Deck Your Doors

November 29, 2021 by Stephanie Maxwell Newton

Pinecone Primer: 3 ways to make a merry entrance using a winter woodland staple

SOUTHERN CHARM

“This is such a charming exterior so I really wanted to play on that with the magnolia,” says Christina Gore of Christina Gore Design Studio. Her clients Elizabeth and Scott Poynter have a huge magnolia tree on their property, providing tons of fresh clippings. Christina wired these into a faux base and used pinecones to add a contrasting texturing along the garland, which ends with giant-sized gold jingle bells. “Even as an adult everyone wants to have a little bit of the magic of the season, and these bells do just that,” the designer says….

Discover Benton & Bryant

November 29, 2021 by Stephanie Maxwell Newton

Head to Saline County to embrace traditions new and old | A Special At Home in Arkansas Promotion

For a primer on the history of Saline County, look no further than “The Benton Mural” on the side of the Bell Building in downtown Benton. Completed by artists Dianne Roberts and Mark Davey, the 35-foot-tall piece starts in 1541 with the Caddo tribe’s first encounter with European explorers and ends in the early 20th century with the creation of the city’s Niloak pottery, made famous for its creator’s unique use of local kaolin clay….

Discover Bentonville & Rogers

November 2, 2021 by Stephanie Maxwell Newton

An ever-expanding cultural scene draws people from near and far to the Northwest corner of the state | A Special At Home in Arkansas Promotion

New York designer and Arkansas native Ryan Lawson led the design of a remodeled bank to serve as home to retail space BRIKA.

In 2020, the U.S. Census Bureau put out a list of the 15 fastest-growing cities—and it’s no surprise that Bentonville ranked high, coming in fifth thanks to a 7.4 percent increase in population a year prior. While the city has been home to Walmart’s headquarters for decades and a popular outdoors destination even longer, Bentonville’s growth became arguably exponential with the establishment of Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art (crystalbridges.org) in 2011. In April, a 100,000-square-foot expansion was announced that will grow the facility by 50 percent and increase space for galleries, educational programs, and events; how’s that for a 10-year anniversary present?…

Sweet Somethings

November 2, 2021 by Stephanie Maxwell Newton

One Bowl, Big Taste: Baker Kelli Marks’s first cookbook promises to delight your palate, one bowl of ingredients at a time

In Little Rock, the name Kelli Marks is synonymous with sweets. That’s why it’s hard to believe a love of baking was something Kelli didn’t discover until her 20s, when she provided the cake for her grandparents’ 50th wedding anniversary. “I’d never done a ton of baking, but I thought it’d be so fun if their granddaughter made the cake for the party,” Kelli recalls. “This being 2001, I had to buy a book and sit down and teach myself how to do it.” By the time the party rolled around, she presented the couple with a four-tier vanilla cake—and she was hooked….

Urban Safari

September 20, 2021 by Stephanie Maxwell Newton

Fall Trends: The season’s coolest accessories put a fresh spin on neutrals and animal influence | A Special At Home in Arkansas Promotion

Antonio “Croco” purse from Kristin Chase, Little Rock. Gold & Sage earrings from Box Turtle, Little Rock. Continue reading for more information and local resources.

In the Bag
Look to structured shapes, tailored stitching, and subtle bling for purse panache. Small snake-print bag with removable cross-body strap from Kristin Chase, Little Rock. Woven clutch with beaded detailing from Fresh i.d., Little Rock. Pixie Mood “Caitlin” tote in Desert Clay from Esse Purse Museum, Little Rock.

That’s a Wrap
Lightweight scarves featuring prints and palettes found in nature complete your fall look. Orange and gray snakeskin scarf from The Full Moon, Little Rock. “Eclipse” color block scarf from Esse Purse Museum, Little Rock. “Hazel” green and white scarf from Cynthia East Fabrics, Little Rock.

Shoe Cue
Platform booties, mules, and animal prints make their mark on fall footwear. Dolce Vita “Huey” booties shown in (from left) Ivory Croco, Whiskey Nubuck, and Black from Maude Boutique, Fayetteville. Paloma Wool “Celia” mules in Cowhide from Darcy Apparel, Fayetteville.

Chain of Jewels
Yellow gold, paperclip chains, and textured metals are all the rage this autumn. Clockwise from top: “Golden Gate” bracelet, gold and diamond necklace from the Venetian Princess collection, “Oro” faceted hoop earrings, “Satin” bangle bracelet, and 18k paperclip chain necklace, all by Roberto Coin. Available at Sissy’s Log Cabin in Conway, Jonesboro, Little Rock, Memphis, and Pine Bluff, or online at sissyslogcabin.com.

