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April 2004: Home & Garden Guide
| GARDENS & MORE | |
| American Plant Food Company, Inc. APF is a full-service neighborhood garden center. Our goal is to carry the highest quality merchandise and provide the best customer service so that everyone's garden grows. Bethesda-Chevy Chase location: 5258 River Rd., 301-656-3311; Beltway location: 7405 River Rd., 301-469-7690. www.americanplantfood.com, Bethesda, MD, |
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Behnke Nurseries Behnke Nurseries offer the widest practical selection of top quality plants with knowledgeable staff to assist in plant chores and educate in plant care. www.behnkes.com, 11300 Baltimore Ave., Route 1, Beltsville, MD, 301-937-1100. |
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Blooming Spaces, Inc. Blooming Spaces specializes in unique designs. We create colorful perennial gardens as well as exceptional flower, fruit and veggie arrangements for your next special event. www.bloomingspaces.com, 13411 Bryce Ct., Herndon, VA, 703-435-1882. |
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Cheryl Corson Design Let an experienced landscape designer help bring your dream garden to life. I offer comprehensive design services and a network of proven installation professionals. 301-627-1847 (voice); 202-494-5054 (cell). www.cherylcorson.com, cheryl@cherylcorson.com, |
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Greenhouse at Washington National Cathedral The largest selection of herbs in the District. Unique garden statuary, pots, soil, tools and supplies. New garden gifts arriving daily. Call for spring lecture series information. www.cathedral.org/shops, Mass. & Wisc. Aves., NW, Washington, DC, 202-537-6263. |
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Johnson's Flower & Garden Center Stroll through our beautiful displays, and see the many new products to enhance your home & garden this spring! In DC: 4200 Wisconsin Ave., NW, 202-244-6100. In MD: 12201 Darnestown Rd., Gaithersburg, 301-948-5650; 10313 Kensington Pkwy., Kensington, 301-946-6700; 5011 Olney-Laytonsville Rd., Olney, 301-987-1940. |
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Leesburg Flower and Garden Festival Saturday April 17, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. & Sunday, April 18, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Come see the transformation of historic Leesburg into a botanical garden! Landscape displays, potted plants, shrubs, trees, gardening supplies and entertainment. 14th Annual Festival. www.idalee.org, Historic Leesburg, VA, 703-777-1368. |
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Perfect Plantings Great prices. Quality plants. Premium service. Providing design & installation: drystack stonewalls, paver patios, low-voltage lighting, mulching & more. Family-owned and operated. Certified Professional Horticulturist. Nineteen years of experience. Serving Loudoun & Western Fairfax Counties. 703-777-4192. perfectplantings@yahoo.com, |
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Roche Bros., Inc. Design/Build Landscape Construction. Specializing in patios and walkways, retaining wall systems, stone & brick, water features, artchitectural elements, low-voltage lighting. MHIC#51784. www.rochebrothers.com, 301-428-0300. |
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Schlegel, Inc. Comprehensive Landscape Designs, Zen Gardens, Fish Ponds, Waterfalls. Intuitive definition of your exterior spaces through professional design, guidance and installation from first listening to last shovel of earth. susaninc@adelphia.net, 10414 Falls Forest Pl., Great Falls, VA, 410-320-7909. |
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Through the Garden Full-service design, installation, landscape firm specializing in flagstone patios & walkways, stone walls, outdoor lighting, landscape planting, theme gardens & water features. Serving MD, VA & DC. 301-831-4779 (metroline) or 703-383-0099. www.throughthegardeninc.com, 4014G Mountville Rd., Jefferson, MD, |
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HOME IMPROVEMENTS | |
| S.J. Berry Company A small, friendly business providing home painting, wallpapering and carpentry services. We take pride in our clean and careful work, and invite your consideration. Many of our "new" jobs are repeat customers who were pleased with our "old" jobs. 301-942-5445. |
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Cabinetpak Kitchens Cabinetpak's refacing system will give your outdated kitchen a fast, affordable facelift! Call today, or visit one of our showrooms to arrange a FREE in-home consultation. In MD: 10522 Detrick Ave., Kensington, 301-942-2929. In VA: 2240 Gallows Rd., Vienna, 703-207-3000. www.cabinetpak.com, |
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INTERIORS | |
| About Interiors Services include: Residential and Commercial Interior Design Solutions, Comprehensive Design Consultations, Home Remodeling, Retail Furniture Showroom, Decorative Accessories, Color Consultations, Schematic and Architectural Drawings, Lighting, Rugs, Art joannac@aboutinteriors.com, 5700 A Sunnyside Ave., Beltsville, MD, 301-220-2811. |
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America Oh Yes Specializing in Folk, Outsider and Self-taught Art. Amusing trifles costing next to nothing and stunning masterpieces that are priced accordingly. Come take a look around. www.americaohyes.com, 1350 Connecticut Ave., NW, Ste. 202, Washington, DC, 202-721-0043. |
