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It's Time to Refresh For Summer

With Summer comes the important task of refreshing and giving things a new look. One of the easiest ways to do this is with paint. Whether it be picking up a piece of furniture with good bones and adding a personal touch with some paint or even painting a whole room.  Recently, we completely redid our Naples location; we tore out the old sisal carpet and exposed the cement floors. We tore down some of the obtrusive walls, and we painted the whole store. By doing this, it completely revived our Naples location and brought more life into the space.  We wanted to do something similar in Cincinnati, but we also wanted to keep our cozy sisal carpet, as it...

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Some of The Most Exciting Pieces From Our Last Shipment

Great news! We have a shipment coming hopefully late May to early June, and we couldn't be more excited. Strictly French pieces, this shipment contains some really cool things that we think will look great in any home they're placed. Here are some of our favorite things from this past trip to France.  These bamboo chairs have fantastic lines and are surprisingly comfortable. They're effortless, charming, and can be easily accessorized. Bamboo is also a classic summer material; perfect for the porch, the dining room, and especially the living room.  How about these rattan chairs? Their structure is sturdy and firm, but their shape allows for so much comfort and ease. Their unique coloring also adds to their handsomeness and...

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All About Thibaut's Performance "Woven Winners"

Our fantastic Thibaut rep came into the store the other day and dropped off a packet that holds some very useful information on their favorite Sunbrella and Crypton fabrics. It features which patterns and textures work on certain styles and applications and why. It also includes how many colors are available and which Thibaut book they can be found in. We've summarized this information below! According to Thibaut, "Our knowledge comes from real life experience. We try all of our fabrics before we bring them to the market by upholstering furniture for product photography and our showrooms. We aren't afraid to make changes to product based on what we learn." All information comes from our Thibaut pamphlet. TONAL TEXTURES    ...

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English Traditions' Mother's Day Gift Guide

Mother's Day is approaching, and we couldn't be any more excited. It's one of the best feelings ever to celebrate the women who have raised us to become who we are. Gifts are certainly not the only way to express our admiration for the women who we love to call our mothers, but they do help show how much we care about them. Below is a list of 7 of the best Mother's Day gifts that your mom will love and that will withstand the test of time.  1. A Piece of Match Pewter Click here to shop.  Match Pewter has been a staple of classic charm in homes for centuries. Match picture frames are designed as handsome complements for...

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12 Pools That Scream Summer

It's only May 2nd, and we're all basking in the sun and enjoying all of the beautiful colors that Spring is bringing. With this extraordinary weather, some of us are craving summertime around the pool. Below is a compilation of twelve of our favorite pools. Images are all from Pinterest.  1. Garden of Curiosities - Calimesa, CA Image courtesy of Pinterest.   2. Thomas Allardyce's Los Angeles Home  Image courtesy of Pinterest.    3. Suzanne Kasler's Atlanta Home Image courtesy of Pinterest.   4. A Cottage in East Hampton Image courtesy of Pinterest.    5. Ned Lambton's Tuscan Villa   Image courtesy of Pinterest.    6. Stone Edged Pool Image courtesy of Pinterest.   7. Pool in Provence, France Image courtesy...

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