Open House with Me! (Mike) :)

Me and some women from last weekend's workshop.

Well I think spring has finally sprung…..now it’s time to get down to business!  This weekend is our kick off to Spring: our Annual Spring Open House.  And this year it’s extra special as we celebrate 30 years in … [Read more...]

Fresh Balsam Deer

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What do you get when a 2 x 4 and and pine tree cross the road? A fresh balsam deer!  Hand wrapped around a wooden frame, Mike's latest creations come in 2 sized are are sure to make all of the other reindeer jealous!  … [Read more...]

Out-Bark Mike

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Co-owner, Mike Beeck, took a stroll around the property at our Plymouth location and snapped some close-ups of some his favorite "barks."  If you don't know already, Mike loves the unusual - even when it comes to tree … [Read more...]

A Sad farewell…to Bailey

I write this with a heavy heart,Bailey our oldest chocolate lab has passed.She will be missed by many,her daily attendance at work has made her a Wreath factory favorite of customers and employees.She lived 17 long years,had … [Read more...]

Slug Control for Hostas

Festered Foliage: An untreated hosta is vulnerable to the damaging effects of slugs. Well it's that time of year, this is the proper time to prevent holes in your hostas this summer by applying slug bait now.  To apply, … [Read more...]

While waiting for SPRING……

Wow will it ever get warm,while waiting you can do the following this week(Easter week)1. Apply rose care application, I recommend Bayer Rose and flower care,A cap full for each rose bush. Tip: Apply every holiday … [Read more...]

Things to do while waiting for Spring

While waiting for spring here's a list of things you can do now.1. Apply granular fertilizers to lawn and gardens.2. Clean outdoor furniture with warm soapy, nonabrasive detergents.3. Prune winter damaged limbs and … [Read more...]

Outdoor Living…Literally

  Modern-Shed founders/owners, Ryan Grey Smith & Ahna Holder with daughter Della You don't actually have to live in it but you can greatly increase the function and usability of your backyard with a … [Read more...]

Grey barn gets a facelift this spring…

the barn is getting a facelift this spring....stay tuned- Posted by Mike from my iPad … [Read more...]

Flower Power

Spring is alive and kicking at The Chicago Flower & Garden Show at Navy Pier going on March 5-13.  Mike spent last Sunday afternoon taking in all of the installations, arrangements and fresh ideas.Inspired (and a … [Read more...]