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Bell, Book and Candle Shoppe A gift shop where personal joy and empowerment is just a click away! Hand-painted ceramic teapots, mugs dancing with flowers, candle holders and beeswax candles that bring the sweet smell of the garden inside. www.bellbookcandle.biz, |
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Best Dressed Windows In Town Unique custom-made window treatments. Drapery, valances, swags-n-cascades, balloon shades, bedspreads, wooden blinds, pleated shades. Hunter Douglas/Prestige products. Call for a consultation. 703-455-8682. |
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Carousel Consignments, Inc. Established for over 10 years. We have expanded to include fine furnishings, paintings, rugs, lamps, antiques & objects d'art. New items every week. 12168 Nebel St., Rockville, MD, 301-230-1300. |
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Cobblestones, Ltd. Visit for a unique shopping experience with beautiful antique furniture, artwork, exquisite lampshades & decorative accessories. We are located in an 18th-century cottage in the heart of historic Leesburg. We offer affordable in-home design consulations. www.cobblestonesltd.com, 219 W. Market St., Leesburg, VA, 703-443-0470. |
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Connecticut Avenue Collection, Inc. Complete the decoration of your home. Inventory ranges from traditional to casual, with a mix of shabby chic and antiques--always functional and affordable. www.connecticutavenuecollection.com, 5520 Connecticut Ave., NW, Washington, DC, 202-243-0133. |
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The Curtain Exchange Fashion for your windows. No Swatches. No guesswork. No waiting. Luxurious designer curtains ready to take home today. www.thecurtainexchange.com, 11942 Grand Commons Ave., Fairfax, VA, 703-266-5658. |
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Design Doctor, LLC Design Doctor, LLC writes perfect prescriptions for your home. Explore new colors, wallpapers, shutters, custom carpets and much more. Call for a personalized consultation. www.designdoctors.homestead.com, 202-723-9111. |
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Design that Fits Design that Fits...your room, your style and your budget! Featuring one-day room re-designs. Re-invent your space in ways you never imagined! Design consultations, accessory shopping, residential space planning & more! www.designthatfits.com, 301-257-9229. |
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Diamonds & Rust Enterprises, Inc. Antique decorative items for your home. We now specialize in antique and vintage finds with a feminine flair. marcia@lkyi.com, 4515 Daly Dr., Ste. N, Chantilly, VA, 703-222-9085. |
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Duron Paint & Wallcovering Our two-story showroom offers paint, wallcoverings and blinds for residential and commercial applications. Select from in-stock, or special order wallcoverings. Paint: 301-654-7955. Wallcovering: 301-654-7951. 4809 Ashburn Ave., Bethesda, MD, |
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Dussard Gallery Dussard Art Gallery can lend that French accent to your home or business with original art. Call for private showings. www.dussardgallery.com, 910 Princess Anne St., Ste. 103, Fredericksburg, VA, 540-752-2308. |
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Esoterica of Leesburg Until our move this summer, visit us for the finest in candles, crystals, fantasy figures--dragons, faries, angels, gargoyles & wizards. http://esotericaofleesburg.com, 25 S. King St., Leesburg, VA, |
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Foxhall Gallery Foxhall Gallery: A full-service gallery since 1976, featuring an extensive collection of original art and sculpture with an emphasis on contemporary realism. Services include framing design, restoration and installation. www.foxhallgallery.com, 3301 New Mexico Ave., NW, Washington, DC, 202-966-7144. |
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G Street Fabrics Offers a large selection of in-stock fabrics, trims, hardware and custom-made window treatments, slipcovers and upholstery. We also offer over 300 classes each semester. Call us today for further information. In MD: Rockville, 301-231-8998. In VA: Centreville, 703-818-8090; Falls Church, 703-241-1700; Potomac Mills, 703-494-5900. |
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Gallery 222 Loudoun's showcase for original fine art, Gallery 222 presents the area's premier artists including Dasher Chagnaa, Carmen Howell, Alfred McAdams, Kurt Schwarz and Antonia Walker. gwaldron@anent.com, 222 S. King St., Leesburg, VA, 703-777-5498. |
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Healing Environments We combine Feng Shui recommendations and Interior Design solutions, explain basic concepts, and clear up the conflicting statements made in many books. barbd@aol.com, 301-807-0343. |
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Infusion Antiques and Home Accessories Offering an inspiring collection of affordable Chinese classic and country furniture and accents that add beauty, style and harmony to your home. Discover the timeless elegance of culture & craftsmanship in our unique collection of hand-painted furniture. Visit our showroom by appointment only or at the Leesburg Antique Emporium. 32 S. King St., Leesburg, VA, 703-669-6300. www.infusionantiques.com. |
