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Plait Textiles

Posted on | May 12, 2010 | 2 Comments

CherryClafoutis Plait Textiles

Textiles handwoven by Wisconsin based designer Jennifer Pellman are right up my alley. The pieces are woven the width of a napkin so the natural selvedges are the finished edge on two sides. Above a set of striped red napkins and below napkins in checks and stripes. So simple and beautiful. Check out plait-textiles.com for purchasing.

CherryClafoutisDetail Plait Textiles

SaltedRaisins Plait Textiles

SaltedRaisinsDetail Plait Textiles

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Simon Pearce: Quechee, Vermont

Posted on | February 1, 2010 | 17 Comments

Simon Pearce Showroom in Quechee, Vermont

We spent the a very cold January weekend in central Vermont. With the temperatures hovering around 10 degrees; snowshoeing was out of the question. Taking off my gloves to snap a photo was brutal enough. We spent the afternoon indoors visiting Simon Pearce’s workshop and restaurant in Quechee, Vermont.

Simon Pearce first opened his glassblowing workshop in Ireland. In the 1980’s Pearce moved his operation to a historic woolen mill in Quechee, Vermont. The Ottauquechee river roars just below, providing hydroelectric power for the glass furnaces along with electricity for the entire facility. Visitors can browse the retail store, watch potters and glassblowers at work and enjoy lunch or dinner in the restaurant overlooking the river.

Greg and I found the glassblowing process fascinating. Each piece is gorgeous and completely handmade. I made a mental note of all my favorite glasses, bowls, and pitchers to purchase once our renovation is done. Below photos of glassblowers and potters at work. How cute are the wool plaid curtains I spotted in the ladies bathroom? At the very bottom is the hydroelectric generator used to power the facility. Find out more at simonpearce.com.

Simon Pierce Showroom in Quechee, Vermont

Plaid Wool Curtains at Simon Pierce

Simon Pearce Showroom in Quechee, Vermont

Blowing Glass

Glassblower at Simon Pearce

Different Stages of Pottery at Simon Pearce

Potter at Simon Pearce

Pottery Workshop at Simon Pearce

Hydroelectric Generator at Simon Pearce

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Kitchens Linens For Table

Posted on | November 17, 2009 | 3 Comments

Red and White Stripe Linen

Pretty tea towels can easily double as a two-sided placemats. I love this simple rustic look for Thanksgiving. I picked up a few Libeco kitchen linens in a khaki stripe this summer. Three draped across the table is pretty and affordable. Find more products online at libecohomestores.com.

TLHO2618 500x375 Kitchens Linens For Table

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Striped Wool Blankets & Ticking Stripe Linens

Posted on | October 27, 2009 | 6 Comments

woolblankets5 500x410 Striped Wool Blankets & Ticking Stripe Linens

Beautiful wool blankets ($185) and ticking stripe tablecloths ($70) from Brook Farm General Store are irresistible. Muted shades mix well with modern and traditional interiors. I’m pretty in love with the wool blankets. I think I’ve replaced my pillow obsession with blankets and throws. Check out more finds at brookfarmgeneralstore.com.

tournetablecloth51 Striped Wool Blankets & Ticking Stripe Linens

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Plaid Napkins & Placemats from Fog Linen Work

Posted on | October 22, 2009 | 2 Comments

Fog Linen Plaid Placemat

I love Fog Linen Work and I especially love their new fall collection. Beautiful plaids and checks in napkins, tableclothes, and placemats. I’m plaid obsessed. So pretty for winter dinner parties. It’s so hard to find table linens that are simple and homey that don’t feel too holiday. Check out more designs and find purchasing info on their site: foglinenwork.com.

red and black checked linen placemat

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black and white plaid napkin

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