Autumn is on our doorsteps, figuratively and literally – you can’t have Halloween without jack-o’-lanterns. Whether you are a beginner carver or out to win the neighborhood pumpkin carving contest, we hope the below hacks will guarantee you the best carved pumpkin on the block. Choosing Your Pumpkin. Choose a pumpkin with an intact stem – …
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Leland Area Dining Guide
Anyone familiar with the Wilmington, North Carolina knows how much growth the area has experienced, and this popular destination has attracted chefs from all walks of life ready to offer up some of their most delicious recipes. New restaurants and bars seem to pop up all the time and we hope this growing list will …
NC Folktales and Mysteries: Devil’s Tramping Ground
North Carolina has a rich tradition of folklore, and it encompasses a variety of magical legends and unexplained natural phenomena – today we’ll explore a mystery in western Chatham County. The Devil’s Tramping Ground is a roughly 40-foot perfect circle devoid of most vegetation. Regional legend claims that Satan frequents this area on his nightly walks, …
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Garden Calendar – October Checklist
October is the time-honored month for harvesting. Cooler mornings bring much needed relief from the intense summer heat, and the scents of pumpkin spice and apple cider helps us transition into the new season. For many gardeners, October might be the final vegetable collection of the year. For those who planted a fall and winter …
Flooring Choices for Your New Home
There are few features in your home that combine form and function the way that flooring does. It literally lays the foundation for everything else that happens in your home. With so many options available, it is no wonder homeowners feel overwhelmed making this important decision. So, to help you navigate the world of flooring, …
Crafts to Get You Ready for Fall
Fall has begun, mornings are getting crisper, the days shorter – and although we hate to see summer go, there is something magical about the warm colors and coziness of the new season. So, if you are ready to fill your home with autumn flair, keep reading below for some fun crafts for the whole …
NC Folktales and Mysteries: The Lost Colony
North Carolina has a rich tradition of folklore, and it encompasses a variety of magical legends and unexplained natural phenomena – and today we’ll explore one of the country’s most gripping historical mysteries, the Lost Colony. The story begins over 400 years ago and involves a group of English settlers that arrived on the North …
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Garden Calendar – September Checklist
After a nice, hot summer and hopefully productive growing season, gardens are starting to wind down by September. Although warm weather is still hanging around the North Carolina coast, the days are getting shorter, while brisker mornings and cooler nights are becoming more common. As the season begins to shift, so does our gardening focus, …
NC Boardwalks to Visit Before Summer Ends
Whether it’s in music, movies, or books, going down to the boardwalk is nostalgic and quintessential summertime experience. There’s something special about walking along the water, popping into an ice cream shop for a sweet treat, or hopping on a few rides as you soak in the salt air. Be sure to visit some of …
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Creating a Media Room in Your Home
At McAdams Homes, our aim is to offer our customers thoughtfully designed floor plans, while ensuring we provide you with the highest quality in new home construction. As we strive to meet excellence in every detail of your home, we want you to feel good about investing in it and your quality of life with …