Sassy Slipcovers

Slip your furniture into something different! 

When we hear the word 'Slipcover,' many of us think Shabby Chic.  You know...the messy, floppy, sheet-over-the-sofa kind of look.  There is a time and place for Shabby Chic, but for those of us who want a more tailored, classic and form-fitting look, there is an updated solution.  

Introducing Slipcover 2.0

-custom slipcovers by Annette Shank- 

Meet my 'brown-blah' cube ottoman.  I know you have seen his kind before.

This ottoman is a popular item that works double-duty as a footstool as well as providing an added seat at gatherings.  The problem with this little guy is, well, he's just plain dull and boring! 

Goal: let's make this cube a pretty little piece of eye candy!

Nice chair style, but the fabric must go!

Problem: I'm sure everyone has a plaid chair in the family that seems to make the rounds.  This chair was in my parents den and now they've passed it along to me!  Although the fabric is in good shape, it doesn't work anywhere in my house. 

Goal: add a feminine touch to make it a pretty guest room chair.

This is where the magic happens!

To help carry out my wishes, I enlisted the help of slipcover guru, Annette Shank.  Seeing her work with fabric is like watching a sculptor mold their clay...but with the eye of an engineer and the skill of a fine craftsman! 

New fabric--new look.

Annette began by draping my fabric over the ottoman and pin-fitting some options for me to consider.  We didn't want it to look reupholstered, so we tried to add some interest to an otherwise square box.

Shall we pleat here or there?  Add buttons?
Maybe ties...what to do, what to do?

Annette transformed it before my very eyes.

Drum roll...

Voila!

Snug as a bug in a rug!  
This tab helps keep it on and is a sweet detail.
Love the addition of some buttons too!

Goodbye plaid...hello pleated perfection!

Show off that new skirt!

Annette is so darn creative and fun!  Her customers love how detailed she is and that she offers up ideas even the best designers couldn't dream up--all because she has years of experience making slipcovers and working with fabrics to know the best solution.

Before...

After!

Doggie chewed the fabric off of your wing chair?

Don't panic...slipcover it!

Dated jewel tones?  Rejuvenate it!
I love how she fit the cover over the exposed carved arm.  

Contact Annette at: 541-345-5545
This lady knows her stuff!

Mum's Day!

want to get something special for the MUM in your life?

emma bridgewater's BEST MUM Mug is perfect for Mother's Day!

Made in England and now available at our stores-

call 541-617-9799 while supplies last!

Would you like us to ship to your Mum?  We Can!

For more emma bridgewater pottery go to:
http://www.emmabridgewater.co.uk/

I DO!



Ahhhhhh...the Royal Wedding is finally here!

When a toaster just won't do, here are a few wonderful gift ideas:

Say it with Spode...a classic gift- these gorgeous pieces
should be on every bride's registry.

Betriz Ball Silver pieces offer a double function-
practical as well as simply stylish.

How about some pretty new linens
for the Bride & Groom.

She will love this pretty pillow!

If I were to wear a Fascinator to the wedding...
It might look something like this.

Or this feather beauty made from a clever gal
who dressed up my wedding, PiperEwen.com.

Or this?  Dessert right after the ceremony-
Perfect &  Delicious!

All of these wonderful wedding gift ideas are of course available at our sweet stores, Edman's in Bend & Edman Furniture in Eugene.  The doughnut hat is available at Dunkin' Doughnuts!  Cheers to the Royal couple!  

Look Who's 5 years old...

Our shop in Bend is five years old!  This spring we wanted to kick things off with a shop filled with great new pieces.  The problem with our Bend shop is it's small so when new furniture, lamps, accessories, and pictures all come in at once...it looks like a tornado hit the joint!  I snapped some photos of all the new and pretty spring merchandise before we set it up and then everything finding it's place- like a puzzle that needs finishing!



Day 1 - Unpack all the new stuff!




Fresh new paint to spring things up.



Fun new things but where to put it?



Not a very glamorous job but it's fun..making beds!



28 new lamps that need to find a home...



By lunchtime I was wanting to have a double latte
 and a cuppa yo to jump start my decorating!



Oh dear...what was I thinking?  It's going to take more than a day...

Thank goodness for coffee, furniture glides, hammers, and fun new stuff to make a girl work fast and hard!  We had to get the shop ready for our 5th Anniversary party and with little sleep and pretty new pieces to make it fun to set up...
WE DID IT!  TWO DAYS TO THIS...





Breakfast nook table with an english flair!



Our new Upholstery Line edman&co- fun fabrics and styles.

Layers of books, pillows, candles, & accessories for spring- cute!

Leather, Stickley, and more rustic things fit in with Bend homes beautifully.

A little transitional style anyone?
James Dean makes any space handsome!

This last summer my sisters and I went to London
and found a wonderful line of dishware called
Emma Bridgewater. 
Now available in London & Bend, Oregon!



Emma Bridgewater is known for their floral collection. 
We saw this teapot at Harrod's in London.
 Would you like a spot of tea?



Great Mother's Day gift...BEST MUM!

Crumbs & crumbs plate, fresh milk, porridge bowls,
and breakfast pitcher.  How lovely!

Express yourself with these typewriter letters.
Fun way to spell things out!  Literally!

Books on keeping everything clean & sparkling!

Calendars, stationery, and candles.  Great gift ideas.

Nest on into this comfy chair with birds & butterflies.

Fun for parties- charms for your wine glasses or to wear! 
Lots of pretty styles and colors.  Great hostess gift idea!

New Pine Cone Hill bedding on a Baker Milling Road Bed!  Yummy!

This custom artwork is great for family names
or your favorite place.  You pick a dozen names or
places and we can create a keepsake for you!

Sweet for spring- notepads, cards, candles,
& trays.  Oh my!

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1020 NW Wall Street.  Downtown Bend, Oregon!



Cheers to customers, family, and furniture!  We painted the shop red to give it a fresh new look after five years.  A little mini facelift?  Something like that!  Stop by anytime and see what's new!  Filled with fresh ideas for spring and loaded with stylish fashions for the home.  Shop Here!