Here's the Dirt..."The Shops at Riverview" New Blog

Check out the new blog,

"The Shops at Riverview"

There is a new blog in town and it's called

"The Shops at Riverview".

Yes, I've decided to start a second blog

and focus on the community

of Riverview in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

I will feature news, stories, events and the

latest happenings from all the fun shops in our area.

Around here we all call it food, fun, and finds!

Yep, I will include restaurant menus of the week,

hot merchandise, profiles of people, shops

and much, much more!

If you have any Riverview news you want to share...

just let me know.

Make sure you become a follower of

"The Shops at Riverview" blog

and watch as it grows!

Here's the Dirt...More Shop Photos from "The Clay Pot"

People always asked me to post photos of my shop.

Here are a few shots I took lately.

We are always completely changing the shop.

Painting, moving furniture, creating displays.

It's fun to change things now and then.

My goal for this spring was to create a look that was

"Creative & Quirky".
I am really pleased with the way everything turned out.
The shop looks completely different than it did four weeks ago.

Success!

Here's the Dirt...Phalaenopsis Orchids Are Beautiful Now!

Phalaenopsis Orchids are absolutely beautiful now.

Their simplicity is one thing that makes them so special.

The long-lasting blooms will last up to 3-4 months.

The perfect gift for someone special!
Available at

The Clay Pot.

Here's the Dirt.."Riverview Park", Chattanooga, Tennessee

"Riverview Park"...Circa 1939

I've had my business, The Clay Pot, in Riverview for over 17 years and don't think I've ever noticed the date on the entrance to the "Riverview Park", 1939. Wow! The park is just one block from my shop. My shop is located in a bungalow that was built in the late 20's. It is amazing and very interesting to me all the history in the area of Riverview.

Here's the Dirt...Birds and Eggs...Yes, Spring's Around the Corner

Birds and Eggs!

Yes, even though it is hard to believe...spring is just around the corner.

Here the Dirt...Check out "Garden & Gun"

Check out the website, "Garden & Gun"

to see a neat article in "Warehouse Chic"

on the history behind the mercury glass apothecary bottles

we are carrying at The Clay Pot.

It's wonderful someone salvages these items

so we can make them available for you.

They are like owning a little piece of history.

Check out the story at

Garden & Gun .

Here's the Dirt...New Creations by "Has Been Metal Works" for The Clay Pot

New creations by

"Has Been Metal Works"

for The Clay Pot

I love these new items we have exclusively at The Clay Pot.

I asked Shane Wood of "Has Been Metal Works" to create

these wonderful containers using some of my galvanized pots.

They are perfect for flowers and candles.

They would look great running down a table or sideboard.

We varied the heights to add to the wow factor!

Stop by the shop and check out these great new items.

Here's the Dirt...Quince, Quince, Quince

"Quince, Quince, Quince"
If you don't have a quince plant in your yard, you need to

make sure you purchase one this spring.

The blooms are very dramatic and beautiful.

This plant of mine was grown from cuttings from

my Great Grandmother's home.

Did you know you can cut stems that are not even showing color?

Simply cut your stems and place them in a vase of water.

The blooms will last about 3-4 weeks.

I cut some stems in mid December and was able

to enjoy them over the holidays.

Quince is definitely one of my all-time

favorite spring time flowers.

Here's the Dirt...Pink Hydrangeas!

"Pink Hydrangeas!"

What a wonderful color!

Hydrangeas are available now in pink, white and blue.

Add a touch of color to your home with these beautiful plants.

Here's the Dirt...Hyacinths in Houndstooth

"Hyacinths in Houndstooth"

These are the perfect token gift for spring.

Hyacinths are one of my favorite flowers.

These bulbs are planted in these adorable houndstooth cans.

The blue flower mixed with the brown and white houndstooth

is the perfect color combination.

Available at

The Clay Pot

Here's the Dirt...The Clay Pot also located at "The Galleries at Southside"

The Clay Pot

at

"The Galleries at Southside"

Come visit our second location right in the heart of

downtown Chattanooga.

The Galleries at Southside is located at

1404 Cowart Street.

Phone: 423.267.8101

We are honored to be one of the original booths at the Galleries.

Check out more neat finds available on

The Galleries at Southside's

Facebook page.

The Galleries at Southside Facebook Page

Here's the Dirt..."Seasons of Love"

It is the season of love...

May you share your love this "season" with someone special in your life.

I hope you enjoy "Seasons of Love" from Rent.

It is one of my all-time favorite songs.

Happy Valentine's Day from "Dirt from The Clay Pot" and

Joe

Here's the Dirt..."Design Sponge" Blog Features "City Guides"

Design Sponge

is one of my new favorite blogs to follow.

