Old School Military Style!
Sunday, September 21st, 2008
A trip to the flea market this morning brought an unexpected addition to our back patio. This vintage military cot now serves as an outdoor daybed, providing a place to lounge with a bourbon after a long day of work.
The juxtaposition of colors and textures is dope. Best of all, it’s designed to fold right up. The built-in straps on the legs provide a way to fasten it up quick if we are ever on the move!
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European Chic
Friday, September 19th, 2008
I recently came across Jayson Home and Garden…they have unique, European inspired furniture at relatively inspired prices. I particularly like the Napoleon sideboard with it’s weathered black finish:
http://www.jaysonhomeandgarden.com/product.php?productid=3399
These bird prints also struck my fancy:
http://www.jaysonhomeandgarden.com/product.php?productid=3043
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Hallelujah, Modern Rugs!
Wednesday, September 17th, 2008
Finally, some affordable options for rugs besides the ubiquitous sisal. A little tidbit about sisal and jute rugs: Once you spill, IT’S OVER. You cannot clean them and stains are near impossible to remove.
It’s refreshing to see modern, graphic rug designs that don’t set you back a few months rent. Check out this 8′x10′ Morocco Rug from CB2, on sale now for $349! Bonus: it’s 100% wool (which can be cleaned if the tipsy dinner guest spills).
http://www.cb2.com/family.aspx?c=1010&f=3343&viewall=1
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Misty, Misty Green
Tuesday, September 16th, 2008
Cohabitation: What an exciting thing for a couple!
Him: “Honey, I can’t wait to move in with you”
Her: “Me too!”
Him: “There’s just one thing…do you think we could paint the pink walls a more manly color?”
Queue the Benjamin Moore “Misted Green” (#2138-50). The new walls jive well with the existing furniture and saved him from months of potential torment from his guy friends. Thank you Benjamin!
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French Industrial Table
Tuesday, September 16th, 2008
Maybe it’s my upcoming trip to Paris, but this table recently caught my eye. Picture a flat with herringbone wood floors, huge windows and loungy Italian sofas. This little reproduction French industrial table would be magnifique!
Hooray for another interesting and affordable offering from Wisteria catalog. http://www.wisteria.com/prodinfo.asp?number=W2327
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