Top 10 Reasons Not to Buy $29.99 Granite…

2011 March 8
by admin

David Lettermen got nothing on us!

10. The Showroom you walk into will probably look like a third world country prison.

9. The guy that will help you from behind the counter will probably smell like stale cigarettes and old spice cologne.

8. You will have to choose from maybe five samples from a board that will not match your slab at all.
7. The guy will probably write you a quote on a scratch piece of paper that you can’t even read and not include other costs.
6.The installers will come to your house and set up fabrication in your front yard on your newly planted petunias.
5. Butt-crack Bubba and Stinky Stan will  be your installers
4. When they enter your home, they will break that priceless Michael Jackson statue you paid thousands for at an auction.
3. The installers will use elmer’s glue and twigs from the tree in your front yard to mount the sink.
2. You will be able to look down and see your pots and pans through the seam they place in your granite.

And the #1 reason not to buy $29.99 granite is when they take your money and you call to complain…the shop is

This is your 29.99 Granite Place!

now just another run down gas station and you can’t understand the guy at the other end of the phone!

St. Patrick’s Day Events in Birmingham…

2011 March 4
by admin

Wow! Birmingham festivities are on a website dedicated to St. Patrick’s Day Events. This city sure knows the importance of wearing green and drinking beer.  Birmingham also has a St. Patrick’s Day Parade like Huntsville. It Starts at 2 p.m. on March 12th.

For more information check this link out!

http://www.st-patricks-day.com/st_patricks_day_parades_united_states_alabama.html

The Luck of the Irish in Huntsville, Alabama…

2011 March 2
by admin

Huntsville has lots of festivities coming down the rainbow to the pot of gold this March.   As usual, there is the annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade that will be held in downtown Hunstville starting at 11:30 a.m on March 17th.  It is  a great event for all ages.

After the parade, there are several bars and pubs that will be hosting events chalked full of green beer and good times!

  • Finnegan’s Pub
  • Humphrey’s Bar and Grill
  • Philby’s Grill and Pub

Spring Days are Upon Us…

2011 February 23
by admin

I can feel it in the air.  Sunny skies and temperatures in the 60s and 70s is putting everyone in a good mood. People are allowing you to go first in grocery lines and letting you merge into their lane on the highways.  When the weather gets warmer, everyone seems to

Everyone is so Happy in Atlanta!

be whistling a happy tune with a bluebird on their shoulder or something.  And I am enjoying every minute of it.

That being said, its time to get that calendar ready for festivals, barbeques, and vacation time because Spring Break and St. Patrick’s Day are just around the corner!

“Fun in the Sun” Spring Events in Atlanta

Shamrock Fest with Yacht Rock at Piedmont Park March 5th.

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French Wine Tasting Event March 7th at Tantra Restaurant. $20 per person

http://www.tantraatlanta.com/

Atlanta St. Patrick’s Day Parade, March 12th.

http://www.stpatsparadeatlanta.com/

Fado’s is hosting a week of St. Patrick’s Day, March 10-17th.

http://www.fadoirishpub.com/atlanta/

  • Just  a few events going on this March. More to come in April!

Valentine’s Day Party Ideas…

2011 January 26
by admin

Valentine’s does not always have to be romance, champagne, and roses.  It can also be a time to spend with great friends and fabulous food.  Many may feel the pressure of this whimsical holiday, because of all the expectations placed on it, therefore, sit back and relax with some of these creative and fun ideas:

1.)  Tacky Valentine’s Sweater Party :  This works for Christmas, so why not this holiday?  There are many puffed paint sweaters out there the come in pinks and reds.  Just have your neighbors come with appetizers and you supply the pink martinis!

This Sweater is sure to make guests go "wah wah wah" all the way home!

2.) Valentine’s Day Costume Party:  What about having everyone dress up like their favorite couple from Scarlett and Rhett to Tommy-Lee and Pamela Anderson?  Everyone loves a costume party.  You can even have a competition to see whose costume is the best.

