Who you calling a ludite?

This is a test sort of thing here, nothing interesting really. I just set up twitterfeed so it will automatically tweet for me every time i post a new blog entry. what?

let's see if she works, shall we?

Don't worry Chrome, I'll always love you...

I know that my taste has been a little on the brassy side lately, but I still have room in my heart for chrome. I wish I had room in my brain for camera skills (sorry for the crappy shot with the desk in the corner), but alas...

This absolutely stunning queen size headboard is all sleek and shiny and sexy. It's got the whole Hollywood Regency thing goin on. It has been attributed to Milo Baughman and to Design Institute of America, don't know which, don't care. I think Kelly Wearstler would approve, and for those of you who know me, that is where I set my bar. Where I set my drink is another matter entirely. Ooh, this would be cool in a bedroom with a little built in bar. Mini-bars in the bedroom, I say not just for hotels anymore.

This piece is not in a store, so email to check it out.

Foster Puppy for Adoption ~ very low maintenance

Petite, well mannered, although slightly underweight (note the ribs) dog available for adoption. Loves to sit by the fire and look graceful, while you rub her lovingly on the head. She stands only 24 inches tall, so perfect for condo living, but would also enjoy taking in the view from the window of your country home. She was terribly exhausted after her trying rescue, so was not up to a serious photo shoot, but we will try again in the morning to capture her in more natural lighting. Send me an email if you are interested in meeting her.

Ok, so that was totally queer, and not in a good way! I don't know what's gotten into me, you'd think I was selling "ducks in bonnets" and talking to (or worse, for) my cats. Whatever, isn't she lovely? I am going to have my daughter name her in the morning. I know what your thinking, once you name her you can't give her away. Too true...

WTF?

I had an epiphany, more in this later (I'm sleepy).

until then, wooly pockets

I think I see a trend forming...

Apparently, I have a thing for black and brass. Who knew. Certainly not I. I don't think anything in my house is black and brass. I just built my house and chrome is already losing it's luster, metaphorically of course. (the parts not covered in apple juice and yogurt are still quite shiny). And don't get me wrong, chrome is classic and will never fall out of my favor, but brass is really capturing my eye these days. The black lacquer on these pieces is like an aged piano finish and the insane brass hardware is picked up by a simple gold painted detail that frames the drawers. You can see a similiar piece here (see how the mega price tag on that one ever so subtly points out what a great value mine is? (for prices email me)), also made by American of Martinsville. This is seriously well made stuff.

see them at KOAP

425 822 2003 info@koaphome.com 120 central way kirkland, wa 98033

Self Portrait, no seriously

See, I am both stunningly beautiful and insanely talented, with incredible confidence that allows me to pull of fashions of bygone eras with grace and ease. Right?
Ok fine, I'm lying. You would have found out sooner or later. I did mention before, in one of my previous posts about the unbelievably talented (she actually is) Amber Alexander and her lovely lady portrait, that I found a quite striking portrait in a vintage shop in West Palm Beach. Well, allow me to introduce Fifi Sufios. She was painted by Franz Reichmann sometime in the late 1800's (or so I've been told). Fifi lives above my mantle with her cat Gigi, whom you will meet at a later date. If I could die and come back as a piece of canvas, this would be the one.

btw, you'll notice no scavenger tag on this one, she is not for sale. she will sit in her position, looking down her nose and judging me for all eternity.

this makes me want to..... ~ SOLD

sit by a fire sipping brandy and reading Hemingway. Or at least it makes me wish I were the type of person that sat by fires, sipping brandy and reading Hemingway. Somehow, that seems a little more swanky than sitting around drinking wild turkey and crying over past issues of Domino. But I digress, back to the chair. I'm thinking it is from the 30's as it was the favorite chair of a 1929 Harvard grad, and was lovingly cared for for 60 some odd years by his wife. The proof is in the Hasty Pudding, as the leather on this chair is near perfection.

Please, have a seat. presented at KOAP Home

425 822 2003 info@koaphome.com 120 central way kirkland, wa 98033

Black and Brass Asian Cabinet ~ SOLD

GORGEOUS black cabinet with brass accents. Ok, so I would love to wax poetic about all the virtues of this piece, but honestly, there are no words. You have to see for yourself.

Roger Sprunger 60's Coffee Table

This table cannot be done justice in a photograph. I don't care how good the photographer is. I mean, how could you get any better than this, right! Ok, fine, so photography is not my strong suit. But this table is so devine, that I am sure you will forgive me. Incredible brushed brass legs in the style of the Gateway Arch by Eero Saarinen in St. Louis.

This is the real Gateway Arch. See the resemblance, they could be twins. And by the way I did (not) take this picture too. Can't you tell.Table can be seen (and purchased) at KOAP in Kirkland

425 822 2003 info@koaphome.com 120 central way kirkland, wa 98033

60's Era Italian Sculpture

Fabulous pair of Fighting "Roosters" We don't agree with "rooster" fighting, so maybe they need to live at oposite ends of your mantle.

These two lovelies are identical, so theoretically they could be placed in seperate homes. Obviously we'd rather adopt them out together, pheasants love to live in pairs.

These pieces can be found on display at KOAP in Kirkland.

425 822 2003 info@koaphome.com 120 central way kirkland, wa 98033

Scavenger

I am pleased to announce my latest venture (to no one, as no one reads my damn blog!) I have started selling a line of hand picked vintage furniture and accesories (i was going to say objet d'art, but I don't think I can pull it off ) Most of my pieces will be featured at KOAP, the fine retail establishement of my new friend Diane Shultz, in Kirkland. It's really a trip to my pieces in a real store. I mean a really real store. Not an antique mall or consignment shop (or goodwill), where they'll take any old crap. I feel validated!

So when you see the Scavenger tag at the top of a new post and you will be able to see whatever new lovelies I have for sale. Seriously people, if you buy some of my stuff, then eventually I can take the vicariously out of my name and actually get some goodies for myself!