Posts from May 2014

The warmer weather is finally here and we have some ideas to help with spring gardening and planting. As a home owner, it's important to know that the outside can be just as important as the inside.

First step is protecting those hands. It is best to wear some type of gardening glove but when a task requires getting in there with your hands one secret is to sink your fingernails into a bar of soap. This will basically prevent dirt from collecting underneath the nails and then once complete take a brush and you can wash your nails clean.

What about your pots? Any of those made of clay and have salt buildup from the winter? An easy way to remove the deposits of salt is to combine equal parts white vinegar and rubbing alcohol and water in a spray bottle.  Spray and scrub and allow pots to dry before planting anything. Clay pots can also provide good protections for young plants from frosts and freezes. Another good use for clay pots are using them for hose guides. Simp...

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Once again, Old Colony will be a part of East End Yard Sale, which is Charleston' biggest yard sale held.  This year marks the 24^th anniversary for this event, which will be held on Saturday, May 10 from 8am until 2pm rain or shine.  This event is held in conjunction with East End Main Street and the East End Community Association.

For over 20 years this event brings thousands of treasure seekers and bargain shoppers to Charleston's historic East End district in search of items such as furniture, clothing, and household items from the over 200 sellers and vendors.  Residential Seller registration is open April 1-25 online at http://charlestoneastend.com/events/east-end-yard-sale/ for a fee of $10.

In addition, for 2014 we have enhanced this event by adding the full capability of all non-residential sellers to more easily added the full capability of all non-residential sellers to more...

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