3.) Anti-Valentines Day Party: For the people out there who just cannot stand this holiday, then throw an Anti-Valentine’s Day party.  Have everyone come dressed in black, listen to some rage rock music, and watch movies that are sure to not put you in the romantic mood such as: Fatal Attraction, The Break-up, or even maybe The Crying Game.  Sometimes cynicism can be fun if you throw in a really cool drink like a Black Heart Martini (Grape Juice, Vodka, dash of gingerale, and a whole strawberry for garnish).

Luxury Living at Phipps Plaza in Buckhead…

2010 December 15
by admin

Premier Surfaces is partnering with some of the most phenomenal companies in the home industry to bring Luxury Living at Phipps Plaza.  On the second floor next to Belk, there is a huge kitchen display complete with custom cabinets, countertops, floors, and

Phipps Plaza was voted "Best Mall in the South" by Southern Living

appliances for you to view.  A team member is on hand Thursday – Sunday from 12-4pm to answer any questions you may have.  One might not expect to come across a home remodeling team in a mall, but at Phipps Plaza you will.

Phipps Plaza is home to more than 100 specialty stores including Gucci, Giorgio Armani, Jimmy Choo, and Juicy Couture.  At Phipps Plaza you’ll also find four full service restaurants, a food court, and a 14-screen AMC theatre.  Therefore, Phipps is a fabulous location for you to come and learn more about kitchen design.

Even though Phipps caters to more of an upscale shopping experience, there are many sales going on right now.  So you can purchase something unique without having to spend an “arm and a leg” per say.  Belk offers great deals on top brand names such as Free People and Anne Klein.  So, it may not be a mall you frequent to but you might be surprised at what you can find for a good price and the Luxury Living kitchen is no exception.

Working with several other vendors to bring this kitchen to Phipps, the quality is excellent and the pricing is affordable.  We would love to see you so please come visit!

The Holidays are Upon Us…

2010 November 4
by admin
Wow, October has come and gone and now we are in the first week of November.  Before you know it, you and your family will be gathered around the table for Christmas dinner.  For many, this time of year can be stressful with shopping in crowded malls and planning the perfect holiday dinner.  This year try to sit back and relax and enjoy some spiked egg-nog with some of these helpful tips to get your holiday chores done and out of the way:
 
  •  Get the house holiday ready: Always good to get an early start on figuring out where that Christmas is going to go this year in your living room. Check your storage bins to make sure all your decoations are in order and those twinkling lights work.  Wal-Mart and Michaels already have aisles stocked full of lights and always key to being the early-bird before the shelves are ransacked the first week of December.  Also, work on getting that kitchen organized for cooking and entertaining.  Make sure that kitchen-aid mixer is accessible and your Chrismas china is ready for action.

 

  • Shop Online:  Beat the stress of Black Friday and other Holiday sales in the local malls by shopping early online.  You can even visit local retail stores and find gifts you want, but get them on sale now through Amazon or Overstock.

 

  • Plan meals and make them easy: There are tons of websites catered to incredible recipes that won’t take hours with costly indgredients to make. You can wow your guests with an easy and creative recipe like bacon wrapped asparagus or cocktail weenies wrapped in dates.

Below are some fabulous websites dedicated to cooking:

Allrecipes.com

Foodnetwork.com

101cookbooks.com

Amazing Local Fall Festivals….

2010 September 29
by admin

Amazing and all Local Fall Festivals…

One thing is for sure, the calendar is packed full from now until the end of November with local family fun! There are so many  festivals, art shows, and food tasting events going on that one will definitely find something to do on a random fall weekend.
Below are a schedule of upcoming events that would be great to check out with the family.

