Quest Twenty Eight

Lovely Initial Necklace

noreply@blogger.com (Quest Twenty Eight) — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 19:31:00 +0000

Meakin Maidstone

noreply@blogger.com (Quest Twenty Eight) — Sat, 08 Jan 2011 12:50:00 +0000

Sometimes you enter a magical combination of words into eBay, and glory appears before you.

I recently picked up a lovely plate in this pattern from a charity shop, and am considering trying to collect the whole set (January frugality aside).

Sources: Bianca Dinner Plate / Green Tulip Plate / Sideplate Maidstone Blue

Lino Print Christmas Decorations

noreply@blogger.com (Quest Twenty Eight) — Fri, 03 Dec 2010 18:32:00 +0000

Beautiful Christmas Decorations by Mangle Prints

UK Vintage Etsy Seller – Restless General Store

noreply@blogger.com (Quest Twenty Eight) — Wed, 01 Dec 2010 19:07:00 +0000

Sometimes, when trawling ebay hurts my poor longsighted eyes too much, I like to enjoy the edited contents of online Vintage stores. One of them is The Restless General Store on Etsy. Here are some of my favourite items:

Trio of oil on board paintings – The Natural World (I might still buy these before finishing this post – lovely!)

Two Glass Specimen Jars

Two Copper Wire Baskets

All the items are beautifully photographed, and the contents of the shop give it a carefully curated feel. The good news is: As the seller is UK based, you are easily in time for some Christmas Shopping!

Pineapple

noreply@blogger.com (Quest Twenty Eight) — Fri, 26 Nov 2010 19:16:00 +0000

You may remember my post about the pineapple belt, so you can image how excited I am about this one.

Introducing… Jenson Hobson (aka the naughty cat)

noreply@blogger.com (Quest Twenty Eight) — Thu, 25 Nov 2010 14:09:00 +0000

After much deliberation, we adopted a cat!

He’s 10 years old, and a monster. He’s extremely intelligent, and is keeping us on our toes. There was us, thinking we would have a quiet, sleepy cat.

He is also lovely, and very friendly. He’s house-bound at the moment, but next weekend he’ll be having his first Blaenavon outing. We’re pretty sure he’ll be able to hold his own with Blaenavon cats.

Paris, Neige & Mariage

noreply@blogger.com (Quest Twenty Eight) — Wed, 24 Nov 2010 20:22:00 +0000

Guess where my friend Laura and I are going on Friday! The sole purpose of this visit is to procure one of these:

For this glamorous (now Parisian) lady:

There will most likely be some of this too:

And according to the forecast there is going to be some of this:

So I am packing lots of warm clothes in my tiny hand luggage bag. Wish us luck on the dress hunt!

Images: I dont think Prada is the Answer / Rosa Clara / Zagatbuzz / Mr Ullmi

Brass is now officially accepted

noreply@blogger.com (Quest Twenty Eight) — Wed, 24 Nov 2010 19:37:00 +0000

I recently made the executive decision that brass is awesome. I think it was largely due to this trunk, as seen on The Brick House.

Ever since then I’ve had brass on the brain. I spent hours trawling flickr, ebay and online hardware stores looking for some brass handles for a new piece of furniture. About 12 pages through Flickr I stumbled across exactly the handles I was looking for.

It took me several seconds to realise that that is actually a picture of my sideboard. I knew I’d seen those handles somewhere! Doh.

Some Brass Porn for your delectation:

Brass Music Note Lamp (I want to polish it!)

Vintage Brass Filigree Cuff (if you’re not allergic)

Brass Deer

Bookends

Hammered Brass Lamp

The most awesome brass horse ever (I just bought this, and have tears in my eyes with joy. No joke.)

Candelabra

Do you concur? I’m off to buy some Brasso.

Images via The Brick House / Me.

Christmas Farm Animal Bunting

noreply@blogger.com (Quest Twenty Eight) — Tue, 23 Nov 2010 19:07:00 +0000

10 out of 10 for awesomeness. Christmas Farm Animal Bunting. According to the listing, ‘these animals are excited to find a place for this coming Xmas.’

The duck is unbearably cute!

Oh Comely Magazine

noreply@blogger.com (Quest Twenty Eight) — Tue, 23 Nov 2010 19:02:00 +0000

I recently subscribed to this rather special magazine: Oh Comely.

This magazine is written for people who are bored of reading about celebrities, or re-reading the same stories over and over again. (at least that’s my interpretation. From their website:

‘It's a magazine that inspires people to be creative, talk to their neighbours and explore new things, rather than buy stuff or lose weight. Imagine sitting down with a cup of tea and a creative friend to hear all the strange things she says, all the curious stuff she does, and about the things she loves.’

