The home front sHoPPing . . .

Ceramics by Rae Dunn

Based on the Japanese aesthetic of wabi-sabi—the beauty of things imperfect. The price of the olive tray with three dishes is $51.00.

Available at Sage in Santa Ynez. 805-688-0955.

Designer Collars

With many colors of Swarovski crystals and custom leather styles from which to choose, design a Duke and Daisy collar for your afternoon walks or gatherings on the beaches of sunny Santa Barbara.

Available at:

OffLeash - where pets meet style 1103 State Street Santa Barbara, CA 805-957-4500 www.offleashstyle.com

natural sleeP

Chemicals have never been introduced to it, dust mites are repulsed by it, and mold and mildew can’t live with it—but you won’t want to sleep without it. It’s the organic line of bedding, mattresses and toppers designed by Natura World, Inc. These beds, which range from cribsize to King-size, are built for strength, durability, and good health.

For more information, go to www.naturaworld.com or drop by sPenCer’s santa BarBara mattress at 909 De La Vina Street, Santa Barbara, 805- 962-9776.

Autumn Chores Getting you garden ready for fall

After the Summer Solstice, the longest day of the year, fall may seem a long way off, but September will soon be here and when the kids start heading back to school there are some garden tasks you should put on your “to-do” list. This should help get you started:

After a long growing season Roses can get stretched out and ragged. Cut them back by about one-third and give them a good feeding in order to encourage another round of bloom (which will come about 60 days after you cut them).

Use this time of year to replant areas of your garden that are in need of rejuvenation. The cooler temperatures of fall make it the ideal time for re-landscaping. The soil is still