Passionate about the West, and also about building high quality furniture, Tim Lozier of How Kola Furniture is a talented craftsmen that we are proud to know.  We were very happy to see that Tim is featured in the June 2010 issue Cowboys & Indians Magazine ~ you can read the story right HERE.

To see more of Tim’s beautiful work, and to order your own custom piece of furniture, visit the How Kola website right HERE.

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Here at the Cactus Creek Store we are so proud to carry Dolan Geiman’s artwork… and we were super excited to see his Blackbird Fall Harvest BOX PRINT in the May 2010 issue of Country Living Magazine!!

You can purchase Dolan’s art HERE or visit his website HERE.

Here at the store I have a catalog so if you’re in the neighborhood and want to check it out then we’d love to have you!!!

ALSO… Dolan’s right hand is his beautiful wife-to-be, Ali Walsh.  He recently surprised her with a killer OFFICE MAKEOVER.

See all of the Pics right HERE!!!!

Congrats Ali & Dolan… on the press, on the success, and on the impending nuptials ~ y’all deserve every blessing you receive!!!  lvya,fancy

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Will Wyatt’s Cowboy Couture, located in Overland Park, Kansas, is one of those “it” stores. The owners of Will Wyatt’s, husband and wife team Jennifer and Bryden Becker, have turned their lives around, moving from New York City to the Midwest, to follow their dream of owning a swanky store that epitomizes Western STYLE.

Not only does their store stand on it’s own in the Kansas City market, it also serves as a marketplace to customers around the world via their online store at www.WillWyatts.com. 

Will Wyatt’s is a BIG part of the April 2010 issue of Cowboys & Indian Magazine, it is so great to see good friends and great members of the Kansas City community being recognized for all of their hard work!!
Click {ABOVE} to read all about it.

Will Wyatt’s will also be a part of the Cactus Creek Store in Weston MO when we open the lower level Cactus Creek Marketplace this spring ~ this thrills me to no end!!

Congrats to Jennifer and Bryden ~ I look forward to working together as business partners and friends!!  cheers, fancy

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Kat Ford from Corpirate is unlike any other girl I know. Her art is hip and funky and her style is authentic and truly unique. I am honored to carry her art and line of clothes in the Cactus Creek Store, and I was super thrilled to see her embellished vintage pearl snap in the Spring Fashion Shoot for the April 2010 issue of Cowboys & Indians Magazine.

One more thing about Kat Ford ~ this girl can make me look into the deepest parts of my soul one minute, and make me laugh like a silly-billy the next… I am honored to be her friend. Congrats, Kat!! big smooches,fancy

More from Cowboys & Indians Magazine later this morning… weeeehaw!!

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I just adore artist Dave Newman & his lovely wife Donna… they are fun lovin’, road trippin’, creative souls that own Newman Gallery located on Historic Whiskey Row in Prescott, Arizona. They opened in July of 2001 in the 100 year old St. Michael Hotel, in the heart of downtown, situated across from the Courthouse Square.

In addition to their retail endeavors Dave Newman is a highly recognized artist whose mixed media art is pure Americana.  Dave’s art is featured in the March 2010 issue of Phoenix Home & Garden Magazine and he has once again impressed me to no end…

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BIG Congrats Dave & Donna!!!  love y’all, fancy

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This Christmas Season Will Wyatt’s Cowboy Couture {located in Overland Park, Kansas} is featuring stunning star ornaments from artist Gayle Martin, also from Kansas.  The ceramic stars have been a big hit, especially after they were recently featured in the Kansas City Star.

If you are interested in purchasing one of these ornaments then give Will Wyatt’s a call at 913.681.9455 & make sure you snap one up before they’re all gone!!  Love these… so, so pretty!!

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I adore living in the Midwest.  As a Native Texan it is easy to miss my home state, but the Midwest is very simple and calm…
and the rolling hills and four seasons are a delight.
That said, it kind of chaps my hide that people are surprised when STYLE emerges from us Kansas, Missouri, and occasionally even Nebraska {kidding cornhuskers…}. 

The magazine that Kansas City turns to for STYLE is definitely Spaces.  Here’s a sneak peek as to why I am particularly loving this month’s issue…

{Spaces Magazine * June/July 2009
Photographs by Aaron Leimkuehler}

The two images {ABOVE} are from an 1800’s log home that was moved right here to Platte County {my neck of the woods}.  The family restored the cabin and put an addition on it.  I just LOVE it when a log home has a BRIGHT & UNCLUTTERED feeling like this one does.  The botanical prints from Terry Evans provide a current vibe that completes the space.

{Spaces Magazine * June/July 2009
Photographs by Aaron Leimkuehler}

“Oh beautiful house, how many ways do I love thee??”   The 2nd home in the two images {ABOVE} is a modern barn {my favorite} with simple rustic furnishings and just a hint of color {turquoise ~ how bold!!}.  But my very favorite feature of this home is the barn door set on a sliding rail.  Hubby, I think we’ve found our new dream barn…

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With so many magazines closing it makes each home decorating issue I receive a true treasure… you have to wonder if you’ll ever again open your mailbox to see a pretty room staring back up at you.  At the rate we are going print magazines are going to become as antiquated as 8-tracks. That said, this week I have received four of my faves
IN THE MAILBOX and I had to share them!!