The last issue was my first, and it arrived with actual stamps on the front of the package. It was somehow nice to think of someone actually sticking them on.

Issue 4 is out on 16th December. The magazine is issued bi-monthly, and the annual subscription costs £18.00. Perhaps one to add to your Christmas Wish List.

Text and image from Oh Comely.

Rainbow Pony Fabric

noreply@blogger.com (Quest Twenty Eight) — Thu, 18 Nov 2010 20:46:00 +0000

Franco Rabazzo

Be You… Print

noreply@blogger.com (Quest Twenty Eight) — Thu, 18 Nov 2010 19:24:00 +0000

I recently put together a round-up of potential prints for my friend Laura’s Living Room. How about this one! Be You… by Yumalum. I have been trying to shop locally as much as possible, and this seller, like us, is based in sunny South Wales!

The proprietor of Yumalum is also the author of the rather delectable blog obsessilicious, where I often head for some chair-ogling.

Quest Twenty Eight re-design

noreply@blogger.com (Quest Twenty Eight) — Thu, 18 Nov 2010 00:09:00 +0000

If you visited this site over the last few days you might have notices some strange goings on with the colours and layout. After some serious ‘mucking about’ I’m finally happy with the result. Before getting there I went on a bit of a journey. Here are some of the high (and low) lights:

I also had a glorious plan involving a golden, crushed velvet, button back sofa, but i-stock wanted almost £14 for the image! Pfft! If you have such a sofa, I will pay you in tea to for close ups.

I’m still not entirely happy with the sidebar layout, but it’s late, so I conceded for today. Let me know what you think – prefer the mug header? I think I might….

Jo Malone’s Pomegranate Noir at Asda?

noreply@blogger.com (Quest Twenty Eight) — Wed, 17 Nov 2010 18:49:00 +0000

Jo Malone

I was once gifted a wonderful Jo Malone candle, and have ever since adored the Pomegranate Noir scent. I can’t pass a Jo Malone store without going in for a whiff.

I was quite surprised when I entered my parent’s house last week to find that it sniffed wonderfully of Pomegranate Noir. After much exclaiming and jealousy on my behalf it emerged that it was actually an Air Freshener, purchased at everyone’s favourite green supermarket, Asda!

I’ve never been quite willing to spend £38 on the Jo Malone candle. The (very small) bargain conscious side of me is delighted that Asda’s new limited edition room fragrance, Snowberries and Warm Spice, smells rather similar (at least to my unschooled nose). At £2 each, I will most definitely be stocking up on these refills.

Cowhide Rugs

noreply@blogger.com (Quest Twenty Eight) — Tue, 16 Nov 2010 18:34:00 +0000

Jeremy & Kathleen

I saw one of these beauties in TK Maxx, and am seriously considering one.

Bullyproof Vest

Jasonescapist

We currently have a lovely Kilim with pink and aubergine tones, but I’ve found a spot for that one on the landing now.

What do you think, Moo or no Moo?

Local Blog Give-Away

noreply@blogger.com (Quest Twenty Eight) — Mon, 08 Nov 2010 22:22:00 +0000

The lovely Anna of Lilies & Daisies is hosting Give-Away. Stop by here to enter. You can also visit her shop here to see her goodies – stocking fillers abound!

Anna is local to me, so for me it’s buying handmade, and shopping locally. Beat that!

Design Conscious Cat Litter Tray

noreply@blogger.com (Quest Twenty Eight) — Mon, 08 Nov 2010 20:10:00 +0000

If you’re looking for a litter tray that won’t be an eyesore in your home, how about these rather stylish options:

Booda Dome Designer Litter Tray

Booda Cleanstep Litter Tray – what cat wouldn’t love their own winding staircase, even if it only leads to the toilet.

Lamp Love

noreply@blogger.com (Quest Twenty Eight) — Sun, 07 Nov 2010 17:37:00 +0000

Scratch what I said before, this is what I would like for my birthday. Stilnovo lamp – she’s a looker.

Twentyseventeen

noreply@blogger.com (Quest Twenty Eight) — Sat, 06 Nov 2010 19:32:00 +0000

Next Saturday I will be 21 for the sixth time! As requested by several family members, I’ve put together a birthday wish list. I already have more than I could have hope for, but here goes anyhow:

Burt's Bees Facial Wash (in fact, anything by Burt’s Bees – the bulk purchase I made in the US earlier this year is running out)

Wall Book Shelf in White by Conran Shop.

Portfolio Jeans by M&S.

Doily Pillow

Army Blanket Cushion

Cabin Chic Pillow (I am aware that this is quickly turning into a cushion post, but I’m on a roll!)

