Tuesday, March 31, 2009
Apartment Decorating : Inspiration, Ideas and Pictures
When most of us think of an apartment we automatically think of a small space often occupied in a city. Apartments are not necessarily small but they do require some additional consideration when it comes to providing enough storage solutions and furnishing the space. Whether just starting out after college or as an adult looking to change your surroundings, there are ways to make your apartment or condo more elegant and fresh. Apartment decorating can be challenging due to it’s limited nature and decorating is all about personal taste and expressing yourself through the design of your home. Now for those of you who are looking for a few fresh and minimalist ideas for your apartment here are some ideas to spark your creativity and style from Ozhan Hazirlar.
Bedroom Design Ideas
The bedroom is one of those places that takes time to decorate. You can always improve it because you always get bedroom ideas. This time it’s Hulsta to get our inspiration from. The spacious rooms all put a great accent on oak and alder furnishings plus some white and brown lacquered glass, and look amazingly perfect. Clean shapes, amazing eye-friendly colors and designed for those who need their room to be either beautiful and able to store all their stuff. Would you put something like this in your bedroom? Which one do you like the most?
Small Apartment with a Spacious Feeling
This apartment was designed by Stanley Tham of KNQ Associates for a couple staying in a condominium in Leicester Road, Singapore. This apartment is a great example of how you can give a spacious and cosy feeling to a small apartment. The subtle color palette punctuated with brighter spots of tones. - Thanks Jwen for the suggestion.
Illusion of More Space Curtain by Bauke Knottnerus
Designed by Bauke Knottnerus this curtain is a great piece of conversation, that can also create the illusion of more space in any room. I’m pretty sure that your new guests will be pretty impressed by a curtain like this …and who knows maybe some people will be inspired by design and maybe they will create something even more creative. - Via
Colorful and Charming Interior Design from Mi Casa Revista
Spanish design magazine Mi Casa Revista just published these bubbly and bright ideas for prepping up your interiors with a dash of dazzling shades and some bubbly candy-styled colors. With white walls in contrast with the candy pink, gentle rose, brilliant blues and dazzling reds, the interior looks clean and sharp. The refreshing feel is further enhanced by using ergonomic and cozy furniture, designs that use a lot of print and patterns that will inspire you to redo your own apartment… So chic without being a complete crayon land, isn’t it?
Decorating with black and white
If you are under the illusion that this is a set out of the 101 Dalmatians flick, then you could be forgiven for feeling so. Conceived and given shape by interior designer Tom Atwood, these absolutely stunning interiors try to capture the beauty of modern minimalist design and style by using various shapes, patterns, curves and stripes etched in nothing but just black and white. Even the staircase keep the contrast, along with uber-cool rugs and bars on the ceiling. The ambience and the beauty created by the harmonious existence of vast dissimilarity in shades, are truly inspirational.
Maria Adlersson's Flat
The apartment of Swedish artist Maria Adlersson is a wonderful and snazzy example of how one can maximize space and accentuate looks in the most elegant of way. With white pristine walls laced with a stylish delight. It features an “ergonomic” kitchen that uses the limited space to perfection sporting glossy cabinets and a kitchen counter lined with wood, dining space that merges many different styles and a cozy work place station that slides effortlessly in a quiet little corner. The best part though, is the innovative bookshelf with holes of various sizes to hold every book. Looks like a complete lesson in a blend of comfort and class
Bedroom Inspiration #3
After you’ve saw Bedroom Inspiration #1, and #2 today here I come with the 3rd part of this series, that will continue over time .Enjoy these pictures, and I hope you’ll leave from here a little more inspired. Don’t forget to come back because Bedroom Design Inspiration series is just at episode #3, and there are more to come.
Monday, March 30, 2009
Stylish DIY Project Ideas
Kids' Room Window Seat
Here's how to make a comfy hideout complete with built-in storage cubbies and a work surface for coloring or homework.
Here's how to make a comfy hideout complete with built-in storage cubbies and a work surface for coloring or homework.
Furniture Redo
Sometimes all that blah piece of furniture needs is a dose of style CPR. Check out these two easy projects for ideas.
Sometimes all that blah piece of furniture needs is a dose of style CPR. Check out these two easy projects for ideas.
Grid Wall Project
Here's a great way to add storage when you have no space to spare. We used 1x2s for the horizontal bars and 1x3s for the vertical bars and hung artwork, bins, and peg racks to hold toys galore.
