If you’re browsing through Laurel & Lawton Gift and Home Accessories in Mount Pleasant, don’t be surprised if the items you consider come with a story from owner Ashley Davis. Davis opened the new shop in June 2022 in the Queensborough Shopping Center, three years after retiring from teaching—and rather than just selling items, she tries to educate patrons whenever possible … [Read more...]

Prepare for the unexpected.” This is perhaps the best advice ever given to homeowners. It’s advice that Bess and John Leiti often give. Priding themselves with a calm demeanor no matter the chaos, they are also ready to help if disaster strikes. Together, the Lowcountry residents built Seaside Restoration from the ground up. After a friend’s recommendation to combine their … [Read more...]

Oyster Candle Company & Coastal Gifts isn’t the typical gift shop. Located in a charming old house with a welcoming front porch, Oyster Candle Company makes browsing through a carefully curated selection of candles and gifts feel cozy and inviting. Owner Shannon Gallo put it best when she said, “the shopping experience is truly unique.” Gallo proudly showcases products … [Read more...]

Spring is a great time to begin thinking about summer and outdoor entertaining. With the right landscaping and improvements, you can create a space you’ll never want to leave. Staying home will be much more fun when you have an oasis in your own backyard. When seeking spring planting advice, who better to ask than the experts at Brookgreen Gardens, which is celebrating its … [Read more...]