The Bargain Hunter: Early holiday deals Nov 19, 2009
Highlights: Christmas ornaments, decorated wreaths, garlands, permanent botanical arrangements, containers, vases, ribbon and tabletop doll figures. Expect to pay about $4 per ornament. (San Francisco Chronicle)
'Puss 'N' Boots' sends couple on a quest Nov 8, 2009
The firm quickly became a successful mass producer of inexpensive household items such as cookie jars, salt-and-pepper shakers, vases and dinnerware. Phyllis said most were sold in five-and-dime chains and national department stores. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
Gardening under glass Oct 19, 2009
Nearly any transparent vessel can become a terrarium: cookie jars, vases, apothecary jars, mason jars, aquariums, fish bowls and even chemistry beakers. Among the vessels Geiger uses for her terrariums are recycled chandeliers, globe lights and even glass grapefruit juice containers. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Holiday sales events at warehouses, outlets Oct 12, 2009
Highlights: Pendant lighting from $50 (retail $300-$1,200); stemware from $10 (retail $80-$90); table lamps at $99 and lamp accessories $35-$50 (retail $660-$700); and candlesticks, bud vases, decanters and beakers starting at $20 (retail $92-$180) ... Highlights: Furniture ($150-$800), vases ($3 ... Pure soy candles in decorative boxes will be $18; pillows will be $10 and decorative vases start at $5. (San Francisco Chronicle)
An oasis for families in need Oct 11, 2009
There were pictures on the walls, matching well-cared for furniture, flower arrangements in vases and antiques. The beds had hand-made quilts. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Saint Vincent's Crystal Ball raises $110,000 Oct 11, 2009
There were three different table arrangements: black ostrich plumes in six-foot tall lit vases with mirror pieces; four-foot tall lamps with shades surrounded by white roses; and smaller lamps with white hydrangeas. The host committee included the Foundation's senior vice president, Dotty Hanna, and William Hanna; Dr. Peter and Amy Lund, Dr. Deborah Ranish and Dr. Raymond Haibach, Bruce and Janice Hamscher, Dr. Richard and Susan Cogley, Thomas and Susan Elliott, Thomas and Charlene Fucci, Nancy... (Erie Times-News, PA)
How to Decorate a Fireplace Mantle ... Oct 4, 2009
When arranging photographs, vases, candle lamps and figurines on the mantle, remember to keep things symmetrical ... Use the same or similar frames for all photographs, use vases that are either similar in size, style or color to create balance, interest and flow. (Suite101.com)
Charge filed for stolen van Gogh art Oct 2, 2009
The items - ranging from many paintings, vases and pottery to Mexican blankets, an antique phone and a butterfly collection - were found at the shop, a storage unit on Grant Avenue and two residences - one on North Fourth Street and the other on North Third Street. The North Third Street residence has been occupied by Glen Hand, owner of the antiques and furniture shop. (Raton Range, AL)
* Fire strikes at Chiang residence Sep 30, 2009
Decorations in the houses ballroom include furniture from the Qing and Ming Dynasties, western sofas with silk covers and the familys collection of antiques and valuables, including framed family photos, crystal ash trays, vases, antique lanterns, Soongs hand-drawn paintings and the delicately carved wooden screens that were part of her dowry. In April 2007, a fire partially destroyed Grass Mountain Chateau, a summer retreat used by Chiang, with arson suspected in the blaze. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
'Antiques Roadshow' taping in Phoenix Aug 14, 2009
They carted paintings and vases, violins and bracelets, chests and blankets and everything in between in a steady stream of an estimated 5,800 people eager to hear whether the family heirloom or the thrift-store buy was a treasure worth thousands. It was the Phoenix stop for "Antiques Roadshow," the popular PBS show that's part history lesson, part treasure hunt and part reality TV watched by more than 10 million people weekly. (AZCentral -- Home)
Treasure Hunters to dig in Montrose Jul 14, 2009
Tiffany: Items signed by LCT, lamps, vases, art glass, etc. Advertising Memorabilia: Petroleum, beverage company, porcelain and metal signs, beer and liquor makers, automobile, implements, famous brands, signs store promotions, serving trays, outdoor thermometers, etc. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Jasper: Art, music and scenery Jun 20, 2009
Landscape photography by John Smith, swirling Murano glass vases by Afro Celotto and bold quilts by women in Alabama s Gee s Bend community provide vibrant punches of color ... Vases, sculptures and pieces featuring animals share the space with works by Sharptop Art Association artists. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Hudson woman pleads guilty to defrauding employer of $724K Jun 4, 2009
