Over the last several weeks I’ve been hunting and gathering for clients, looking for those one-of-a-kind, “Where did you get that?!” sort of items that feel right the minute you see them. While I have carefully curated the shop so that I display only things that I myself would want to buy, there are always a few items that come through that almost don’t make it here because I want them so badly for my home. However, the only way to stock the shop properly is to “let go” and so I do – reluctantly. I look at it this way, since I’m in the shop so often, I basically am living with the things I love and it is essentially my second home so…from my home to your home!
One of the things I wanted to “steal” for myself is a vintage, carved teak, Thai bench, that is not so much about comfort but is very much about beauty and style. I picture it in an entry way where you could sit on it to tie your shoes, set your things ,or even display a few pictures, plants, or maybe some candles. The craft work is outstanding and the carvings even cover the inside of the bench legs. It is truly one of the most gorgeous things I have ever seen.
Among my other favorite Apartment 46 things is my 1960’s Virgin Mary bird bath, which up until last week displayed my Bonny Doon Farms beeswax candles. While it is of course made for the garden, I just love the idea that someone should take her home and use her indoors to hold candles, plants, maybe a collection of beautiful stones or something else organic. Her face is so serene that the fact she is a religious icon matters very little to me. I see her as art. I love using cement statues inside to create a kind of fantasy garden interior. It’s a little magical really – especially if you have hardwood floors.
With summer half finished, it’s time to re-evaluate your space – take a long, hard, look at your surroundings and identify any object, area, or room, that you feel needs a refresh and get going on changing it. If you walk into a space and you don’t absolutely love it and love being there, something needs to change.
I’m always available to help you re-purpose what you already own, revitalize something old or revamp it completely.
Have a wonderful week!
Melisa
