High-desert drama

2012FebMar_HighDesertDrama01Mary Ellen and Wilf Pinfold’s Maupin home on a bluff is perfectly situated for the owners’ desire for cozy entertaining.

Trendspotting

2012FebMar_Trendspotting_Color01The latest in colors, design, textures and how to put it all together.

Heavenly hybrids

Gardeners have Eugene nursery owners Marietta and Ernie O’Byrne to thank for a new generation of glorious hellebores.

Chinese Garden free days

chinesegardenTo kick off the new year, Portland’s Lan Su Chinese Garden is free through January 9. General admission is normally $9.50 so the free days are a great deal for a cheap date or family outing.

 

Winter market

PFMlogoThe Portland Farmer’s Market is opening their first Winter Market this weekend.

Basic chicken keeping class

chicken-bookRobert Litt, co-author of A Chicken in Every Yard and founder of Portland’s Urban Farm Store will teach you how to raise your own chickens in this fun class.

The fantasy of a Hugo room

SarahLouiseDix As a kid, I couldn’t understand why adults were content to live in boring houses. I knew that when I was old enough to have my own place, I would decorate every room in a completely different style.

Last minute local gift ideas

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Do you still have a few items to check off your list for holiday gifting? Or perhaps you need a hostess gift but have no new ideas. Luckily, we have gathered a smattering of products from local artists and crafters to help you find the perfect last minute gift- and buy local too.