Tag Archive | "Carpet"
How Could I Say No?
I know you're not supposed to buy art to match your sofa but how about a rug? The minute I saw Scott Young's textural blue photo, left, I knew I had to have it for my kitchen to go with those amazing flat weave carpets of mine. Scott's image of an old door at the Distillery District received honourable mention in Toronto's Building A Great City Together photo contest. I tracked Scott down and he was most obliging -- he sold me the 11" x 17" print, matted and ready to frame for just $99.
Bev Hisey Christmas Sample Sale
Monday, November 30, 2009
I have no idea which cushions, carpets, runners and blankets Toronto textile artist Bev Hisey will be discounting at her annual Christmas sample sale December 3 - 5 but Bev, if you've got one of those orange, felted wool numbers, above left, put my name on it! Hisey has been really branching out lately with some exquisite new lines; I especially love her wildly vibrant carpets, above, although I'd be surprised to see any of those being sold at a discount.
Cheap Thrills: Cowhide Rug Sale
Thursday, October 8, 2009
I'm laid-up in bed this week with a merciless cold so all I have for you today is a little tidbit that came in over the transom from Tandy Leather Factory in Mississauga. Mike and I have purchased a number of hides from Tandy and I can vouch for the quality and service. If you buy a $35 membership you receive a big discount on everything in the store. Tandy's hair-on hides (32 - 40 square feet) are priced at $240 until October 31, but if you buy a membership you can take one home for just $180 (+ $35 = $215). Elsewhere, hides typically retail for $600 or more.
Prized Possession: Ingrid’s Magic Carpet
Friday, July 3, 2009
Last weekend, Mike and I attended a housewarming party at our friend Ingrid’s new apartment. While touring her incredible space I paused to ask about a particularly striking carpet in the music room. “I’m so glad you asked,” responded our hostess. “That carpet belonged to my grandmother and it’s one of the only things she [...]
Canadian Cool: Roots Home
Wednesday, July 1, 2009
Roots Home, an offshoot of the Canadian clothing company, has been producing furnishings with a focus on leather chairs and sofas, since 1998. I dropped into the retailer's Castlefield showroom yesterday scouting for Canada Day items and I was not disappointed, especially by their soft furnishings, which unabashedly celebrate the Canadian affection for the great outdoors.
Wednesday, March 10, 2010
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