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WHF1MY MRE PRESS, WEDNESDAY, MAROH 15, 1989, PAGE 15 Brenda's Coumtry Eliegance offers quality, comfort liq FIIOM LEFT to right, William Caples (Pennsyl- vania House representative for the U.S.), David Roffey (Pennsylvania House representative for Canada) and Brenda and Peter Cox recently celebrated the grand opening of Brenda's Country Elegance. The showroom is located at Dundas and Kendalwood. photo by Vn"'e OhurerÇn By Debbie Lucliuk With the overwhelming popu- larity of the "country" look and the trend toward spending more time in the home, more and more people have been redecorating their homes to make themn com- fortable, as well as provide a degree of elegance for entertain- inrenda's Country Elegance decor and furniture store offers comfort, quality and elegance in furniture and total decorating for those interested. Newly opened in a plaza at the northeast corner of Kendalwood and Dundas Sts., Brenda's fea- tures Pennsylvania House furni- ture, and everything to go with it, such as wallpaper, paint, floor coverings, bedding, linens and may more accessories. ename more or less depicts what it is, countr and elegance. We do any kinci of decor, but mostp eople are wanting ta have a soph isticated look and comfort at the same time. It's an eclectie look," owner Brenda Cox said. "We have here a com plete design service, color coord ina- tion, everything for the interior sometimes the exterior. We wilI corne in and consult for a fee," Cox said. She feels customers are look- ing for quality furnîture as an investment, that will last, and stay in style. "If the styles have lasted this long, they will last another 200 years, » Cox said. Cox opened the Whitby loca- tion when the Bowmanville loca- tion became too small for the volume of business she was d"The location was good. I liked the design (which she had a hand in). The look of the plaza is différent,» she said. Cox operated the Bowmanville location for 4 years, and has been involved in interior design for 22 years, working out of her home. She is a registered interior desig- ner. Business has been extremely busy. "It's nice we've had such a warm respanse," Cox said. "The majority of my clientele are working people, perhaps with a dual income, looking to pur- chase (the decor and furniture Brenda's offers). "People want to spend their money wisely, and our staff are fully trained in this line of furni- ture," Cox said. Brenda's employs 12, and 6 are involved in design consultation. For those interested in visiting Bren da's Country Elegance, Cox sd,"The will enjoy the way color can be presented. I do enjoy it when people can see that decoratinq, can be taken a srep further with the blending of pgt- terns and prints." "(The homeowner) should not be afraid of color and pattern. If y ou can't experiment in your own home, where else are you goi;ng to experiment?» Brndas Country Elegrance is open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday to Wednesday; Thurs- days and Fridays 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Saturdays 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.. Cox advisqes those looking for decorating consultations to book ahead by calling a month or two in advance. IS P E C I A L * O F F E RI WORD) IS OUT YOU DON'T PAY FOI YOUR CARRER UNTIL SEPT, 1/89 It's a savinga secret toc, good to keep. Your money stays in your pocket for reonths and months. Meanwhile you enjoy the best ofrhome conifort with Carrier High Eficiency Furnaces, Central Air Conditioning, Hleat Pumps, Electronic Air Cleaners and Ilumidifiers. Dont pay a cent un til next fait (Jet your Carrier teday and save! 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Says Cunningham, "If push comes to shove, you can at lat Bay, 'let's gout of the agreement and go b, the book.340 Be it for a sole proprietorship, partnerip or corporation, it's smart business to seek professional help from your accountant or lawyer on the best way to structure ýthe operations. For many fledgling enterprises, the professional services and license fees are well within $1,000. Remember, the legal and tax advice that you receive at the beginning can pay off in healthy dividents for years ta came. Victorian Lamnplight for the decor entlwsiast OSHAWA FJEA M-ARkET THE PLACE TO SHOp FOR BARGiAINS Established since 1981, The Oshawa Flea Market is stili going strong. Open each Sunday, The Oshawa Flea Market is the place to find bargains! From deli meat to hardware, we've got it ail. Bring the family because with more than 100 booths, we've got something for everyone! DROP IN AND VISIT ANY SUNDAY 9:00 a.ni1 to 4:30 pim. 727 Wlson Road South (Two Blocks South of Bloor) FREE PARKING 436-1330 FREE ADMISSION PROM PAGE 14 craft:"I do the fixture for me first, before I seli them." He becamne involved with res- toration of antique lighting fix- tures fifteen years aga, as a hobby on the side while working at General Motors. Being disabled a few years ago, he took the opportunity to open his own business on Janu- UI have no boss, and I can corne and go when I want," Pat- ter said, describing why he wan- ted his own business. Business hours are from 10 a.m. ta 6 p.m. fram Monday ta Sunday, but Patter notes that the store may open a little later as he often has to do errands for supplies at that time. Red Cross. Ready. J Thanks ta your donation through I United Way