Here's a great way to add storage when you have no space to spare. We used 1x2s for the horizontal bars and 1x3s for the vertical bars and hung artwork, bins, and peg racks to hold toys galore.
Baby Furniture Gets a Redo
See how we turned a baby-changing table into a handy (and stylish!) bar cart.
See how we turned a baby-changing table into a handy (and stylish!) bar cart.
DIY Urn Table
Create a stately side table out of a metal or resin urn in minutes.
Create a stately side table out of a metal or resin urn in minutes.
DIY Bracket Beauties
Add an easy embellishment to your kitchen island with these brackets.
Add an easy embellishment to your kitchen island with these brackets.
DIY Twig Lamp
A lamp kit and a sweep through the backyard to collect twigs are all you need for this natural lamp.
A lamp kit and a sweep through the backyard to collect twigs are all you need for this natural lamp.
Custom Curtain Rods
Pruners, a relatively straight tree branch, white spray paint -- voila! A nature-inspired, functional work of art. Use tie-top curtains to adjust for the curves of the branch -- no rings or clips needed.
Pruners, a relatively straight tree branch, white spray paint -- voila! A nature-inspired, functional work of art. Use tie-top curtains to adjust for the curves of the branch -- no rings or clips needed.
Stylish DIY Project Ideas
Easy Upholstered Headboard
We made a gorgeous tailored headboard from plywood, foam, and a tight-fitting slipcover. Try it yourself with our how-to instructions below.
We made a gorgeous tailored headboard from plywood, foam, and a tight-fitting slipcover. Try it yourself with our how-to instructions below.
Dressed-Up Curtain Panels
Cottage-style rooms would look amazing with windows dressed with these flirty curtain panels. Start with purchased panels and add the ruffle yourself.
Cottage-style rooms would look amazing with windows dressed with these flirty curtain panels. Start with purchased panels and add the ruffle yourself.
Restyled Store-Bought Lampshade
Turn discount-store lampshades into style markers in your home. Try this no-sew lampshade slipcover to add elegance and class.
Turn discount-store lampshades into style markers in your home. Try this no-sew lampshade slipcover to add elegance and class.
Country-Style Coffee Table
This country-style table is both pretty and practical thanks to a clutter-concealing skirt attached with hook-and-loop tape. To get this weathered look, follow our step-by-step instructions.
This country-style table is both pretty and practical thanks to a clutter-concealing skirt attached with hook-and-loop tape. To get this weathered look, follow our step-by-step instructions.
Easy No-Sew Bed Skirt
Bring the plushness of terry from bath to bed with an easy layered bed skirt.
Bring the plushness of terry from bath to bed with an easy layered bed skirt.
Stylish Shelves
Learn how to make this and two other shelves for your entryway, bathroom, or bedroom. All you need are a few supplies and basic woodworking skills.
Learn how to make this and two other shelves for your entryway, bathroom, or bedroom. All you need are a few supplies and basic woodworking skills.
3-Step Makeover: Breakfast Nook
Step 1: Getting Started
Breakfast rooms are, by definition, sunny, cozy, and inviting. But this one was the opposite: tract-white walls, a predictable chandelier hung too high, bare windows, and a way-long table. The room's architectural features were a bonus -- and a curse. How to make the mismatched windows seem like they belong together? How to soften the harsh angles? Tame the cavernous ceiling?
The Makeover To-Do List
Make the small nook seem larger.
Create a roomy and functional floor plan.
Add character and style.
Breakfast rooms are, by definition, sunny, cozy, and inviting. But this one was the opposite: tract-white walls, a predictable chandelier hung too high, bare windows, and a way-long table. The room's architectural features were a bonus -- and a curse. How to make the mismatched windows seem like they belong together? How to soften the harsh angles? Tame the cavernous ceiling?
The Makeover To-Do List
Make the small nook seem larger.
Create a roomy and functional floor plan.
Add character and style.
Step 2: Color and Character
The room's natural focal point -- the tall wall with the arched window -- fell short of its potential. Robin's-egg blue paint and flowing draperies create a dramatic accent wall. Playing off the arched window, a chunky round table and oversize drum shade light fixture add curves to the boxy space. Finally, two slipcovered chairs cover hard ladder-backs, inviting diners to sit a spell.
Step 2 Room Elements
Step 2 Room Elements
Accent Wall: Leave an area of the accent wall white, creating a floor-to-ceiling arch around the stacked windows and uniting them. The arched window now looks larger.