 

Atlanta Greek Festival
Atlanta
September 30th to October 3rd
www.atlantagreekfestival.org/

Coweta County Fair 
Newnan
September 30th to October 9th
www.cowetacountyfair.org/

Children’s Week 2010
Augusta 
October 1st to October 7th
www.augustapartnership.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=51&Itemid=64

Autumn is Here…

2010 September 15
by admin

The children are back in school, football season is here, leaves are starting to change color, and, hopefully, much needed cooler weather will be hear soon.  That being said, autumn is a time of year when everything is bathed in a beautiful orange glow from the sun and there is so many things to look forward to from being outdoors to holidays with family.  Here are some helpful tips to enjoy this wonderful season to the fullest extent:

 
 Organize that Kitchen
 
Get ready for lots of family time and entertaining this season by maximizing your kitchen space.  As soon as fall is upon us,  there

Chili is an easy thing to keep in your pantry for parties. There are also many different ways you can make it to add variety!

is just something in the air that makes you want to socialize.  No more “Lazy Hazy Days of Summer” because now it is all about tailgating, dinner parties, community Fall festivals, holiday events, and more. 

 
 So with all these “good times” ahead make sure your pantry is stocked full of last minute “throw together” meals and appetizers as well as tupperware and other utensils organized for a “grab it and go” event.  A Costco or Sam’s Club is very recourceful for this kind of thing.  A place where you can buy in bulk and get great pricing is always key for when you have lots of social gatherings on the calendar. 
 
 Add Seasonal Touches to the Home
 
It might just only be mid-September but already get in the mood with just some small seasonal touches around the home. Even just a pumpkin spice candle can make a dinner party more festive this

Assorted Pumpkins and Squash in a bowl is another easy way to add fall to your home!

time of year.  You can also go to Michael’s and get a package of dried fall leaves to add around the home. It is an inexpensive way to get your home fall ready for guests.

 
 Get Creative with meals and entertaining
 
If you are over the summer fare of hamburgers and hot dogs on the grill, then get creative with your autumn menu.  Instead of regular hot dogs, go for a sweet Italian or apple sausage links and pair them with grilled peppers and apples for a colorful meal.  The choices are endless, and you can really entertain your palette with all the different spices that are considered to be  the taste of the season.  Even changing up a Saturday breakfast with the family can enhance your fall excitement!
 
Mom’s Applesauce Pancakes
 

Ingredients

  • 2 cups dry pancake mix
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup applesauce
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup milk

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, stir together pancake mix and cinnamon. Make a well in the center of the pancake mix. Add the eggs, applesauce, lemon juice and milk; stir until smooth.
  2. Heat a lightly oiled griddle or frying pan over medium high heat. Pour or scoop the batter onto the griddle, using approximately 1/4 cup for each pancake. Brown on both sides and serve hot.

Are Your Eyes Playing Tricks on You?

2010 July 15
by admin

For many, it can become quite a challenge to figure out what type of furniture fits best or where the TV should go in a room that feels more like a closet rather than an actual living space. Yet, one of the great things about interior design is that their are tricks and techniques that can take that claustrophobic feel of a tiny room and make it appear larger and more open.

Here are a few tips to consider:

1.) FURNITURE
  • Use Multi-function furniture like a chest that can be used as a coffee table or folding tables that can be tucked away when you
    Creating interior wall shelving and floating furniture adds floor space.

    no longer need them

  • Consider having some of the pieces of furniture the same color as the walls which will blend out and make a room feel wider
  • Placing furniture pieces at an angle can lead the eye towards a longer distance
  • Remember to scale the furniture to the room size and do not block walk pathways

2.) PAINT

  • Light and Brightly colored walls are reflective and can open a room
  • Cream colors and icy blues are commonly used when making a space feel larger
  • Consider painting your molding light because the wall will appear further back
This narrow bedroom appears wider with soft gray walls and light molding.

3.) MIRRORS
  • Use a focal point for the room and angle your mirror towards it. This will give the illusion of depth
  • Mirrors reflect light, therefore, making the room appear larger
  • Mirrors and walls and glass furniture also make the room feel like it has more of an open flow
This mirror reflects the natural light from the windows as well as the other objects in the room making the space feel twice as big.