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12 STYLE New design books full of inspiring ideas
36 A GOLDEN GLOW In Chenal Valley, festive holiday décor greets family and friends
55 THE GOOD LIFE
14 TO THE TRADE Home and garden holiday tours statewide
40 MAGICAL MEMORIES In Fayetteville, a young family’s new home is filled with memory-making décor
19 GROWING A Little Rock designer looks to nature for holiday decorating ideas 25 REDISCOVERIES A Eureka Springs shop owner turns flea market finds into elegant Christmas décor 30 DESIGN Light up the season with shimmering chandeliers
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44 A CRAFTSMAN CHRISTMAS In Searcy, a new rustic home is decked with all-natural flair
66 FASHION & BEAUTY Holiday wear and fragrances you’ll want to find under the tree 69 THE GIFT GUIDE 75 ON THE ROAD Visit El Dorado this winter for a family weekend in a historic setting 80 LAST LOOK From At Home to your home
48 HOLIDAY HOMECOMING In Roland, nature and tradition create a welcoming holiday retreat Vol. 14, No. 12 © 2009 by Network Communications Inc. All rights reserved. Permission to reprint or quote excerpts granted by written request only. At Home in Arkansas™ (ISSN 1540-8914, USPS# 020-999) is published monthly by Network Communications, Inc., 2305 Newpoint Parkway, Lawrenceville, GA 30043 770-962-7220. Periodicals Postage Rates are Paid at Lawrenceville, GA and additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to At Home in Arkansas™; P.O. BOX 9002, MAPLE SHADE, NJ 08052-9652. Canada Post PM40063731. Return Undeliverable Canadian Addresses to: Station A, PO Box 54, Windsor ON N9A 6J5.
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letter from the editor I’m headed into this holiday season feeling a little less pressure to have the perfect family photo for the annual card, and I owe my thanks to Facebook. Yes, cards will still go out in the mail, with a short note and season’s greetings, but the photos and recap of events that I previously tried to fit in have now been shared with my friends and family all year long on my Facebook page. I’ve come to think of this social media site as a way to make my global village a little bit smaller. Though we don’t live near enough to see each other often, we can chat regularly, easily and informally. That’s the idea we had in mind when we opened a Facebook fan page for At Home and started sharing stories and asking questions. In just a few months, we’ve begun to have an ongoing dialogue with more than 3,500 readers, and it’s become one of my favorite parts of the day to read what you have to say. Recently, we asked for your favorite holiday decorating ideas, and you filled our fan page with a myriad of creative suggestions: Cathy Wise Pursell Fresh magnolia leaf garland...hand made by my husband. I love the way it looks, smells and feels like a Southern Christmas! Candace Dixon My favorite is the family room memory tree. I buy an ornament each place we vacation and as we decorate the tree it is a world tour of memories! Laurie Marshall I let my kids buy a new ornament every year. My mom did this, and when my siblings and I moved out, we had instant holiday memories to put on our OWN trees. Holly Wales Meadows I change out my everyday dishes to my Christmas pattern and use it from the Friday after Thanksgiving until January 1. It is a constant reminder of how special the season is in our home. Leslie Porter Homemade ornaments my grandmother made before she passed. My granddaddy gave them to me when we started our family, as a way to continue her love. Janice Greenfield Carter My Christmas village. It is over 25 feet long with operable cars and over 40 buildings, and still adding on! Have already started putting it together this year! Jan Shrader I do one tree every year in antique ornaments. Some from estate sales, some from my childhood in the ‘50s. Brings back memories of life in simpler times and when Christmas was not so commercialized. Faron R Smith We use the same décor but add to it or take away; nothing ever goes in the same place. It’s a new Christmas every year.
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Italian-born and Chicago-based designer Alessandra Branca shares her step-bystep process for outfitting homes with classically comfortable interiors. (From Abrams)
Designer Grayson Handy of New York’s Prudence Designs presents more than 100 simple and stylish arrangements. (From Rizzoli)
Take a peek into the invitingly luxurious projects of Dallas designer Jan Showers, including many previously unpublished residences. (From Abrams) 12 At Home in Arkansas
A noted interior designer and manufacturer of fine furniture, fabrics and lighting, Corzine offers a primer for creating her signature style. (From Rizzoli)
Give yourself or the design aficionado in your life the gift of a good read
New Orleans architect George D. Hopkins, Jr., offers advice on all aspects of designing the quintessential Southern home. (From Pelican Publishing Company)
Designer Suzanne Tucker uses her extensive knowledge of antiques and the decorative arts to create inviting rooms. (From Random House, Inc.)
