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Thrive Home Furnishing: Mid-Century Modern Inspired Furniture

Have you heard of Thrive Home Furnishing? I have seen their ad on Atomic Ranch and some other websites – I finally remembered to check them out and oh, I am so glad I did!
Eisenhower Sofa
Based in Los Angeles, California, Thrive Home Furnishing is a division of Versa Products, Inc. They offer mid-century modern 1950’s [...]

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Rejuvenation’s Newest Addition to Mid-Century Modern Collection

Rejuvenation Gemini

I have been eyeing Rejuvenation’s Mid-Century Modern Collection for a while. When I get a “real” mid-century modern ranch dream house (my current house was built in 1955, but it does not have the right look), I already know where to go for lighting and cabinet hardware – but what about bath hardware and door [...]

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Pioneers of American Industrial Design Stamps

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Pioneers of American Industrial Design Stamps

With all my bills being signed up for “autopay” and having a book of Forever Stamps literally forever, I rarely visit a post office – which doesn’t really break my heart. I hate standing in a line at the post office! Anyway… my niece’s birthday was coming up and I had to drag myself to [...]

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2011 Semi-Annual Herman Miller Sale Is Now!

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15% OFF & Free Shipping on Herman Miller

Semi-annual Herman Miller sale is going on right now! Until June 13th, you can get 15% off on all Herman Miller products at many online retailers like below.

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Featured Store: Deja Vu in Long Beach, California

If you ever have a chance to visit Long Beach, California, be sure to stop by the mid-century modern and Danish modern furniture store called “Deja Vu.” The store is located on what is known as “Retro Row,” the three-block collection of many vintage/retro clothing and furniture stores on 4th Street between Cherry Avenue and [...]

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Modernica’s Pets on Furniture Contest

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Modernica’s “Pets on Furniture” contest is back! If you are an animal lover and have a quick moment, check out the adorable Pets on Furniture contest on the Modernica blog.
Atticus on Eames Chair
Vote for your favorite pet on furniture or submit a photo of your pet on your favorite piece of furniture. Submissions will be [...]

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Palm Springs Mid-century Modern by Dolly Faibyshev

Palm Springs Mid-century Modern

“Palm Springs Mid-century Modern” by a New York based photographer Dolly Faibyshev features a stunning photographic collection of mid century modern architecture in Palm Springs, California. The book includes 178 color and black/white photos of residential, municipal, and commercial buildings designed by mid century modern architects including Donald Wexler, E. Stewart Williams, William Krisel, Albert [...]

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Mid Century Modern Wallpapers

Are you looking for a perfect wallpaper for your mid century modern home? Bradbury & Bradbury Art Wallpapers offer a collection of mid century modern inspired wallpapers including the fun futuristic world of the 1950′s “Atomic Age.” Whatever the mid century modern style you are after (i.e. googie, tiki, geometric, sputnik), there are many styles [...]

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How to Build a Case Study Inspired Bed

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I had no prior experience in building furniture. I had my husband help me build this bed and it took us two days to build it, excluding the drying time for the stain. The bed is a queen size measuring 64” W x 82” L. It is pretty sturdy and has no problem (so far) [...]

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How To Repair A Kay Bojesen Monkey

Mid century modern/Danish modern toys and knick-knacks (reproduction, “inspired” items – doesn’t matter) are my favorite things to receive as a gift. A few years ago, I received a small Kay Bojesen wooden toy monkey as a Christmas gift. This cute little monkey was designed in 1951 by Kay Bojesen. The one I received is [...]

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