Shake, Stir, Pour: Tips for a Festive Home Bar November 14, 2011 Meridith Ingram The RSVPs are in, the menu planned, the linens pressed, the floor vacuumed. You feel ready for... Continue reading
Precious Collections: What’s Your Story? August 31, 2011 Meridith Ingram From pottery to porcelain, from silver to stamps…you name it, it’s been collected. But what... Continue reading
The Keeping Room: Old-Fashioned Concept, Modern-Day Comfort August 31, 2011 Meridith Ingram Recently a friend gave me a tour of her new custom-built home. “And here’s the keeping room,” she... Continue reading
The Garden Shed: Meet the Garage’s Sophisticated Cousin May 31, 2011 Meridith Ingram Several years ago, after driving over the weed whacker as I pulled my car into the garage, flinging... Continue reading
A Perfect Porch: Come Sit for a Spell May 31, 2011 Meridith Ingram The art of “porch sitting” may be a fading Southern tradition, but not at Shadowland, the Troutville... Continue reading
Roses: Summer Garden Superstars May 31, 2010 Meridith Ingram Roses are a little bit like celebrities. Both have a reputation for being mysterious, elusive and... Continue reading
Fabulous Foyers May 31, 2010 Meridith Ingram You know what they say about first impressions: You get one chance to make a good one. Your home’s... Continue reading
A Season Of Gifts November 14, 2009 Meridith Ingram I don’t know about you, but I’m always on the prowl for some tidbit of information that will make... Continue reading
Serving Suggestions -Fresh Takes On Your Favorite Platters August 31, 2009 Meridith Ingram One of the first home-cooked meals I ever had as a newlywed with my stepmother-in-law was breakfast.... Continue reading
Beautiful Bulbs -Dig Now, Plant Now For Spring Bouquet August 31, 2009 Meridith Ingram As your colorful summer garden fades, you may think you’re finished pinching, pruning, digging and... Continue reading