The weather here in New England continues to be a complex mix of abnormally warm dry days or cold rainy ones as spring wobbles into mid-April.  While we have been happy to get out-of-doors and get the yard clean up going and garden beds turned over on the pleasant days, others have forced us inside to dream of warmer weather while getting a nice fire roaring in the hearth with the last of the season’s fire wood. 

Naturally, if your weather has been similar, you may be looking for something to pass the time and we have at least one suggestion.  If you are in the Northeast keep your eyes peeled for a new publication, Naturally New England, a division of Channel Media, which highlights eco-friendly products and services throughout New England.  From planning a trip, organizing a party, starting a remodeling project or shopping for a sustainable gift, Naturally New England will arm you with the information to make more informed choices and explore green alternatives to the decisions you make everyday.  We are very pleased to be featured in the 1^st Edition (Spring/Summer) as one of the eco-conscious resources for gardeners with a nod to our jute waste sacks on Page 154 and a colorful ad featured on Page 189.  We are thrilled to be included in the company of such fine businesses and business owners and we extend a heartfelt thanks to Susan Mulcahy, Editorial and Publishing Director, for making it so. 

If you have trouble tracking down Naturally New England, you can always turn to a more broadly distributed publication like Better Homes and Gardens. Along with the engaging media, it’s always been a perennial favorite of ours to find an appealing new recipe, unique accent for our home or unbeatable tool to use in the garden.  This month we had the unique opportunity to join the list of note worthy retailers featured in the May edition, where our Potting Shed Collection was highlighted as a recommended yard good by Editor Eric Liskey.  You may find the photograph and comments on Page 143. In that we are a small, read two, independent retailer to be recognized by Better Homes and Gardens was a special achievement. We are pleased to be included in such a well recognized and respected publication.

Hopefully we helped lead you towards some interesting and informative reading material to pass the dreary days with until Mother Nature makes up her mind.  Think Spring!