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All You Need - LocallyWe’ve got you covered with nightcrawlers—the perfect food for freshwater fish—and all the essentials to make your time by the water stress-free. Stock up on folding chairs, coolers, bug spray, and more before you cast your line. Swing by Coffee’s Country Market next door for a wide selection of fresh sandwiches, drinks, and snacks to fuel your adventure. After all, happy anglers have the best stories to share later. Looking for more fishing gear? Check out Black Hall Outfitters locally, in Old Lyme. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, we’re here to help you have the best day possible. Tight lines and happy fishing! 🎣 Helpful LinksCT.gov Fishing: Department of Energy & Environmental Protection (DEEP) Information, Licenses and Permits, and Current Regulations Online Sportsman Licensing System: CT License Application Connecticut is Fishy: General info, places to fish, and specific fish with interactive maps of Connecticut fishing sites.  Places to fish The following are some categories with links of places to fish in Connecticut
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 As we channel the luck of the Irish and the festive spirit of St. Patrick’s Day, we’re raising a (paint)brush to celebrate the proud Irish roots of Benjamin Moore, a name that’s brought color and life to homes for generations! Did you know that Benjamin Moore, the founder of one of the most iconic paint brands in history, was born in Ballybay, Monaghan County, Ireland, in 1855? Let’s journey back in time to explore how this Irish immigrant's vision painted a brighter future for homes and entire communities. From Ballybay to Brooklyn: The Journey of an Irish Dreamer At just 17 years old, Benjamin Moore left his hometown of Ballybay in 1872, emigrating to Brooklyn, New York. Armed with determination and a strong work ethic, he quickly found his footing as a salesman in the painting trade. However, young Benjamin had bigger dreams that would come to life in 1883 when he and his brother Robert opened the Moore Brothers Paint Company in a small loft in Brooklyn. In the same year, Benjamin Moore founded his company on a simple yet powerful business philosophy: develop and manufacture high-quality products that meet customers' needs and sell them through independent merchants. This principle laid the foundation for what would become a globally recognized brand. "... the application of intelligence A Legacy of Inspiration and Transformation Benjamin Moore’s journey from Ireland to America is a tale of resilience and vision. By 1929, the company had expanded to include a home decorating department catering to a growing demand for beautiful, vibrant spaces. Their commitment to excellence led to hiring the company’s first chemist in 1907 and establishing a research department, ensuring that their paints were always a stroke above the rest. 
Irish Values in Every Brushstroke This St. Patrick’s Day reminds us how Benjamin Moore’s journey embodies the spirit of Irish heritage: a commitment to community, creativity, and connection. With every stroke of Benjamin Moore paint, we’re not just adding color to walls; we’re honoring a legacy of inspiring and transforming lives—one brushstroke at a time. Celebrate with Us! As a locally owned independent Benjamin Moore "Signature Store", we’re proud to be a part of this incredible legacy. Whether you’re starting a new project or refreshing a favorite space, let us help you find the perfect colors to inspire your home and honor the spirit of Benjamin Moore—yesterday, today, and tomorrow. 🍀 Happy St. Patrick’s Day! What's Your Favorite Green Paint Color?
Let's See the Love 💚 Inspire others by sharing your amazing paint projects! Email [email protected]. Lyme, CT Project - Benjamin Moore's Lush
 We are seeing a lot of bold color choices this year inspired by Benjamin Moore's 2023 color palette:  Benjamin Moore is a great place to get inspiration for your next paint project. This month we are featuring the color Pink - in honor of Valentine's Day. We hope you will get some inspiration from this article from Benjamin Moore. Please visit "Pink Paint Color by Family" for the full article and more color inspiration. The Perfect Pinks for Valentine’s Day Whether you are looking for a cheerful cherry blossom or an eye-catching fuchsia, pink is a flattering paint color that works wonders in any space. Explore Benjamin Moore's collection of homeowner-favorite pink paint colors, and find expert advice and inspiration on how to use them in your home. Most Popular Pink Paint ColorsHere are a few of our homeowner favorite pink paint colors, including First Light 2102-70, a former Benjamin Moore Color of the Year. Pink Living Rooms Pink walls in living rooms are both comforting and sophisticated, ideal for a space where you love spending time. Here, an accent wall in First Light 2102-70 provides a burst of blush besides walls and ceiling in White Heron OC-57. Explore the expertly curated color palette themed around First Light 2102-70 for more pairing-with-pink color inspiration! Light pinks like Opal OC-73, Head Over Heels AF-250, and Tissue Pink 1163 are also favorites for living rooms. Looking for something bolder? Try Royal Flush 2076-20, a vibrant fuchsia, paired with a warm neutral, like Sonnet AF-55.
