Trend Alert: Crate Ideas!

The re-use of old materials has been an on-going trend, but more and more we're seeing inventive ways to re-purpose salvaged wood in an art form referred to as "Pallet Craft".

 Check out these inspiring designs that people have created using old shipping pallets.

What an affordable, resourceful and eco-friendly way to create functional furnishings!

gallery wall

rustic headboard

family photo shelf

outdoor coffee table

one-of-a-kind bar and storage console

coffee table enhanced with glass top and caster wheels

media and storage console

coat rack/memo board

wine display rack

painted coffee table

One young couple even used old pallet planks to create a textured accent wall in their son's nursery...

Click HERE to link to their blog post and "how to..."

cool, huh?

Mason Jar Madness!

A lovely woman came into our Burlingame store last night, and was delighted to find our latest collection of vintage mason jars. She had been seeking the perfect container in which to display her grandmother's keepsake button collection, and found these old jars to be the perfect answer.

We've recently received a huge assortment! These are the originals, the real deal with glass self-securing lids, embossed labels, and even that special blue-green tint!

Our collection is vast, and we are so excited to offer such high quality originals.

There are so many great re-use ideas floating around out there for these vintage vessels. Here are a few to inspire you...

Floral containers/mini terrariums...

 Candlelight...

 Collection display...

Utensil storage...

 Powder room organizers...

Craft supply storage...

Soap dispenser...

 Party drinks...

One-of-a-kind lighting fixtures...

Heath for the Hostess!

In case you're searching for a fabulous hostess gift this holiday season, I thought I'd tell you about the lovely one that I just received from our dear friends. This gorgeous handmade vase is from Heath Ceramics, a locally-owned workshop here in the Bay Area. 

Our guests didn't even know, but I've been a long-time fan of the amazing creations from Heath Ceramics! I was so excited when I opened it, I had to display it right away (hence the leaves and branches instead of something more appealing). Just goes to show you that a marvelously shaped object needs little ornamentation.

Every Heath piece is still made in their original factory in Sausalito, California and crafted in the same manner as it has been for the past 55 years.

 

I'm so excited about my new gift, and wanted to share this wonderful resource with you. Link here to view the amazing collection from Heath Ceramics, and find out more about this wonderful company.

Below are a few inspiring images of some of my favorite pieces in the Heath Collection...

beyond dishware, they also make a unique line of house numbers and amazing individual tiles...

One of my favorite Heath collections is the Bottlehood Collection.

As described on their website the collection is... "A marriage of craftsmanship and environmentalism. BottleHood converts empty bottles destined for landfills into functional and unique glassware for your table."

Be sure to visit Heath Ceramics on-line, and stop by their Sausalito showroom if you're ever in the area.

Heath Factory and Showroom

400 Gate Five Road

Sausalito, CA 94965

P 415-332-3732 x13

F 415-332-3204

REGULAR Showroom Hours

Monday-Thursday & Saturday 10-6

Friday 10-7
Sunday 11-6

..also located in the San Francisco Ferry Building.