April 2014

Have limited space in your yard? Tired of the same old terra cotta pots? Garden editor Joan McDonald teaches us how to get creative, and crafty, with three do-it-yourself container gardening projects

Give plain clay pots botanical pizzazz with this easy cast-leaf project

Jacob Lindsey brings equal parts chutzpah and worldly know-how to Charleston’s Civic Design Center

A neglected lot gets a makeover, including a new home and private garden that blend seamlessly by design    

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A grand community garden opens in West Ashley

Toy inventor Dr. David Wyman takes entrepreneurship seriously    

For centuries, local youngsters have worn this charming accessory, noted for its stiff piqué brim and puffy organdy crown. Made by hand and ornamented with ribbons, lace, and embroidery, the bonnet remains as traditional a baby gift as the silver spoon—here in the Holy City, at least.

Healing Farms creates opportunity for developmentally disabled adults and  

Decoding digital communications for those who prefer, well, real communication

Tory Burch knows how to go Glam in a perfectly understated way. Mimic the designer’s chic look by pairing Metallic separates with colorful accessories and shimmery penny loafers

Looking back on American Civil War recipes  

Coming from a family of avid gardeners, FIG beverage director and recently named James Beard Outstanding Wine Program semifinalist David McCarus knows flowers almost as well as he knows wine. Here, he shares his favorite floral vintages

Our taste & tell guide to the latest F&B openings in Charleston