Easy Patio Tips from Pike Nurseries!

To help homeowners looking for simple, last-minute ways to build a picturesque backyard landscape, the garden gurus at Pike Nurseries have solid suggestions – sure to take that barbecue to the next level. From starting with the basics to elevating the space with pops of color, added lighting, hanging planters, herb gardens, and more, these tips will allow homeowners to turn backyards to entertaining destinations! Easy Tips for Building Outdoor Entertainment Spaces ·     The Basics Create structure and give guests a comfortable place to sit, sip, and stay a while with stylish, durable patio furniture. When deciding what furniture is best, the experts recommend taking the sizes of both the outdoor space and guest list into consideration. Dining sets are great for larger parties, while a cozy, over-sided seating group is ideal for small get-togethers. If the goal is to create a nook to read and sip coffee, a hanging basket or Adirondack chair are great additions. Finally, a grill will complete the ultimate entertainment space, and don’t forget to add a side table for coffee or cocktails!   ·     Fill Large Voids Once the patio furniture is in place, homeowners should step back to see if there are large areas of the landscape, deck, or patio that beckon for more. Consider the addition of shrubs, fountains, or a walkway to fill those voids.   ·     Vertical Interest Dazzle guests with elements of interest at every viewpoint!  Add vertical highlights to any outdoor space by incorporating colorful hanging baskets, climbing vines, or shady trees.   ·     Functionality The Pike Nurseries experts recommend adding personal touches to outdoor spaces for increased functionality.  For example, culinary enthusiasts can incorporate herb containers, veggies, or even a potted dwarf citrus tree for quick garden-to-grill meals, while nature-lovers should consider adding pollinators such as salvia, lantana, or a butterfly bush to bring fluttering friends to the garden.   ·     It’s all in the Details Refresh and renew any space with additional decor!  For daytime gatherings, homeowners can add pops of color with decorative throw pillows and tabletop planters with blooming flowers or easy-care succulents.  Create special evening ambiance with the addition of string lights, garden stakes, or ornamental globes. Not sure where to begin – or want to leave the work to the pros?  Pike Nurseries offers both landscape design and installation services to help make garden dreams a reality!  For more information or to book and appointment, visit bit.ly/PikeNurseriesLandscapeDesign.  For more information and tips from the pros at Pike Nurseries, please visit the nearest store or www.pikenursery.com.

Amazon! Cheap Letter Boards

I'm sure you've all seen them by now.  Letter boards.

They are the newest decorating craze.  I've looked at these things for a while now.  One of the most popular suppliers, Letter Folk, sells them for a pretty penny.

So, enough said.  I never got one.

Then today, I ran across a deal.  Amazon, and it hit me.  I should have figured it would be Amazon.  It's always Amazon.

Amazon has a wide variety of letter boards available - from small to large, different woods, different felts, different combinations (some come with easels).  I finally found the version shown above and decided to order it.

The most frugal boards on Amazon run about $19.95 (with Prime shipping), and this one is only $5 more, but it comes with almost double the amount of characters plus symbols and emojis!  I love that...

I can't wait to receive this letter board!  I'm so excited.  (Yes, I am geeky like that.)  If you'd like to order this same board from Amazon, just click on any of the images above.  Shipping is **FREE** if you have a Prime membership, which always makes the deal sweeter.

Happy shopping!

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Target - Save 10% on Valentine's Day Decorations and Party Supplies!

Valentine's Day Decor Sale!

Target is releasing some new seasonal deals.  Are you ready for some great deals from your favorite store?  Let's get started!

First up!

• Spend $25, save 10% on Valentines decorations & party supplies ONLINE ONLY. Valid 1/29-2/4

I'm never a big fan of Valentine's Day decorating (mostly because I can never find much I like), but that door mat is superb!



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Target - Domestics on Sale!

Next up from Target!

• Save up to 25% on domestics:  bedding, bath, throw pillows, and blankets!  Valid 1/29-2/4

I'm a sucker for anything Target has home-wise.  Can't wait for this sale...



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Lenox Square and Phipps Plaza Offer New Experiences!

