Radiant Orchid was Pantone’s Color of the Year, but it’s blue — in all its variations — that’s making a statement. Value in investment and livable luxury are the buzz words in the design world. And mixed textures and midcentury forms will be trending in 2014.
Q: I’ve noticed two things about my lawn. First, there’s an area that is really green and much taller than the surrounding grass; and second, this same area is very soft. I know something is wrong, but I’m not sure how to fix it.
Dear Gail: We just moved into a larger home and have a lot more wall space than our last home. We thought we had enough artwork to fill the walls but we don’t. We’re not looking to invest in large pieces of artwork but want to finish decorating. What suggestions can you give us to fill our blank walls? — Rob &Karen.
The history of valentines can be traced back to St. Valentine, who died a martyr. A feast was named for him by the Catholic Church in the year 496. Other historical or legendary sources to the holiday mention two other men named Valentine, a suggestion that the holiday descended from a Roman fertility fest, and references to the Duke of Orleans’ letter in the 15th century that is considered the first valentine.
We are getting close to the right time for pruning grapes. This next Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon is a class on pruning grapes at the orchard in North Las Vegas. This class will help you get started on the right path toward good grape production no matter if they are trellised or climbing an arbor.