 Choosing the right paint color can be a daunting task. There are so many factors to consider; the light, complementing the floors, furniture, art, appliances and surrounding rooms, the trim and ceiling are something to consider as well. After our renovation was completed I couldn't make any more decisions. We wanted to keep the interior paint simple and start with a bright, modern white to complement our light oak floors. Who knew there would be an unlimited amount of whites to choose from? I was completely overwhelmed. I picked up a ton of Benjamin Moore color chips and paint samples from Laysville Hardware and ultimately asked the expert. John suggested Benjamin Moore's Decorator's White OC-149 based on what I was looking for. I also loved Chantilly Lace OC-65 so we used this for our trim and our kitchen cabinets. The hint of grey in the Decorator's White offset the Chantilly Lace trim for a crisp contrast that we all love. Now that the project is finished and all our decisions are behind us, Moxi (our Fox Red Lab) loves that we have plenty of time to play with her.  Benjamin Moore put together these helpful steps to make the process of selecting the right paint color for your home a little easier. How to Choose Interior Paint ColorsWhile there is no one-size-fits-all reply to "what’s the best interior paint color," some thoughtful research goes a long way. Go into this exercise with an open mind and a commitment to exploring your creative side as you search for your perfect paint color. Step #1: Analyze the Room for Interior Paint Ideas Hardwood floors, countertops, a fireplace surround, area rugs, and of course furniture...the colors in these items will help determine which paint color families will work best in your room, and help narrow your options. Additionally, the right paint color for any room should reflect the mood you want to create in the room as well as complement its architecture and style. Paint truly transforms your space–see some of our favorite colors for living room and bedroom if you are selecting color for either of these important spaces in your home. Step #2: Explore the Best Interior Paint Colors–for You If you want to cut to the chase, check out our tried and true most popular paint colors, where we highlight homeowner favorite colors including Chantilly Lace OC-65, Revere Pewter HC-172, Hale Navy HC-154 and many more. For a more deliberate approach, use magazines, online tools like Pinterest and our Inspiration section to find colors and color combinations that inspire you. Is your eye drawn to darker hues, fresh pastels or bold primary colors? Explore how paint and color work together in the Color Handbook and tap into our online color tools.
Christmas Tree Lights with a Flare A couple years ago I saw this tree on the cover of Martha Stewart Living. This inspired me to create my own tree of lights.
People stop from all over to look at our tree and we have received a ton of gratitude from our neighbors who love looking at our tree. We love it so much we remove the snowflakes and keep the lights on all year. It is great light for outdoor entertaining and dinners when it warms up.
This year I want to try some of Laysville Hardware's Christmas ball lights to add some color to our tree. Have any other ideas? I would love to hear from you!
How to Spray Paint Your Brass Fixtures
Here's more information on Spray Painting from Rust-Oleum and a "How to" video from Rust-Oleum on YouTube for more detailed instructions. (just click on the highlighted links)
I was amazed with how easy and fast this project was. Of course now my mind is scanning the house to find the next spray paint DIY project. I am thinking of finding some objects and painting them brass to update the living room area in keeping with realtor.com's 2014 Remodeling Trend #2 — Brass Accents. Maybe I can find an old vase or bowl and give it a try.  My "Inspiration" I probably spend way too much time on Pintrest, especially after 11 pm when I can't fall asleep. For those of you that don't know about Pinterest (John), it is a web community where members can "pin" images, videos and other objects to their pinboard. I get a lot of my "inspiration" from things I find on this site. The chalkboard paint was something I had to try. Our kitchen has a 10 foot by 8 foot wall that was a perfect backdrop for something creative. Laysville Hardware suggested the Benjamin Moore Chalkboard paint. I chose black - but there are a ton of color choices! They recommended a 3/8" nap roller and I picked up the paint tray, some painter's tape a drop cloth and off I went. I saw they also sold magnetic paint — how cool is that?! I picked up a quart of Rust-Oleum magnetic paint and a smaller nap roller to see how we could add a magnetic back board to the project. John from Laysville Hardware recommended I only do a small area for the magnetic paint and boy was he right. I chose to do a bar across the mid/top of the wall so we could post photos, kids art work or little daily notes. After 8 plus coats the magnetic paint finally started working — well worth the effort but it added a little more time to the project. For detailed instructions on how to apply the Benjamin Moore Chalkboard paint you can visit the Benjamin Moore web site.  We have received so many compliments on our chalkboard wall. Everyone is drawn to it (pun intended). The kids enjoy decorating it for Birthdays, different seasons, and we use it for the letter of the week and other learning opportunities. It is the wall that keeps on giving... and perfect for someone who likes to redecorate every week.
The only con is it can get a bit messy on your floor. I would recommend picking up a dust pan and brush - and stay away from wall to wall carpeting. A damp sponge makes it easy to clean the chalk off the wall (and floor.) Other Ideas for the Chalkboard paint: I have seen chalkboard paint on the back of doors, cabinets, serving trays, kids bedrooms... the possibilities are endless. Click here to see more chalkboard paint ideas from Benjamin Moore. |
Heike (Hi+ka) CoffeeI love the community vibe at Laysville Hardware and the inspiration to create something new every time I am there and the help from the friendly, experienced team to get it done. Laysville Hardware (my brother-in-law John's store) is the key to all my home improvement & DIY projects. 
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