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Throw a LOCAL Anniversary Party!

by TrishJuly 26, 2010

When it came time to throw my in laws (who I adore by the way) a 50th Anniversary party, I knew what I had to do! Keep it simple, keep it beautiful and KEEP IT LOCAL! (Even if some of the most important family members were from out of town… giggle, snort!) When having a [...]

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Consignments 1st ~ Give*a*Way

by TrishJune 23, 2010

I {MJ}discovered Consignments 1st about 2 years ago when it first opened. {located next to Big Lots on Battleground in Greensboro} I am always on a quest for something to tweak my home decor and I’m also on a budget. After several visits I realized I had found a spot that has [...]

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The Saltbox

by TrishJune 18, 2010
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Do you know about The Saltbox on State Street in Greensboro? We have discovered a great find in the Triad full of Folk Art, Furniture and Custom Lighting. This Greensboro store has been around for over 35 years!  Take a few minutes to drink in the fabulous pictures Trish took during our visit!  She [...]

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The Extra Ingredient

by TrishJune 16, 2010
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We have always had a fondness for The Extra Ingredient.  That fondness has grown by twofold as we’ve gotten to know owners Art and Martha Nading.  They opened The Extra Ingredient in Greensboro in 1985. They are proud to say that after 25 years their store continues to be an independently owned and operated [...]

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Introducing…The Green Samaritan

by TrishJune 14, 2010
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Hello Triad! I am thrilled to be joining SEEK to start sharing all the great green finds throughout the Greensboro, Winston-Salem and High Point! Don’t forget to join my Facebook Page to keep up with my regular updates and green tips! And I Twitter too @GreenSamaritan!

As I look back on my years growing up in [...]

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Fun Find Friday

by TrishJune 11, 2010
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Here at Seek the Triad, we are kicking off “Fun Find Friday”, just in time for Father’s Day! Our goal this summer is to bring you simple, “Fun Finds” in the Triad with just a quick picture or three and their locations.
Do you know of a fun find here in the Triad??? E-mail Trish Naylor [...]

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In the Clear Organizing

by TrishJune 7, 2010
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Everyone has a closet or drawer they keep closed while company is visiting. Some of us even have an entire house that needs help! That’s where Stephanie Marshall, founder of In the Clear Organizing, can help!  Stephanie says, “I am passionate about living an organized lifestyle and helping others achieve the same goal. Being organized [...]

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Summer Art Camp with Katie ~Give*A*Way~

by TrishJune 4, 2010

Art Class with Katie Wall Podracky
Join the fun at The Art House located on Church St. in Greensboro , for summer art classes sure to thrill all emerging artists! Professional artist, Katie Wall Podracky will lead weekly projects for students age 5 to 13. She has a summer full of fun ideas for your budding [...]

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Andrea Halsey Photography

by TrishMay 18, 2010
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Today we have some serious eye candy for you! We are thrilled that our very favorite local photographer, Andrea Halsey, is one of our sponsors this month!
Andrea Halsey Photography has the cutest little Boutique Studio in the Triad! Located on State Street in Greensboro.   This studio is all about capturing every milestone in [...]

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Katie Wall Art ~ Abstract Art

by TrishMay 14, 2010

Abstract art can be a little scary. After all, the rules change. One plus two does not necessarily add up to three in this realm. Instead, the art is all about self-expression. The swirl of a blue line against an orange blob can be more than the sum of its parts. Together, the marks can [...]

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Ashleigh’s Fine Papers

by TrishMay 3, 2010
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Welcome Triad to Ashleigh’s Fine Paper! We have done it again, fallen in love with another local and independently owned shop and shop keeper in the wonderful Triad city of Greensboro!

Ashleigh’s Fine Paper is a premiere destination for classic one of a kind invitations, stationery and gifts. Ashleigh has invitations and coordinating items for [...]

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The Shindig

by TrishApril 30, 2010
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Shin-diggity Dog!
Aka…The Shindig, Sunday, May 2nd 12-6 p.m.
What, pray tell, is a shindig you ask? In essence it’s a dance, a celebration, a party full of merrymaking and exuberance! The best part of all is that this one is free! On Sunday, May 2nd in Downtown Greensboro at the 300 block of South [...]

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Re-use you Grandma’s goods!

by TrishApril 28, 2010
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It all began with my empty dining room table. I have a clear view of it from my kitchen and foyer and it made me feel a little dreary. As they say, “Spring has sprung” and I decided to let it spring right onto my table with the hope it would lift my spirits. [...]

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Mary Miles Andrews

by TrishApril 19, 2010
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If you’ve been following us for a while, you might recall this cool lady… Mary Miles Andrews. She’s smart, classy and ohhhh so talented!!! We are excited to share with you all her latest goods. Mary Miles is savvy when it come to bringing the Triad exquisite and elegant linens to choose from.

You don’t already [...]

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Re-Inspiration with Laura Redd Interiors

by MJApril 14, 2010
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There is so much to love about Laura Redd of Laura Redd Interiors we don’t know where to start. Laura is a multi-talented woman who has accomplished quite a bit in the design business in Greensboro, NC over the years. In fact, she was featured yesterday on WMFY News 2! {Check out [...]

