It's Sunday night on Craigslist! I found this fun living room set located in Southern Indiana. Check out those fun colors! All of these pieces came out of the same house and can be purchased separately. Check it out HERE!
Don't let the blue carpet distract you. This is a decent mid-century sofa at only $25.00. It's located in Howell, MI. Check it out HERE!
This is a debate that is not going to end with everyone in agreement. Instead when you are making a decision between wallpaper and paint weigh the pros and cons of each and make your decisions based on good design, economics and home improvement. In the past few years there has been an anti wall paper movement in the design field that I don't always agree with. First the pros of wall paper. Wall paper can add texture in an otherwise bland space. It is great for hiding those little imperfections in older home walls and it lasts much longer then paint. When making a decision for wall paper consider the style of your home. I am a strong advocate for working with the style and period of a home instead of against it. That said, it doesn't mean one has to choose outdated materials. On the down side it can be time consuming to remove and expensive to replace. Next lets consider paint. Paint has to be redone about every 5-10 years depending on the room and what it's used for. There is nothing better then a fresh coat of paint to freshen up a space. The prep is not time consuming and the time is minimal. Paint colors are many and with so many companies putting out pallet sets it makes those choices easy to manage. So in the end to paint or wallpaper is up to the physical characteristics of the home and the design sense of the owner.
Groupings of like vases on a shelf or console make a bold design statement. I prefer using three pieces versus 2 or 4. Maybe I have had some influence from the Japanese culture because 3 is considered to be lucky. Vintage pieces like this set of Royal Haeger vases are an affordable way to create a classic contemporary look. For more information on Royal Haeger Pottery please visit their site!
I'm keeping a promise to share matching pieces with my own that are available for sale. Listed are 9 Canonsburg Temproama dinner plates. These plates are available for purchase HERE.
Set of 5 coffee cups and saucers available HERE
roducing Pantone 18-2120 Honeysuckle! Pantone describes this color choice as "A Color for All Seasons
This is the time of year I begin to miss hiking in the woods. I miss the fresh air and the birds. I miss the subtle rustle of the wind through the leaves. The quiet.
I absolutely fell in love with this set of dishes! They are by Homer Laughlin the style Rythym and the pattern Lotus Hai. These pictures do not do this set justice. Not one bit! It's in mint condition 
The Garage Sale Archeologist Etsy Shop.
Every once in a while I'll run across a matching piece to what I have for sale on Etsy and I always think there is someone out there looking for matching pieces. These cute little Eames era sets would brighten up any kitchen. They are marked Price Imports Japan. The bean pot or fondue set is in mint, mint condition and is available for sale HERE.
This is the matching coffee set is in excellent condition and is available for sale by a different seller HERE.
Heidi and Rae Rae have been entered in this years Modernvica Pets on Furniture Photo Contest 2011. They are featured standing on a Lane Daybed from the late 50's. Please help them out by clicking on the link below and vote for them. Heidi has one eye but it has never kept her down, (obviously from the photo), and Rae Rae was rescued from a terrible situation, although she has no teeth she has managed to overcome her past traumas! Plus they're cute! All the pets are pretty cute in the contest and the furniture they're on is so nice. Gotta love people who love their fur babies.
In the winter I enjoy going to an occasional auction. Live auctions are exciting, the people interesting and the finds outstanding. The only drawback is the time involved. Depending on the size and volume of items you can spend several hours at an auction waiting for an item you're interested in to come up for bidding but the prices are usually worth the wait. In the winter the crowds seem to be smaller and less competitive. I purchased this gorgeous salad bowl and condiment set last weekend at an auction. This item made the auction worth my time and effort. It appears to have never or rarely ever used. 
Ok we need to get these girls in our mid-century modern room to do a little photography. Who can resist a one eyed teeny weeny girl?Must be a photo of a pet on modern furniture
Pictures should be clear & the furniture must be recognizable (avoid close ups of your pet’s face)
Photos must be original no borrowing copy written photos without permission
A medium shot is better so we can see the furniture, pet & interior (we want to see your style)
Include your pet’s name and furniture designer/description (if applicable)
The company bought the Standard Tin Plate Company in 1909 to ensure that they would have a steady supply of tin. Continental's original business consisted only of packers' cans for fruits and vegetables. Given the seasonal nature of this work, the company decided to expand to general canning in 1912. By 1913 the company had acquired all of the interests of a New Jersey corporation also called Continental Can Co., as well as the Export & Domestic Can Co. and the Standard Tin Plate Co. The same year, Continental was incorporated in the state of New York.
If money and location wasn't a problem where would you live? It's a restless winter afternoon so it's time to let the Internet take me away to a different place and a unique space. The Internet allows us to check out what the inside of that cool house, condo, mansion, brownstone or loft looks like and we don't have to leave our own home. This can be a great way to get some interior design ideas from some of the finest interiors in the country. 
If you don't want to deal directly with an owner there is always an option to visit area consignment and used furniture stores. This can take the pressure off both the owner and the buyer. I am sharing a few consignment and used furniture stores. First up is Fred's Unique Furniture and Antiques in Warren, Michigan were you can find this stunning 6 piece hard rock maple living room set. Perfect for that lake cottage or cabin and all for $695.00. I would love to design a room around this set! 
We'll begin with this Homecrest Swivel Rocker with matching ottoman circa the 1960s and 70s is located in the small town of Butler, IN near Fort Wayne. They are asking $165.00. Homecrest is still in business and was founded in 1953 and headquartered in Wadena, MN.
Next stop is the home of the Wolverines in Ann Arbor, MI. This is a newly upholstered teak framed sofa with the asking price of $570.00. 
In Grand Rapids, MI we find a very nice set of black end tables with a matching coffee table for $200.00.
Last stop Cleveland, Ohio for this great retro fireplace! A great price for $85.00. I might be interested in this one. :)