Window Treatments: Floral panels soften the windows and introduce pattern. Hung just below the top window, they draw the eye up. Dressed with a simple Roman shade, the small window doesn't shout for attention.
Lighting: The large drum shade holds its own against the vaulted ceiling and adds texture and dimension to the room. Cover a plain shade with fabric for a customized look.
New Furniture: The glossy white round table gives the nook breathing room and brightens its center. A simple ribbon boosts the style on the plain slipcovers that camouflage the old chairs.
Step 3: Accessorize
With a few high-impact finishing details, the breakfast nook becomes the welcoming spot it was meant to be. To play off the blue wall, add bright yellow slipcovers and a colorful striped rug in the center of the room. With the scale and balance issues resolved, it's time to focus on the little extras to pull the room together. Piping and two colors of ribbon detail the slipcovers and a scalloped border accents the curtain panels. Potted plants bring texture, color, and softness to bare spots and are longer-lasting alternatives to fresh bouquets.
Step 3 Room Elements
Window Treatments: A scalloped border trims the curtains and breaks up whiteness. The dark blue edging links to the Roman shade.
Artwork: A decorative platter is a fresh alternative to boxy framed art.
New Furniture and Greenery: Plants on a new sideboard add color and texture. Remove the plants and the table is a handy buffet.
Textiles: Coordinating outdoor fabrics that resist staining and fading unite mismatched chairs. New custom slipcovers are short for a kicky look. With the oval rug, the nook's square look is finally history.
3-Step Makeover: Small Living Room
Stage 1: Getting Started
With spartan white walls, bare windows, and mismatched furnishings, this small living room lacks personality and coziness. Pushing the furniture against one wall -- opposite the entertainment center -- is a no-brainer floor plan, but it leaves a runway down the middle, blocks the tall windows, and squeezes access to the adjacent stairs.
With spartan white walls, bare windows, and mismatched furnishings, this small living room lacks personality and coziness. Pushing the furniture against one wall -- opposite the entertainment center -- is a no-brainer floor plan, but it leaves a runway down the middle, blocks the tall windows, and squeezes access to the adjacent stairs.
Stage 2: Color and a Floor Plan
Begin the living room's transformation with lush green paint, plucking the hues from a fabric you want to add later. Light celery washes the walls and ceiling; a darker shade in a durable lacquer-like gloss makes the simple woodwork pop. The door is no longer in use, so we pulled the seating to the room's center, using a sisal rug to define the area. The new arrangement guides you through the room, making it feel more spacious than its 200 square feet.
Begin the living room's transformation with lush green paint, plucking the hues from a fabric you want to add later. Light celery washes the walls and ceiling; a darker shade in a durable lacquer-like gloss makes the simple woodwork pop. The door is no longer in use, so we pulled the seating to the room's center, using a sisal rug to define the area. The new arrangement guides you through the room, making it feel more spacious than its 200 square feet.
Stage 2 Room Elements
Existing Furniture: Dress up the slipcovered sofa and chairs with two-sided fabric pillows and new upholstery.
New Furniture: Multitaskers that fill in the holes and adapt for entertaining are key -- the elegant black tray table folds away when there's a crowd, and the space-saving green demilune table doubles as a mini bar.
Windows: Wood blinds with wide fabric tape give windows a finished look.
Artwork: Banish blank walls with a simple grid of framed vintage prints from old books. Green mats coordinate with the trim color.
Lighting: A pair of celadon lamps draws the eye to the room's focal point, the sofa.
New Furniture: Multitaskers that fill in the holes and adapt for entertaining are key -- the elegant black tray table folds away when there's a crowd, and the space-saving green demilune table doubles as a mini bar.
Windows: Wood blinds with wide fabric tape give windows a finished look.
Artwork: Banish blank walls with a simple grid of framed vintage prints from old books. Green mats coordinate with the trim color.
Lighting: A pair of celadon lamps draws the eye to the room's focal point, the sofa.
Stage 3: Pile on Pattern
In the final stage, the details make the difference. Take the room from livable to lovable with the addition of a few new pieces, layers of pattern, and a mix of accessories.
In the final stage, the details make the difference. Take the room from livable to lovable with the addition of a few new pieces, layers of pattern, and a mix of accessories.
