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3 of the Most Appealing Home Libraries

The cold weather seemingly traps us inside and subtly tells us to pick up a book and get cozy. There's nothing better than being wrapped up in a warm blanket and sipping hot tea or coffee, all while being enthralled by the plot of your novel. An in-home library is a luxury that almost anyone can create. Here are some of our favorite that are so appealing on these freezing cold, rainy days. Image courtesy of Pinterest. Easy Breezy I know we're thinking the same thing right about now... why can't it be warm enough for the breeze on a warm, sunny day to gust in through an open door or window, fluttering the pages of our books while continuous...

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4 of the Hottest Houses on the Naples MLS Right Now

Naples, FL. is filled with stunning homes, some of which captivate us and leave us marveling as we make our way to the beach, soaking in the sun and enjoying the scenic views that surround. Below are some of the most beautiful homes on the Naples MLS right now. Enjoy! Yes, we're probably thinking the same thing. This home is stunning, in both day and night. Upon arrival, you're confronted with a beautifully simplistic driveway, landscaped to perfection. Ivy surrounds the beautiful wooden garage doors and covers the pergolas above, allowing for neat growth and clean lines. Beautiful trees fill every corner, adding an element of privacy and settlement to this newly constructed home. The kitchen is known as the...

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Welcome to the Neighborhood, Bean & Barley!

O'Bryonville has, and always will be a hub of shopping, eating, and entertainment. Stores range from Ten Thousand Villages, a charming gift shop selling unique trade baskets, jewelry, crafts, and other items from international artisans, to English Traditions, a family owned and operated business specializing in European antiques and replica furniture. Kismet, another women's clothing and accessory shop, and Kenzie's Closet also fill the main, tree-lined strip of O'Bryonville. Restaurants range from The Bonbonerie, a local fixture for baked goods, gourmet lunches, and tea, to O'Bryon's Bar & Grill, the perfect spot for classic pub grub, beer, and other drinks. In all, O'Bryonville has more to offer than more people know. Bring your friends and check it out! As a...

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Our Favorite Newly Added Lighting

At English Traditions, our inventory is always changing. We add new furniture, lighting, accessories, etc. to make sure that our customers are satisfied and always faced with something fresh. We remove pieces that have discontinued or items that no longer appeal to our shoppers. Shopping online is fun; you get to look through new inventory, while simultaneously browsing older items that you may have never noticed before. Our vast selection of unique, timeless pieces makes cultivating whole rooms or adding to an existing design more enjoyable than ever. Here are some of our favorite, newly added pieces of lighting. Floor Lamps Floor lamps are quintessential in room design. Whether you're visualizing a bedroom, a home library, a living room, or...

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Valentine's Day Gift Guide

Valentine's Day is right around the corner-- literally. Although this holiday isn't one for us to splash out and splurge on those we love, it is still fun to give gifts as a token of appreciation for our significant others. Here are some Valentine's Day gift ideas, English Traditions style. Enjoy! Antique French Confit Pot A confit pot is the perfect gift for the antique enthusiast in your life. All of English Traditions confit pots come straight from fairs all over France and Europe. Their charming history is sure to appeal to the taste of someone who loves antiques and all of the possible stories that lay behind the markings and cracks of these beautiful pieces of the past. View...

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