SALE!!!

It is that time of year again, July Dot Sale!!

Come join us for our annual sale! Many items all over the store are already marked 20%, 30%, 50% or 75% off. What a great time to come on in and check it out for yourself.

Hope to see you soon!

How to be GREEN....

National Geographic has recently published a complete guide on how to be Green. Green Guide, The Complete Reference for Consuming Wisely is an excellent source for good eco-friendly practices, quick tips, and facts you need to know about our environment.




Excerpt from book:


Eco Tip: Fresher Floors
-Install new carpets with tacks, not glue, if possible. See if your carpet retailer has a take back program to recycle your old carpet.
-To reduce tracked-in-dirt, pesticides, and other pollutants, remove your shoes when entering the house.
-If your carpets contain synthetic components or finishes, avoid exposing them to direct sunlight or heat above 80 degrees fahrenheit, which makes them emit more fumes.
-Many carpet shampoos contain toxic, irritating solutions. Select natural carpet shampoos, and keep children away from newly cleaned carpet for several hours.
-Vacuum twice weekly, preferably with a machine that contains a HEPA filter, which traps tiny allergens.
-After steam-cleaning carpets, use a dehumidifier to speed drying and remove excess moisture (which can lead to mildew).

STAR of the Month

All Picture Frames are 20% OFF the entire month of June!!!

Sale includes all in stock Sugar Boo handmade photo boxes.

Father's Day In Style

Instead of a tie this year....why not accessorize his work or home office?

Spice offers classy accessories for any man's office. Why not add a touch of style to his bookshelves with these great items?

Items shown in picture:

Globes available in many colors and sizes $10-14

Globe stands available in wood, aluminum, and bronze $7

Fliptop books with storage space $12-22

Magnifying glass $25

Picture frames *20% off throughout the month of June*

Summertime All Year Round!

The Summertime Anytime Cookbook by Dana Slatkin is a must for any cook! This collection of 130 recipes includes everything from sauces, dressings, desserts, salads, beach dinners to beauty tips, decorating advice and beach activities. What a great way to incorporate summer living into your everyday life.


Lobster Salad with Mango, Papaya, Cucumber, Avacado, and Lime-mint Vinaigrette


1 large precooked whole lobster
1 English cucumber
1 head butter lettuce, leaves torn into large pieces
Lime-Mint Vinaigrette (page 240)
1 mango, peeled, pitted, and sliced
1 papaya, peeled, pitted, and sliced
1 firm but ripe avocado, peeled, pitted, and sliced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Chopped fresh herbs, such as basil or mint, for garnish
Salmon caviar, for garnish, optional


1. With a sharp knife, carefully cut off the lobster tail where it joins the body. Break off the claws, legs, and feelers. Using the knife, split the body in half lengthwise and remove the red coral and liver, reserving the coral for garnish. Remove the tail meat and the black vein; slice the meat on the bias into 1-inch-thick pieces. Crack the claws and knuckles and remove the meat from them. Keep the lobster meat chilled until ready to serve.


2. To assemble, stir the reserved lobster coral into 1/2 cup of the vinaigrette and use to lightly dress the cucumber and butter lettuce. Arrange on serving plates or a platter with the mango, papaya, and avocado slices. Place the slices of lobster on top of the salad, season with salt and pepper, and drizzle with additional vinaigrette to taste. Serve chilled, garnished with herbs and a spoonful of salmon caviar, if desired.


Recipe found in The Summertime Anytime Cookbook page 117