Classic Kid's Room "summer gallery"
Summer Breeze in White
Summer Breeze in Toffee Brown
Summer Breeze in Black
Classic Kid's Room Collection
Sundance Collection
Sierra Ridge Collection
Glamour Girl Collection
Innovations Collection
Classic Kid's Room
Passages Collection
Cambridge Court Collection
Reflections Collection
Enchantment Collection
Classic Bedroom Gallery
CHATEAU LOUIS ROOM
Dimensions
300-4305/4315 SLEIGH BED, 300-1200/0400 DRESSER/MIRROR, 300-3100 NIGHTSTAND
300-4305/4315 SLEIGH BED, 300-1200/0400 DRESSER/MIRROR, 300-3100 NIGHTSTAND
CANYON CREEK ROOM VIEW 2
Dimensions
Arched Panel Bed with Dresser/Mirror
Arched Panel Bed with Dresser/Mirror
CANYON CREEK ROOM VIEW 1
Dimensions
Low Poster Bed with Bureau/Mirror
Low Poster Bed with Bureau/Mirror
ARTISAN OAK ROOMVIEW 2
Dimensions Platform Bed
ARTISAN OAK ROOMVIEW 1
Dimensions Panel Bed
Bedroom Inspiration #2
New Bedroom Inspiration want to give you fresh ideas about how to decorate your bedroom. This blog main purpose is to give you inspiration when you need to decorate your home.
Friday, March 27, 2009
Bathroom Window Curtains
Country Plaid Window Curtain
A classic country style tier curtain
A classic country style tier curtain
Bath Time Novelty Fabric Shower
A whimsical and cheerful shower curtain
A great kids and fun novelty shower curtain
A cute bathroom cartoon like scene with old time bath sink and adorable ducks
A whimsical and cheerful shower curtain
A great kids and fun novelty shower curtain
A cute bathroom cartoon like scene with old time bath sink and adorable ducks
Fabric Water Repellent Window Curtain
Crushed Flower Shower Curtain With Attached Valance is a lovely shower curtain with attached, four scoop crescent valance.
Shower Curtain photo gallery
Horizon Shower Curtain
Dimensions: 70”w x 72”h
Materials: Cotton Duck
Colors: Orange, Tan
These horizon colors on your shower curtain will inspire a world of decorating ideas.
Dimensions: 70”w x 72”h
Materials: Cotton Duck
Colors: Orange, Tan
These horizon colors on your shower curtain will inspire a world of decorating ideas.
Down On the Farm Shower Curtain
Dimensions: 70" x 72"
Materials: 100% Polyester Duck Weave
Colors: Multi
Whether you're a city dweller or a tiller of the soil, you'll like stepping into this farm scene each time you shower.
Dimensions: 70" x 72"
Materials: 100% Polyester Duck Weave
Colors: Multi
Whether you're a city dweller or a tiller of the soil, you'll like stepping into this farm scene each time you shower.
Carlisle Shower Curtain
Dimensions: 70" x 72"
Materials: Polyester
Colors: White/Pink, Khaki, or Blue
The elegance of a 5 star "Luxury Hotel Suite" is represented in our 100% faux silk-polyester curtain with wide accent borders.
Dimensions: 70" x 72"
Materials: Polyester
Colors: White/Pink, Khaki, or Blue
The elegance of a 5 star "Luxury Hotel Suite" is represented in our 100% faux silk-polyester curtain with wide accent borders.
Barranca Shower Curtain--Brown
Dimensions: 70”w x 72”h
Materials: Woven
Colors: Browns, Tans, and golds
Earthy tones and straight lines in this shower curtain will spark your imagination for accessorizing the bathroom.
Dimensions: 70”w x 72”h
Materials: Woven
Colors: Browns, Tans, and golds
Earthy tones and straight lines in this shower curtain will spark your imagination for accessorizing the bathroom.
Gingko Shower Curtain
Dimensions: 70" x 72"
Materials: 100% Cotton
Colors: Multi
An intriguing gingko leaf design in soft hues you'll want to create your fashionable bathroom décor
Dimensions: 70" x 72"
Materials: 100% Cotton
Colors: Multi
An intriguing gingko leaf design in soft hues you'll want to create your fashionable bathroom décor
All That Jazz Shower Curtain
Dimensions: 70" x 72"
Materials: 100% Polyester
Colors: Multi-color
Broadway comes to your bathroom when you order this sophisticated shower curtain with its jazzy design.
Dimensions: 70" x 72"
Materials: 100% Polyester
Colors: Multi-color
Broadway comes to your bathroom when you order this sophisticated shower curtain with its jazzy design.