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Interior Revivals Get set up in your new home in 48 hours transforming your interiors from ordinary to extraordinary by utilizing what you already own. You get the designer look, but for a fraction of the traditional desinger cost. yubacaroline@hotmail.com, 4615 N. Park Ave., Ste. 504, Chevy Chase, MD, 301-718-2927. |
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Jill Designs, LLC We come to your home with fabrics to help you create personalized window treatments, reupholstery, bedroom ensembles, slipcovers, exciting new color schemes and more! jillskahn@earthlink.net, 314 Nimitz Ave., Rockville, MD, 301-762-4575. |
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Laird Design Murals, Old World finishes, Venetian plasters, marble, gilding, European textures, furniture. irdird@earthlink.net, 703-834-0078. |
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Monarch Paint & Wallcovering Co. Introducing a new Decorating Center at the Chevy Chase store offering Hunter Douglas Window Treatments, Fabric & over 600 Wallcovering Collections. Paint lines include Benjamin Moore, C-2, Fine Paints of Europe and a full line of faux finishing products. www.monarchpaintandwalls.com, 5608 Connecticut Ave., NW, Washington, DC, 202-686-5550. |
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The Mud Hut Our studio has hundreds of ceramic pieces. After you design and paint your dishes, bathroom or other decorative items, we fire them. All items are food safe. www.mudhutstudios.com, 3231 Spartan Rd., Olney, MD, 301-260-8786. |
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National Museum of Women in the Arts The Women's Museum opens "Nordic Cool: Hot Women Designers" on April 23, showcasing over 200 of the best designs for the home from the Nordic countries. www.nmwa.org, 1250 New York Ave., NW, Washington, DC, 202-783-7372. |
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Podrasky Studios Podrasky Studios specializes in custom-painted finishes, Venetian plaster, gilded surfaces and hand-painted furniture. The company is dedicated to high quality craftsmanship and service. suzpodrasky@hotmail.com, 112 Rittenhouse St., NW, Washington, DC, 202-726-3035. |
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Rendezvous Gallery Art for you, your home and your garden. Garden stakes, sculpture, paintings, functional and decorative glass and ceramics, wearable art and jewelry. www.rendezvousstyle.com, 5 Loudoun St., SE, Leesburg, VA, 703-669-9620. |
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Room Therapy In just one day, we can create a warm, inviting room using the furnishings you already own. We also consult on color palettes, paint & fabric choices, window treatments and furniture selections to help you avoid costly decorating mistakes. mbobb@erols.com, 301-670-8600. |
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Rooms Redefined Rearrangement of furniture and accessories is just part of my flat-rate service. I provide a professional, written design plan containing all the details you need to complete the look you want, whether you are redecorating or starting from scratch. Call Jeanne Turner today. www.RoomsRedefined.com, 703-406-7511. |
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SAGE We offer beautiful home furnishings, accessories & gifts. Call us for a home appointment so we can help you get your home ready for springtime! 132 Maple Ave., E., Vienna, VA, 703-255-5882. |
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Shade & Shutter Shack of Georgetown, Inc. We offer a full line of custom window treatments from Hunter Douglas, Lafayette, Graber and others. Installation and design consultations are always free. Call us today. www.shadeandshuttershack.com, 2352 Wisconsin Ave., NW, Washington, DC, 202-333-0058. |
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Pappabello Pappabello Antique Shows, the recognized leader in bringing national and international dealers into the area. A unique blend of quality and diversity. Art, estate & fine furniture, rugs, jewelry, accessories, antiquarian books & collectibles. Antiques at Oatlands, Leesburg, VA, May 1 & 2, 2004. See ad in this issue. www.pappabello.com, 301-933-9433. |
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Vita Designs An interior design service specializing in draperies, color consultation and creative solutions. Hire me to rearrange your furniture and accessories to produce a new look. www.vitadesigns.com, 301-949-8482. |
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Westminster Antique Mall Westminster Antique Mall, the 3rd largest antique mall in Maryland, has been awarded Carroll County's "Best" for 4 years. Great dealers, great prices. Located between Baltimore & Frederick at 433 Hahn Rd. Westminster, MD, 410-857-4044. |
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Wind 8 Water Feng Shui Feng Shui, the Chinese art & science of living in harmony and being at one with nature. Abundance, Harmony & Prosperity are waiting for you. DC, MD & N. VA. www.Wind8Water.com, 703-822-9864. |
