mat (red-and-yellow Antigua paisley); tray (Pandan tray); paper lanterns ("Manu" 16-inch): World Market, worldmarket.com.
Special Thanks
We'd like to extend our gratitude to the Junior League of Greensboro and the generous sponsors who made the showhouse at Adamsleigh possible:
Baker Furniture
Carpet One by Henry
Century Furniture
Circa Lighting
Eastern Accents
Hickory Chair
High Point Market Authority
Lane Venture
Lee Industries
Stanton Carpet
Summer Classics
Interior design: Jack Fhillips, JackFhillips Design Inc., 2611 Mercer Ave., West Palm Beach, FL 33401-7415; 561/659-4459, jfhillipsdesign.com.
Wall paint ("Cricket White" #C413); ceiling and trim paint ("Sheer" #C432): C2 Paint, 716/853-5776, c2paint.com.
Console (Rococo): Hutter Auction Galleries, 212/247-4791, hutterauctions.com.
Framed art on console (Picasso sketch); art over console (Ruins, by Conte): designer's collection.
Urn (terra-cotta): Jack Fhillips Design Inc., 561/659-4459, jfhillipsdesign.com.
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2009 Holiday Gift Guide: Kodak Zi8
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Cameras, Handhelds, HDTV, Women, Men, Techies, Under $250,
We love how inexpensive it's gotten for people to attain the ability to record high definition video, and we think this category is set to explode this holiday season. Based on this, and you know how much we love video, we've got to recommend the Kodak Zi8 handheld camera. Why? Well, the Kodak Zi8 records full 1080p HD video at 30 fps, and can also take 5 megapixel still images. It incorporates image stabilization as well, which helps avoid that whole Blair Witch shaky cam effect that none of us enjoy, and in a rare move, it even has a microphone jack so you can connect a nice, high quality audio device, if you so choose.
It's definitely a great value for such a small device that packs a nice punch. The Kodak Zi8 typically sells for $179, but you can find it on Amazon for a little less than that.
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Flip Mino: It isn't HD, but it's about $60 cheaper than the Kodak Zi8.
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2009 Holiday Gift Guide: HP DreamScreen 100
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Displays, Smart Home, Wireless / WiFi, Family, Women, Men, Techies, Under $250,
Ever since the HP DreamScreen arrived on the scene, generic digital photo frames have seemed so passe. I mean, the DreamScreen is a digital photo frame on crack, essentially. It's available in 10- and 13-inch sizes, and aside from simply displaying your digital photos, it can stream Pandora (or up to 10,000 Internet radio stations,) set alarms, display your calendar, show you a five-day weather forecast, and even give you a look at your Facebook account so you can see what's up with your peeps. Plus, it incorporates touch into the bezel, and we like touch.
The HP DreamScreen typicalls sells for $250, but Amazon currently has it for $205, a full 18% off.
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Holiday Gift Guide 2008: VUDU $99 for a limited time ($200 off!)
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Features, HDTV, Home Entertainment, Movies, Men, Techies, Under $100,
If you, or someone you love, is a big movie buff with an HDTV, we have to recommend the VUDU Christmas Special that is going on right now. The VUDU set-top box normally sells for $299, but for a limited time it can be had for just $99. Now, you also have to buy $50 in movie credits, so the total cost would be $149, but that $50 is would go towards rentals and purchases of VUDU content, including their fantastic HDX 1080p movies. Rentals cost from $1-4 dollars, and purchases are obviously higher.
We recently reported on a lot of the Internet content that has also just made its way to the VUDU service, so all in all, we think this would make a nice gift - either for someone else, or for yourself. Our only complaint with VUDU remains that their speeds are limited, which provides a very, very poor experience if you want to rent HDX content. No matter how fast your Internet connection is, VUDU caps downloads at 4.0 Mbps. That means that my super fast 50.0 Mbps FiOS connection means absolutely nothing, and I still have to wait hours before I can watch an HDX flick. If they got rid of that, it would unleash HDX, their flagship offering. A personal niggle for sure, though. If you don't care, pick one up!
If you miss the sale, you can typically find some nice VUDU deals on Amazon.
Read More | VUDU Store
Gallery: Holiday Gift Guide 2008: VUDU $99 for a limited time ($200 off!)
2008 Holiday Gift Guide: Palm Centro
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Smartphones, Features, Handhelds, Hot Deals, Women, Men, Teens, Under $50,
Don't wanna splurge on something like an iPhone or BlackBerry? After checking out the Palm Centro, we think this might be the device to pick up for that loved one. You can get one for as low as $49.99 on AT&T, and it's a great introductory smartphone - a huge step-up from your typical flip camera or music phone. It supports instant messaging, web browsing, has a full QWERTY keyboard, 320x320 touchscreen, media player, 1.3-megapixel camera, 64MB internal storage, and Bluetooth. Seriously, that isn't bad for a $50 smartphone. Oh, even better? Pick it up on Amazon, and it's free with contract.