A look at the artist’s 1820 homestead, where art, vintage finds and personal style create an inspiring rustic retreat. (From Abrams)
This Atlanta-based designer, known for her classic details and pretty color palettes, showcases her projects around the South. (From Rizzoli)
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December 5 Eureka Springs Preservation Society 27th Annual Christmas Tour of Homes Visit a variety of charming residences elegantly decorated for the holidays. www.eurekasprings.org/events
Arkadelphia December 6 Clark County Extension Homemakers Holiday Tour of Homes Features several homes that include holiday designs. www.arkadelphia.dina.org
December 12 Annual Sweet Treats Cookie Tour A self-guided tour of 12 bed and breakfasts, all serving treats and providing recipes. www.allianceofbetterbandbs.com
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November 21-December 31 Garvan Woodland Gardens Lights on the Landscape Millions of holiday lights illuminate the gardens from 5 to 9 p.m. daily, turning the landscape into a winter wonderland. www.garvangardens.org
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style to the trade Little Rock December 6 Arkansas Governor’s Mansion Holiday Open House See the mansion and grounds decorated for the holidays and enjoy refreshments, all free of charge. www.arkansasgovernorsmansion.com
Mena December 10 Mena Lioness Annual Tour of Homes Tour several beautiful homes in Mena filled with Christmas cheer. www.visitmena.com
Mountain Home December 6 Cameo Club of Mountain Home Holiday Tour of Homes Visit a lakeside home and two other area residences trimmed in holiday finery. Contact Bouquet Palace, 870-425-2193
Northwest Arkansas December 6 Junior League of Northwest Arkansas 11th Annual Winter Dreams Home Tour Includes six homes in Washington County and five homes in Benton County decked out for the holiday season. www.juniorleaguenwa.org
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Floral designer Phil Cato, owner of About Vase in Little Rock, adds holiday cheer to his home with décor inspired by nature. Here, he began with a vine wreath and used floral wire to attach a variety of elements he collected from the garden: pine cones, blue spruce branches, magnolia leaves, dried blue hydrangea blooms and even the remains of a hornets’ nest. He used moss-covered Styrofoam balls (available at craft stores) and hot-glued balls from sweetgum trees onto their surfaces, and then glued the resulting spheres onto the wreath. Weaving the elements in and around the wreath’s vines helped secure the items and complete the all-natural look. www.athomearkansas.com 19
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CENTERED BY NATURE Cato ďŹ lled a birch log basket with layers of blue spruce branches, antlers (often found at ea markets or antique malls) and moss. He topped the basket with dried gourds, which he dressed up with acrylic gold-leaf paint, and tucked in bunches of rose hips to complete the seasonal centerpiece.
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BRANCHING OUT FOR THE HOLIDAYS For a kid-friendly take on a traditional Christmas tree, Cato designed a version in a vase as a tasty project for the entire family. He used slender birch tree logs as the starting point, drilled holes in them and placed them in a glass vase, securing them with black river rocks. He next topped the rocks with artificial snow (both are available at craft stores) and inserted cuttings (they need to fit tightly or should be adhered with glue) from a blue spruce tree. With the tree form in place, the decorating options are endless—here, Cato glued on candy Dots and added brightly colored sugar cookies suspended from ribbons. Be sure to make extra cookies— snacking while decorating is a must.
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A creative Eureka Springs shop owner turns flea market finds into inspired holiday décor PHOTOGRAPHY: NANCY NOLAN/STYLING: MANDY KEENER
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“I LOVE FINDING A throw-away and making it into a treasure,” says Kaylene Shepard, who has turned that philosophy into a business at her Eureka Springs store Something Simple, where she gives vintage home furnishings and accessories new life. In order to blend her mix of true antiques and newer flea-market items, Kaylene sticks with a neutral color palette and covers all her goods in shades of white. “I have always been a fan of cream and white because they’re timeless and work in any room,” she explains, “and I use the same palette when I decorate for the holidays.” Working with elements she’s found through years of flea market and antique mall visits, Kaylene creates unique, hand-made ornaments and accessories. Here, her inspired ideas with suggestions for incorporating them into your own home.
Kaylene topped a vintage saltshaker, bottle and bedspring with wire trees she spray painted silver and tied on with vintage ribbon. The end result? Clever place card or photo holders.
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Ideal for topping packages, Kaylene’s flowers are made from old zippers and tape measures. She makes several sixinch loops with the zippers and four-inch loops with the tape measures and secures them into a flower shape by sewing or hot gluing them together. She then embellishes them by gluing on whatever vintage finds she has on hand—buttons, trim or even old watch faces.
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Springs from a flea-market-find daybed were the starting point for Kaylene’s corkscrew ornaments. She cut out the springs and then dressed them up with vintage ribbon and antique treasures including chandelier crystals and glitter snowflakes. Kaylene cut a well-shaped tree branch and sprayed it with several coats of white paint. She had a wooden cube cut to serve as a stand, had a large hole drilled into the top, cemented the branch inside the hole, added pea gravel to fill the remaining open area, and then spray painted the stand and rocks white. She trims the resulting tree with both handmade and vintage ornaments.
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Axel Orb chandelier from Currey & Company. Wrought iron with chestnut wood. Cantrell Furniture Design Center, Cobblestone & Vine, Dauphine, Interior Expressions, Light Innovations, Massimo, Phoenix Interiors, all in Little Rock; French Quarters, Fayetteville; Lighting Emporium, Springdale; Shepherds, Pine Bluff; TEC Electric, North Little Rock
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Luminous chandelier from Maxim Lighting. Carved stone and ebonized steel. Light Innovations, Little Rock; Lighting Emporium, Springdale; Lites Etcetera, Fort Smith; Whit Davis Lighting Center, Jacksonville
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The holidays sparkle in this Chenal Valley home, where festive dĂŠcor greets family and friends Text: Sharon Mosley Photography: Nancy Nolan
Debi Davis of D & D Design outfitted Paul Guess’ Little Rock home with textural neutrals for a masculine look; Silks A Bloom complemented the rich tones with golden holiday décor. FACING PAGE: An elegant chandelier, lit only by candles, adds Old World charm to the dining room.
