Curtains and Window Coverings in Children’s Literature
We’ve explored the “starring” role of window coverings in literature and cinema, but there's a certain magic to the stories we read as children. Windows and curtains play a special role in stories for kids, becoming everything from the punchline to a classic joke, to...
Murphy Beds: Many Uses in Your Home
Murphy beds, named after their creator, William Lawrence Murphy, have experienced a recent resurgence in popularity. Since their first patent in 1912, they have revolutionized sleep options through their unique pivot and counterbalanced designs that enable anyone to...
Planning Your Pantry: 5 Great Ideas for Organization
All of us have experienced the frustration of not being able to find a certain ingredient or item in our pantry that we just know is there. The irritation of spending several minutes searching — sometimes unsuccessfully — for what's needed, can derail a cook in the...
Top 5 Laundry Room Remedies
Top 5 Laundry Room Remedies Tired of dealing with piles of clothes in the laundry room? Washing and drying might be taxing, but the right organizational tools can help you sort out your laundry problems! Here are our top 5 tips and tricks for a more livable laundry...
The History of Plantation Shutters
The History of Plantation Shutters Visitors to Wilmington, NC often marvel at the beautiful architecture of our historic downtown and the many elegant homes with large windows, iron gates, and gracious porches. One quintessential feature of these homes is the lovely...