Monthly Archives: September 2010

Style Scoop: Outdoors in Autumn

Posted on September 30, 2010 by Katie

Autumn in St. Louis is filled with colorful fall foliage and cool, crisp evenings, making this the perfect time to embrace nature and enjoy your outdoor living spaces. There’s nothing more relaxing than sitting around an outdoor fireplace or firepit … Continue reading →

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Relish This: Remarkable Room (9.30)

Posted on September 29, 2010 by Katie

Cozy, chic and full of European flair, this week’s Remarkable Room – a large living space in the carriage house of a beautiful St. Albans estate – is reminiscent of a countryside inn. We love the stone fireplace and the … Continue reading →

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Around Town: Edwin Pepper Interiors Unveils New Century Furniture Gallery

Posted on September 28, 2010 by Katie

Edwin Pepper Interiors, located at 909 S. Brentwood Blvd., invites you to experience its new Century Furniture Gallery at a celebration on Thursday, September 30, at 6:30 p.m. Alex Shuford III, Vice President of Upholstery for Century Furniture, will be … Continue reading →

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Be Our Guest: Flower Bulb Questions Answered

Posted on September 27, 2010 by Katie

Master Gardener Judy Moskoff shares her thoughts on planting bulbs this autumn. Read more of Judy’s green-thumb wisdom on her blog, A Gardener’s Home, at agardenershome.blogspot.com. _______________________________________________________________________ One of my first memories of a garden was my grandmother’s daffodil bed. … Continue reading →

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Eco-Chic: A Gift Idea for the Green-Minded Gardener

Posted on September 26, 2010 by Katie

If the cool fall weather is making the gardener in your life feel a little blue, here’s a great “green” gift idea that will put a smile on his or her face. Bamboo Grow-Pots from Branch not only make gardening … Continue reading →

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Around Town: Weekend Guide

Posted on September 24, 2010 by Katie

Fill your weekend with this list of fun fall activities! Whether you prefer to dance the day away in Grand Center or sip spectacular wines in Forest Park, SLHL has you covered! September 25 4th Annual Dancing in the Street … Continue reading →

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Eco-Chic: Repurposing Timeworn Treasures

Posted on September 23, 2010 by Katie

Repurposing an old, forgotten item so that it becomes useful and stylish again is one of the greenest ways to decorate your home. There are plenty of ways to achieve this vintage-chic look, including scouring antique and resale shops (or … Continue reading →

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Style Scoop: Paint Your Home with “Simplified” Sophistication

Posted on September 22, 2010 by Katie

Repainting a room (or every room!) is one of the quickest and easiest ways to give your home a swift style makeover. If you’re looking to achieve an aesthetic of understated elegance, think rich yet muted tones that can work … Continue reading →

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Hurry! Our 2011 Kitchens of the Year Deadline is Approaching!

Posted on September 20, 2010 by Katie

October 1 is the deadline for SLHL’s 2011 Kitchens of the Year contest entries. If your kitchen sizzles with style, be sure to submit it soon! Winning kitchens will be featured in the January/February 2011 issue of St. Louis Homes … Continue reading →

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Relish This: Remarkable Room (9.16)

Posted on September 16, 2010 by Katie

This elegantly appointed master bedroom combines subtle earth tones with eye-catching geometric elements into its design, which has an upscale yet relaxed ambience. We love how hints of blue accentuate the space, while interesting fabrics, such as mohair and chenille, … Continue reading →

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