Beveled Glass Bottles
I am all for punches of vibrant color! One of my favorites for 2008 will be deep sumptuous plum! These Beveled Glass Bottles in Berry by Brocade Home are available in sets of three and are topped with matching glass toppers.
Moss Rocks
Hey nature seekers, scatter a few of these moss rocks around your table setting for a beautiful effect. Faux rocks are made of synthetic materials. Roughly 18 count per box, varying from one to five inches in size.
Cast Iron Door Mat
Carved out of cast iron and available in three great shades, this large cast iron rectangular door mat would be a great way to greet your guests. Colors: White Wash, Antique Sage, and Antique Rust.
Portal Mirror
I love the regency ebony and gold of the Portal Mirror by Restoration Hardware. With convex shape and double frame making it 29 ½” overall, it is a generous size and interesting shape. It somewhat reminds me of the convex mirror in the background of Jan van Eyck’s (Dutch Painter) “The Arnolfini Marriage”(in which if you look at the reflection you can see the artist himself – tricky, tricky).
Raindrop Mirror
This dramatic staggered “raindrop” mirror boasts a diameter of 63”. It has a modern flare, but what I like is instead of going chrome and spitfire, it is hushed down in tone with an antique brass finish, adding to its versatility. This is not your average over-the-fireplace mirror. With fun mirrors like this, average just won’t do.
Washer Bowl
Small and large oxidized bronze circles come together to form this great bowl designed by Michael Aram. The Washer Bowl is available in 7” or 13” sizes, it would be a stunning fruit bowl for your stunning new countertops. Its’ no wonder Saks sells home fashions as well as wearable fashion, what you are purchasing my dear, is a life style.
Fabric by Kravet
Dreaming of holidays to azure pools and tropical heat? Bring that gorgeous shimmering turquoise home with the cool sheen of this deep aqua fabric by Kravet. Fabric: #22136P12-135 (middle cushion), Trim: #TA5169-35. Do you like Beautiful Blues but not too cool? Try the swirls of deep blues and warm taupe- orange on this Paisley fabric: #24385-13, and Trim #TA5169-23 (bottom cushion).
Zebra Print Rug
Black and white is the ultimate contrast. That is why the zebra print rugs are so fantastic; they are punchy without using an actual “color”. They start as low as $269 for a stenciled Zebra print on cowhide. The zebra print black and white adds a bit of umph to this beautiful gallery-like private residence designed by Burdifilek.
High to Low: White Painted Mirrors
White rococo and baroque style mirrors are quite popular and populous, the painted white frame on these mirrors modernizes otherwise overly ornate scrollwork and carving. Take a look, can you tell which of these retails for $695? How about another listing at $49.95? Answers below…..
Mosaic Glass Tiles -Where and How to Use Them
There is a lot to consider when pixel-ating your back-splash or the walls in your shower with sheets of these tiny glass tiles. If you choose to go with a multi-colored mosaic (a blend), be sure not to overwhelm your space with other patterns (on fabrics for example), instead-choose complementing tones and textures to add warmth. And glass mosaics are available in fun patterns and designs such as the “Stripes Spring” by Mosaic Tile USA.