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Used for thousands of years, wicker as we know it gained popularity in the 1800s Victorian Age. With trade routes becoming established, and the discovery of rattan’s (the base used under woven wicker) strengths, wicker was due for a revival during the Victorian Age. Wicker furniture was lightweight, lower cost, and easy to clean. We're blessed here in the south...

taking a rental home from drab to fab! I recently staged a home in the downtown historic district of Columbus, Mississippi. The home had tenants for the past ten years, so there were many issues. Staging helped to highlight all the character that you can only find in an older home. The entire interior was painted white. Most of the...

The perfect look for spring My first spring in Mississippi is one of the most memorable. Never before had I experienced the explosion of new growth and sunshine. I was 10 years old and spent hours at my grandparents picking flowers and exploring. The cottagecore trend reminds me of that more simple time in my life and is such a...

Built Before the Civil War and located in Columbus, MS Next on my list of the Move to Mississippi series is this beautiful home located right across the street from Mississippi University for Women. This property caught my eye about 5 years ago and has since been renovated. The home sale is already under contract with a sell price of...