I really enjoy the "City Guides" section.

Looking for some of the best shopping in cities

around the country and the world?

Check out

"Design Sponge's City Guides"
before your next trip.

Here's the Dirt...We've Been Sprucing up the Shop

We've been sprucing up the shop for spring.

Stop by and see all our new fun stuff!

The Clay Pot

1311 Hanover Street

Chattanooga, TN 37405

423.265.2007

Here's the Dirt...A Few Valentine Funnies!

These all have a little more "punch" when spoken with a southern, country twang...
(or as I would normally speak...and yes, they were all composed my me)

The older you get, the highter your hair,
Just that hint of blue...makes all the men stare.

Sugar Pie, Sweet Pea, Snookums, Honey,
I make the dough...and you spend my money.

I like my beer, and you like your pies,
I've got this belly...and you've got those thighs.

Does this make me look skinny?
Does this make me look fat?
Honey, you better think twice...before answering that.

Here's the Dirt..."Favorite Color" for Valentine's Day

"Favorite Color"

for Valentine's Day.

Yellow is one of my favorite colors.

It is cheery and brings people joy.

There are no rules for what color flowers you

should be sending for Valentines.

Pretty flowers are pretty flowers.

I would suggest sending flowers

in the recipient's favorite color.

Let them know you put some thought behind it.

"Favorite color for your favorite person".

Here's the Dirt..."Top 5 Post for January 2010"

Thanks for all the hits on by blog.

I really appreciate all your interest.

I will continue bringing you

"all the latest dirt".

Here are the top 5 Post for January 2010!

Top 5

1. Walnut Street Bridge, Photography by Joe Jumper, YouTube Video
2. A "Wonderful" Playlist...for Your next Dinner Party
3. Daiyel's "One Man Band" singing Jason Mraz's "I'm Yours"
4. I Miss New York
5. Turquoise is a Hit...Now and Then!

Here's the Dirt...Guess Who These Belong To?

Guess who these belong to?

That's right, I've been working on more hang tags for the shop.

I've tried different types and styles, but I feel these really hit

"The Clay Pot' right on the mark.

I found the "clay pot ink stamp" in New York

while strolling down some small interesting street.

It was a good find.

Here's the Dirt...The New "Warehouse Row"

"Warehouse Row"

in

Chattanooga, Tennessee.

Next time you're out and about or in the area...

make sure you take time to stop, shop and eat at the new "Warehouse Row".

Be ready to be wowed!
Warehouse Row

Here's the Dirt...Don't forget...Flowers for Valentine's Day from "The Clay Pot"

Don't forget...

flowers for Valentine's Day

from

"The Clay Pot"

call

423.265.2007

Here's the Dirt..."Man Shops Globe" on the Sundance Channel

Check out "Man Shops Globe" on The Sundance Channel. Keith Johnson searches for original artisan's work to be used in "Anthropologies" around the country. Very inspiring!

To go to "Man Shops Globe" home page click on the link below. Enjoy!

"Man Shops Globe" on The Sundance Channel

Here's the Dirt...New "Votivo Candles" Available at The Clay Pot

Two new scents by "Votivo Candles"

are now available at

The Clay Pot.

"Glorioso" and "Mosaic" are brand new.

I know everyone loves their Red Currant...

I do too...

but these new scents are great, too!

Come by and check them out.

Here's the Dirt...Hyacinths are in Bloom!

"Hyacinths are in Bloom!"

Hyacinths are is season now and boy do they look great!

Hyacinths are one of my favorite flowers.

They have a wonderful scent and are available in

white, purple, periwinkle and pink.
I planted these purple hyacinths in these neat pods

and embellished them with sheet moss.

Pretty neat!

Make somebody's day a little brighter with a gift of hyacinths.

Here's the Dirt..."Mums in a Can"

"Mums in a Can"
They are simply too cute!

Our "Mums in a Can" make a great hostess gift

or just a simple "thank you arrangement" for someone special.

The great thing about these arrangements is they are simple,

long lasting and make a

"big impact without breaking the bank!".

They are great used in multiples

and can be easily customized using any color fabric.

White Cushion Mums were used in the ones pictured above.

Give us call for more information.
423.265.2007

Here's the Dirt...Blue Eggs

"Blue Eggs"

I've got a thing for eggs.

I like using them to add just a touch of color.

Add a few eggs to a small nest and placed it somewhere in your home.

I especially like featuring them inside a cloche,

grouped with a few plants.

It just says spring.
These small eggs are available at

The Clay Pot

for only .15 cents each.

Wow...what a bargain!