Indholdsfortegnelse for July - August 2014 i Southern Lady

Dear Friends, There is nothing subtle about summer in the South. From fireworks bursting in Fourth of July displays to boats darting across sapphire lakes to waves crashing against pure white sand, this season is vibrant, lively, and a little noisy—and we love it that way. This issue of Southern Lady celebrates summer in all its exuberance, and we’re inviting you to join the party. We embrace color with a bright setting on a screened porch, as well as with Texas’s Emily Johnston Larkin, our featured designer, who has made a splash with vivid hues and bold patterns. You’ll find lots of creative ideas for making outdoor spaces more inviting. And speaking of outdoors, don’t miss our delicious recipes for a lakeside party and a backyard cookout. We also introduce…

CUTE FOR A CAUSE Show support for fair-trade practices with this stunning necklace, handmade by artisans in Ecuador. Ventana Necklace in Incan Sun, $49; Faire Collection, fairecollection.com. TIE THE KNOT This gauzy scarf is the perfect finishing touch to a breezy summer outfit. Leya Scarf, $28; Shiraleah, shiraleah.com. MADE IN THE SHADE Protect your peepers with these chic sunglasses in ocean-blue hues. Sunglasses, $114; Vogue Eyewear, vogue-eyewear.com HOLD EVERYTHING! A plethora of pockets corrals all your necessities. Bryn Small Square Cross Body in French Blue, $215; Rowallan of Scotland, rowallanusa.com. READY TO ROLL Mad about metallic? Then you’ll love this shiny, luxe luggage on wheels. Crossbody and Trolley Bag, $44-$196; Hang, hangaccessories.com.…

OH, HOW WE SOUTHERN LADIES LOVE to celebrate birthdays— especially when we aren’t the ones getting older! America turns 238 this summer, and we think that’s a perfect reason to throw a party. Plan an outdoor gathering with an all-American menu—hot dogs, hamburgers, and lots of ice cream—and turn the table into a tribute to the red, white, and blue. Create your very own star-spangled settings with plain woven place mats, a star stencil, and blue latex paint. (Use spray adhesive to keep the stencil from slipping as you paint.) Add white plates with red rims, striped napkins, and flatware tied with baker’s twine to complete this pretty and patriotic display.…

Menu Grilled Romaine Salad with Watermelon Vinaigrette Barbecue Pork Chops Grilled Corn with Cilantro Butter Grilled Zucchini and Yellow Squash Blackberry Cobbler Polished Party Try a new approach to this year’s backyard barbecue, and treat dinner guests—and yourself—to a gussied-up affair. Table elements in classic blue and white not only feel upscale but also visually cool the veranda for an inviting ambiance. A thoughtful grouping of comfortable patio furniture nearby, like this one from Summer Classics, offers a separate spot for the cocktail hour or for enjoying dessert and further enhances the alfresco occasion. GRILLED ZUCCHINI AND YELLOW SQUASH MAKES 8 SERVINGS 1 cup teriyaki sauce ½ cup balsamic glaze* 1 tablespoon minced garlic 1 teaspoon garlic powder ½ teaspoon ground black pepper 1 cup olive oil 4 yellow squash,…

First identified on 18th-century maps as Zara Zote, the sheltered harbor of Sarasota attracted not only marine traders who settled early fishing camps, but also wealthy Europeans drawn to the region’s bounty and inviting climate. Visitors from around the world continue to flock to this place of aquatic life and natural beauty. Its sparkling ocean waters offer sunset cruises, deep-sea fishing, sailing, and snorkeling, while the shoreline invites guests to search for seashells or unwind on the soft white sand. At the foot of a bustling downtown, Bayfront Park’s walkways are lined with benches and swings, waterfront restaurants, grassy picnic lawns, and fountain areas—a favorite of exuberant children. For a unique experience, enjoy shopping at St. Armands Circle, an island of high-end boutiques and gourmet restaurants, where statues line the…

DOCKSIDE SHINDIG, PAGE 71 I vividly remember spending blissful days with our longtime neighbors the Tullys. At their lake house on Tims Ford in the Tennessee Valley, they often took us boating, which was followed by many a sunset supper. I can still taste the freedom of those carefree days by the water, and with that ideal in mind, our team cooked up a lakeside shindig—complete with make-ahead recipes and easy entertaining ideas—to make the most of those magical moments. HUES OF BLUE, PAGE 23 After working for Phyllis DePiano for more than a decade, I believe it is impossible to avoid falling in love with blue and white—her affinity is contagious. See how Stylist Tracey Runnion gave this classic combo a fresh twist in this edition of Mix &…