African Floral Shower Curtain
Dimensions: 70" x 72"
Materials: Poly/Cotton
Colors: Blue/Green/White
A bold and exotic floral arrangement made up of blues and greens overlapping on a white background.
Dimensions: 70" x 72"
Materials: Poly/Cotton
Colors: Blue/Green/White
A bold and exotic floral arrangement made up of blues and greens overlapping on a white background.
Bedroom Inspiration #1
Today I’ve decided to post something new on this blog. Something for more inspiration, because that’s why you are here. So let’s start with a set of beautiful bedroom design pictures. From time to time I will add new sets of bedroom inspiration, as you see this is the #1 ( first set ). I know that these bedrooms might be to expensive for some people, but I post them for inspiration. Enjoy !
Bedroom Design
Let’s talk a little about bedroom designs, of all the rooms in your house, your bedroom is the last space you would visit before you retire to take a good night sleep. It is where your body lies in deep solitude as it relaxes and rejuvenates the lost energy for the day. Hence, it is important to come up with a relaxing mood when conceptualizing bedroom design decorating ideas, here are a few pictures with bedroom designs that will help you to make an idea of how you want to style your bedroom. For more inspiration visit the bedroom section on our website, and see more bedroom designs.
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
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Wednesday, March 18, 2009
Recognizing Age and Construction in Antique Furniture
by Wayne MattoxEver play guitar with a broom? Or aim a flashlight as if it was a Star Wars blaster? It can be fun, even productive, to break out of our everyday routine and assume other roles. Golfing we become Tiger Woods. Driving 84, some people play the part of Rusty Wallace. Faced with a situation that calls for a cool head we can turn ourselves into James Bond or Grace Kelly. On your next antique expedition, you might try assuming the role of Sherlock Holmes.
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle created a sleuth who succeeded where others failed by employing systematic powers of observation and inference. Additionally, Holmes was a student of trivial facts pertinent to his work. Here's a few furniture tips that may prove useful to you.
You can often date a piece by studying nails and screws. Furniture predating 1790 will include "rose-head nails," that were hand-forged by blacksmiths. These nails can be identified by their irregular, rose-shaped heads. "Square-head nails," employed from 1790 to 1830, were machine cut and finished off by a blacksmith who squared the heads. From 1830 to 1890 cabinetmakers used headless "machine-cut nails, that are tapered and rectilinear in shape. Modern "brad" and "penny" nails were introduced around 1890. Screws were occasionally used in furniture pre-dating the beginning of the machine era (Circa 1830). Blacksmith forged examples can be identified by inspecting for thin and slightly off-centered slots and off-round heads.
The "circular saw" invented in the 18th century, did not come into wide usage until after 1830. Thus, boards displaying "circular saw marks" will not be found on furniture pre-dating the "Empire Period" (1830-1850). Unfinished pre-1830 boards cut from vertical motion "ripsaws" will often display small, somewhat parallel, saw lines.
Before the introduction of power driven woodworking machinery in the mid 19th century, lumber was worked by hand. After hand-sawing, cabinet makers dressed their boards with a jack plane and draw knives. On authentic furnishings pre-dating the "Victorian Period," (1850-1910) unfinished non-visible "secondary" surfaces like backboards and drawer bottoms will show evidence of "hand-planing" by feeling for subtle undulating rows in the wood.
Small wooden pins known as dowels can be helpful in authenticating age. Machine era pins will be perfectly circular and flush to the surface. Antique dowels are non-round and will protrude slightly from the surface because of shrinkage in the wood they are securing.
Wood shrinks in a direction opposite the grain. The degree is determined by softness of the lumber, age, and environment. Therefore, authentic antique furniture can be discerned by inspecting for evidence of: gapping between boards, shrinkage cracking, buckling veneer, protruding pegs and breadboard ends, and legs extending slightly beyond the frame or "skirt." Early circular tabletops will measure somewhat oval, 1/8" to 1/2" longer in the direction of the grain.
Outline and thickness on early hand-wrought iron and brass hinges will be non-uniform.
The top rail on early 19th century chairs will be joined with non-round tenons that can be viewed by slightly pulling the yoke from the stile. Circular dowels are evidence of "non-period" chairs.
Visible surface planks (primary wood) on genuine antique furniture will be wide, varying in thickness, and relatively free of blemishes. Knotty pine was not employed by olden day cabinetmakers.