WHEN DECEMBER ROLLS AROUND for Little Rock resident Paul Guess, he is ready to spend time with his friends and family in a special place – his home in Chenal Valley. “Christmas is such a fun time of the year, not only because of the true meaning, but also because I enjoy celebrating with my colleagues and family,” says the Des Arc native, a senior director of sales for a major pharmaceutical company. Paul hosts a party every year for all of his colleagues from the Southern region, and in preparation for the event, his house gets a full holiday makeover. “Some might say that the Christmas decor in my home is a little over the top,” he explains, “but it’s not to me.” Paul credits his parents, Ann and Donald Guess, who live in Des Arc, for always making the holidays special for his family. “I guess I get it from my mother who has at least two Christmas trees in her home,” Paul says. “It is just tradition to me.” After having lived in cities across the U.S., Paul moved to Little Rock in 2007. He was thrilled when he found the 3,800-square-foot home in Chenal Valley. “The architecture and design of this house fit me perfectly because I regularly entertain,” Paul says. “The size of the home suits me because it’s not too big for a single professional.” Paul was also delighted when he found Little Rock interior designer Debi Davis, and he offered her a blank canvas upon which to decorate his new home. “I thought I had a style,” says Paul, who loves an eclectic mix of European antiques and furnishings with a classic French flair, “but Debi really helped me refine the look that flows throughout my home.” Davis echoes Paul’s sentiments. “He has 37
a very sophisticated Old World style,” says the designer. “And we blended in a touch of contemporary design for a classic, masculine look.” Davis says she had the concept of “dressy casual” in mind for Paul’s house, outfitting the rooms in shades of easy-care chocolate brown mixed with crisp ivory accents for a touch of formality. “It’s a comfortable combination,” adds Davis, “since it’s great for everyday living and chic enough for entertaining.” Adding unique touches helped personalize the new house as well, including a custom dining room table where Paul’s family crest is painted in the center, along with one-of-a-kind antiques and accessories. This custom approach carried over to the holiday décor as well, where the design team at Silks A Bloom dressed up the house for Paul’s annual party. “We were so excited to work with Paul on his home,” says Tammy Copeland, who along with daughters Lindsey Copeland and Brittany Vick and partner Dale Aldridge, transformed Paul’s home into an elegant showplace. “Christmas is the one time of year that you don’t have to match your holiday decorating to your interior décor,” Vick says. “Whether you choose to have it blend in, or make a big statement, you can’t go wrong.” Here, the team added sparkle and shine with golden hues to accent the rich, neutral interiors. “Paul’s home ended up with a great mix of the traditional feel of Christmas and of glitz and glamour,” says Aldridge. “Those two styles worked together beautifully here.” 38
Garlands and fresh flowers add fragrance and dress up the house for the holidays, including Paul’s piano room and the kitchen with an adjacent breakfast room, where an antique tapestry hangs over a glass and metal table. FACING PAGE: In the living room, Paul’s Oriental screen is a focal point behind a pair of club chairs covered in thick mocha brown silk. An Empire-style side table and a gilded coffee table complete the grouping.
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A Fayetteville family with three young children fills their new home with memory-making holiday décor Text: Diane Carroll Photography: Brian Meredith
“WE THINK OF OUR HOUSE as traditional but youthful,” says Jamie Banks of the new residence she and her husband, Michael, built in Fayetteville’s Clear Creek neighborhood. Creating a comfortable, relaxing home for their family, which includes five-year-old Olivia, four-year-old Mary Helen and one-year-old David, was a priority for the couple, a goal that’s reflected in the design of their house and carries over to their holiday traditions. Architects Bret and Stacey Park devised an open floor plan for the family home, where informal living, dining and kitchen spaces flow together easily. “Because of that, we use every room in the house, every day,” says Jamie. “There are no off-limit formal areas or unused spaces.” Building on that concept, interior designer Lisa Claybrook, ASID, worked with the family to choose paint colors, furnishings and fabrics that would add to the home’s warm and welcoming style. “In the living spaces, we used earthy colors that blend from room to room,” says Claybrook. “And we chose durable, kid-friendly materials to ensure that the furnishings would look good but be easy to clean.” Last year, the home was included in the Junior League of Northwest Arkansas Winter Dreams Home Tour, and Jamie opted to play up the house’s earth-tone look with allnatural decorations, including magnolia leaf wreaths and garlands created by the design team at Flora. Holiday décor specialist Jennifer Apolskis collaborated with Jamie on the rest of the seasonal elements, including a festive live tree trimmed with orange, blue, gold and red ornaments to complement the color palette of the living room. In the adjacent kitchen, a room that Jamie considers the heart of the holiday season, the family creates and displays gingerbread houses each year, a tradition that Jamie says both
Interior designer Lisa Claybrook outfitted the living spaces and kitchen in Jamie and Michael Banks’ new home with warm earth tones and easy-care fabrics—and won an ASID Excellence in Design award for her work. In the kitchen, gingerbread houses line the counters.
