Just In: Macrame

Macrame is a form of textile knotting, it's common materials are cotton, hemp, leather, or yarn.

Macrame was the hippie grace during the 70's, but it's origin dates all the way back to the 13th century. It is believed that the art began through Arab weavers, which then moved onto Spain after the Moorish conquest, eventually spreading throughout Europe. The art was most used amongst sailors, who would knott items such as hammocks, bell fringes, and belts while out at sea and then sale once landed. These sailors carried out the movement to China and the New World. Very popular during the Victorian Era, but eventually faded with years passing. It regained popularity during the 70's, with items such as clothing, wall hangings, tablecloths, bedspreads, and draperies. The hippies picked up the craft to make jewelry and accessories, and this is how  most people are familiar with the art.

Lately I've been noticing luxe shops and interior designers picking up the art of macrame. Which a gotta say, looks pretty neat. 

 

Two below are by Sally England, pieces can be ordered through Relish. in Portland, Oregon.

 

Smalltown at Avido Restaurant and Wine Garden in Australia.

Ace Hotel in Palm Springs by Michael Schmidt Studios

Images:

1. via Amenity 

2. via Satelight

3, 4, 5, 6. via Remodelista

Look for Less!

I haven't done a kitchen update in a while, mainly because it's been slow around here and we still have some things to complete.

As the following;
*cabinet hardware
*open shelving
*pendant lighting
*banquette seating
*other little details to make it a designer kithchen

However, in my search for lighting I did come across these two beauties, they are very similar and are available at Lowes and Potterybarn.

 

allen + roth 12" W Bronze Edison Pendant Light w/ Clear Shade $119

Calhoun Glass Pendant $149

Both pendants have a chain bronze finish, with a clear shade and filament edison light bulbs, measuring at 12" width. But the allen + roth pendant light has a unique clear shade, which can add more interest to any space. In person, this pendant is definitely stunning. A lot bigger than I expected, was considering for above our breakfast nook where I will be doing a built in banquette (some day), as mentioned here. But since I do have two doorways and a refrigerator right in front of that space,  I am questioning the proportions for my tiny kitchen.