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Vintage: what to look for, what to avoid

Annie Elliott | January 29, 2023

Since Veranda magazine was kind enough to include me in its article about vintage items, I thought I’d expand upon that subject for you, Gentle Readers. There’s so much to say. First, terminology. The word “antique” is applied to furniture that is 100 years old or older. “Vintage” is less well defined. Some people say …

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» Accessories, Furniture + upholstery
detail of blue vellum cabinet with brass trim

Don’t miss this trend! Fabulous furniture in mixed materials

Annie Elliott | August 8, 2021

I know, Gentle Readers: “mixed materials” isn’t entirely new. We’re used to seeing lucite with glass, metal with wood, mirror and wood… And two-toned desks certainly have been around for a while. This one is wood and vellum, with a touch of brass on the pulls: And here’s a deskd in wood and marble with …

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» Furniture + upholstery

Beautiful chests and cabinets: where and why. (And please vote!)

Annie Elliott | April 11, 2021

Hello, Gentle Readers! I have a favor to ask. Woodbridge Furniture is holding a photo contest to see which designer features one of their pieces the most beautifully. Naturally, I think we do ;) Would you be willing to hop over to this photo contest link and vote for us? This is the picture, which …

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» Color + paint color

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