Lenox Square and Phipps Plaza, two iconic shopping and lifestyle destinations located in the heart of Buckhead and owned by Simon, announced today the addition of new shopping and dining options scheduled to open later this year. Lenox Square will introduce Hammer Made and Sweet Hut Bakery & Café and remodeled Pandora, Hollister, Bath & Body Works, and Aéropostale stores, while Phipps Plaza will welcome Papyrus, Tutti Nails & Spa, and an expanded Frontgate location.  This announcement follows the 2016 store openings of Ted Baker London, ivivva, Peloton, UNOde50, and La Fête Chocolat at Lenox Square, as well as the dining additions of Taziki's Mediterranean Café, Rise Pies, and Five Guys. Across the street, Phipps Plaza welcomed PHILIPP PLEIN, Ticknors Men’s Clothier, and Earl of Sandwich.  Atlantans can also anticipate the previously announced Daniel Reed’s Public Kitchen & Bar and Ecco, scheduled to open in 2017 at Phipps Plaza. “We welcomed a number of impressive brands in 2016 and we’re looking forward to continuing that positive momentum in 2017,” said Carol Cox, area director of marketing and business development for Lenox Square and Phipps Plaza.  “With these new offerings, residents and visitors of Atlanta will continue to discover something new each time they visit Lenox Square and Phipps Plaza.” Scheduled to open in April, Hammer Made is a men's clothing boutique offering an apparel collection that contains distinctive, limited-run shirts made from the world's finest fabrics.  The new store will open at Lenox Square in a 1,009-square foot space on the upper level near Macy’s. Sweet Hut Bakery & Café, a favored Atlanta spot for Asian-inspired desserts, will open a new location in April at Lenox Square’s Fashion Café.  The 436-square foot eatery will offer over a hundred bakery products and signature bubble teas and drinks in a modern and cozy environment. Across Peachtree Road at Phipps Plaza, Papyrus will open in a 1,242-square foot store near Hanna Andersson across from VINCE and LK Bennett on the main level.  Its new location will offer a selection of greeting cards, stationery, wrap, ribbon, and gifts. Scheduled to open in June, Tutti Nails & Spa, a luxurious full-service spa salon,  will open near Rigby & Peller on the second level in a 3,758-square foot space. The salon will offer day spa treatments including hair, nail, and massage treatments in a modern environment to evoke a sense of complete relaxation. Also located on the second level, Frontgate, a leading retailer of luxury home products, will expand into a 19,615-square foot store in the Nordstrom wing in fall 2017, featuring The Frontgate Experience, an immersive 360-degree environment that brings the Frontgate brand to life.  Frontgate, at its core, is all about grand living, welcoming, entertaining, and creating personal spaces that are beautiful as well as livable.  This store will speak to those attributes while showcasing the full breadth of the brand from interiors, outdoor living, entertaining, and seasonal décor in a comfortable environment.  Frontgate will couple this new retail experience with events and workshops on topics such as tabletop décor tips, decorating advice, and gourmet recipes.

Target - 20% Domestics and Decor!

Starting today, Target is putting domestics and decor on sale for 20% off.  Might be a good opportunity to spruce up the front door with a new holiday doormat...

Remember, to use your RedCard for an additional 5% and shop through a cash back site for even more savings!

*Sale runs through December 10.


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Target - 30% off Dining and Entertaining and Other Outdoor and Living Sales!

Target is going to be running some fun outdoor and living sales.  Here is a quick run down.  Enjoy and happy shopping!

• 30% off dining and entertaining - July 24 - July 30
• 20% off bedding, bath, and decor - July 24 - July 30
• Vacuum sale - July 24 - July 30
• $50 off Dyson fans - July 24 - July 30
• Kitchen brands sale - July 24 - July 30
• 40% off patio furniture, including sale and clearance items - July 24 - 30

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DISNEY STORE - Buy One, Get One 50% Off Home Decor and $1 VIP!

Wow!  Fabulous sale from The Disney Store today:

Now through Thursday, buy one get one 50% off home and decor from Disney Parks!  I have NEVER seen them do this sale before, so if you love home and decor items from The Disney Store, this may be your time to shop.

Remember, the Disney Store is still having their $1 VIP (Very Important Personalization) in their Back to School shop too.

Here are the promo codes you will need:

• BOGO 50% - PARKHOME
• Disney Visa Cardmembers - DRVCMEMBER (save 10% on purchases of $50 or more)
• **FREE** Shipping - Spend $75 or more SHIPMAGIC

On top of these codes, make sure you shop through a cash back site.  Right now, ebates,  ShopatHome, and Mr. Rebates, are all offering 3% cash back on Disney store purchases.

Not familiar with Cash Back sites?  Visit our Cash Back page to learn more.