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WHO IS MAR JENNINGS?
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 Lifestyle Expert Mar Jennings named BETTER TV's contributing lifestyle expert
Modern lifestyle expert and author Mar Jennings has been named as a Contributing Lifestyle Expert with Meredith Corporation’s Better TV. As a Contributing Expert, Mar will make scheduled monthly appearances on the program demonstrating a variety of home and garden projects that simplify the art of casual luxury. Upcoming segments will include spring gardening tips, fashion for the garden, hosting a successful tag sale, and growing perfect roses. Mar’s past segment demonstrations on lemon and lime votives, Easter baskets and Cheap ‘n Chic Orchids are available for viewing.
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JENNINGS VOTED "Best Local Author 2008" |
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MAR-Be-Que PARTY IDEAS
I often get asked to Barbeque parties—lucky me—and while they are
always fun and enjoyable people always ask me what I would do differently. Recently,
I was asked by a dear friend if I had any fresh ideas about throwing a Barbeque
and would I ever consider co-hosting one with her at my home. It only took me
a moment to say: “Yes”, followed by, “Only if I can call it
a MAR-BE-QUE”. So that you can be in the loop, too, here are my fun family
party ideas that you can incorporate into your next outdoor summer festivities.
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Say "Hi!" to Hydrangeas!
After recently coming back from my national book tour, I arrived
home to the most breathtaking display. My hydrangeas were in
full bloom, awaiting my arrival. Hydrangeas, because they bloom
from summer all the way through to late fall, are wonderful
as a cutting flower and prolific enough for continuous bouquets.
(I have 12 varieties and over 40 of these plants, and often
have to hand the flowers away by the armload!) Nothing is more
striking than an abundant bouquet of any type of hydrangea.
Their intense colors are true eye-candy. Plus, because the
blooms vary in size and dimension you don't need many to fill
a space.
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Easy
Chicken & Pineapple Salad
I love cooking using fresh ingredients but I'm never shy about maximizing the
potential of items from my well-stocked pantry. This is an easy recipe that cuts
corners, but does not sacrifice taste or style. That means it's great for last-minute
guests--or even last-minute "let's have a picnic!"
plans. Perfect with ham or turkey too.
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Terrarium: A MARvelous Glass Garden
Originally known as a “Wardian Case”, terrariums have been around for about one hundred years. I had my first terrarium when I as eight years old in second grade. We grew beans in cotton in glass jars. It was exciting back then to watch things grow, particularly without dirt. Today, I get a lot of enjoyment from my terrariums as they are intriguing to guests who always find them interesting and beautiful. When they find out how little care is required, they immediately want one.
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Doggy See, Doggy Do
Corky, my 16 lb. Miniature Schnauzer is turning thirteen this November and it will be time to celebrate! It’s hard to believe that so much time has passed. How fortunate I have been to have such an amazing little dog that has been the perfect companion all these years. Corky is always ready to join me whether lounging around the house, going shopping or getting ready to go on camera. Everyone loves Corky and truth be told, she is an extension of my life, my friends and my personality.
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Snore Or Score With Your Door
Being the Modern Lifestyle Expert, people are always asking me what they can do to make their homes more stylish and inviting to others. It always surprises me how many people never think about how to set the tone with curb appeal. And I mean a very specific focus: the front door. Think you need to own a home to worry about this? Not so. Even for apartment dwellers, your front door sets the tone for what your guests will experience once they’re through the entry.
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Doing the Right Thing
(or Spontaneous Acts of Kindness)
Those of you familiar with my articles know that I’m usually inspired by a personal experience which compels me to grab my lap-top and put it down while it’s fresh on my mind. Admittedly, I get great joy in sharing these experiences in the hope that I can help motivate, teach and inspire others.
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A House, A Garden and a Book to Match
It’s a story that will make you feel right at home. It began just over a decade ago when Mar Jennings, banker turned author and modern lifestyle expert, bought a three-story colonial townhouse, becoming the foundation on which his creativity and passion for design began to sprout. He added a simple sixteen-by-ten-foot garage in the rear of the property to complement the home’s architectural style and curb appeal. And that was just the beginning.
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Eco Friendly Weddings
What is the newest and fastest growing trend in the multi-billion dollar per year wedding industry?
Why going "green" of course. What does going "green" mean. It means that
you can have organic or locally grown food, you can be whisked away in a hybrid limo, have your
invitations printed on recycled paper or use potted plants instead of cut flowers. "People are
making purchasing decisions based on environmental concerns," says Gerald Prolman, the
founder of OrganicBouquet.com, an online organic florist.
All over the country, caterers now offer pesticide-free menus, and all-natural vintages. More than ever,
fine china and linen napkins are returning and the idea of throwaways is, well, being thrown out.
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Welcome to my website!
Lifestyle Expert and Author Mar Jennings uncovers a wealth of inspirational ideas and creative projects to dress up your home, garden and life. Mar simplifies the art of casual luxury while showing you how to develop your green thumb and flair for design with a sophisticated sense of style, color and harmony that will inspire you with the spirit of the outdoors. Experience my nationally known elegant home and garden when you enter Life On Mar's!
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Some of the things I've done:
RADIO:
Martha Stewart Living Radio
WOHI-AM, PA
WICC-AM60 CT
WOHI-AM, Pittsburgh, PA
WOHI-AM, Pittsburgh, PA
PRESS:
New York Times
Quick and Simple Magazine
Creative Home Magazine
Associated Press
New York Post, Page Six
Daily News
Washington Post
CNN Money
Forbes.com
Better Homes and Gardens Decorating
Home Magazine
athome
Westport Magazine
Fairfield County Home Magazine
Connecticut Post
Norwalk Hour
Better Homes and Gardens Creative Home
From House to Home
Hoy Newspaper
Milwaukee Sentinel Journal
Lipstick Magazine
Woman's World
Univision.com
TELEVISION:
• ABC, Channel 7, Eyewitness News, New York, NY
• NBC, Channel 4, New York, NY
• NY1
• WTNH, Channel 8, CT
• WTNH, Channel 8, Good Morning CT
• PBS, Victory Garden, Boston, MA
• WCTX Channel 9, CT
• WNDY-TV, Indianapolis, MO
• WWHO UPN 53, Columbus, OH
• News 12, Connecticut
• KPHO/CBS Phoenix, AZ
• KPTV/FOX Portland, OR
• WFSB/CBS Hartford, CT
• KSMO/MYTV Kansas City
• WTMJ/NBC Milwaukee
• WSMV/ NBC Nashville
• WHNS/FOX Greenville
• KVVU/FOX Las Vegas
• WFTX/FOX Fort Myers
• WNEM/CBS Saginaw, MI
• WGBA/NBC Green Bay
• WFLI/CW Chattanooga
• WSHM/CBS Springfield
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