Escape the Winter Winds at the Des Moines Home & Garden Show

We spent several hours late this afternoon and evening at the Des Moines Home & Garden Show. What a wonderful place to escape the howling winds and blowing snow on a February day in Iowa.

I spent a few minutes talking to Michelle Applegate. Her husband is Doug Applegate. You might know him as Mural Man. If you are thinking about adding a whimsical touch to your home or business, take a look at the creative illustrations on their website. The kitchen designs really appeal to me.

What a great project - ‘A Place to Plant Hope: Designer Potting Shed Auction‘ presented by Greater Des Moines Habitat for Humanity and ReStore. It’s a silent auction with proceeds benefiting the work of Habitat for Humanity. There are several unique designs and I couldn’t help but notice one of the sheds was ready for paint and includes a custom paint design from the Mural Man! You must place a bid before the show closes at 6 p.m. Sunday though.

So, have you been to the ReStore yet? I was vaguely aware that it’s there, but after talking to people at the booth I will definitely visit this retail outlet. All the new and used building materials they sell are donated. Proceeds from sale of the materials benefits Greater Des Moines Habitat for Humanity. It’s a perfect way to save money, reuse materials (Think improve the environment.) and help build more Habitat homes. And I was surprised to find there are seven stores in Iowa and more than 500 in the U.S. and Canada.

There’s only one day left to visit the Des Moines Home & Garden Show!

Writer: Sandy Renshaw is a self-employed communications consultant. You will also find her blogging at Purple Wren.

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Sandy Renshaw is Sandy Renshaw is a self-employed communications consultant. You will also find her blogging at Purple Wren.
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