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“We designed this house to be a place where our family memories are made.” —homeowner Jamie Banks
she and Michael enjoyed as children. For the home tour, the family’s efforts became part of a much larger gingerbread house display involving such elaborate constructions as a recreation of Old Main from the University of Arkansas campus and a building named “Two Girls and a Boy Toyshop” in honor of the children, all created by Rick’s Bakery. The memory-building decorations also extended to the children’s bedrooms, where small white Christmas trees decorated to match each child’s room were set up on their bedside tables. “They became the kids’ nightlights, because they loved the glow so much they didn’t want to turn them off when they went to bed,” says Jamie. The holiday magic continued into the children’s playroom, where Apolskis added a full-size tree outfitted with colorful, kid-friendly ornaments, the final touch in a house full of family-oriented holiday décor. “We designed this house to be a place where our family memories are made,” says Jamie, “and the holidays are a big part of that.”
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Each child’s room features a different color palette, including Mary Helen’s orange and pink space where the walls are painted in Sherwin-Williams Surprise Amber. FACING PAGE, CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: David’s nursery features Sherwin-Williams Sleepy Blue, the playroom is Lantern Light and Olivia’s room is Serena and Lily Lilac. Greenvalley Window Solutions created the custom headboards and draperies throughout the spaces.
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A Searcy family decks the halls of their new rustic home with all-natural air Text: Sharon Mosley Photography: Nancy Nolan Styling: Mandy Keener
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For a natural look in Mandy and Rees Lloyd’s Searcy dining room, interior designer Beth Davis surrounded a reindeer statue with greenery, poinsettias, burlap, cardinals and nests. A full smock silk lampshade on a wood candlestick lamp from The Shade Above blends with more greenery, cranberries and poinsettias. FACING PAGE: A tin pail complements a rustic lantern on the covered back deck.
DURING THE YEARS SPENT BUILDING their dream home, holiday decorating had been a challenge for Searcy residents Mandy and Rees Lloyd. With their new Craftsman-style home completed last year, they were eager to renew their holiday plans—and when they were asked to participate in the Associated Women for Harding’s Annual Holiday Tour of Homes, they decided it was an ideal time to start new traditions. Mandy turned to her long-time friend Beth Davis, a Searcy-based interior designer who helped the Lloyd family with the construction and design of their new home, for holiday décor ideas. The Lloyds had based their home’s design on their desire for a family-friendly, warm and welcoming space, and Davis carried these ideals over to their holiday plans, focusing on Mandy’s natural style of decorating in her Craftsman home. 45
Punches of red add warmth to the family room, which is complete with a Santa Claus painting by Little Rock artist Linda Alexander. FACING PAGE: In the breakfast room, carved swans complement burlap table runners edged with plaid trim.
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“I love being outside and am drawn to woodsy or natural items,” says Mandy, who uses the terms “lodge,” “rustic” and “lived-in” to describe the Searcy home she and Rees share with their two teenage children. “We have a vaulted family room that looks out onto a vaulted deck. You can’t help but see outside when you are inside.” For the holiday tour at the Lloyds’ home, Beth wove in natural elements using an abundance of fresh greenery, berries, pinecones and branches. The entire house was incorporated into the design, including the vaulted deck. Since the Lloyds use a variety of brown and blue tones in the interior of their home, Davis suggested Mandy add more color for some extra holiday punch. Mandy was more than happy to bring in the vibrant reds that have traditionally symbolized holiday color schemes. “Beth’s look and ideas were very refreshing to some of my old looks,” Mandy admits. “She was tactful and honest when she advised me to invest in areas that would add the most color or biggest pop. Even though the house was new, many of my personal items were old and worn out. Beth was not only able to work with my look, but also to incorporate a fresh, natural, warm feel into the home.” And the Lloyds plan on using Davis’ holiday decorating ideas for a long time to come. “Because of how beautiful the fresh greenery looked and smelled, I am certain we will be headed back into the woods for accessories from Mother Earth each year,” Mandy says.
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A Little Rock designer draws on nature and tradition to create a welcoming retreat on the outskirts of town Text: Paulette Pearson Photography: Nancy Nolan
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Little Rock designer Chip Jones decorated the banister in his Roland home with three layers of faux garland interspersed with twigs of live pine. Other natural elements include an arrangement of nandina berries and red roses. FACING PAGE: A wreath and garland accented with bright red apples and plaid ribbon welcome family and guests. www.athomearkansas.com 49
DESIRING A TRADITIONAL HOUSE with plenty of land for gardens and landscaping, Chip Jones and Scott Lile sold their zero-lot home in Memphis, purchased a five-acre property in a quiet Roland neighborhood and built a Federal-style home filled with comfortable furnishings. Because Scott is a native of nearby Little Rock, Chip says the move was a long time coming. “The problem was that we were on the go all the time,” he remembers. “But we finally moved to the country to slow down and enjoy life.” In addition to gardening, Chip has since discovered other ways to relax and enjoy life as a landowner. A floral and interior designer by trade, he believes that the key to a beautiful holiday home is using fresh elements, so during the winter months he takes long walks in search of foliage to incorporate into his décor. To complement the traditional style of his home, he looks for classic greenery such as pine and cedar and seeks fresh berries that 50
Jones layered garlands on the living room mantle, highlighting a treasured heirloom portrait. FACING PAGE, CLOCKWISE: The Federal-style home lends itself to traditional dÊcor, such as wreaths hanging from ribbon on each of its windows. Jones creates his holiday oral designs in the kitchen; a wreath and stacked drum decorations are focal points outside.