{Country Home, April 2009 ~ THE FINAL ISSUE}

First lets pay homage to the Final Issue of Country Home magazine.  Sigh.  What can I say??  Country Home has been a source of hip, country style and sweet ideas for years…
You will be sorely missed CH!!

In this issue I fell particularly hard for this Vacation Home in Santa Fe.  The clean, slip covered sofas, muted colors and simple table are a look with eternal class.  BTW, this home is owned by Renea Abbott, owner of Shabby Slips in Houston.  And the FABULOUS painting of a cowgirl on the wall is from Austin artist Bob Wade.

 
{Country Living, April 2009}

Next up is a gal we know and love ~ 1/3 of the Junk Gypsy crew ~ Ms. Amie Sikes.  She is looking as gorgeous as always in Country Living’s Guide to achieving Cowgirl Flair. 
Tips from Amie include:

1. Statement Jewelry available in Gypsyville!!
2. Chunky Belts from Ariat {buy them HERE}
3. Old Gringo boots {you can get these in Gypsyville, too!!}
4. Lone Star Music, particularly Miranda Lambert.

** And may I add that a Junk Gypsy tee is also a MUST!!  Congrats, Amie ~ great list!!

{Architectural Digest, April 2009}

I just love it when Architectural Digest throws a Rustic Home into their collection… they are always fantasy abodes that I may never own, but I adore the inspiration!!  This issue’s story about a 10,000 sq ft home in Ontario is titled “Rustic Redefined”.  Soaring ceilings and picture~perfect views make it an absolute dream home!!  You can see a slide show of the entire home right HERE.  What is your favorite feature in this home??  I adore the windows and, of course, the use of reclaimed barn wood.

{Kansas City SPACES, March 2009}

This one is from Kansas City’s premier Interiors magazine, SPACES.  The featured home is that of the devine Debbie Dusenberry of Curious Sofa here in KC.  Debbie’s store is one of my favorites to slip into for inspirational ideas when I’m looking for clean interiors, neutral palettes and rustic re-purposing.  Debbie is one of the most talented merchants I’ve known ~ check her out HERE,
and her popular blog right HERE.

BTW ~ This is NOT the first time Debbie’s home and store have been published ~ she is a rising star in interiors and, in my opinion, will undoubtedly be a household name someday!!  Don’t miss this chance to get to know her now.

STAY INSPIRED ~
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In their latest issue {February 2009} Country Living Magazine 
is featuring their 2009 House of the Year.  A four-story Arts and Crafts style, MOUNTAIN RETREAT, built in West Virginia.
The FRESH home is full of Rustic * Vintage
charm you will LOVE.

{Country Living Magazine, Photo by Keith Scott Morton}

Bright colors, DIY projects, a unique floor plan, and rich vintage tones set the stage for a bounty of creativity that inspires from floor to ceiling.  Not only can you can see it all in this month’s Country Living Magazine… you can also see it on the CL Website ~
and also on FILM!! 

{Country Living Magazine, Photo by Keith Scott Morton}

There is a great one-hour special that shows you the 2009 House of the Year from the day they broke ground ~ the construction process ~ the CL editor’s decorating process ~ the completion of the home ~ and the photo shoot.  It is AWESOME!!

{Country Living Magazine, Photo by Matthew Baum}

The show appears on the DIY Network website ~ just click HERE. 
{It is also airing on the DIY TV Network, but I think today is the last air date.}  ENJOY!!

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I don’t subscribe to Architectural Digest. My best gal pal, Maggie, has a free subscription which she passes on to me every six weeks or so. But the other day I was perusing the magazine aisle and decided to flip through the Architectural Digest that is currently on the newsstands. Have you seen it?? Holey cow… it is AMAZING!!! I couldn’t wait for Maggie to show up with my free copy, I bought it right then.

The November 2008 issue of Architectural Digest features their annual look at “Hollywood at Home”. There are many images of movie stars from the last 50 years, and their homes that were au courant at the height of their fame. It is an interesting journey to learn bits and peices about the lives of stars such as John Wayne, Marilyn Monroe and Matthew McConaughey ~ and the surroundings that they have chosen to affect their lives. Really no other “thing” is as personal as our homes, the place we go to be alone, be ourselves, and enjoy the people who mean the most to us.

{ABOVE & BELOW ~ Architectural Digest, Nov 2008 : Diane Keaton’s Home : Photographs by Scott Frances}

Two of the featured homes are particularly spectacular to those of us driven by all things Rustic * Western * Vintage. Diane Keaton’s Beverly Hill’s Spanish Colonial Revival {images ABOVE & BELOW} literally made my heart beat skip. Keaton collaborated with Stephen Shadley to create the quintessential Spanish interior.
It is simple, full of fine art, and spot on in every sense.

Dennis Quaid’s LA home  {image BELOW} is also full of timeless style mixed with rough textures and earthen colors. It is a fine design palette that typifies the world of rustic design with modern appeal, an aesthetic that the designers of the 21st century are perfecting.

{ABOVE ~ Architectural Digest, Nov 2008 : Dennis Quaid’s Home : 
Photographs by Erhard Pfeiffer}

So run ~ don’t walk ~ to pick up your November 2008 issue of Architectural Digest. You can subscribe HERE.  Also spend some time on AD’s website. It has every image archived from the past four years, full of ideas and inspiration!! Love it…

** p/s ~ Since the November 2008 issue is no longer on newsstands you can buy it right HERE.
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