TAKE THAT Keep your accessories safe and secure when you travel with this leather-and-suede zipped case. Martha Jewelry Roll, $60; Rowallan of Scotland,rowallanusa.com. GRAB BAG Head to the beach with this seaworthy tote that sports durable hemp-rope handles. Green Jellyfish Tote, $160; Sea Bags, seabags.com. QUICK CHANGE Dreamy seaglass shades and interchangeable pendants make for versatile accessories ideal for travel. Choker and Pendants, $9-$22; Shape Shifter, etsy.com/shop/shapeshifterjewelry. ANCHORS AWEIGH Settle in for a day of sand and sun with a nautical-themed beach blanket. Ocean Stripe Beach Towel, $14.99; Bed Bath & Beyond, bedbathandbeyond.com. CARRY ON Function meets fashion in this fabulous and budget-kind garment bag. Garmentote in BlueLine Rouge, $25; Scout, scoutbags.com. WALK ON AIR Treat your feet to these stylish and comfy hand-crocheted thong sandals. Shannon Sandals in Neptune…

THE INSPIRATION Featuring a brilliant blue pigment, each plate is made and painted by hand in a former produce warehouse in Athens, Georgia. R. Wood Studio Dinner Plate in Summer Sky, $48; R. Wood Studio Ceramics, rwoodstudio.com. CASUAL POSSIBILITIES For a table that exudes simple Southern charm, combine the artistry of the sky-blue plates with delightful homespun details. Tomato red serves as the perfect accent color, drawing the eye about the scene from old-fashioned straws to vintage-look napkins. Rice Bowl in Rustic Red, $45; R. Wood Studio Ceramics, rwoodstudio.com. Vintage Etched Tomato Napkins by Catherine’s Table, $29 for set of 4, and Burlap Place Mat by Creative Women, $48; Given Goods Co., givengoods.com. Mason Jar Glass, $4.95, and Gel Flatware in Red by TAG, $13 for 4-piece place setting; Lamb’s…

THOUGH A WREATH IS A NATURAL door front go-to, stylist Tracey Runnion opted for a more relaxed composition to mimic the season’s carefree spirit. First, fill a mason jar halfway with water, then add a profusion of summer flowers, such as pink dahlias and zinnias, globe amaranth, yellow cockscomb, trumpet vine, explosion grass, pink astilbe, fuchsia ranunculus, and helenium. Place the jar upright inside a purse or a cloth bag, and carefully hang as a warm welcome to summer company.…

BOLD PATTERN Bring softness to your surroundings with block prints in fun geometric shapes and summery shades. Bay Collection, $100-$140; John Robshaw, johnrobshaw.com. ARTISTIC ACCENT This striking pillow was inspired by a bird’s-eye view of an Indian garden. Kilim Aqua Lounge Pillow, $258; Bandhini Design, bandhinidesign.com. BOTANICAL BEAUTY Reflect your love for gardening and art in vibrant cushions with Lotus flower designs. Mokuren Cobalt Cushion, $185; Designers Guild, designersguild.com. PERENNIAL FAVORITE Hand-embroidered petals of blue, ivory, and silver add soft shimmer to this garden motif. Hydrangea Pillow, $488; Bliss Studio, blissstudio.com. PRETTY PETALS Create dimension and texture in your room with these hand-stitched ivory Asters on a bold background. Aster Pillow, $98; Company C, companyc.com.…

GAINESVILLE, FLORIDA It’s said you can’t be all things to all people, but the extraordinary town of Gainesville, Florida, just might put that saying to the test. Nature lovers will enjoy strolling through the parks and gardens or pedaling the scenic bike trails that wind throughout the area. If your interests lie in the arts, there are galleries, museums, film festivals, orchestral performances, and more in this culturally aware college town. Local restaurants tempt taste buds with fresh seafood and dishes seasoned with a little Latin spice. Shopping? Gainesville has that covered, too, from couture fashion to home décor. And last, but certainly not least, sports fans can cheer on those amazing UF athletes, whether it’s Gator Chomping in the Swamp on fall Saturdays or watching hoopsters hit three-pointers in…

LOBSTER AND SHRIMP PASTA MAKES 6 TO 8 SERVINGS 1 (1-pound) box angel hair pasta 6 (8- to 10-ounce) lobster tails 2 pounds large fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined (tails on) 6 tablespoons olive oil, divided 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning 2 teaspoons seasoned salt ¾ cup dry white wine 2 tablespoons minced garlic 1 teaspoon lemon zest 2 tablespoons lemon juice ½ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon ground black pepper ¾ cup cold butter, cut into pieces 1 red bell pepper, chopped 1 bunch green onions, chopped Garnish: chopped fresh basil 1. Cook pasta according to package directions; set aside and keep warm. 2. Using kitchen shears, cut shell of lobster tails lengthwise on top and underside. Pry open tail segments, and remove meat. Cut lobster into 1½-inch pieces. 3. In…