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will continue his holiday colors of classic red and green. This year he also added the occasional blue accent to keep things interesting. “It’s a very popular color right now,” he says. Chip begins in the home’s vaulted great room with a live 12-foot fir tree. He incorporates pops of color with a blue ribbon tree topper and contrasts his classic ornaments with white lights. While many of his ornaments are vintage treasures, he doesn’t adhere to rules when collecting them or deciding where to place them on the tree, and he would gladly purchase an ornament at a discount store if it caught his eye. “Make it fun and choose what you like, whether it’s expensive or not,” says Chip. Natural elements extend to the entryway and more formal living room in the form of handcrafted garlands. Heavy layers of faux garland interspersed with twigs of live pine line the staircase banister in the entry. A similar technique appears on the fireplace mantle in the living room, where Chip weaves in white lights to highlight a cherished heirloom oil painting on the wall above the fireplace, adding to the traditional feel of the space. “It’s a portrait of Scott’s great-great grandmother, who lived in Hope, Arkansas, during the mid-1800s,” Chip explains. “It was the inspiration for the room when we built the house.” Not to forget the exterior, Chip creates a welcoming sight for visiting friends and family by wrapping rustic-looking garland around the white columns and hanging wreaths over each of the windows. “I enjoy decorating because it is a season of pure joy, a time to come together with friends and family, many of whom you may only see this time of the year,” he explains. For him and Scott, the holidays are also a reminder of the reason that they decided to purchase land and build their house in the first place. “At the end of the day, we love coming home,” he says. 52
LEFT TO RIGHT: In the vaulted great room, a collection of Christopher Radko ornaments outfits the 12-foot fir tree, topped with a blue ribbon. More berries, roses and pine twigs wait to be arranged. Garland on the great room mantle gets a dose of blue accents. Jones likes to entertain with Williams-Sonoma china as well as candlesticks and table trees from Tipton Hurst.
DESIGN SOURCES Builder, contractor Jett Ricks, Jett Ricks Construction, Little Rock Interior design Chip Jones, P. Allen Smith Garden Home, Little Rock Holiday décor Tipton Hurst, Little Rock Artwork Marshall Clements, Little Rock Carpet Abbey Carpet, Little Rock China Wedgwood, Williams-Sonoma, Little Rock Countertops House of Marble, Little Rock Fabric Cynthia East Fabrics, Little Rock Furnishings Pflugrad’s Antiques, Marshall Clements, both in Little Rock Lighting Bear-Hill Interiors, Little Rock Stone, exterior and great room fireplace, Bennett Bros. Stone Co., Little Rock
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WITH TWENTY-FIVE YEARS of serving the wonderful people of Central Arkansas, Jones & Son has recently doubled in size. Extensive remodeling of the store in the Market Place Center began the first week in July and was completed in October of this year. The store is spacious, filled with light and designed for easy – convenient shopping. As Darrow Jones stated, “The more things change – the more they stay the same.” Darrow is and always has been dedicated to exceptional customer service and supreme quality in beautiful merchandise with unbelievable values. According to Darrow, “These are core business practices that will never change at Jones & Son Fine Jewelry. With Jacob’s lead, they have embraced the ever changing new technologies that enable the staff to do more with less- at less operating costs. Their new computer network throughout the store is innovative and cutting edge in the fine jewelry industry. Each Sales Associate takes personal responsibility for mastering this new gear and the novel work approaches that confront them. Jacob added, “Our new technology interfaces with leading fine jewelry contacts around the world and allows us to purchase instantly at the lowest prices possible. We pass those meaningful savings on to our customers and clients.” Darrow and Jacob are grateful for their many customer friends who have made their growth possible. The stores expansion has made room for new designer collections and larger existing lines. For example: This year Jones & Son was selected by Tacori to be one of their Platinum Partners. They are among very few fine jewelers in the country to receive this special recognition. As a Tacori Platinum Partner, Jones & Son now has a beautiful fullservice Tacori Bridal Boutique. Additionally, the staff is thrilled to have the new Tacori Fashion Collection featuring brilliant gemstones accented with diamonds designed to please the most discriminating lover of fine jewelry. Jones & Son has one of the largest Bridal Centers in the Southwest with Ritani, Scott Kay and many other leading bridal jewelry designers, including a huge selection of men’s wedding bands in virtually every available style. Other gift selections include Alwand Vahan, as featured in Town & Country, InStyle and other popular national magazines. Jones & Son is now a Pandora Shop-n-shop with over 90 square feet devoted to Pandora Jewelry. This means they receive the newest Pandora styles first, including the stunning new wooden beads found only at Jones & Son. Customers have been excited with their ease in shopping, along with the terrific selection from which to choose their Pandora favorites! Another customer favorite is Caerleon Interchangeable Jewelry, due to its versatility in being able to change ring, bracelet, and necklace tops to coordinate with any ensemble. Jones & Son is the country’s number one retailer in Caerleon and they are pleased to always have the new designs in the line available.
