Interior Motives

As I gaze out the window, Cosmopolitan in hand, the dreary April rain falls like, well, rain. But let us not forget that these April showers will bring those May flowers we all love. And then it’s time for outdoor living. As you dig out the barbecue tongs and amusing aprons, let’s turn our attention to your deck (always thinking about deck, I am). The clear choice for all your deck upkeep needs is Chicagoland Deck Cleaning & Sealing. In business since 1995, all they do is deck cleaning and sealing, so you know that they are true specialists in their field. I spoke wth the owner, Bill. A true gentleman. He told me that he loves working with the gay community because he respects a community that strives to keep their investments in tip-top shape. Here’s how he can help—they will pressure wash your deck with no chemicals and apply sealer by brush, thus insuring an even, clean coat. They use a superior product from Wisconsin and are in constant contact with the manufacturer. As a result, they have become experts on every level. They take pride in what they do and you’ll take pride in the job they’ll do for you! That’s Chicagoland Deck Cleaning & Sealing at (773) 348-4516.

Here’s a Web site that will delight—The Purple Palm Tree. Need festive dinnerware? The Purple Palm Tree. What about a wide variety of scented candles to create any mood? The Purple Palm Tree. Have a yen for exquisite lamps? OK, everybody now, The Purple Palm Tree. Offering a wide selection of goods for fabulous living, The Purple Palm Tree will not disappoint. Check them out at www.ThePurplePalmTree.com and I dare you not to find something that will strike your fancy.

The Midwest’s largest Spring sale of quality antiques—the 27th Annual Chicago O’Hare Spring Antiques Show and Sale—returns to the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont April 25-27. More than 250 select dealers from across the U.S., Canada and Europe will offer for sale a wide range of high-quality antiques. The show will feature more fine furniture than ever before including English, Country Oak and Victorian. Antiques collectors will also find porcelain, art glass, Tiffany, textiles, antique and estate jewelry, pottery and much, much more. The weekend will also feature the 7th Annual Chicago Antique Native American Art Show & Sale, featuring 50 select dealers with a huge selection of baskets, rugs, beadwork, and Eskimo and Northwest Coast art. The show has, in its few years, established a reputation as one of the best venues for Native American collectors in the nation. See the Chicago O’Hare Spring Antique Show at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center April 25-27. For more information call Dolphin Promotions/ Manor House Shows at (954) 563-6747 or (708) 366-2710.

Excellence is what the American Craft Council Show is known for nationwide.

It is the Council’s mission to support the finest of America’s craft artists through recognition, promotion and display of exceptional works. Chosen by an international jury of peers, 225 of these modern-day masters are featured at this year’s American Craft Council Show on Chicago’s Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand, April 26-27.

For more info, call (847) 864-7400.