Darlene Anderson

Collecting Western Belt Buckles

As the popularity of Western style grows, so does the fashion and accessories of that style. Western Belt Buckles are currently going through a fashion revival. Today Western Belt Buckles are worn proudly by our president, the governor of California as well as celebrities and movie stars and millions of others who want to add a distinctive touch to their wardrobes. Antique style Western Belt buckles are becoming harder to... (posted by Darlene 3 years 213 days ago.)

Collecting Cowboy Gear

The "Old West" has always held a unique fascination for many people. Whether it is the memories of watching "The Lone Ranger", "Roy Rogers" or later on "Gunsmoke" and "Bonanza", or just the idea of the "free spirit" type of life led by the cowboy, this fascination has led to a renewed interest in collecting the gear of the Cowboy. What are the types of cowboy gear that people like to collect and how were they important to the... (posted by Darlene 3 years 219 days ago.)

Decorative Vegetable Gardens

Who says a kitchen garden can’t be beautiful? Vegetable gardens don’t have to be practical, uninspired, regimented rows of vegetables. You can create an edible garden that is as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palette. Decorative kitchen gardens are called potagers from the French word potage, meaning soup. These gardens combine vegetables and other edibles with herbs and flowers. Here are some of the features of... (posted by Darlene 3 years 228 days ago.)

Creating Garden Rooms

Can you imagine yourself sitting in a comfortable chair on your patio sipping a refreshing drink surrounded by beautiful flowers? The kids are playing just a few feet away, in their own grassy area but separated from you by a few shrubs, tall plantings, or a low rock wall. You are separated enough to have your own relaxing space, but at the same time able to hear and keep an eye on them. That is one of the advantages of... (posted by Darlene 3 years 229 days ago.)