Tacori 18k 925 Collection as seen on Ali Larter.
Exclusively at Jones & Son in Central Arkansas, Baby Feet Jewelry in silver or gold, with or without diamonds and/or gemstones, a treasured gift for Mom, Grandmother, or Aunt. Kristen Marr, owner/designer lives in Little Rock, but works nationally to introduce this popular collection. Jacob is the youngest Arkansan in history to become a Gemological Institute of America (G.I.A.) graduate. He is hugely responsible for the tremendous growth of their new Bridal Center. Jacob has a unique ability to select the finest diamonds at the very best prices from around the world for their customers. You are invited to visit Jones & Son, enjoy refreshments and shop at your leisure in a comfortable down home atmosphere. The store is beautifully decorated for the holidays and filled to the brim with gift ideas. No matter your budget, you will find the perfect gift selections. Happy holidays from the staff at Jones & Son Fine Jewelry.
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THE DENTIST EXCEPTIONAL—From the moment you walk into Dr. Michael Cooper’s office in Russellville you will notice that it is not an ordinary dental practice. It is so much more. The beautifully decorated reception area offers a warm inviting atmosphere. Dr. Cooper’s team devotes their undivided attention to each patient and their individual needs. They are making a difference in people’s lives. . not just their mouths. Offering solutions to dental concerns, Dr. Cooper is the only certified DURAthin dentist in Central Arkansas. DURAthin veneers are a revolutionary approach to cosmetic dentistry because they are a prepless veneer that adheres directly to the front of the tooth. This means for some people, he can design the smile of your dreams without even drilling on your natural teeth. Dr. Cooper has been recognized by the developers of DURAthin as a leader in this field. Most importantly, the DURAthin veneers look like natural teeth. Not only is Dr. Cooper a sustaining member of the AACD but also an active member of the Crown Council where only one out of every 175 dentists is a member. The Crown Council is a prestigious alliance of leading-edge dentists throughout the world who are strongly committed to promoting oral health, fighting oral cancer and serving their communities through charitable work. These recognized leaders in health, wellness, and prevention offer the latest dental procedures in state-of-the-art facilities. He and his team recently participated in the Smiles for Life campaign raising over $10,000 with proceeds going to children’s charities and half of the amount raised dedicated to a local organization. Dr. Cooper recently presented a check for over $5,000 to the local Boys and Girls Club in Russellville. Exceptional Smiles – Exceptional Dentistry Dr. Michael Cooper – Russellville, AR.
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LIGHTING CAN MAKE ALL THE DIFFERENCE in your home, and laughs can make all the difference in your day. Come to the friendliest lighting store in Arkansas. Lewis Lighting & Home, in Benton, is the full-service lighting firm dedicated to customer service with personality to spare. In addition to lighting, the store is becoming a popular destination for furniture, rugs, fabrics, accessories and interior decorating. And, as part of the family-owned and operated Lewis Lumber & Supply, no one else offers a more complete package for all their customers’ needs. If you need to be brightened up, let one of our in-house designers help you today by calling Lewis Lighting & Home at 501-315-2400. Left to right: Zac Stivers, Marlo McMillan, Wade Keeter, C.J. Ellis, Brian Lawrence
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THE CLOTHING 3 MONKEYS CHILDREN’S BOUTIQUE has a new expanded location in Rogers at The Shoppes at Pinnacle Hills. Owner Mandy Hunt and her staff work together to provide clients with the best in personal shopping, including services such as photographing each complete outfit to help kids dress themselves, and delivering to in or out-of-state customers on approvals. They even offer girls’ birthday parties with a photographer on-site. “Our motto is: Wear your child’s style begins,” Hunt says. With the largest inventory of children’s clothing in Arkansas, it’s important to the staff at 3 Monkeys that their clients see something new and unique each time they visit the store. “We truly have fun creating one-of-a-kind outfits for one-of-a-kind children,” Hunt says. Their extensive collection includes lines from: Diesel, Seven For All Mankind, True Religion, Rock & Republic, Burberry, Nolita Pocket, RARE, Ed Hardy, Little Marc Jacobs, Ugg, Morgan & Milo, Naturino, Lili Gaufrette, Juicy Couture, Marese, Hartford, Deux Par Deux, Luna Luna, Lipstik Girls, Ben Sherman Kids, John Galliano, Petunia Pickle Bottom, My Vintage Baby, Maclaren, Punkee Monkee and Lemon Loves Lime. Coming Spring of 2010 are Baby Dior, Scotch & Soda, Nellystella and Charlie Rocket. If you want to see the latest and greatest styles for children, visit 3 Monkeys for designer styles in pint-sized clothing. Their focus on customer service and unique fashions will have everyone in the family wishing they could shop there. Or visit www.3monkeysboutique.com today and enjoy shopping from home.