Read More | Palm Centro on Amazon
Gallery: 2008 Holiday Gift Guide: Palm Centro
2008 Holiday gift Guide: Samsung SC-MX20
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Cameras, Features, Portable Audio / Video, Family, Men, Under $250,
If you want an inexpensive camcorder that gives you a bit more quality than what you'd find with a Kodak ZI6 or Flip Video camera, we think the Samsung SC-MX20 would be up your alley. This camera offers some nice features that the other low-end cams just don't have, like image stabilization, face detection, and a 24x optical zoom. It accepts SD and MMC cards up to 32GB, and has an internal battery life of 3 hours. The Samsung SC-MX20 retails for $250, but we found it on Amazon for 15% off at $212.
Oh, and for those of you who just have to have the high definition version, the Samsung SC-MX20C can be had for 30% off on Amazon, for $592.60.
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Gallery: 2008 Holiday gift Guide: Samsung SC-MX20
2008 Holiday Gift Guide: Lost seasons 1-3 DVD sale alert
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Features, Home Entertainment, Hot Deals, Movies, Family, Women, Men, Under $100,
We typically reserve the Holiday Gift Guide for items that you should be able to get your hands on throughout the shopping season, but we felt that this Lost Season 1-3 DVD deal on Amazon was way too good to pass up. For today only, you can get the first three seasons of Lost on DVD for just $58.99. That is a savings of 67%, or $120.98 off the regular price of $179.97. That is ridiculous. Ridiculously delicious, that is. If you Lost as much as we do, you'll know that this is a true bargain.
Read More | Lost Season 1-3 Amazon Sale
Gallery: 2008 Holiday Gift Guide: Lost seasons 1-3 DVD sale alert
2008 Holiday Gift Guide: Wicked Lasers SONAR II Burner
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Features, Misc. Tech, Science, Men, Techies,
So we've been trying to stay fairly frugal in our 2008 Gift Guide, but we've gotten a bunch of email from people asking where all the high-priced items have gone. We figured today we'd answer that with the Wicked Lasers SONAR II Burner laser. We've been playing around with one for a few days, and we can definitely say that it exhibits a cool factor (and geek cred!) Why? For starters, it's a fricken laser. Secondly, the specific laser diode that's in this one is the same as you'd find in a Blu-ray player. Yeah, a Blu-ray laser, in the palm of your hand. Sick, right? You've got a 405nm violet beam at your fingertips. Of course, all that power comes at a price, and if you wanna get in on the action, the Sonar II Burner will cost you $1,999.99. See? We weren't kidding.
Read More | Wicked Lasers Sonar II Burner
Gallery: 2008 Holiday Gift Guide: Wicked Lasers SONAR II Burner
2008 Holiday Gift Guide: Kodak ZI6 Pocket Video Camera
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Cameras, HDTV, Movies, Portable Audio / Video, Women, Men, Under $250,
If you wanna pick up a YouTube-ready video camera for Mom, we are hard pressed to find something as good as the Kodak ZI6, for the price. This little camera shoots in 720p high-definition at 60 frames per second, and can also take regular old still images as well. Other cameras, like the Flip Mino can't do that. It supports SD cards in sizes up to 32GB, which basically means you'll be able to shoot video until your (rechargeable) battery dies, as opposed to worrying about how much space you have left. You can pick them up from Kodak for $153, they're available in pink, as well as black. Get it quick though, because they are on sale now. After 12/15, they go back up to their normal price of $179.
Read More | Kodak ZI6 product page
Gallery: 2008 Holiday Gift Guide: Kodak ZI6 Pocket Video Camera
2008 Holiday Gift Guide: Monster Beats by Dr. Dre studio headphones
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Accessories, Smartphones, Music, Portable Audio / Video, Men, Techies, Teens, Under $500,
We've been big fans of the Beats by Dr. Dre Studio headphones since we first got our hands on them. They've got a nice style, with a hip-hop vibe, and a fantastic noise-canceling feature. The earcups are surprisingly comfortable, and fold away on the inner side of the glossy black headband, which can then be stored in the included case. The Beats by Dr. Dre studio headphones do requier two AAA batteries for the noise cancellation feature, and you'll get about 50 hours of listening time on a pair of those. They also include two audio cables, both of which even fit into the original iPhone headset jack, and one of which also includes a mic, so you can take calls. The Monster Beats by Dr. Dre stereo headphones can be found on Amazon for $349.
Read More | Monster Beats by Dr. Dre Studio headphones
Gallery: 2008 Holiday Gift Guide: Monster Beats by Dr. Dre studio headphones
2008 Holiday Gift Guide: Roku Netflix Player
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Features, HDTV, Home Entertainment, Family, Women, Men, Techies, Under $100,
Sure, Netflix has come to the Xbox 360, but if you want streaming access to the Netflix service and don't own a game console, this is your cheapest barrier to entry. Definitely a great gift for movie buffs, the Roku Netflix player is able to stream over 12,000 movies and television shows from the Netflix Watch Instantly catalogue. The set-top box currently outputs at 480p (DVD quality), but we know that high definition streaming is on the way. The box is tiny, so it takes up barely any space, and setup takes just a couple of minutes - very simple. Of course, a Netflix subscription is required, but once you have that, everything else is a piece of cake.
