Are you looking for something unique or special this holiday season? The Eye of the Day Holiday Gift Guide for 2016 has you covered. These gifts come from all around the world and are sure to be statement pieces in the home or garden. 1. French Anduze Pottery Our handmade French terracotta Pottery from Anduze region in…
Garden Décor
Design Update with Inviting Spaces by Kim
Design Update with Inviting Spaces by Kim Eye of the Day’s large rectangular Italian terra cotta planters, the Delos, were installed recently to add impact, structure and curb appeal to the entrance of a home with an overgrown, out of proportion boxwood border. The planters provided a win- win situation when combined with the ability…
The Clay Authority: Protecting Terracotta
The Clay Authority: Protecting Terracotta As a fifth generation Californian, it’s easy for me to take beautiful weather and sunny, sandy beaches for granted, I also realize that for most of the country, this time of year presents some concerns when it comes to taking care of your garden and terracotta planters Two years ago…
Lisa Cox Landscape Design: Before and After European Farmhouse Garden
Today, Eye of the Day interviews Lisa Cox of Lisa Cox Landscape Design on a recent project in Los Olivos, California. Lisa is a designer we love to work with and it’s always a joy when she stops by the showroom sourcing decor for her designs. As the season slowly transitions into Fall here in California,…
A Brief History of Fountains at Eye of the Day
A Brief History of Fountains at Eye of the Day About twenty years ago, Brent and I had a life-changing meeting with the rep of a company that manufactures concrete garden ornaments. Of course, we didn’t know at the time it was life-changing. If anything, it was more “mystifying” to me. For reasons only apparent…
DIY Project How to Make a Succulent Fountain
DIY: How to Make a Succulent Fountain Looking for a way to add a beautiful and water friendly feature to your garden? We’ve got the perfect garden project for your next weekend outdoors. Here at Eye of the Day, Amelia Richardson, better known as Mimi, takes care of the succulent plantings around the store. An…