Home and Garden

Home and Garden

Here’s What We Found for Fall in the Lake Norman Home & Decor Boutiques

Oct 5, 2016 | scoop team

Something about the crisp air makes me want to clean out my house and re-decorate. We’ve all heard of spring cleaning – how about fall re-doing? Or something like that. Luckily for me and you all, we have some great home decor stores at the Lake so you can spend your time shopping instead of sitting […]


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New Lighting and Lamps in the Charlotte Home Stores

Sep 27, 2016 | scoop team

Lighting is one of the most important aspects of interior design. It can change the mood of a room and even the perceived size of the room. There are a few things to think about when choosing your lighting: how much natural light there is in the room and room size, along with of course […]


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Instant House Cleaning with HUX.com plus $10 off.

Sep 19, 2016 | Susu

Thank you Uber. The convenience of web based service delivery is literally now cleaning house with HUX.com. Avoiding DUI’s and trying out new make-up samples are one thing, but being able to book a house cleaning in 90 seconds? Now you’re talking. Hux is an online marketplace where you can easily find and book a local house […]


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Celebrate life by the Catawba at the Masons Bend Community Grand Opening this month.

Sep 15, 2016 | scoop team

Join Masons Bend in celebrating life by the Catawba River at the Masons Bend community grand opening on Saturday, September 24th, from 11am-3pm. Experience the natural beauty of this Fort Mill community as you walk along natural trails to scenic views of the river. Climb the rock wall, enjoy delicious local foods, experience some of […]


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Decorate a Short Term Home with Long Term Style

Sep 10, 2016 | scoop team

Whether it’s your first apartment, your starter home, a summer vacation rental, or just one in a long line of stops on your way to your dream house, sometimes you know you won’t be living in your place for long. That doesn’t mean you can’t express your style or start to build the collection for […]


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Our September House of the Month is Family Ready in Sherwood Forest

Sep 10, 2016 | scoop team

Just listed two days ago and likely to go fast – Sherwood Forest is hot, hot, hot – our September house of the month is an adorable ranch with an open floor plan, unusually spacious bedrooms, a neutral kitchen and living spaces for every occasion in over 1960 sq. ft. at a $320,000 price point. You […]


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What’s new in the Home Stores this week + Labor Day Sales & Hours

Aug 31, 2016 | scoop team

We are loving the burst of color in the Charlotte home stores this week. And modern metals / gilded pieces will add a touch of glam to any room. Keep in mind that Labor Day weekend is coming up and many of the stores will be closed both Sunday and Monday.   The big sale […]


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How to DIY a Necklace Hanger

Aug 28, 2016 | scoop team

Here’s a stylist tip I like to share with clients: always keep your eyes open, because you never know when you’re going to find a gem. And while I get it that the “thrill of the hunt” is lost on some, for me it’s a total adrenaline rush. I absolutely love to find cute clothing […]


Art & Design

24 Hours in the life of Holly Hollingsworth Phillips

Aug 22, 2016 | scoop team

If you love bright colors, unexpected combinations and elegant touches, Holly Hollingsworth Phillips may be your spirit animal. She’s a second-generation interior designer (mom Nancy Hollingsworth specializes in English Country style), co-owner of The English Room with her super fab & followed instagram account, and writer of the popular blog Musings of Design Aficionado. Need inspiration for design, gifts, style […]


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Model Homes Open in Masons Bend — Live like you’re on vacation every day

Aug 16, 2016 | scoop team

Fort Mill is quickly becoming one of the hottest spots to live, work and play, and model homes are open (and already selling fast!) in the city’s new premier Community, Masons Bend. This one-of-a-kind Crescent community next to the Catawba River is all about living every day like you’re on vacation. Homes there will feature large front […]


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New Art in the Charlotte Home & Furniture Stores Right Now.

Aug 14, 2016 | scoop team

In case you didn’t realize it, most of our local interiors and home furnishings stores have wonderful, often very affordable art for sale. While we love visiting Charlotte’s art galleries and learning from the owners and staff, some folks prefer to shop for all their interior wants and needs under one roof. If you like […]


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What’s the Scoop on The Little Free Libraries?

Aug 10, 2016 | scoop team

Have you seen these tiny houses popping up around town? They may look like birdhouses, but instead of eggs, they’re full of books. They’re called Little Free Libraries and they’re the latest way The Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Foundation Friends Council and Neighborhood Matching Grants  are working to promote literacy, recycling and a general love of reading. How does it […]


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