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10 Fall Fixtures

Fall is quickly approaching and the mood it brings on a home is something we all crave. Warm colors, great smells, and fun times, Fall is one of the best seasons and lighting is a very important part of supporting these things that Fall brings. Below are ten of our favorite fixtures for the fall season.  1. Fitzjames Pendant/Semi-Flush Click to shop! 2. Dixon Small Table Lamp Click to shop! 3. Terri Cube Accent Lamp Click to shop!  4. Classic Swing Arm Sconce Click to shop! 5. Bryant Sconce Click to shop! 6. Primo Wall Sconce Click to shop! 7. Coral Floral Oval Table Lamp Click to shop! 8. Navy Blue and White Porcelain Square Jar Lamp Click to shop! 9. Bryant Floor Lamp Click...

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Dining Tables For This Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving effectuates treasured time spent with family and friends. During this colorful season full of memories and appreciation, the gatherings around our dining tables seem to grow bigger every year. Oh, what wonderful memories these are.  At English Traditions, we know just how important this time spent with family and friends is. We also know that a dependable table is one of the most important factors that goes into creating a seamless gathering. Preview our wide collection of replica tables, hand crafted in the U.K. and France that can be easily customized to fit your ideal dimensions, wood finish, and give yourself the ability to fit 10-12 guests comfortably around a sturdy and reliable table that is sure to last you for years...

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Don't Let Daylight Saving Time Leave You in the Dark

With the end of Daylight Saving Time comes quickly approaching sunsets, leaving us with more hours spent in the dark. This doesn't mean you should have to make do with your existing lighting or be greeted by darkness when coming home from work. That's why it's time to shop English Traditions lighting. With styles all across the board, it is made easy to find the perfect combination to make the ideal ambient lighting effect this holiday season and upcoming winter months. Here is some of our favorite lighting at the moment.  Blue & White Lamps Blue and white porcelain lamps are quintessential classic lighting pieces. They're designs range from simplistic and breezy to compact and ornately fashioned. Not only this, but...

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All About Our Trusted Upholstery Vendors

At English Traditions, not only are there unique antiques, accessories, and lighting- there is a whole wall full of upholstery fabrics and leathers to choose from. It's a unique and enjoyable experience in which you can design a piece custom made to your every want and need.  Our three favorite upholstery vendors are proudly made in the U.S.A.!   LEE INDUSTRIES "Since its inception, the mission of LEE Industries has been to create innovatively styled, high-quality home furnishings while adhering to a set of values that focus on their customers, the community and the environment." "Our love of furniture is contagious and that is why we can't resist creating the best upholstery product available, and it is all made in...

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Our Vintage School Maps Will Evoke a Memory of Being Back In School

Vintage school maps are a fantastic way to add a pop of color to a wall; their distinct and graphic lines tell a lively story and may even evoke a memory of being back in school or pinpoint a memorable journey you may have taken.  Click here to shop this map! All of us here at English Traditions are suckers for a vintage school map. Their vibrant colors and dynamic lines are irresistible and always leave us entertained.  Click here to shop this map! Easily paired with antique furniture and accessories, vintage school maps are one of the easiest things to decorate with. They look good against anything and can match any interior design style. Whether you like modern, traditional, or rustic...

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