Statement Made
Artful earrings and chunky chokers will be drawing eyes in all the right ways. Earrings by Gold & Sage from Box Turtle, Little Rock. Beaded, layered necklace from Cynthia East Fabrics, Little Rock.

Discover Jonesboro & the Delta

September 20, 2021 by Stephanie Maxwell Newton

For a day trip steeped in cultural history, hop on the road and travel through the Arkansas Delta | A Special At Home in Arkansas Promotion

Stretching from Clay to Chicot counties along the eastern border of the state, the Delta is home to some of Arkansas’s most compelling communities. Whether you’re planning a quick day trip or a long-weekend stay, there’s something for everyone.

Wilson (wilsonarkansas.com) has been a recent favorite for visitors near and far thanks to its revitalization over the past 10 years. From the Tudor-style buildings of its town square to seasonal flowers brimming at Wilson Gardens, everything about this charming town is picturesque. The Grange is a constant site of special events, including a Harvest Dinner on Oct. 16 (as part of the monthly Wilson Wine Experience) and Wilson Harvest Festival on Oct. 23, an all-day event featuring craft booths, food trucks, and live music….

Take It Outside

September 15, 2021 by Stephanie Maxwell Newton

Autumn Entertaining: Designer Shayla Copas puts her signature spin on a casual backyard gathering

With the execution of two Arkansas governor’s inaugural balls and a book on entertaining under her belt, interior designer Shayla Copas has put her mark on the professional party planning scene. More often, however, she enjoys having loved ones over for smaller, casual gatherings at home—especially in the fall, when cooler weather invites everyone to gravitate outdoors. “The backyard has traditionally been an area we reserve for family events. It’s really more of an intimate space,” Shayla says….

Discover Conway

September 1, 2021 by Stephanie Maxwell Newton

No one descriptor can contain this central Arkansas town | A Special At Home in Arkansas Promotion

A larger-than-life monarch butterfly takes flight in a mural painted by artist Jessica Jones at the corner of North and Front streets.

For years, Conway has been known as the City of Colleges, thanks to the three institutions of higher education based there: the University of Central Arkansas, Hendrix College, and Central Baptist College. However, recent visits to the town 30 miles north of Little Rock have us ready to add a few other options for Conway’s nickname. How about the City of Coffee? With Blue Sail Coffee, Zetêo, Round Mountain, T.H.I.N.K. Coffee, and now a location of Northwest Arkansas’s 7Brew opening soon, there’s more than enough local java for every student in the city….

Seasons of Change

September 1, 2021 by Stephanie Maxwell Newton

Fall Containers: An expert shares quick updates to make summer containers last into autumn

While the start of school signals the changing season in many people’s minds, summer heat often lingers for several more months in the Natural State. Because of our slow fade to autumn, we turned to David Munsey, III, of Better Lawns & Gardens for advice on how to best transition current container plantings into fall. “For autumn, we lean toward colors like orange, maroon, burgundy, and some deeper greens,” David says. “If you have more tropical flowers in bright colors left over from summer pots, you can replace those with ornamental cabbages or pansies as they start to wilt.” Read on for David’s picks for transitional plantings along with tips for care and maintenance.…

From Garden to Grocer

July 28, 2021 by Stephanie Maxwell Newton

Planting Roots: One couple’s urban farm offers seasonal flowers and access to fresh, local produce while supporting fellow farmers across the state

For many, 2020 will be remembered as a year that moved at a slower pace—but not for Kim Doughty-McCannon and Zack McCannon. About a month before the COVID-19 pandemic hit, the Conway couple launched a fundraising campaign to open a locally owned and operated grocery on the same site as their garden, Bell Urban Farm. By mid-March, they were fully funded, and they spent the rest of the year getting the property rezoned and renovating a 1950s farmhouse, all while keeping up with the many goings-on of their farm. “Getting to this point was a long journey,” Kim says. “We had so much community support behind us, which helped a lot.”…

Deck Your Doors

SOUTHERN CHARM

Discover Benton & Bryant

Discover Bentonville & Rogers

Sweet Somethings

Urban Safari

Discover Jonesboro & the Delta

Take It Outside

Discover Conway

Seasons of Change

From Garden to Grocer

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