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Quick and healthy lunch ideas

Sep 7, 2014 | scoop team

Back to school. This isn’t the most dreadful time of the year for students only.  It can be pretty stressful for parents as well between chauffeuring kids to and from sports practices, shopping for school supplies and clothes, and making sure that everyone is up to date with their physical exams. Please allow me to make […]


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10 after school snack ideas to beat the southern September heat

Sep 1, 2014 | scoop team

I always associate back-to-school time with falling leaves, lattes, crisp air, orchards, and cozy sweaters.  However, the reality is that it is still pretty hot out there, and it doesn’t look like I’ll be packing away my shorts any time soon. No one wants warm comfort food  as an after school (or work) snack at this […]


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The Best Patios in LKN

Aug 5, 2014 | scoop team

Hello! You’ve found an “old” post and some of the info may be outdated. For a more recent update, click below: Our Picks for the Best Patios in #LKN So you want to go out and have a little nibble, right? Let’s all just be honest, what you really want is a yummy beverage + an outdoor […]


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What's on SALE this week?

Jul 2, 2014 | scoop team

Fourth of July Sales Galore! Hope everyone has a safe & happy holiday! Lavendar Boutique Apricot Lane Boutique Chapter 2 Boutique Luna’s at the Lake Lipp Boutique Julie’s Boutique


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What's going on in stores this week…Accessory Edition!

Jul 2, 2014 | scoop team

Statement necklace. Arm Candy. Cocktail Ring. Colorful Earrings. Nothing’s better than a great accessory. Here are our picks from our fav stores! {click on pic to enlarge for detail} Monkee’s of Lake Norman Apricot Lane Boutique Lavendar Boutique  


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What To Do Where To Go Around the Lake — July 4th Edition.

Jul 2, 2014 | scoop team

Baby, you’re a firework! And we’ve got the Scoop on all the firework shows and July 4th festivities around the Lake… Take a screen shot of this post because you’re gonna want to check out all of them!   For your July 3 celebration, may we suggest… The 8th Annual Summer Celebration, at Lowe’s YMCA in […]


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Catwalk for a Cause 2014

May 28, 2014 | scoop team

Last week {May 14} Martin Truex Jr. & Sherry Pollex hosted the 4th Annual Catwalk for a Cause benefitting the Special Needs Fund at Levine Children’s Hospital. It was held at Merino’s home furnishings in Mooresville. If you weren’t there you missed out on seeing some hot summer fashions. However, the most special part is that […]


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5 things I learned from Katie Ridder at the Room To Bloom Symposium this year.

Apr 29, 2014 | Susu

1. She likes to upholster things, particularly box springs and headboards. Not a bedskirt or dust ruffle in sight.  But also lampshades, coffee tables and walls. 2.  Two of her favorite resources are Christie’s and Doyle’s Decorative sales — where she snaps up great buys on other people’s mistakes. Katie was refreshingly open about her […]


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Virgin Saints and Angels Trunk Show at Ashley Carol

Apr 25, 2014 | scoop team

Did you know that the ONLY local Virgin Saints & Angels seller is located at Ashley Carol Home & Garden in Cornelius? They will be having a trunk show on May 3rd from 10-4p…and the best part is all jewelry will be 20% off…(this stuff is like never on sale).  Stop by and browse extra […]


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Catwalk for a Cause is coming up fast.

Apr 21, 2014 | scoop team

Meow! Catwalk for a Cause hits the showroom of Merinos in downtown Mooresville May 14. We assure you: Do NOT miss this premier fashion show. Catwalk for a Cause raises funds for unmet financial needs of families with children being treated at Levine Children’s Hospital (LCH) in Charlotte, NC. The Catwalk will feature looks from Lavendar, Fresh […]


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What is Swell this week? Highpoint Furniture Market.

Apr 9, 2014 | scoop team

The interior designers at SWELL DECOR DESIGN are “scoop-ing” us some of their favorite House & Garden Tips & Finds from around Charlotte.  Angie & Merrin spend so much time out & about, looking for the perfect items for their clients’ homes ~ we asked them to snap a few pics and keep us in […]


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10 easy snacks that won't wreck your diet

Apr 2, 2014 | Susu

In the past, eating between meals was discouraged when a person is trying to drop a few pounds. However, snacking isn’t necessarily a bad thing at all. In fact, eating a couple of snacks during the day can prevent us from getting too hungry and overeating at meal time, and helps manage our metabolism & […]


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