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The Homestyle Blog is compiled by Marge Colborn of The Detroit News
Mon. 10/8/07 03:21 PM
Hi Marge, My children have cottages in Rose City so we are familiar with the area and decided to travel up north -- enjoy the colors and take in the festivities in West Branch. We enjoyed the West Branch Home tour, Quilt Show and Street Fair. The weather was beautiful for all the the activies. The home owners were very hospitable and the homes lovely. Each of the homes had something unique about them and three of them were Up for Sale. All three were lovely for an interested buyer. We hope to attend again next year. Thanks for mentioning it in your column. West Branch is a quiet little town with cute shops -- We also found we love the Willow Tree Restaurant too. I really look forward to your column each Saturday too. Take care.
Nan, Canton, MI
Wed. 10/3/07 11:40 AM
DEAR MARGE I HAVE A 1911 GRINNELL PIANO IN EXCELLENT CONDITION WITH ABOUT 250 ROLLS. IT HAS BEEN ELECTRIFIED BUT THE BELLOWS ARE STILL INTACT. COULD I GET MARK HAAS PHONE NUMBER OR EMAIL ADDRESS. MAYBE HE WILL HAVE SOME IDEAS ON HOW TO MARKET AND SELL THIS ANTIQUE. NOT A HUGE MARKET FOR PLAYER PIANOS. THANK YOU. MARLENE
MARLENE, TROY, MI
Sun. 09/30/07 01:54 PM
Well, today is the last day of September and nowhere on this site do I find an entry to the giveaway. I thought it went through the end of September. Your ad in yesterday's paper was totally misleading and a misrepresentation of the contest. Shameful. And no, I can't go to the store to deposit my entry as I have the cold from hell and am stuck at home.
peabee, Troy, MI
Wed. 08/22/07 09:58 PM
Macy's is headed right down the path of K Marts. Instead of Macy's being a top of the line store, they will now join the ranks of the cheap.
Suzy Q, Rockwood, Mi
Mon. 08/13/07 07:01 PM
I tried to enter online at detnews.com/homestyle. and it told me that this page was no longer available. Is there another address to use? I just wanted to put in No.4, the mahogany table. Thanks
gloria miller, clarkston, mi
Wed. 08/8/07 07:01 PM
Come see area artists on August 17 & 18, 2007, from High Noon until 7;00pm at the Unique Designs' Grand Opening - 4082 South Shore, Waterford, MI. Original stained glass creations, window hangings, & door panels. Other art forms will be on display. Music provided by the Doo Wop Doctor. For more information call 248-674-7151. The woman behind this idea, Roz Hamersley, is herself an artist. She has been creating beautiful stained glass creations for 25 years. Her son Mike started creating his own designs several years ago. Roz has been collaborating with local artists in order to enrich the community and it is her hope that the local media will support her event.
rozhamersley, Waterford, MI
Mon. 07/30/07 12:21 PM
The phone number for Ryan Home Improvement is (734) 425-7564.
Marge, Beverly Hills, MI
Mon. 07/30/07 07:10 AM
I would be very much appreciated if you can provide me the phone number or/and the address of Ryan Home Improvement of Garden City. Thanks. Ellie
eyyu, Bloomfield HIlls, mi
Wed. 07/25/07 11:15 AM
I saw in the weekend paper that you can send in photos of your garden but the URL listed doesn't work. Can you tell me how to get to where I need to be? I have a beautiful garden this year and I'd love to share my pics!
marymm, livonia, mi
Mon. 06/18/07 04:22 PM
I am not sure how to find out this information, so I will start here! Several weeks back Glenn Haege's column listed a product that is used to get the stagnent smell out of front loading washers. I didn't realize this is a common problem. Can you help me find out the name/web address of the product that he listed? Thank you, Jackie
jackie, huntington woods, mi
Tue. 05/29/07 10:35 AM
Hello, Ms. Colburn, I hope and trust that my comment today on the Detroit News blog will be well received. In gratitude, Paul president@webmagickian.com Webmaster http://www.sherwoodstudiosinc.com
webmagickian, Farmington, MI
Tue. 05/29/07 10:32 AM
It seems great minds think alike! My client, Sherwood Studios, offers a contest involving participation in its blog - send email to president@webmagickian.com for full details.
webmagickian, Farmington, MI
Sat. 05/19/07 08:52 AM
I was introduced to your website via Traditional Home. I thought your readers would be interested to learn about our new website called blinkdecor.com. Blinkdecor is a new online guide to modern home design and renovating websites, linking consumers to niche, home design collections across the country. We also have an editorial component and two interactive blogs!
cdirvin, darien, ct
Wed. 05/16/07 08:48 PM
On Nov. 30th, 2006 you ran an article about the Holiday Home Tour in the Ford Homes Historic District. The photo that was used is The Benjamin Lovett Home (close personal friend of Henry Ford) and happens to be one of Dearborns most notable Historic Homes. It was one of the featured homes in the tour and my wife and I happen to be the proud owners and we have spent the past three years completely renovating our home inside and out. You may or may not know that this November marks the 70th anniversary of Lovett Hall at The Henry Ford and I thought you might be interested in doing another article. We can provide additional info on the history of Benjamin Lovett and or the District if needed. In closing I would like to invite you to go to www.myspace.com/lovetthome to preview 44 photos of our unique Historic Home. It truely is a "one of a kind" Ford Home.
Patrick Karasinski, Dearborn, mi
Fri. 05/11/07 07:54 AM
Dear Marge, I just wanted you and your readers to be aware of an event that is free to the public. On Thursday, May 17, 2007, the Junior League Gardeners will host Garden Party , a Standard Flower Show at the Edsel and Eleanor Ford House, 1100 Lake Shore Road, Grosse Pointe Shores, Michigan from Noon to 6:00 p.m. The Garden Party is a community-wide event with exhibits open to the public, free of charge. The Garden Party will be an informative and educational experience for all ages. Additionally, Janis Cunningham, head floral designer for the Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island, will be the featured speaker for a lecuture and flower arranging demonstration, scheduled at 2:00 p.m., to be followed by a subscription Tea at the Ford House. Cost of the Lecture: $15 in advance or at the door Cost of Tea: $15 (Advanced Reservations are required) Cost of Tea and Lecture: $25 (Advanced Reservations are required) Space is limited, so please reserve your spot early. For reservations, or other information, please contact the Junior League of Detroit office at 313-881-0040. Exhibits will feature artistic arrangements in multiple classes, horticulture exhibits and photography, as well as conservation exhibits by LocalMotion, the Michigan Nature Conservancy and the Grosse Pointe Herb Society. There will also be a small Garden Boutique with a selection of items for indoor and outdoor gardening and charming gifts. The Junior League Gardeners, celebrating their 75th anniversary this year, hope to present a show for the education and edification of the entire community. Thank you for your consideration. Best Regards, Evelin Johnson PR Chair - Junior League of Detroit
Kay, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI
