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HIVE abuzz with surprises — including fresh flowers and a to-the-trade showroom
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HIVE abuzz with surprises — including fresh flowers and a to-the-trade showroom

By Carleton Varney

Sectional sofas are certainly retaining their comfortable position as a staple of today’s decorating world. If you look at the design preferences of the minimalist set, it’s not unusual to see a sectional sofa placed in...
Pumpkin season brings plenty of colorful inspiration
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Pumpkin season brings plenty of colorful inspiration

By Carleton Varney

It’s finally here — the season for pumpkin pie. Forget key lime, which I love during the warmer months, but I’m ready for that warm-orange hue on my dessert plate. These fall days signal the start of pumpkin gathering...
With the season in view, designer Carleton Varney offers a few gift ideas
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With the season in view, designer Carleton Varney offers a few gift ideas

By Carleton Varney

Hard to believe that Wednesday marked the start of autumn. The new social season is nearly upon those of us who are lucky enough to spend time in Palm Beach.  In most years, that milestone would mean gearing up for dinner parties...
Versatile Vases are Perfect Gifts
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Versatile Vases are Perfect Gifts

By Carleton Varney

If the pandemic hasn’t stopped you from taking care of your holiday shopping in brick-and-mortar stores this Christmas, I know the shopkeepers are appreciative of your business. But when I’m thinking about a gift that’s...
Palm Beach Decorating: In The Pink for Valentine's Day
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Palm Beach Decorating: In The Pink for Valentine's Day

By Carleton Varney

If you are a Palm Beach card player who is into bridge, you might know my friend, master bridge player Louise Aylward, who next Friday would be my choice as Queen of Hearts for Valentine’s...
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These Gifts Will Make Any Bride and Groom Happy

By Carleton Varney

It’s nearly June — and that means it’s bride time. Time for the white gowns, the bridesmaids dresses, the invitations, the guest lists, the flowers, the table settings, the decisions about what the mothers of...