I was picking flowers for the shops today and was overwhelmed by the prolificness of the White Garden. Tucked behind the Inn, this garden is planted in varied strokes of white and tender green and I love the coolness, calm and serenity emanating from this oasis on even the hottest of days. Wondering what it might look like by the light of the waning full moon this week, I wandered by with a friend after dinner and as I suspected: pure magic. But that can be said for the entire Village after dark.  If you have never spent time with us in the evening……oh, my!  A definite “must do” this summer.

If you wander by, you should be able to spot the following in bloom:  Summer flowering bulbs: Gladiolus callianthus (formerly Acidanthera), a white, fragrant, hardy gladiolus; Hymenocallis narcissiflora (formerly Ismene), Peruvian daffodil; two sorts of white Eucomis, or pineapple lily; a wonderfully fragrant clump of oriental lilies.   Annuals: Cosmos bipinnata (the tall cosmos), Nicotiana, Alyssum, Zinnia "Profusion White". Perennials:  various Salvias, white Hyssop bordering the central beds, a rather unusual Sinningia (closely related to the Gloxinias), three or four varieties of Balloonflower (Platycodon ): short, tall, double, and a very tall one flecked with blue-violet.  And, of course, the hydrangeas are at their most perfect bloom right now.

No wonder white is one of my most favorite colors~

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The beautiful and distinctive Extasia jewelry you may have seen in Vogue, Elle, Glamour and Lucky magazines has just arrived at Dovecote.  Emanating classic beauty and old world craftsmanship, this line steps right out in front of the most current fashion trends with fresh and timeless aplomb. Many of the pieces are crafted from U.S. certified fossilized Mammoth ivory.  Unearthed after 15,000 years, the ivory has been hand carved into whimsical elements such as birds, flowers, and acorns to create the most uniquely captivating earrings, bracelets, rings and necklaces.  Also incorporated are gorgeous glass cameos and intaglios handmade in Europe using 100 year old techniques.  These special pieces can be dressed up or down, and are guaranteed to garner the loveliest compliments.

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If you happen by Fearrington in the next day or so, be sure to look for the nest of baby robins on the back side of the front right column on Dovecote’s front porch. With four hungry mouths to feed, both parents are working round the clock and it shows: the babies are enormous!  Look quickly as they will be flying the coop soon!

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If you are looking for a lovely way to spend a summer evening, consider joining us on Sunday, July 27^th at 6pm for the St. Supery wine pairing dinner. Located in Rutherford in Napa Valley, the St. Supery winery focuses on producing fine Cabernet Sauvignon, white and red Meritage, Savignon Blanc, and Chardonnay. Fearrington House Sommelier Maximillian Kast and Michela Rodana, St. Supery’s CEO, will be discussing the history, culture and qualities of the featured wines accompanying Executive Chef Graham Fox’s fabulous seasonal multi-course menu.  Outstanding cuisine, fine wines and exemplary service in the most charming of settings…just dreamy!

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No need to worry about your plants dying while you are on vacation if you leave the Plant Nanny in charge of watering.  Refill an empty wine bottle with water, push the hollow terracotta stake provided into the soil, flip the bottle in place in the terracotta holder and natural absorption will take care of the rest!  Will maintain moisture in indoor and outdoor gardens, containers and transplants for as long as a week depending on weather and location.  Clever use for celebratory bottles saved from weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, retirement dinners, house warming, etc.  Fabulous gift – especially if given as a companion to the bottle of wine. 

Bottoms up!
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Dovecote is thrilled to announce the arrival of Alex Woo’s “Little Numbers” and “Little Letters” pendants in solid sterling as seen recently in Lucky, People, and Town & Country magazines.  Each elegant letter, number or icon hangs on a delicate diamond-cut chain commemorating and solidifying personal statements from a wedding date to your baby’s initials to the number of children in your family.  These polished pieces can be placed in distinctive pairings to express a truly individualized statement.  Kelly Ripa wears a 3 to represent her three children, Eva Longoria sports a 9 in honor of her husband’s jersey number, and celebrity mom Courtney Cox has a 1 and 3 symbolizing her daughter’s birthday on June 13.  Handcrafted artistry, careful finishing and thoughtful function have earned Alex Woo continual recognition from fashion editors, stylists and industry insiders, to celebrities and trendsetters. Stop by and craft your own personal statement with great style.

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