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Total Bliss ~ Don’t Miss Events

by TrishApril 5, 2010
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If you have not been to Total Bliss in Summerfield then you are missing out big time!  Put it on your calendar to stop by this Thursday April 8th  from 6-8 pm.  Nancy is having an Open House with 20% off storewide. Unwind and shop while you sip a glass of  wine. Better get there [...]

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Southern Ideal Home Show

by MJMarch 26, 2010

written by Angela Newsom, {www.thecouponmakeover.com}
So where are you headed this weekend? How about going out for a few freebies, along with some advice about your home, yard, garden, groceries, and more?
The Southern Ideal Home Show is being held this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at the Greensboro Coliseum. Taking the theme of “Hundreds of Experts, [...]

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me & e

by TrishMarch 24, 2010
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We’ve been doing a little spring shopping in one of our favorite hot spots in Greensboro. ME & E shop owners Elizabeth and Mary Ellen are fresh from New York with some serious must haves!

First off, the Stickr Frames have been restocked and they have expanded their selection as well!  We love the Stickr [...]

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Kacey Myers Interior Design ~ Room Makeover Give*A*Way!

by TrishMarch 19, 2010
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Kacey Myers is a North Carolina based interior designer of the custom design firm, Kacey Myers Interior Design. With “confidence and creative panache”, design-savvy Kacey assists clients in realizing that items of great design do come in all shapes, sizes and are well within reach! They could quite possibly be hiding in your guest room [...]

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Orchard House Gifts

by TrishMarch 8, 2010
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Are you getting that Spring fever? Are you looking for some great Spring Gifts to fill those Easter baskets? Make sure to step into Orchard House Gifts to get your fill of Spring Goodies!!! What Great finds to be had by all!!!

Look at these great little purse organizers! Pouchee takes place of ALL the crazy [...]

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N.I.C.E. and Green ~ Natural Interior Care Experts

by MJMarch 4, 2010
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It is MJ here, your resident Green, Healthy, Natural, and whatever else kind of name you want to call me, girl! I’m super excited today to tell you about one of our latest sponsors N.I.C.E. and Green! First, let me give you a little background so you can truly appreciate the status of [...]

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Fresh Seek Season!

by MJMarch 1, 2010
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We are kicking off a fresh season at SEEK! Spring is on its way {hopefully}! Our homes are the center of our lives. We will be focusing on many elements surrounding our homes and our daily lives. We have a lot of fresh and inspiring themes, things and people to introduce [...]

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Thrill of the Hunt ~ Crafty Inspiration!

by MJFebruary 17, 2010
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Trish was on a hunt for a vintage broach for a project she has been working on. She knew right where to go, Thrill of the Hunt. Carol got it right when she picked the name for her Greensboro store. Her store is packed with so many vintage goodies! Here are [...]

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Lampe Berger

by TrishJanuary 26, 2010
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Seek promised to give you tips on your home. A first in a series of “Clean Home Finds” in the Triad.What Seek found most impressive is the fact that it kills 65% of the bacteria in your homes air! Each Lampe Berger lamp features, under its’ stylish cap, a patented catalytic burner that destroys odors [...]

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Nplace Design ~ Organizing Tip of the Day

by TrishJanuary 15, 2010
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Organize One Cabinet at a Time…
Don’t let organization overwhelm you. Start small and try to add at least one new organizing project a week. Your cabinets are a great place to start. I love organizing kitchen cabinets, drawers, pantries and refrigerators. It’s definitely the one place that easily gets cluttered because it’s [...]

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Organize Tip #1: Contain your Clutter

by TrishJanuary 9, 2010
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Now that 2010 is 9 days old, SEEK wants to help get you get organized before the year gets away! Each week we will be bringing you an organizing tip to help inspire you to take charge of getting our lives more manageable. We will be introducing you next week to our featured Organizer, [...]

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Countryside Designs Inc. ~ Day 22 Give*A*Way

by TrishDecember 22, 2009
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When you call on Tana at C.D.I., you’re calling on a woman who can do just about anything with a paintbrush and a sewing needle. Tana has worked with decorators from all over the state, fauxed million dollar homes, decorated personal homes and businesses for the holidays.  Bring her a picture of any window treatment [...]

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Tim Bryson Designs ~ Day 20 Give*A*Way

by TrishDecember 20, 2009
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When Trish and MJ opened a bright orange door a few month ago we discovered more than just amazing talent working together in a design co-op. We found some really great friends, one of them being the oh so talented Tim Bryson, of Bryson Flooring and Designs. Tim {and all the others!} welcomed [...]

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Irving Park Kitchen and Bath ~ Day 18 Give*A*Way

by TrishDecember 18, 2009
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Today SEEK is proud to showcase the oh so talented Ashley White! Ashley is an experienced professional designer of custom kitchens & baths and owns Irving Park Kitchen and Bath, which is part of The Orange Door Design Co Op we’ve come to love so much. Irving Park Kitchen & Bath is the ultimate [...]

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O Sew Precious ~ Day 11 Give*A*Way

by TrishDecember 11, 2009
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Today SEEK is introducing you to a very special friend of ours, Janelle Siperek. Janelle is one incredibly talented lady, we have yet to see something she can’t do and do WELL!  Every so often we have an oportunity to feature mom’s who have “retired” from their careers to stay home and raise their children. [...]

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