Speaking of cushions, remember this one?

White Horse cushion, previously featured.

I’m not entirely sure how this works, but I’m sure I need one for work, so I can drink loose leaf tea there too. Tea for one.

And of course, Tea to go with it. Rare Tea Company.

Hello necklace.

Tiny Heart stacking ring.

I’m not going to say much about this item, it’s still at the negotiation stage. More tomorrow!

Ebay Sighting

noreply@blogger.com (Quest Twenty Eight) — Sat, 06 Nov 2010 17:48:00 +0000

Lovely Coffee table with wire tray. Current bid £14.99. Collect from North Lancashire.

Hello Sir (Dubarry Galway Boots return)

noreply@blogger.com (Quest Twenty Eight) — Sat, 06 Nov 2010 14:02:00 +0000

A recent trip to St Andrews resulted in a newly discovered love for Scotland, and a borderline fetishistic obsession with a pair of boots.

Just came across this rather glorious video:

I may need a barn.

Laura’s Living Room

noreply@blogger.com (Quest Twenty Eight) — Fri, 05 Nov 2010 17:23:00 +0000

By good friend Laura recently re-imagined her living space (for re-imagined, read knocked-down-a-wall). Her new living/dining/kitchen space, which spans the entire ground floor of the house looks fantastic. I had to wrestle the sledgehammer off Anthony when we got home after visiting them.

The re-imagining is virtually complete, the only thing missing is a piece of art work. And that’s where I come in – Hoorah!

First of all here’s a bit of a mock up of Laura’s living room space.

Karstad Sofa, Bjursta Sideboard, Ella Dog Cushion, Retro Phone, Abbey Road Print.

Laura’s specifid requirements are as follows: One piece of art work, to complement the above set up. This piece will hang above the TV, which is on the oak Sideboard above. Due to the shape/size of the wall, the piece will need to be in a landscape format. Laura’s whole house has a great colour scheme, with one colour being predominant in each room. In this case, needless to say, we will be sticking with red. Here goes:

Hag Coffee Giclee.

Albrecht Duerer’s The Indian Rhinoceros.

I love this one! It was made by letterpress printing with 720 dice. Fantastic. I see no reason that this couldn’t be hung in landscape format. Letterpress Dice print by Stukenborg.

Silver City 2 – hand printed in black and silver, by nateduval.

Shiny Red Car

OK, this one is not landscape, but hello!

Hampstead Heath Screenprint by Kate Banzai.

Ringling Brother: Polar Bear.

Become who you are by aardvarkonsea.

G-Plan Telephone Table

noreply@blogger.com (Quest Twenty Eight) — Mon, 01 Nov 2010 19:09:00 +0000

Hello there telephone table!

Unfortunately, I have no space for this, but strongly advise that you should buy it. Don’t let the fuzzy pictures fool you – this is a wonderful bit of kit, and practical too. Starting bid £10.00 – Buy It Now £20.00!

It’s G-plan. If I come back after my supper and someone hasn’t bought this, there will be trouble. Go on, buy it. Then send me pictures of it once you have re-upholstered it. Collection from Oldham area.

Give me me strength..

noreply@blogger.com (Quest Twenty Eight) — Mon, 01 Nov 2010 18:54:00 +0000

I’m pretty sure I probably don’t need a set four of these chairs. But then I’m also pretty sure I’ve never seen this G-Plan design before, that I LOVE the seat colour, and that these chairs would improve my life.

Would it be a crime to split my current G-plan dining set up and substitute the chairs with these? No? I didn’t think so either!

Perhaps I’ll have a glass of wine, bid on the chairs, and then blame the booze. This is a tried and tested method.

To Ladderax or not to Ladderax?

noreply@blogger.com (Quest Twenty Eight) — Fri, 29 Oct 2010 19:58:00 +0000

So I have been pondering this for a little while. We have a little antique corner whatnot in the living room , which I bought very cheaply at auction almost 2 years ago. I was under the spell of auction fever, and bid on something that didn’t suit the rest of the furniture. This is not an unusual occurrence. Said whatnot is in left corner in picture below.

I have tried moving the furniture around several times, and have always just moved it back. I have now firmly established I need something of a similar size, colour and structure.

What do we think about this?

Love it or no? The more I look at it, the more I’m convinced it’s perfect. I would love Ladderax, but as far as I can ascertain its only available in a certain width. My alcove is 87cm wide, the standard Ladderax is 94cm. If anyone has any information on Ladderax I would be grateful – for instance, could I get some shelves made for it, to fit my required width?

Ladderax

Next time on Elizabeth’s furniture bug bears: ‘How to replace the Billy shelf in the right alcove’.