Although it has been stripped and refinished back to the original wood, much old-time non-mahogany furniture was originally painted. Analysis of wood pores and fissures with a jeweler's loop will often show several layers of paint residue. This "paint history" can help authentic a piece and determine whether individual components-the feet, the top, etc.-are original or undesirable replacements.
Role-playing, especially with a creative friend, can be fun and profitable. I look forward to exchanging greetings you into you and your "Dr. Watson" at some future antique affair.
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
Mirrors Antiques
Description
Mirror in Kilim frame hand-decorated by an old hippie with bone, teeth, heishi beads and tassels. The kilim was originally a rug in poor condition so the best pieces were used for mirrors, seat coverings and other miscellaneous furniture. This mirror is about 25 years old.
Mirror in Kilim frame hand-decorated by an old hippie with bone, teeth, heishi beads and tassels. The kilim was originally a rug in poor condition so the best pieces were used for mirrors, seat coverings and other miscellaneous furniture. This mirror is about 25 years old.
Description
Mirror with frame made from an antique Kilim rug. This mirror is extremely heavy and has a hidden light (see image below).
Mirror with frame made from an antique Kilim rug. This mirror is extremely heavy and has a hidden light (see image below).
Description
Mirror with frame made from an antique Kilim rug. This mirror is extremely heavy and has a hidden light (see image below).
Mirror with frame made from an antique Kilim rug. This mirror is extremely heavy and has a hidden light (see image below).
Description
Antique French ornate gilt mirror in fantastic original condition. France circa 1890
Antique French ornate gilt mirror in fantastic original condition. France circa 1890
Description
Breathtaking antique French faux-bois mirror with all the original glass and decorated with bird, leaves, and grapes, all in untouched original condition. The hand-carved details are extremely realistic, you have to touch it to beieve it. Mirrors such as this are few and far between. France circa 1850
Breathtaking antique French faux-bois mirror with all the original glass and decorated with bird, leaves, and grapes, all in untouched original condition. The hand-carved details are extremely realistic, you have to touch it to beieve it. Mirrors such as this are few and far between. France circa 1850
Description
Hand-carved antique French mirror in gilded gesso over wood frame with wonderful patina throughout. The soot marks still remain from the many years it most certainly stood over a coal burning fireplace and we chose to leave it this way. The condition is excellent; there has been some minor restoration and there is a leaf missing from the pediment. France circa 1920
Hand-carved antique French mirror in gilded gesso over wood frame with wonderful patina throughout. The soot marks still remain from the many years it most certainly stood over a coal burning fireplace and we chose to leave it this way. The condition is excellent; there has been some minor restoration and there is a leaf missing from the pediment. France circa 1920
Decorative Arts Antiques " Confit Pots & Glass "
Description
Antique French confit pots with vibrant honey, green and rich brown colors, the patina of which can only evolve from the passage of time, the hot provencial sun and Mother Nature; this look cannot be duplicated by man. These Confit Pots were originally used as utilitarian pieces in country homes and on farms, burying them in the ground for the storage of duck confit and other foods, keeping them cool and fresh throughout the summer. Today, they are treasured accent pieces, displayed to add the charm and character of times gone by. These pots can instantly transform any space creating the ambiance of sun drenched Provence. All these pots are in original condition and vary in price from $350.00 to $850.00. We will be happy to send photos of the pots that meet your size and budget requirements. France circa 1870-1900
Antique French confit pots with vibrant honey, green and rich brown colors, the patina of which can only evolve from the passage of time, the hot provencial sun and Mother Nature; this look cannot be duplicated by man. These Confit Pots were originally used as utilitarian pieces in country homes and on farms, burying them in the ground for the storage of duck confit and other foods, keeping them cool and fresh throughout the summer. Today, they are treasured accent pieces, displayed to add the charm and character of times gone by. These pots can instantly transform any space creating the ambiance of sun drenched Provence. All these pots are in original condition and vary in price from $350.00 to $850.00. We will be happy to send photos of the pots that meet your size and budget requirements. France circa 1870-1900
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Antique French Baccarat lady's perfume set, in fantastic original condition. These bottles are absolutely stunning in person, its a shame they aren't more photogenic.
Antique French Baccarat lady's perfume set, in fantastic original condition. These bottles are absolutely stunning in person, its a shame they aren't more photogenic.
