The Antiques Roadshow Collection is based on one-of-a-kind finds from the TV show.
Colors, slightly off the wall
Who names these colors, and what were they thinking? From Dutch Boy Paints come these shades for the new year: Boothill Brown, Uphill Climb and Dungeon Bronze. Now that you're thoroughly depressed and exhausted, hear the explanations: Boothill Brown (Boot Hill is where cowboys are buried after a shootout) is in the "Love Thy Neighbor" palette, which is supposed to honor diversity, relationships and an appreciation of cultures, one's own and those of others. (Hence, additional colors such as Victory Red - over which of those neighbors? - and Glockenspiel Brown.) The "Namaste" palette, which brings us Uphill Climb, a willowy green, is marked by acceptance of oneself and others, harmony and spiritual outlook. Dungeon Bronze is in the "History in the Making" lineup, which reflects tradition, permanence and longing for the past. Well, not if you were the one in that dungeon.
Jewelry appraisals; furniture gems
Jeanenne Bell, the jewelry appraiser from Antiques Roadshow, will be at Burdines Countryside Furniture Gallery in Clearwater from noon to 4 p.m. Jan. 31 to provide free jewelry appraisals. Her appearance coincides with the introduction of the Antiques Roadshow Collection by Pulaski Furniture, based on unique items discovered on the show. They include bedroom, dining and accent pieces in contemporary and traditional styles.
It's time to shift seasons
This is it, folks: the official weekend to get rid of the Christmas poinsettias. The holidays are over, the poinsettias have served long and well, and now they look like the ghost of Christmas past. The tree is long gone; the flowers should be too. Replace them with a bouquet of tulips for a breath of spring.
Raising interest by design
The designer show house sponsored by the American Society of Interior Designers, Florida West Coast Chapter/Sarasota, continues through Feb. 15. This year's house is a contemporary waterfront home that was jacked up to create a new first floor in the gated community of Fishermen's Bay. Hours: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Saturday, noon to 4 p.m. Sunday. Tickets: $20 at the door. Information: (941) 926-7794. Directions: From Interstate 75 in Sarasota County, take Exit 205 west (Clark Road). When Clark crosses Swift Road, its name changes to Stickney Point Road. At U.S. 41 (S Tamiami Trail), turn south 2.5 miles and turn right on Vamo Road. Travel seven-tenths of a mile to Wharf Road and turn right. Drive three-tenths of a mile. Fishermen's Bay is on the left just before the road dead-ends at a county park. The house is at 8834 Fishermen's Bay Drive.
