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Campfires 101: Shopping Guide
By Christine Eisner
Editor's Note: Read Christine Eisner's feature in the November edition of Atlanta INtown at this link. And for more about Eisner's work, visit her website at www.lifestyledesign.org.
Campfire Building 101:
As with the wood-and-sticks variety, building Campfires is easy when you are equipped with practical tools and a bit of know-how. Here’s how:
1. Gather: Select elements that are meaningful to you. These might include what I call Treasures, which can be tangible objects as well as intangibles like sunlight, breezes, hobbies, daily rituals, and of course pets and people – including yourself!
2. Arrange: Set these elements out intentionally so that they might reinforce each other. Just as a moth is drawn to a light bulb at night, these elements become an irresistible invitation for you to draw closer.
3. Tend: Just like the real ones, a Campfire will fade away if it is not tended. Tend your Campfires by working them into your daily rhythms and routines.
An Easy Sit-Down Dinner
Credits:Placemats, plates, wood cutting board and condiment bowls, Parma ham, artisan goat cheese and Moutarde de Meaux from the relocated and vastly expanded Savor, Peachtree Battle Shopping Center, 2355 Peachtree Road.
Amber "Polka" glasses from Cocktail Hour, Peachtree Battle Shopping Center, 2385 Peachtree Road.
Fabulous biscuits topped with signature apple butter from The Flying Biscuit (six locations, including their newest in Norcross).
Thanksgiving
Credits: Flickering light 5" candles, sprays of berries and oak leaves from Limetree, now with 6 stores, the newest in Ashley Park in Noonan.
Pewter oak leaf-trimmed candle holders and cake plate from Cocktail Hour.
Tablecloth, napkins, dinner plates and pressed glass goblets from Savor.A
When Day is Done…
Credits: A light timer is one of the most practical tools for balanced living. This one comes from Ace Hardware in Virginia Highland.
Taking a Break
Credits: Lamps and cigar palette coffee table, from Scott’s Antiques Market. The hand-painted plate is one of many fabulous tabletop items available at Savor.
Treat Yourself To Work
Credits: "Cheers" glassware from Cocktail Hour. Oval basket for paperwork or whatever needs taming in your home or office from Savor. Cream woolen throw from Ralph Lauren. Go to Atlanta Water Garden for a fabulous selection of water features for indoors and out.
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