House Things

Do you lose your keys? Well, you’re less likely to if you put this vintage industrial key box by your door. The aged black finish, inspired by flea market finds, holds up to 9 sets of keys and includes 3 hooks. Size is 16″ H X 9″ W X 3.5″ D. Price is $49.95 and it’s available at Farmhouse Wares, your one-stop online shopping for all things farmhouse/country.

Looking for a storage unit that’s a unique? Check out this one from Finch Home. It’s made from natural canvas and features a dark gray and white heavy duty interior fabric. It’s about 9″w x 9″l x 7″ tall.  Each bag — she has other options — is stabilized with medium weight interfacing, which means it will  mold to the form of the items in your basket, but will be able to hold its own shape if you prefer. Price is $35

I’m not into contemporary furniture for the most part but I am always impressed by what I see on Etsy that falls into this category. This clever stool from Quarter Twenty‘s shop is just one example. Called the Giddyup Stool (because it resembles a saddle a little bit?), it’s made from steel and wood but can be customized. You can pick between reclaimed fir or cherry and can pick either a gunmetal or natural mild steel finish. The stool is 24″ long, 12″ wide and 18″ tall. Price is $495.

Up next on Top Three Thursdays is one of those items that you see and think I could do that — and then you don’t. So rather than deny yourself, why don’t you just go ahead and admit you’re not going to do it and buy it? This whimsical paper garland from Ink Whimsy‘s shop is a perfect example. They would look so lovely over a window in a child’s room or perhaps as an accent over a headboard or … the list goes on. They come in a multitude of colors and can be made in custom lengths. The standard garland is 6 feet long and comprised of circles 1, 1.5 and 2″ in diameter that have been sewn together. Price is $9

And, finally, a delightful, rustic and reclaimed shelf from True Connections, which was also featured in the March Country Living magazine. What a great way to tidy up your mud room or just create structure from the chaos from the space of your choice. Each shelf is made from reclaimed cedar wood and is one-of-a-kind. Length is 36 inches and height is 30 inches. Width will depend on the wood that’s found. Price is $200.

I am in the middle of moving, both my apartment AND my office because they’re installing a new carpet and that means I have to clear off everything on my desk, etc AND pack up my apartment. It’s a perfect storm reminder of why being organized from the beginning is the way to live. If you saw my desk, for instance, you would know why I stopped in my tracks seeing this vintage farmer’s market basket on Etsy and decided to kick off Top Three Thursdays with it. It’s not exactly the right size or shape for storing papers — probably too deep — but I could probably find something to put in it pretty easily. It’s available in Buffalo Winter’s shop, which is devoted to all things vintage so worth a stop for anyone interested in vintage, and costs $56.

This next shop offers a clever way to store your earrings…of which I have just a few, most of which are clumped together in a box on my dresser. I’m a fan of antique printer drawers anyway; they’re an extension of sorts to my font fetish to make me happy. This use both looks good and solves the hunting for the other earring way in which I spend most mornings. It’s available in Blue Bird Heaven‘s shop and costs $118. It is also available in a variety of colors.

And finally this happy little number  from Sew Gracious. This handy reversible organizer bin had me at the Amy Butler fabric. But I also love that it’s reversible and that it would look lovely on a table or on the floor by a side table. It can apparently hold up to 16 CDs, 10 DVDs, diapers, remote controls, toilet tissue, toys, accessories — you name it. Who wouldn’t want to put things away if this were where the stuff went? The shop has a ton of different colors and sizes if this one doesn’t catch your fancy. Price is $18.

I am in the middle of moving, both my apartment AND my office because they’re installing a new carpet and that means I have to clear off everything on my desk, etc AND pack up my apartment. It’s a perfect storm reminder of why being organized from the beginning is the way to live. If you saw my desk, for instance, you would know why I stopped in my tracks seeing this vintage farmer’s market basket on Etsy and decided to kick off Top Three Thursdays with it. It’s not exactly the right size or shape for storing papers — probably too deep — but I could probably find something to put in it pretty easily. It’s available in Buffalo Winter’s shop, which is devoted to all things vintage so worth a stop for anyone interested in vintage, and costs $56.

This next shop offers a clever way to store your earrings…of which I have just a few, most of which are clumped together in a box on my dresser. I’m a fan of antique printer drawers anyway; they’re an extension of sorts to my font fetish to make me happy. This use both looks good and solves the hunting for the other earring way in which I spend most mornings. It’s available in Blue Bird Heaven‘s shop and costs $118. It is also available in a variety of colors.

And finally this happy little number  from Sew Gracious. This handy reversible organizer bin had me at the Amy Butler fabric. But I also love that it’s reversible and that it would look lovely on a table or on the floor by a side table. It can apparently hold up to 16 CDs, 10 DVDs, diapers, remote controls, toilet tissue, toys, accessories — you name it. Who wouldn’t want to put things away if this were where the stuff went? The shop has a ton of different colors and sizes if this one doesn’t catch your fancy. Price is $18.

Why store your fruit in those ugly gray cardboard fruit containers when you could store them in these lovely porcelain knock-offs instead? Available at Seltzer Studios, they are made from bone china and come in three sizes. Prices range from $16-$27.

Sobu is a brand new design duo dedicated to creating innovative products for the home. They just launched their company in January after working in the architecture/furniture/photography/graphic design world. The bed below is their first baby and I think it’s just great. Who isn’t in the need of more storage? I love this, and, of course, the slogan is just perfect. The bed, which features a solid pine platform, does not need a box spring. Sadly, it only comes in a twin size so far, but hopefully that will change. Price is $650 plus shipping. If this had been available when my kids were younger, I would have bought three in a heartbeat. What do you think?

How wonderful are these? Seriously, I could buy all of them. The hand printed original drawings  are placed on natural linen with canvas lining. Just perfect  for storing  knitting or mail or books or…? Dimensions are W6″ x H7″ x D6″. Which one do you like and how would you use it? They’re from Bookhou and are $35.