Watercolor Workshops at The Living Room in July and August

"This watercolor was so much fun to paint... losing and then finding myself in the reflective surfaces of so much glassware. It is my invitation to you to welcome color into your everyday life." - Charlene Freeman, artist, teacher
Unframed measurements: 16.5" x 24" Priced: $450 unframed or $525 framed

This gorgeous, original watercolor by Charlene Freeman came into our shop today to advertise her upcoming watercolor workshops:

WATERCOLOR WORKSHOPS at THE LIVING ROOM CONSIGNMENT & TEA

Sundays, July 10 and 24, August 7 and 21
10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
$25 for each workshop, or sign up for all four for $90.
Taught by Charlene Freeman
Register online at  http://www.charlenecollinsfreeman.com


This Class is for beginners and those who want a good refresher course. Our setting is an eclectic and interesting consignment shop so we'll have plenty to choose from for our still lifes!

Come learn the nuts and bolts of watercolor painting. You will learn about watercolor paper, paints, brushes, where to buy supplies, values, drawing and more in a fun, nurturing atmosphere...you'll be amazed at how fast you progress.

 
Experience a step-by-step introduction to the magic of watercolor. Learn to see like an artist, develop basic drawing and brushstroke skills, learn the value of light and shadow to add drama to your paintings, and how to enjoy the process!

Please bring your own art supplies. A suggested supply list will be provided upon registration.

Lighted display case on simple terms

It's 31.5" wide x 15.5" deep x 63.5" tall. Upper glass doors can be re-positioned as you please.
We're using it for china dishes and vases and the odd Fog Woman Totem Pole.
What will you use it for?
$125

"The Duchess", a wingback needing a little help: upholstery paint, anyone? (UPDATE: SOLD)

I don't intend to stock many items needing repair or restoration, but this swank old wingback just needs a little help to be a treasure once again:

I'm calling it "The Duchess" because the swank shape of the wings looks like a royal hat (from Disney's Cinderella?).
Someone suggested painting the entire chair, as you would a canvas!
Priced at $20 to make it easy for you to get started.
(UPDATE 6/15/2011: SOLD)

You can create your own google trail in researching painting upholstered furniture.
Here are 2 to get you started:
http://littlegreennotebook.blogspot.com/2009/03/spray-painting-upholstered-furniture.html
and
http://www.fabricspraypaint.com (has audio greeting. These can be annoying, but this one is informative.)

They're curios, George. At reduced prices through June 18, 2011.

Types of furniture seem to come for consignment in waves. Just now, we feel surrounded by tall, narrow curios. Three are enclosed with mirrored and lighted interiors. One is an open etagere.

Prices reduced as shown through June 18, 2011. Is one of these right for your home?
UPDATE AUGUST 2011: THESE HAVE ALL SOLD.

Oak corner cabinet. 74" tall, 29.5" wide x 17.5" along each side.
Reduced to $175 through 6/18/2011.

Open Etagere: ~72"t x 27"w x 13+"d.
Reduced to $125 through 6/18/2011.

Half-hexagon curio tower with 3 interior glass shelves. 70.5" tall, 24" wide at base molding. ~11 deep.
Reduced to $145 through 6/18/2011.

Two new, oak, curio towers. 72" tall.
Reduced to $175 each through 6/18/2011.

If it's spring, it's time for leaves, and they're here!

When this sweet, mid-century teak dining table was consigned, it came without leaves. But--good news!--the consignor remembered where they were stored (behind the piano, of course), so now we are good to go.

With the recovery of the leaves, it has just grown in potential from 4 seats at a 42" rectangle, to 8 seats at a 42x78" rectangle.

Made by Drexel in the 1960s for their Parallel collection, this table shows usual signs of use, yet retains its glowing beauty. During our off-and-on summer, doesn't this look like a cheerful setting for yummy meals and lingering visits with family and friends?

We're over-full at The Living Room, so our come-and-get-it price ($425...$375!) includes the 4 matching chairs, 1 same-style side chair, and a twin that needs repair.

Who doesn't love a loveseat? In summery wicker! (UPDATE: SOLD 6/8/11)

Charming, traditional wicker settee, about 3 years old, in excellent condition.

Cute, swan-neck detail on wooden arms.

Includes plaid-covered bench cushion, plus 2 accent pillows with extra slip covers.$225 for all. SOLD.

Traditional, upholstered, living room chair, made by Broyhill Furniture, quality construction evident in every detail.

Chair is in excellent condition, originally purchased just a few years ago, and has seen very little use.

Subtle pastel print upholstery fabric looks very pale blue/green or gray hues, depending on the lighting.

Inset, rolled arms feature double welted trim.

Comfortable boxed cushions with welted trim, keep their shape as you settle into your favorite chair.



   

Office update options (although I hope you can be outside on this beautiful, sunny day!)

If you must be at your desk, here are some options for spiffing up the work zone:

Vintage hardwood desk chair. Very classy.
Someone started to strip it and gave up, but isn't it a beauty? $135

Grandpa to PIXAR's hopping movie star lamp.
A vintage LUXO hinged arm, desk lamp.
Very heavy base. 2 fluorescent bulbs. $125

Recent model desk chairs, $44 each:


Oh, and maybe you'll be needing the desk itself?
Mr. Straight-Ahead work desk, $75. Ms. Elegant Writing Desk, $140.

The first of the summer months is here! Break out the hot tea!

Yes, June 1st, mild and rainy. A good day for some hot tea.

The Living Room is about as packed with cuteness as it can be. Please come and bring a friend who has yet to experience The Living Room; enjoy a cup of Davidson's organic fine in our eclectic surroundings.

Here's a recent consignment: a 3-year old, espresso-finish, dining room ensemble:

Oops! That's something smaller. How small? About the size of a breadbox. Wait, it is a breadbox. Which for the record is as big as 16" x 12" x 10". Oak, priced $22.

OK, back to that dining room set from Klaussner Furniture's Mocoa collection. $895 for all: china cabinet with hutch, table with extending leaf, and 6 chairs. This is a great price because we need to move it out to make room for new consignments coming:

54" wide x 18" deep x 80" tall.
China cabinet base sits on black metal legs &grid.
Hutch features mirrors, lighting, stemware racks.

6 oversized, microfiber-covered chairs

42" x 60" table with 18" leaf