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Yesteryear Restoration I have offered an excellent furniture restoration service since 1987. Antique or newer. Repairs, regluing, stripping, refinishing, recaning. From chairs to pianos. Pick-up/delivery. Call Janet Beyea. jbeyea34@yahoo.com, 7420 Hawkins Creamery Rd., Laytonsville, MD, 301-948-3979. |
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SPRING CLEANING & ORGANIZING | |
| Absoulute Organizing Solutions Want more calm and less chaos in your space? We help Calm your SOUL by Clearing your SPACE. Organize and manage your space, time, clutter, paper and information. www.absouluteorg.com, aos@absouluteorg.com, 202-291-7025. |
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Amazing Space Let Amazing Space help you make more space and regain efficiency by organizing, decluttering, disposing of unwanted treasures. 202-625-1414. |
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Closets 911 Creative clutter control and storage solutions for home or office. Assistance in downsizing if moving to a smaller residence/retirement center. Complimentary consultations. closets911@erols.com, 703-845-1473. |
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Clutterbusters Let clutterbusters provide solutions to all your organizing needs! Call for a free evaluation. We now offer cleaning services too! www.theclutterbusters.com, 301-309-9614. |
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Pam Newton & Co. - Interior Design & Moving Services for Seniors Expert help for seniors who are downsizing & moving to smaller homes: designers plan space & decorate, retaing clients' most suitable furnishings; organizers sort household, arrange disposal, coordinate movers & unpack. www.pamnewtonandcompany.com, 301-765-9656. |
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Potomac Regional Services Offering professional carpet care, stone and marble maintenance and wood restoration in your home or office. Please call for special spring promotions. Serving Maryland, DC and N. Virginia. potomac@netzero.net, 301-755-7017. |
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Psyched 4 Success We specialize in helping individuals manage and organize their homes or businesses by creating a tailored system to meet the individual's growth and needs. www.psyched4success.com, 301-461-9705. |
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The Runaround Professional home and office organizing. Services include, but not limited to: time and space solutions, paper management, filing systems and general clutter control. www.runaround.com, 301-922-0196. |
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Terminix Best in the Business. Guaranteed pest and termite control. Free inspection - flexible appointments. State certified inspector. Call Rich Dooly. www.Terminix.com, 301-840-9555. |
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ETCETRA | |
| Drink More Water Our mission is to provide the absolute highest quality bottled water via outstanding delivery service. Drink More Water offers no-spill coolers and bottles with handles. 301-417-9333. |
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First Horizons Marye Jo Hartley If you're not living in the house of your dreams...you're probably working with the wrong loan officer! 320 King St., Ste. 201, Alexandria, VA, 703-706-4060. |
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GW University Landscape Design Program This highly regarded program focuses on the art and discipline of small-scale landscape design and features evening and weekend classes taught by degreed practitioners www.gwu.edu/gwnearyou, 2029 K St., NW, Ste. 200, Washington, DC, 202-572-5710. |
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National Mold Specialists Beware - toxic mold found in Washington, DC, and surrounding areas. National Mold Specialists provides certified mold inspections, testing and assessments of homes, apartments, rentals and/or business property. www.NationalMoldSpecialists.com, 410-553-9331. |
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USDA Graduate School Enrich your life and your garden! We have evening and weekend courses in horticulture, landscaping, natural history, environmental studies, nature photography and more. Join us! Course information, 202-314-3650. Registration, 888-744-GRAD. www.grad.usda.gov, |
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W.C. & A.N. Miller Realtors - Ellen Cohen The #1 Realtor choice of Washington area women for over 19 years! Call Ellen Cohen, Service Specialist. Licensed in MD, DC & VA. www.EllenCohen.com, ecohen@wcanmiller.com, 301-229-4000. |
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Weichert Realtors - Marian Lis, Realtor Virginia Real Estate Specialist with 25 years of sales, marketing and negotiation experience. Full-time, Full-Service Realtor. Works with buyers & sellers. www.marianlis.com, marianlis@weichert.com, 703-477-6234. |
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Weichert Realtors Call Tori Stright, Bev Schwartz & Deborah Younkers - A Perfect Blend. With 22-years real estate experience and backgrounds in law, business & customer service, for the perfect blend of real estate professionals. Serving the Washington metropolitan area. 301-681-0550, exts. 155, 157 & 201. tstright@weichert.com, |
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Your Pet's Business Your Pet's Business "Is Our Business." Dog Waste Removal Services. Serving VA, DC & MD. www.yourpetsbusiness.com, 703-445-9911. |
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