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Red coat by C. Luce and gray fedora by Jeanne Simmons, available at Maude Boutique, Fayetteville; Vintage teardrop necklace by Angel Court, available at Box Turtle, Little Rock; Black dress by Poppy Garden, available at Ember Boutique, Little Rock
Helena Rubinstein All You’ve Ever Wanted, available at www.macys. com; Laura Mercier Eau Gourmande Marrons Glaces, available at Glo Limited, Little Rock and Fayetteville; Estee Lauder Private Collection Jasmine White Moss, available at Dillard’s and Belk Pink gloves and scarf by Echo Design, available at Accessory Gallery, Hot Springs
Kiehl’s Original Musk Blend No. 1, available at Baumans, Little Rock; Tous Man, available at Dillard’s locations statewide; Republic of Men cologne, available at Banana Republic locations statewide
Angelo Nardelli wool herringbone coat and Salvatore Ferragamo cashmere and silk scarf, available at Baumans, Little Rock; St. Croix shirt, available at J. Duke & Co., Little Rock Tasmere by St. Croix brown cotton vest, available at J. Duke & Co.; Toms shoes in Martinez, available at Box Turtle, Little Rock 66 At Home in Arkansas
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Holiday entertaining can be simple yet elegant with original pieces of pottery from McCartys of Merigold. Large square bowl, $67; vase, $52; available at The Full Moon in Little Rock, 501-663-4367
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Deck the halls in a unique way with a cardboard deer head decorated with warm and fuzzy ornaments made from handcrafted New Zealand wool. Deer head, $68; ornaments, $14; available at Haus Werk in Little Rock, 501-663-5251
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Dress up any outďŹ t for your holiday parties with these fashionable heels. And just in time for the holidays, these UGG boots are great to give as a gift or put on your own wish list. Betsey Johnson sparkle Kanata pumps, $200; Olivia Rose Tal suede and feather Galleria heels, $390; classic short grey UGG boots, $145; suburb crochet black UGG boots, $185; available at Solemates in Little Rock, 501-716-2960
Bright colors and big ribbons dress up custom-made magnetic boards and frames from Two Sisters Designs. There are several different colors and styles as well; available at Tuck & Cover in Little Rock, 501-225-8825
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Sparkle this holiday season with Tacori’s 18-karat white gold and diamond initial pendant and matching ring. As seen on Tori & Dean, Home Sweet Hollywood. Necklace, $3390; ring, $2390; available at Jones & Son Diamond and Bridal Fine Jewelry in Little Rock, 501-224-3433
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Whether you are snuggling up next to the fireplace or going out on the town, you’ll be perfectly comfortable in Michael Stars. Shirts, scarves, cardigans and dresses, $36-$98; Arkansas’ largest selection of Michael Stars is available at Darling’s in Newport, 870-523-5888
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Let a picture say a thousand words in a gift frame by Sugarboo Designs, engraved with beautiful phrases for any occasion. Large frame, $265; available at Vesta’s in Little Rock, 501-375-7820
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Statement jewelry is back in a big way, and you won’t find a more tasteful take on the trend than these bold designs by Gurhan Jewelry. Necklace, $2,475; bracelet, $1,500; available at Roberson’s Fine Jewelry in Little Rock, 501-664-9000
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Surprise her with diamonds that will last forever. 14-karat white gold diamond hoop earrings with 3.63 total carat weight; Lagos diamond circle necklace featuring sterling silver and 18-karat yellow gold; black diamond bracelet with diamond clasp and 84 total carat weight. Prices available upon request; available at Sissy’s Log Cabin in Pine Bluff, 888-879-3940
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Pour the holiday cheer with this ornate 2.5-gallon beverage server. $289; available at Sowell’s Furniture in Searcy, 501-268-8100
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The State Capitol has a long history of Christmas traditions. This year, make a Christmas ornament of the Arkansas State Capitol part of your own gift-giving tradition. $19.50; available at the State Capitol Gift Shop, 501-682-3593
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Light up the holiday season with a timeless treasure—a concrete scroll lamp signed by the Atlanta artist who created it. Lamp (shade not included), $125; available at Beth Davis Interiors in Searcy, 501-305-3139
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This versatile sterling silver and abalone necklace by Olivia Sordo Design Studio can span the seasons--complementing a winter sweater as easily as a light summer dress. $70; available at the Old State House Museum Store in Little Rock, 501-324-9685
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The Holiday Shimmer Collection from Borghese includes the all new all over shimmer powder that comes with its own brush. Other items include lip plumper, lip pencil, lip gloss, liquid eyeliner and mascara. $18.50-$31.50; available at Enhancements Boutique in Jonesboro, 870-932-0058
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Help children and families around the globe receive training and the gift of livestock to become self-reliant; available at Heifer International in Little Rock, 800-422-0474. Log on to www.heifer.org for pricing.
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The Unique Copper chiminea is so versatile it also works as a fire pit or as a grill. Made of solid copper, the iron base and grate are included. Price available upon request; available at Ken Rash’s of Arkansas in Little Rock, 501-663-1818.
