Category: <span>Finds</span>

chairSince we moved into our new home this September, foldable camping chairs have been our main source of seating. Ugly, uncomfortable, and never meant to see the indoors, these canvas eyesores were tolerated because we knew the perfect replacement was out there somewhere. Last weekend we found that somewhere was the Vermont Wreath Company and Antique Center. Driving home from our annual ski house rental in Killington, we stopped into the 25-dealer shop in the town of Danby and spotted the chairs: 1940s French with pristine white and gold feather upholstery. They were so unique, so fabulous—they made me nervous. Asymmetrical frames and gilded detailing are two characteristics I’ve actually never liked in furniture, but something about this dichotomy of funky and formal really drew me to these.

chairDesigner Celerie Kemble says she discovers her clients true taste when they describe it like a secret: slightly blushing, lip bitten, head down, explaining a look like it’s a crush they can’t have. When I saw these chairs, I acted just like that. I thought, “These are too over-the-top; I cant get these.” And with that thought, we bought them. They are now in our living room (in place of the camping chairs), and I’m giddy every time I look at them.

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arctic wall light1. Artic Wall Light by Andrea Bastianello
The glow of this oversize sconce drew me in from across the room, and when I read the title Arctic, the look of the jagged pattern and partial orb became that much more visceral.

rocker by Frederica2. Rocker by Fredericia
This chair has a truly modern grace. Diagonally sewn seams create a subtle pattern, the curved seat flows into the open arms, and a wood veneer bottom warms the stark white leather.

buzzilights3. Buzzilights
In a trade show of seriously modern furniture, these colorful felt lights looked refreshingly cheerful. They cast fabulous shadows, but the best part is that the shape is adjustable; the fixture is made with a flexible frame, so you can scrunch them up or stretch them out for different looks.

Diamond Bathtub4. Diamond Bathtub by Aqua Mass
I’ve been seeing this diamond cut-trend a lot in vases and dishes, but in bathtubs? That’s ambitious.

modern-firepit5. Lotus Fire Pit by Tulip
Unless a fire pits is built into the ground, it usually feels a bit phony. The Lotus by Tulip has a presence that rarely comes with portability.

Giorgetti bed6. Bed by Giorgetti
This Giorgetti piece is not new, but I’m in love with it.

poliform chandelier7. Poliform Chandelier
Cords used to be things you try to hide, but not at this show. I must have seen five to ten lighting companies flaunting bright red cords and weaving them into their designs. This Poliform light was my favorite example.

pings bench8. Pings Bench by Bocci
Pleating as a form of cushioning was a clever and fashion-forward choice by Bocci.

bert and dennis chair9. Bert and Dennis Chair
Bert and Dennis was a company showing within the Young Designers Fair, but their work looked more polished and professional than the majority of their peers. Where many of the other designers just go for a “sculptural” look, this chair also looks comfortable.

De Padova coffee table10. De Padova Coffee Table
Coffee table styling tends to be a central display of books + bowl + tchotchkes. This cut-out metal table makes each section its own decor pedestal, and the negative space highlights items on the forgotten lower level.

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sandorpillowsPillows are the best way to give your room a quick makeover, but if you’re going to take that shortcut, you’d better get quality pillows. Enter the Sandor Collection. Their appliqué is just impeccable, their felt-work redefines the medium, and their patterns have fresh start written all over them! Bright colors, crisp design, and a good hand—it’s the shot of caffeine your sitting room needs.

(clockwise) Curly Bird, Bihar, Floating Flowers, and Hollohaza Bird pillows, $72-$120; TheSandorCollection.com.

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Sparklers are one my favorite part of the festivities and now in the shape of sweet little hearts, they win hands down. Above, heart sparkler, $8; CoxandCox.com

For today’s post I was thinking about doing a non-kitsch guide to Fourth of July entertaining, but why? If there was any time to break out the tchotchkes–it’s a backyard barbecue with friends and family.

4JulyAntTableclothHolder
Not only will these hand-painted ant tablecloth weights protect your tabletop setup from sudden breezes, but they may even scare away real bugs. Sold in set of 4, $7.95; PlowandHearth.com
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And for the grand giggle . . . the BBQ fencing set. Keep your guests entertained and in-line with this "musketeer-style" two-pronged fork. And if it turns out to be a bit too kitsch for your sensibilities, it comes with a cardboard mask to conceal your identity. $20, FireBox.com

Have a happy Fourth of July weekend!

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