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| Working in my garden on a recent autumn day, I sat down on a garden bench to rest and enjoy the warm afternoon sunshine. As soon as I became still, a hummingbird zipped past me and began working the red flowers of a blooming California fuchsia growing in... more... | |
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The moment I saw the pictures of this 5,000 sq. ft. Mediterranean-style, custom-built home, I couldn't wait to see it in person. I instantly imagined what it would be like to sit down to a traditional Thanksgiving dinner in such a warm, welcoming... |
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I have been lying on my back looking up through the orange tupelo at the blue sky, thinking about writing this article. My art teacher would approve: bold strokes of complementary colors — simple, pleasing color. |
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As is often the case, my husband, J.D., and I didn't know how good we had it in 1997. I had pretty much stopped working on our first home in the Bay Area. We were entertaining lots, enjoying all of our interior and exterior environments. |
| Suddenly it hits you: Your great room looks tired, the kitchen dull, your bedroom bland. It's time to bring these spaces back to life. Whether you're looking to transform the entire house at once, or freshen up one room at a time, you can achieve maximum... | |
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What on Earth does a sophisticated, contemporary home have in common with a pre-historic cave dwelling? |
| Wood cutting season will be extended from Monday, Nov. 1 to Sunday, Nov. 15, on the Sierraville, Truckee, and American River Ranger Districts of the Tahoe National Forest that surround western Nevada County. | |
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In time for Halloween, a use for old pantyhose! |
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Hundreds of vendors will be showcasing products and services for your home at this year's Home and Harvest Festival. FREE admission, children's play areas, wonderful local food & beverage choices, demonstrations & workshops, drawings and giveaways are... |
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One of my favorite native plants for landscaping is basket or deer grass, Muhlenbergia rigens. Growing freely by roadsides in our dry foothills, this graceful ornamental grass is a beautiful addition to the garden too. Mixed with California poppies (it's... |
| Our Home Improvement Guide for the Nevada County (California) Contractors' Association featuring Appliances, Architects, Building Materials, Cabinets, Countertops, Ceramic Tile, Concrete, Decks, Demolition, Design Services, Doors, Drafting Services,... | |
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A recent benefit concert on behalf of the Land Trust featured western swing kings Asleep at the Wheel — and it was held at Pilot Peak, one of Nevada County's most enchanting set tings, especially on a fragrant, musical summer evening. I was lucky... |
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Music in the Mountains will host its annual Designs for Living Home tour Saturday and Sunday, October 3 and 4. |
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As soon as I write about fall chill in the air, probably because I am so excited about my favorite season arriving, the summer heat returns. And with it, more tomatoes to can. |
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A rustic retreat above a Deer Creek swimming hole just outside Nevada City, Scott and Janet Swanton's home is the perfect place to fish, camp, visit or live. With its Sierra views and the sound of rushing water, its design includes an open floor plan... |
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