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Gallery: 2008 Holiday Gift Guide: Roku Netflix Player
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You can purchase the locket alone or with 2 charms.
Enjoy your favorite essential oil scents with this beautiful essential oils diffuser necklace. This necklace is made from high quality stainless steel, non-toxic, hypoallergenic and does not tarnish. The pendant is 30mm and has a strong magnetic closure. It will not open easily. It works with reusable felt insert. You will receive 6 felt pads with each locket. The chain is a 24 inches long stainless steel link chain.
An essential oil diffuser locket is easy to use. Just open the locket and put 1-2 drops of your favorite essential oil on the felt pad and then close. Now you have a stylish way to enjoy your favorite oils or perfume all day long.
Diffuser locket comes decorated with 2 attached charms, one circle, one rectangle. You can also purchase this locket with the chain only, without the charms. Choose your charms from the list below, just let me know which in a buyers note, and I will make it custom for you.
Rectangle charms:
- Blessed
- Fearless
- Beautiful
- Believe
- Brave
- Dream
- Hope
- Trust
- Faith
- Love
- Grace
- Forever
Circle Charms
- When nothing goes right go left
- Mama bear (new)
- Best is yet to come
- Real not perfect
- God has you in his arms, I have you in my heart (new)
- Thy will be done
- Wild heart, Gipsy soul (new)
- It is well with my soul
- I will walk by faith
- Be the change you wish to see in the world
- Life is tough my darling, but so are you
- Do more of what makes you happy
- Not all who wonder are lost
- Be strong and courageous
- Positive mind, positive vibes, positive life
- Blessed
- Faith over fear
- Faith before fear
- When life gives you lemons put them in your sweet tea & thank God you're Southern
- Don't look back- you're not going that way
- I don't have an accent y'all do
- Hold on God knows what He's doing
- Sweet Southern mess
- Have faith
- Please bring him home safe
- Drink like a pirate dance like a mermaid
- She believed she could so she did
- Be still and know that I am God
- I AM enough (new)
- Today I choose joy (new)
- Teaching is a work of heart (great for a teacher)
- Follow your dreams (new)
- Be the reason someone smiles today ( new)
- The road to my heart is paved with pawprints (new)
- Stars can't shine without darkness(new)
- Remember you are stronger then you think (new)
- Just breath (new)
- dream create inspire (new)
- I love you to pieces (new puzzle shape)
- It takes a big heart to help shape little minds (new, great for a teacher)
- Cats because people suck
- Live Simply
- Never Give Up
- You create your own destiny
Package includes 1 stainless steel diffuser locket with charms and 6 felt pads in a gift pouch, oils not included.
For more felt pads fitting these lockets, go here: https://www.etsy.com/listing/515513561/felt-refills-pads-for-30mm-diffuser?ref=shop_home_active_42
For a bigger selection and more aromatherapy jewelry, including car diffusers, bracelets and necklaces, visit my website:
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Buyers are responsible for any customs and import taxes that may apply. I'm not responsible for delays due to customs.
Just contact me within: 7 days of delivery
Ship items back to me within: 14 days of delivery
But please contact me if you have any problems with your order.
Because of the nature of these items, unless they arrive damaged or defective, I can't accept returns for:
Buyers are responsible for return shipping costs. If the item is not returned in its original condition, the buyer is responsible for any loss in value.
Feb 9, 2019
Came today! So quick I LOVE IT and the pads are better than I've had before! Cant wait to give to my daughter for Valentine's Day I got one about 3 years ago and wear it almost daily I can smell the oils for days before reapplying And get tons of compliments! Get yours from this seller❤


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It has been a few weeks since the Apple's antennae-gate issues were last discussed, so we were due. A new rumor based on a somewhat unconfirmed report on a Mexican website is reporting that the iPhone 4 will no longer face the antennae problems as of September 30.
Marco Quatorze, Director of Value Added Services Telcel said that as of September 30 Telcel will be available in new devices that do not have the malfunction of the reception, and explained that the company will have several options to make changes from one phone to another.
Below is a translation courtesy of Google. It is somewhat imprecise in the wording, but the important part is in bold:
"If the previous plan is over, you will need to hire a new change for iPhone 4. If, for example, already has one and take three months for payment, change the cell with a re-employment and takes into account the previous time, so instead of paying 24 months, only done in 21."
Business Insider is also covering the story, but still, take the quote with a grain of salt. There could be more to his meaning, or the quote could be incorrect, but it does coincide with the end of the Apple plan to send out free bumpers to iPhone owners. When the bumper plan was announced, Steve Jobs gave an end date of September 30. It makes sense that since Apple first announced the bumper plan on July 16, the Apple designers would have had time to fix the issue. After all, despite Apple's initial stubborn refusal to acknowledge the issue, it is highly unlikely that Apple would knowingly choose not to correct an issue that has already been exposed, especially one that has a fix as simple as insulating the casing.
The real issue is how will current iPhone 4 users respond, and will Apple offer them any potential exchanges? It seems unlikely following the bumpers. Will iPhone 4 owners even care? What say you? Are you an iPhone 4 owner, and do you care that a slightly redesigned iPhone 4 is on the way?
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