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Monday 08.30.10
vintage finds for a modern world: no wire hangers!
i love design boom, and they never fail to share with their readers some wonderfully imaginative designs from around the world. abitudini is a series of coat hangers designed by antonello fusè created from re-purposed chair backs. fusè transforms vintage chairs by adding a wire hanger on top of the chair back transforming it into a simple coat hanger. you can find them at resign. brings all new meaning to no wire hangers!
Monday 08.16.10
vintage finds for a modern world: woodgrain.
soul anagram, from The Pairabirds.
i think we’ve all caught on by now to the fact that woodgrain is kinda like the new black. i mean, that homey, handmade vintage-looking woodgrain is a trend that seems to be sticking around. yeah, it’s been popular for a while, but i gotta admit i have a soft spot for warm woods, and woodgrain. would you use wood? indeed, i would!
limited edition eames hang-it-all, from dwr.
dolan geiman’s amazing largescale wood assemblage hidden under the pear tree.
vintage clothes pegs, from little byrd vintage.
i love adding a special decorative touches to homemade gifts, like jams and preserves, and i found some great wood, and wood grain-themed tags and decorative items on etsy that i think add a nice vintage-inspired look to a handmade gift.
faux bois woodgrain tags, from ashley’s pahl.
faux bois gift tags, from maida vale.
rustic tree branch gift tags, from the hickory tree.
woodgrain and rabbit pillow, from squirrellicious.
trio of danish modern candlestick holders, from doodad chick.
vintage woodgrain double thermos, from pink shirts and car wrecks.
custom family tree, from cozy blue.
wooden coat hangers, from restless general store.
stump love card, from touch the dutch.
woody freetstyle bow tie, from toy breaker.
Vintage Faux Bois Painted Oval Frame, from bella lulu.
Monday 08.02.10
sunday in the city.
i spent this sunday at the alameda flea market, and a good time was had by all. it was my friend suzanne’s first visit, and she was my little good luck charm — we scored so many awe-inspiring finds. here’s a peek at our sunday in the city.
Tuesday 07.27.10
vintage finds for a modern world: mirror, mirror on the wall.
i love the look of vintage mirrors, even when the glass is old and distressed and my reflection is a little off (sometimes, that’s a good thing!). i saw this photograph that one of my favorite artists, sandra juto took (above) and it gave me the idea to share with you some decorating ideas using beautiful antique mirrors. mirrors are wonderful for making a room look larger, adding depth and reflecting light and shapes. here’s a peek.
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Monday 07.19.10
a day in the desert.
gosh darn fog. the sun keeps coming out here in san francisco just enough to tease us, and then it hides away again, and that misty gray comes blowing back in over the hills just about the time you want to pull out the old barbecue. i’m missing warm days, so we’re hitting the desert. i’m imaging a house with a big turquoise pool somewhere, lots of lounge chairs, and a retro mid-century modern flair. grab a mai tai, get on your spf, and let’s put on some frank on!
felt cushions at canvas.
diy bookcase from readymade; leather butterfly chair from urban outfitters; orla kiely’s stem print sheets; and emily chalmers‘ adorable cushions, via automatism.
most fabulous mid-century modern daybed from Peter Hvidt, via artnet.
mid-century modern print from artist jenn ski; amy butler beach towels; russel wright pitchers from sundance catalog; and a very modern rocker from Coco Målé.
eames bullet planter, via freakovsky.
some stylin’ retro lounge chairs i spied on craigslist.
another great mid-century modern print from artist jenn ski.
poolside at the ace hotel in palm springs, via annlaur Imagery.
