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It’s Good to Be Green: This Restored Munger Place Craftsman is a Preservationist’s Dream

By Karen Eubank / December 2, 2021 /

You know what makes a good stocking stuffer? A fully restored Craftsman! The perfect one would be this gorgeous-in-green Munger Place Craftsman. I could tell it was a labor of love the moment I saw the photos. This is one of those rare homes that has been restored and updated with a reverence for its…

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Even a Beautiful Historic Home Often Needs a Transformational Touch!

By Karen Eubank / December 3, 2020 /

Dallas is lucky to have so many beautiful historic homes that have been magnificently maintained and updated over the years. Selling one can be challenging because we all live in our homes in a way that does not usually align with best practices for presentation.  It’s hard because we love our homes, we think the…

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Luxurious, Versatile Velvet Brings Warmth to Any Home

By Karen Eubank / November 2, 2020 /

As the seasons shift and brisk evenings turn into chillier days, you might find yourself craving a fall refresh for your home. Bring layers of warmth into your space just in time for the cooler temperatures with soft yet substantial fabrics. One of our favorite materials? The luxuriously versatile velvet, of course! Sumptuous yet inviting,…

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Addison Sloane Art is a Creative Holiday Gift!

By Karen Eubank / October 25, 2020 /

Ok, let’s get serious. If you want a unique holiday gift, it’s time to start shopping. There are precisely 61 days until December 25th. Yep, two months. Not to worry! Your elves at Candysdirt.com are continually researching the most exciting and talented new artists in Dallas who can make your holidays merry and bright— and…

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A Fitting Tribute to Virginia Savage McAlester

By Karen Eubank / September 17, 2020 /

Virginia Savage McAlester was legendary in the historic preservation of our city. Without her, there would be no Swiss Avenue Historic District. There would be no Historic Preservation League resulting in the birth of Preservation Dallas. And Realtors would have no idea how to describe their historic listings without Virginia’s A Field Guide to American…

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