Released September 2011 and written by Barbara and René Stoeltie, the dynamic writer and photographer duo, this sumptuous series which features Life in Morocco, Mexico, Bali and Greece is a feast for the eyes and inspiration for dreams.
Once upon a time in a land not so far away…
Though it lies just across the Mediterranean from Europe, barely a stone’s throw from Spain’s southernmost tip, Morocco couldn’t possibly be farther away. With its mountainous and desert landscapes, labyrinthine souks, delectable cuisine, exquisite rugs and textiles, vibrant mosaics, fragrant odors, mesmerizing music, and welcoming people, Morocco is a most alluring and tantalizingly exotic destination. Digging a little deeper into the myth of Morocco, this eclectic selection of homes demonstrate all that is most wonderful about Moroccan style. Flipping through these pages of fairy tale interiors (ideally whilst sipping a steaming cup of sweet, fragrant mint tea) you’ll be instantly transported.
Diverse interiors from Costa Careyes to the Yucatan Peninsula
A truly breathtaking look at Mexico’s most remarkable abodes. The authors have traveled far and wide, from Costa Careyes to the Yucatan Peninsula, seeking out homes to surprise, delight, and inspire you. The contrast between Constructivist architect Luis Barragán’s home, a restored 16th century hacienda, and traditional Mayan thatched-roof dwellings is telling of the vibrant palette of textures and hues to be found with the pages of this book. This diverse selection of villas, casitas, haciendas, cabanas, and palapas paints a lively and colorful picture of Mexican style.
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Artist Karen Bezuidenhout has painted a new collection of art, in a range of sizes and motifs, just in time for the holidays. Visit us Upstairs or on our Facebook page to see the new gallery.
Karen was born and raised in the wine country of Stellenbosch, South Africa. Drawing and sketching throughout her life, Karen joined a small art school, situated in an old wine cellar, after being consumed by a desire to paint.
A few years later she relocated with her family to California, and continued to paint. She attended a course in painting and color at the college of Marin, and soon after, moved to Santa Barbara.
Karen’s rich, earthy color palette of chocolate browns, olives, ochres and burnt reds has now been complimented with vibrant blues and greens from the ocean, reflecting the influence of her Southern California lifestyle. Her favorite subjects of horses, rolling hills with shanty houses and chickens, have now been accompanied by beach walkers with dogs, seabirds, sailboats and surfers.
Her work has been described as “earthy, soulful and primitive, yet sophisticated.” Her paintings have been featured on the cover of Robert Redford’s Sundance Catalog, in Veranda Magazine and can be found in homes across the United States, in Canada, Europe, New Zealand, Australia, South Africa and Argentina.
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Since it’s is shipped only twice per year – in May and November – we’ve been waiting for this and have a list of eager customers also. The first half of our order includes gorgeous leather clutches, purses and totes. Later this week, we’re expecting a plethora of wallets.
Il Bisonte luxury bags and leather accessories, known for their unmatched quality, beauty and classic chic, have been made in Italy with passion since 1970.
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Our new Patch NYC candles are a vintage inspired collection of artisan scented candles crafted by hand. They combine all natural 100% pure soy and beautiful scent combinations designed to stimulate the mind, body and spirit.
Crafted in New York, great care and attention goes into each item, from sketch to production line, making each product totally unique. Patch NYC uses the best oils and goes organic whenever possible. Designed with the environment in mind, the company never tests on animals and uses no petroleum, parabens, or phthalates.
The exquisite, earth friendly packaging is inspired by nature and finished with a modern flair. All boxes are made from recycled materials. The Italian glass that holds the candles is tailored, unique and feminine and can be reused for wine, water, or juice.
These are our favorite scents:
Stag - Siberian Fir, cilantro, citrus & raspberry. Fresh as a brisk morning walk in the woods, cozy as an evening by a roaring fire, a festive scent for celebrating the season.
Whale - l’orange, patchouli, basil & jasmine. Complex and vast as the ocean, a thrillingly mighty scent.
Owl - sandalwood, tobacco & vetiver. Elusive and wise like the night owl, deliciously earthy as a twilight forest.
38.00
Heaven Help Us!
Your days of worry and frustration are over. Whoever you are, whatever you do, there’s a patron saint who wants to help you—specifically you—with your troubles. This Saint Will Change Your Life features 300 patron saints for every person and situation imaginable.
• There are patron saints for travelers, vegetarians, and women in labor.
• For gamblers, lawyers, and parents with disappointing children.
• For families stressed by house guests.
• For victims of toothaches, appendicitis, and sore throats.
• For beekeepers, booksellers, sailors, schoolgirls, and even (we kid you not) vampire hunters!
Gift wrapped, with one of our milagros tied on top, this is a perfect gift in a multitude of situations!
19.95
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The Men’s Dominic Cashmere Jacket by Scott James has become the must-have piece for the season Upstairs. It’s well-tailored, warm and versatile enough to dress up or wear casually. Our first shipment sold out within days but we quickly ordered more. Available in Navy and Brown. 650.00
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New Jan Barboglio has arrived just in time for your holiday table. Inspired by the romance of old Mexico, Jan Barboglio creates decorative iron accessories and furniture infused with glass and wooden accents.
Each piece is hand-cut, fashioned, forged, and finished to a tanned-leather luster. Jan is fond of Mexican tradition, and much of that tradition is religious in nature.
She includes an embossed, etched signature, stamped and accompanied by a sentiment, proverb, or poem in every creation.
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This gorgeously photographed love letter to the 86 most beautiful cars ever manufactured is now available in a smaller, more accessible format and at a great price, making it the perfect gift.
The story of the car is the story of how objects of industry became a medium of artistic expression. Memorials of our tastes, yearnings, and capabilities, these machines have layers of meaning and can be read like a book, if only you know how. Stephen Bayley, car columnist, design and cultural commentator knows how.
This opinionated volume presents a spectacular study of achievements in car design. Bayley’s 86 favorite designs range from the 1908 Ford Model T, to the 1961 Jaguar E-Type, to the 2003 BMW 5. All presented in chronological order, each automobile also makes a statement about the national character of the country of manufacture.
The 86-featured cars have been specially photographed and reproduced in a 4-color black-and-white process specifically to highlight their form and shape. The hundreds of ravishing photographs (including full-body, interior and detail shots) make this mini version of Cars the perfect gift book for all car enthusiasts and design aficionados. 19.99
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Indulge yourself, or a friend, with the gift of a luxuriously soft knit throw by Sefte. Created from organic yarns that include alpaca, baby alpaca, merino wool and cotton, these softest of yarns come either from highly skilled cooperatives of artisans or an organization called Mirasol that translates money from yarn sales into the building and financing of schools.
Alpaca fiber is considered some of the rarest and finest fiber in the world. This fiber is hand-selected by native Andean women who recognize the quality by touch. Each Sefte throw and blanket is a beautifully unique item, knitted or crocheted by hand, or woven on a traditional wooden loom.
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