Coastal Fancy Encouraged by the long line of artists in her family, Cari Clark Phelps grew up with a passion for history and a need to create. Her home in Savannah proved the perfect backdrop to establish Salacia Salts, a luxurious line of soaks, soaps, and scrubs with distinctive Southern aromas like Midnight Garden and Magnolia. Cari says her hometown inspires her company to always be at its best. “The community has served as a wonderful support system for me,” she explains. “People want to help others succeed.” Committed to conservation and her coastal roots, Cari hand-packages her products in recycled glass and focuses on Southern ingredients, such as Southern pecans, Georgia stone-ground grits, and Atlantic Sea Salt from the coast of Tybee Island. “We only have one Earth and…

CELEBRATED PLACE Love your magazine! How timely was your March/April issue featuring the University of North Carolina–Chapel Hill [“Southern College Towns,” page 45]. I’m headed back in May for my 50th class reunion, and Southern Lady will be with me as a resource guide! Elizabeth Robertson Marietta, Georgia From our friends on Facebook DEBBIE FARR JACKSON I so enjoy the grace and hospitality of the many celebrations in the magazine! BARBARA CHADWICK Thank you, thank you! What sunshine your March/April issue brought into our home. We had 8 inches of snow, 5-degree temperatures, and you made the sun arrive! You made the snow go away and the cabin fever flee. Can’t wait to have a luncheon just like your beautiful cover. Find us on Facebook at facebook.com/SouthernLadyMag.…

It could be said that cobblestone streets are Neely Woodson Powell’s yellow brick road. They were her constant companion during summer travels to her family’s vacation spot in central Mexico. Eventually those same streets led her as a teen to the village cobbler’s doorstep, where a seemingly ordinary shoe purchase set her on a path she never planned for yet wholeheartedly followed. The handcrafted sandals instantly impressed Neely, who began bringing back pairs for friends and relatives and then finally to sell through her mother’s wholesale business. “Before I knew it,” she says, “I was in college, and I had 200 accounts around the country selling my shoes.” After studying at College of Charleston, the budding entrepreneur traded one set of coastal cobblestone streets for another when she enrolled at…

There’s something about those “lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer” that Nat King Cole sang of. Except for the occasional rain, we are blessed with beautiful days that call us outside for sunshine and blue skies. An umbrella-shaded patio table is just the spot to take in the season, so our friends at Pate-Meadows Designs helped us fashion this clever tablecloth that combines the best of form and function. From two coordinating outdoor fabrics, a scalloped runner and two contrast-lined panels are “pillowcased,” or sewn all around with right sides together, to make it reversible for twice the prettiness. An opening in the center of each piece easily accommodates an umbrella. After it’s clipped, turned, and pressed—very carefully, as not all outdoor fabrics are iron friendly—the runner is attached to…

Walk This Way The charm starts on the home’s front porch, with pots of flowers, hanging ferns, and a vine trained above the steps leading to the garden. Hardy Southern wood ferns, rhododendrons, and other evergreens are ideally suited to this predominantly shady property. It is punctuated with a few carefully chosen details, such as an ornate iron gate and a stacked-stone wall that circles a cheery plot of purple coneflowers, daisies, and more. Though some might consider the British a rather reserved lot, that notion does not apply to their gardens. Colorful medleys of flowers tumble and spill about, while ivy creeps over walls and walkways. The undeniable charm of English plots was the inspiration behind this delightful Southern garden, which takes its cues from the home itself and…

COVER See Seasonal Settings. SINCERELY PAGE 9: Silver-Plate Bamboo Frame by Siena; Bed Bath & Beyond. Pop Daisy-Rose Stationery by Heather Bailey; Inviting Co. EDITOR FAVORITES PAGE 11: Three-Quarter Sleeve Blue Check Popover Dress; Claridge + King. Gibbes Sandals; Charleston Shoe Company. Necklace; Spartina 449. SEASONAL SETTINGS: BACK PORCH GATHERING PAGES 25-30: Heredia Tablecloth and Hobnail Tumbler in Turquoise; Anthropologie. Floral Design by Carol Harris Riley; Lillie Jane. Lily Flatware; Vagabond House. Pom Pom Napkins in Navy; Pehr Designs. Breaking Wave Pillow on swing; Lulu & Georgia. Beaded Glass Chandelier; Vagabond Vintage. Facet Covered Jars and Box by Tozai Home; Two’s Company. ENTERTAINING TOUCHES: STARS & STRIPES PAGE 31: Paint in New York State of Mind; Benjamin Moore Paints. MATERIAL MATTERS: MADE IN THE SHADE PAGE 40: Special Thanks to…