In 2005, I became a Grand Lake local and began my career in landscaping. I will also add that I have tried to retire from landscaping ever since.  When you see my man-hands...you will see why. But there is nothing like putting my hands in the dirt and creating something beautiful. It is what brings color, warmth and life to a home, the icing on the cake.

Much like landscaping, there is nothing like kneading dough with my bare hands to make a beautiful baguette, scone or pizza crust. Or making homemade cookies, wrapping them in a beautifully wrapped box and giving it to someone unexpectedly. And it is safe to say...I love to entertain. Whether I’m feeding a basketball team, my husband's subcontractors, our youth group or a special dinner party - I love putting it all together. I love pairing food with wine while dining in a beautiful surrounding. I enjoy creating a table setting with linens, herbs or flowers from my garden and seasonal accent plates to make it Ina or Martha approved. And I love the newest kitchen gadgets and decor. I love seeing a canister filled with stainless utensils and a blue and white striped spatula in the middle that color jumps to your table runner or pillows on your sofa. 

So here we are, The Lakehouse.  A store for those who love to entertain, from your Pantry to Patio.  

Thank you for checking us out, come see us in person mid-October!