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Enjoy the Glow of Gilt Furnishings

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Gold and bronze finishes are a hot trend this season, but the look isn't exactly cutting edge. Gilding dates back to ancient times and can be seen on some of today's finest relics from around the world such as this pair of large-scale 19th Century Imari vases, which have gilt wooden bases. "Gilt" is just the past tense of gilding. A gilt piece can be made … [Read more...]

American Craft Council Show in Atlanta This Weekend

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Looking for a unique artistic accent for your home? Find plenty of inspired handmade items at the American Craft Council Show going on through Sunday, March 13, at the Cobb Galleria Centre. The event is "the largest juried, indoor craft show in the southeast," offering "the highest quality... handmade jewelry, furniture, clothing, home décor, and … [Read more...]

New Magazine To Promote Traditional Design

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In an effort to inspire a new generation of traditional design lovers, the publisher of Traditional Home is collaborating with all-digital Lonny magazine to launch TradHome, which will be about new directions in traditional design. The first issue is set to go live in May, with a second following in September. The cover of the premiere issue boasts "the … [Read more...]