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A large hand-painted picture frame by Consuela pairs vintage style and Southwestern flair for a design that is completely original. $175; available at House to Home in Hot Springs, 501-520-4949
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SOUTH FOR THE WINTER PHOTOGRAPHY: LAURA LARUE/NANCY NOLAN/COURTESY EL DORADO CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
This holiday, bring along our itinerary for a family weekend in the historic small town of El Dorado
EL DORADO WAS ONE OF JUST FIVE TOWNS across the country to receive a coveted Great American Main Street award from the National Trust for Historic Preservation this year, prompting us to stop by and see what the buzz is all about. What we found is that friendly people and a delightfully slow pace make this southArkansas gem ideal for a family weekend getaway, especially during the hectic holidays. Visit www.GoElDorado. com for more information about holiday celebrations, including Cookies with Santa and the Toys for Tots Bike Run, both on December 5. FRIDAY EVENING Begin the weekend with a family dinner and movie date. The Laredo Grill (200 E. Main St., 870-875-1722) serves up Mexican food and hearty steaks in a relaxed atmosphere, a good primer for candy and popcorn at Stars Cinema (2620 W. Hillsboro St., 870-862-1919, www.starstheaters.com). Other more elegant dinner options are Fayray’s (110 E. Elm St., 870-863-4000), offering gourmet food and an impressive wine list, and Mel’s Seafood Restaurant (707 Timberlane Dr., 870-863-9950). Turn in at the Union Square Guest Quarters (234 E. Main St., 877-864-9701, www.usgq.net), where reservations include breakfast in a train car overlooking a courtyard and fountain.
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SATURDAY MORNING Bundle up for a stroll on the square. First stop: Elm Street Bakery (116 E. Elm St., 870-8818844), serving specialty coffees and teas, as well as pastries and fresh baked breads; the kids will love the marble soda fountain. House of Wylie (232 E. Main St., 870-862-6372) is another option for warming up with coffee. Next, browse a large selection of adult and children’s books tended to by a knowledgeable, friendly staff at Jefferson Street Books (117 N. Jefferson Ave., 870-862-8123); indulge in shoe therapy at Shelly’s Shoes, Etc. (115 N. Jefferson Ave., 870-875-1233); and window shop at Murphy-Pitard Jewelers (201 N. Jefferson Ave., 870-863-8818, www.murphy-pitard.com). For a home-style lunch, we love the vegetable soup and cornbread at The Old Towne Store (113 N. Jefferson Ave., 870-862-1060, www.theoldetownestore.com), which has a bakery and deli, and sells wholesome foods and supplements. Or make the short trip to Morgan’s Florist (320 W. Thompson St., 870-862-8933, www.morganflorist.com), a must-visit destination offering a deli with famous chicken salad, as well as an eclectic mix of gifts that includes hand soaps, picture frames and gift baskets—you can even pre-order and customize your own holiday wreaths to bring home. SATURDAY AFTERNOON Spend the afternoon marking off your holiday shopping list. On the square, Backwood’s Art and Frame Gallery (209 E. Main St., Ste. A, 870-863-5254) specializes in regional art; Murphy Long Design (111 E. Main St., 870-863-6625, www.murphylongdesign.com) offers unique accessories, furnishings, china, linens and more; and Too Cute (103-B E. Main St., 870-862-7979) will keep the kids entertained with toys and accessories. Further afield, Sports Alley (107 E. Cedar St., 870-862-8151, www.thesportsalley.com) is the place to buy gifts for the sports fanatics in your life; Especially for You (522 W. 19th St., 870-8639292) stocks jewelry, baby gifts, bags and more, 76 At Home in Arkansas
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all of which can be personalized with monograms; and Blewster’s Antiques (1603 W. Hillsboro St., 870-862-2903) is brimming with antiques, gifts and decorative accessories for the home. The Slaughter House of Gifts (1803 Sumac Dr., 870-863-4273) has a new location where you’re also sure to find a unique gift or two, whether it’s a kitchen gadget or tableware. SATURDAY EVENING When it’s time for dinner, Bayou Bistro (2422 N. West Ave., 870-8636700) serves up a menu full of Cajun-style spicy offerings. Or stay closer to the square for hot, cheesy pizza piled with your favorite toppings from Main Street Pizza (101 N. Jackson St., 870-863-0505). Satisfy your sweet tooth with a trip to local favorite La Bella Gourmet Gifts & Delicatessen (101 E. Main St., 870-862-4335), also a lovely place for lunch. Enjoy friendly service, browse a wide selection of international food items, and then order a hot drink and homemade fudge to enjoy during some late-night gazing at the holiday lights on the square. SUNDAY MORNING Wake up with a brisk morning walk through the South Arkansas Arboretum (501 Timberlane Dr., 870-862-8131, Ext. 144), a 13-acre park featuring paved trails and indigenous Arkansas plants, before packing up and heading out of town. Because you took our advice and picked up some famous potatoflour donuts at The Spudnut Shop (810 W. Faulkner St., 870-863-9914) on Friday or Saturday, you can enjoy them in the car all the way home. See you on the road!
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last look Holiday Season, 2009
FROM AT HOME TO YOUR HOME,
HAPPY HOLIDAYS
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