Authorities said Shea controlled multiple accounts in the names of relatives, which she used to acquire auction items, including paintings, antique vases and jewelry. A Worcester Superior Court grand jury indicted Shea on the charges last December. (Hudson Sun, MA)
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There is also a Victorian vibe, provided by worn shelves full of vases and fine china, and floral trimmings. The windows at the back of the main dining room look onto an orchid garden; the side dining room is full of mirrors encased in ornate frames. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
S.F. Decorator Showcase spotlights art May 11, 2009
On a 9-inch-thick teak coffee table borrowed from Yountville's Ma(i)sonry, Leverone arranged gilded ceramic vases from the 1960s and, on a breakfast table, a group of vases by Berkeley artist Erin McGuiness. In the dining room, Diaz-Azcuy featured an oversize Foscarini Big Bang chandelier from Limn above a formal dining tableau. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Quality Furniture by Alex Lamont May 7, 2009
The range of Lamont products is limited by the nature of the manufacturing process and ranges from ceramic and glass vases and vessels through limited edition lacquer, decorative accessories lamps to bowls and vases, hand built furniture in traditional and contemporary styles, antiques and modern sculpture. Lamont s artists work with the finest and most rare of materials from shell, silver, lacquer work, chagrin, parchment and even petrified wood. (Suite101.com)
Slow economy puts dent in area antiques business Apr 12, 2009
Inexpensive glass vases continue to sell well as spring approaches, Schwartz said. Tell us what you think. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Weller Coppertone Pottery for House... Mar 29, 2009
Coppertone pottery was made in a wide variety of sizes and shapes, and the line included vases, urns, console bowls, candle sticks, oil jars, ashtrays, baskets, flower pots, tiles, flower frogs, figurines, planters, sprinklers, lamps, and more. Figures of frogs, turtles, and butterflies adorn vases, console bowls, candleholders, and lamps ... Frogs hunker down in console bowls; adorn vases and planters, splash in fountains, help water lawns and garden, hold up candles and flowers. (Suite101.com)
A reborn U.S.town faces a new threat Mar 21, 2009
It opened in May 2008, only to suffer through a season of people who realized they could do without beeswax candles and $90 vases. Those who remain are getting creative. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Jacko Flea Market Finds Mar 10, 2009
Vases, furniture, you name it all in the "style of" all of it, shall we say, "eclectic." , for example is just one gigantic flea market, a swap shop of rugs, runners, tables, and, yes, more sculpture. Prop houses for theater and movie companies should go wild here. (Fox News)
Best cities for shopaholics Mar 6, 2009
Local designers like Vivienne Tam, William Tang and Walter Ma are always popular, as are the vendor-rich streets of Li Yuen East and West, and the lanes of historic Stanley Market, favored for their collectibles like porcelain vases, silk garments and Chinese artwork. The Jade Market in Yau Ma Tai is also a must 400 stalls display the green gems that symbolize long life and good health. (MSNBC -- Travel)
18 Ways to make your home a refuge Mar 5, 2009
Poke them in vases around the house, it adds a glow till the gardens return. Thrift, thrift, thrift. (AZCentral -- Home)
Stick It to the Recession: Wynn's Vegas Encore Mar 5, 2009
Entry to the treatment rooms is through a colonnade of massive vases and brass lanterns, which culminates in a statue of the Buddha. There are couples' therapy rooms (for spa therapy, silly; not talking about your marital issues), plus separate, oversized spa rooms for men and women with huge hot tubs, cold plunges and waterfall showers. (Time.com)
Thrifty instincts run through her family Mar 1, 2009
We also have a lot of clear vases ... The cheapest is 49 cents, which includes vases, toys, and stuffed animals; the most expensive are handmade wool rugs, ranging in price from $600 to $1,200. (Boston Globe)
A Tiffany collection you can get your hands on Feb 19, 2009
In the past two years, he doubled his collection of lamps - he has about 45 at an average value of $85,000 each - and Favrile glassware - accessory pieces such as vases, goblets, plates, candlesticks and desk items - which number about 150 and are worth from $350 to $20,000 apiece. Schneider says the Legion of Honor show includes three stunning lamps - a peacock, a butterfly and a wisteria - but the rest are so-so. (San Francisco Chronicle)
* NEWSWATCH: If only Singapore had knick-knacks Feb 14, 2009
Drop a peach into one of those soy sauce-filled Ming vases and Bo Yang (f) would know exactly what it turns into. Lend our amniotic knick-knacks to China. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
Mid-century modern style brings back memories Feb 8, 2009
Accessories include framed artwork, lamps, silver tea sets in sleek, contemporary styles, vases and mirrors. Trends. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