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Fabulous collection of vintage green glazed pottery from France (mostly Biot) and the USA. Comprising mainly signed pieces in all sorts of shapes and sizes, this collection definitely makes a statement. Bold green colored pottery has a charm all its own, whether you are decorating a home kitchen, or even a restaurant, this collection is spectacular.
Fabulous collection of vintage green glazed pottery from France (mostly Biot) and the USA. Comprising mainly signed pieces in all sorts of shapes and sizes, this collection definitely makes a statement. Bold green colored pottery has a charm all its own, whether you are decorating a home kitchen, or even a restaurant, this collection is spectacular.
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Antique Parian ware "Portland" jug attributed to the S. Alcock Company. The design is based on the Portland vase in the British Museum
Antique Parian ware "Portland" jug attributed to the S. Alcock Company. The design is based on the Portland vase in the British Museum
Tapestries antiques
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This wool and silk tapestry was woven in France in the 1600s and is documented. It has its original floral border and beautiful verdure and classical motifs. Completely handmade and all authentic. Needs minor restoration.
This wool and silk tapestry was woven in France in the 1600s and is documented. It has its original floral border and beautiful verdure and classical motifs. Completely handmade and all authentic. Needs minor restoration.
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Beautiful antique French hand-made needlepoint tapestry that has been cleaned, blocked and restored where necessary. The colors are still vibrant with very little fading. France circa 1850
Beautiful antique French hand-made needlepoint tapestry that has been cleaned, blocked and restored where necessary. The colors are still vibrant with very little fading. France circa 1850
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Beautiful vintage Belgian tapestry depicting life in a much earlier time. This tapestry is thickly woven and is backed with a wonderful fabric that self-frames the piece. Belgium circa 1920
Beautiful vintage Belgian tapestry depicting life in a much earlier time. This tapestry is thickly woven and is backed with a wonderful fabric that self-frames the piece. Belgium circa 1920
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Beautiful antique hand made tapestry with wonderful colors depicting forestry scene. France, circa 1850
Beautiful antique hand made tapestry with wonderful colors depicting forestry scene. France, circa 1850
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Exquisite set of two hand made Aubusson tapestry panels in near mint condition. Dimensions above are for one panel, two pairs available. Price shown is for ONE pair. They have been professionally cleaned. France circa 1820
Exquisite set of two hand made Aubusson tapestry panels in near mint condition. Dimensions above are for one panel, two pairs available. Price shown is for ONE pair. They have been professionally cleaned. France circa 1820
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Authentic handmade French Aubusson tapestry in unbelievable original condition, and judging by the brightness of the colors, it must never have seen the light of day. There are no moth holes or repairs. France circa 1840
Authentic handmade French Aubusson tapestry in unbelievable original condition, and judging by the brightness of the colors, it must never have seen the light of day. There are no moth holes or repairs. France circa 1840
Rugs Antiques
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Vintage koton rug from Samarkand, Uzbekistan in original condition with no repairs, circa 1915
Vintage koton rug from Samarkand, Uzbekistan in original condition with no repairs, circa 1915
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Malayer is located in the northwestern Iranian province of Hamadan. Malayer rugs tend to be mainly geometric in design, making a wonderful addition to any decorating style. This beautiful rug, which dates back to the early 19th century, has a cotton foundation and wool pile and is in excellent condition.
Malayer is located in the northwestern Iranian province of Hamadan. Malayer rugs tend to be mainly geometric in design, making a wonderful addition to any decorating style. This beautiful rug, which dates back to the early 19th century, has a cotton foundation and wool pile and is in excellent condition.
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Art Deco rug in excellent condition with a stunning plain navy blue background. This rug is hand-knotted wool on cotton backing, China, circa 1920.
Art Deco rug in excellent condition with a stunning plain navy blue background. This rug is hand-knotted wool on cotton backing, China, circa 1920.
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Vintage American horsehair blanket in mint condtion. American circa 1910
Vintage American horsehair blanket in mint condtion. American circa 1910
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Car blanket depicting dogs with glass eyes, fair condition. American circa 1900
Car blanket depicting dogs with glass eyes, fair condition. American circa 1900
living room Decorations with Natural colors
Neutral colors (such as white, taupe and beige) give you a beautiful canvas to work upon when it comes to home décor. Limited use of colors and patterns help you to create a sophisticated environment along with interesting focal points in living rooms, Natural fibers are available in these colors too and have quite different textures for experimenting. The variety of texture in neutral natural colors infuses peace and calm in the home environment.
