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Seattle artist Jungim "JJ" Rose creates one-of-a-kind nature-inspired art that brings the beauty of the Pacific Northwest into homes and workplaces. Her journey to becoming a full-time moss artist is every bit as remarkable as the artwork itself. The turning point came with the pandemic, when Rose and her husband rescued an injured hummingbird they found on a Mercer Island sidewalk. They named the tiny bird Lil Bit. Although the hummingbird survived only a week, caring for it inspired Rose to...

In the Pacific Northwest, summer is an ideal time to inspect your roof and make sure it is ready for the rainy season ahead. Our roofs have to contend with heavy rainfall, moss, algae, evergreen needles and overhanging conifers. Addressing small problems now can help prevent them from becoming major ones when the rains return. The seven things Northwest homeowners should check this time of year include: Roof shingles or other roofing materials — Look for damage, curling, cracking or missing...

It’s all things lavender this month as the Sequim Lavender Festival celebrates its 30th anniversary. While the actual festival takes place July 17 - 19, there are a host of activities the entire month celebrating all things lavender, from farm tours to lavender-themed brunches and more. Among the lavender farms you can visit is Jardin du Soleil. This family-owned organic lavender farm really is an oasis - it is located on 10 acres featuring fields of lavender along with Victorian gardens,...