It can be rather overwhelming unless I go with a plan.
In the past the Winter show was where I concentrated on Horse/dog gift items that I could sell at Spring horse shows. I will still do that this year, but I will go an extra day and focus on Pier 94 where all the home accessory/gifts are. I've never gone "all the way over" to the Pier before. I am excited to see what I can find that will fit my "aesthetic."
My "aesthetic?"
Pretty much the same criteria for my other web site/blog.
Traditional, preppy, sporty, resilient home furnishings perfect for any weekend getaway. I'm looking for easy maintenance, long-lasting, sturdy "stuff."
Being the mother of five, I learned long ago to spend a few extra bucks to get quality furnishings that stand up to kids, dogs and cats. Leather, wool, good paint, solid doors, strong woods such as oak, or furniture that only looks better as it is naturally distressed by my family! So, with that in mind I go...
Below are some manufacturers I look forward to meeting.
key retailers
ABC Home Adrien Linford Bed, Bath & Beyond Bloomingdales Fred Segal | Garnet Hill Gracious Home HD Buttercup Hildreths | Lillian August Lynnens Mitchell + Gold Neiman Marcus | Rockwell Group Rumrunner Schweitzer Linens Shelter |
I bet my bottom dollar you are going to have a great time shopping!!
ReplyDeleteTalk about timing. We were talking last night about replacing our 20 year old (SOLID HEAVY OAK) kitchen table. I should say my husband was talking about it....I have no desire to replace it :)
ReplyDeleteSounds like fun shopping. I love the whole Camp & Cottage style from Mary Emmerling, the pendleton blankets evoke the same feeling.
ReplyDeleteGREAT idea, you'll be terrific at it too...
ReplyDeleteJoyce- I will enjoy myself and also wish that I could accompany you on many of your treasure hunts!
ReplyDeleteOHn=- I know! I love that I can still see my 25 year-old's second grade math etched into my dining room table :)
Cricket! I am a BIG fan of hers too.
Susan- Thank you, I appreciate that :)