Bedroom Decorations with Natural colors
Neutral colors (such as white, taupe and beige) give you a beautiful canvas to work upon when it comes to home décor. Limited use of colors and patterns help you to create a sophisticated environment along with interesting focal points in rooms, Natural fibers are available in these colors too and have quite different textures for experimenting. The variety of texture in neutral natural colors infuses peace and calm in the home environment.
Thursday, March 12, 2009
Style Tips for Bargain Decor
Creative Revamp
Create stunning bookends using antique or even mismatched corbels. Can't find them at a flea market? Buy some made from composite material at a home center (as we did). Use a gouge to carve a hole in the bottom of each one and fill with fishing sinkers. Use wood filler to seal the holes, paint, and then cover the bottoms with cork or felt. A basic bench becomes a striking coffee table with the addition of decorative molding on the sides and a coat of bold paint.
Take a Seat
Drive through any neighborhood on trash day and you're sure to find a beat-up chair or two. Rescue the sturdy ones with sandpaper, primer, and paint. Re-cover the seat by cutting fabric 3 inches larger all around and attaching it with a staple gun. For extra flair, embellish the chair back with rub-on lettering.
Bold Art
Scraps of decorative friezes, spindles, plinth blocks, or rosettes make a statement when set off by a frame. Insert colorful scrapbook paper in the frame as a background. Then use Mirror Mastic adhesive to apply the piece directly to the frame's glass.
Rethink Wallpaper
Save an awkward nook with wallpaper. Extra-large patterns work well to keep the look uncluttered, and the same paper used from floor to sloped ceiling helps unite the space.
Bits and Pieces
If a dresser is too junky to save, use one of its drawers for a magnetic board. Remove the hardware and then paint the drawer. Cut galvanized metal with a utility knife to fit the drawer bottom or order the exact size from a metal fabricator. Cut pretty paper, and glue it to the metal.
Fabric Art
Gather a few of your favorite fabrics and showcase them in an assortment of mismatched frames.
Fabric Redo
Too much clutter for glass cabinet doors? Hide the cabinet's contents by lining the glass panels with patterned fabric. On the back of each door, stretch the fabric over the glass and use a staple gun to fasten the edges to the wooden frame. For a tidy appearance inside, conceal the staples by gluing coordinating ribbon.
Color Styled
Grocery store flowers offer cheer for mere pennies, but don't just plop them in a vase. Sorting the blooms by color and separating them into small vessels make them much more stylish.
Fabric on the Cheap
Get big impact for just a little cash by buying small pieces of expensive fabric. It takes about a yard and a half for a short curtain or half a yard for a 16-inch pillow.
New Planter
Create a stunning planter box using spare trim pieces. Start with a rough redwood planter and sand lightly. Glue on trim, prime and paint, and then install legs.
Tiny Details
These diminutive shadow boxes come unfinished in sets of two. Use wood glue or nails to add a length of spindle railing along the bottom, and then paint each piece.
Quick Frames
Rub-ons applied to glass quickly update basic picture frames. Pair the designer with framed pieces of pretty patterned paper for a low cost-gallery.
Top-Drawer Design
Update an old side table by attaching scrapbook papers to the drawer fronts. Use repositionable spray adhesive and you can change the paper with the seasons. Alternately, cover the paper with clear polyurethane for a lasting surface.
Jewelry Art
Add sparkle to glass votives by stacking bracelets on footed candleholders, opposite. Vary the colors and styles of the bracelets for an eclectic look. For safety, use only votive candles in glass containers. Turn a wood cutlery tray into a beautiful piece of art. Glue scrapbooking papers to the bottom of each compartment using an adhesive appropriate for paper and wood; secure screw eyes to the cubbies to hold jewelry. Select favorite pieces to fill the tray. Jazz up paper lampshade shade by punching holes evenly around the bottom edge. Clip earrings through the holes.
Make a Statement
To create handmade art, get crafty with purchased felt shapes mounted in shadow boxes with scrapbook-paper mats. Decorative stick pins and snips of ribbon complete the look.
Table Topper
This vintage table doubles as a desk and a bedside stand. To soften the look for the bedroom, cover the top with fabric and fasten it along the edges with upholstery tacks.
Hang It Up
These finials were meant to be fastened to the end of curtain rods but work just as well when screwed into a wall and used as hooks. Decorative painting gives unfinished wooden finials a personal touch.
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