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Vintage Gifts for Your Vintage Dad

June 11, 2013
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Your dad taught you to be honest, patient, and kind. He never thought twice about helping out a family member or friend in need. His tenacity and work ethic meant working side jobs on his days off. Show your Vintage Dad what he means to you this Father’s Day. Like a piece of furniture that has [...]

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Coconut Macaroons | 3 Matching Canisters W/Orange Lids

June 11, 2013
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This trio of porcelain canisters would make a great gift for the pastry chef in the family. You are already salivating at the thought of sinking your teeth into his famous coconut macaroons. This trio of matching 1970s porcelain jars with orange lids are labeled cookies, sugar, and flour (although you have the option of [...]

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A Horse Is a Horse, Of Course Of Course | Horse Bookends

June 11, 2013
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The horse has served man in war, transportation, companionship and agriculture. It is one of the largest contributions to the enhancement of civilization as we know it today. Have you thanked a horse today? This pair of carved hardwood bookends are a gorgeous color. You don’t have to be a jockey or an equestrian to [...]

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I Think I Can, I Think I Can | Thinking Man Bookends

June 10, 2013
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The original sculpture of Dante was commissioned by Auguste Rodin. He wanted the sculpture to represent intellect as well as poetry and he wanted him to be nude in the same tradition that Michelangelo’s heroic David was. This pair of vintage Thinking Man Bookends were hand carved in Rizal, Philippines. Don’t think on these too [...]

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See Right Through | Clear Glass Lamp

June 10, 2013
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We all know the importance of splashes of color, but negative space is just as important. You don’t want to go overboard on the splashes and wipe your guests out with exhaustion. That is why this clear glass lamp is the perfect addition to any decor. Base is made of brass. 23 in tall x [...]

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Oh Happy Day | Majestic Painting of Horses, Dogs, and Fairies

June 10, 2013
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You have recently made a promise to yourself; nothing enters your home unless it makes you  feel completely, and utterly happy. This whimsical painting is likely to do just that. At first glance this majestic painting is just a splash of soft colors and good vibes. After staring at the painting a while longer, however, [...]

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Green Thumb | Set of Floral Wing Chairs

June 10, 2013
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You may not have a green thumb, but you are one hell of a bookworm. Just because you’d rather spend the day reading in your study than frolicking in a field of allergy triggers, doesn’t mean you don’t appreciate their beauty. This set of two vintage floral linen wing chairs with wooden legs are a [...]

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One Too Many Cloth Diapers | Turn of the Century Steamer Trunk

June 10, 2013
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One can only imagine the adventures that this old steamer trunk has been on. If only objects could tell stories of their whereabouts, we wouldn’t have to watch so much reality TV. Did this trunk originally belong to an angsty teenager being sent off to boarding school to “straighten up” or maybe a rebellious housewife [...]

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Minimalist Meet Manic Houzz Tour

June 6, 2013
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My name is Nicole and I handle all the digital stuff for Casa Victoria. A few months ago, our friends over at Madison Modern Home asked if they could do a write up of one of our homes for the very popular design website Houzz.com. I volunteered by apartment because I  had recently made some additions [...]

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Stars and Stripes | Colonial Style Striped Sofa

June 2, 2013
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You’ll feel like Ben Franklin himself when you sit on this sophisticated colonial sofa. Join, or die. I think I will join. This hand tacked colonial style sofa not only has a single cushion, large skirt, and arched back but it also has rolled arms and a beautifully sculpted silhouette. 82 in long x 32 [...]

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