English Country Antiques

Wednesday, February 20, 2013

Decorating with Dhurries

DECORATING WITH DHURRIES...now in stock at English Country Antiques

"A dhurrie, (also durrie or durry) is a thick, flat-woven rug or carpet, used traditionally in India as floor coverings."

For centuries, the most popular floor coverings in INDIA, the flat, tight weave of the wool Dhurrie, makes it extremely durable, and perfect for 21st century interiors.

Take a look at our new collection of IN STOCK, (9x 12'only) Dhurries. Available in a variety of designs and colors, here are our favourite examples in Blue and White, The official Hampton's Color Scheme!

Sizes from 2'3" - 10 x 14'

available to order

Above: Layering your rugs also looks cosy and inviting under foot.

Hand-crafted in a highly durable flat woven construction and reversible for greater versatility. Rich wool construction and unique dyeing processes give each piece subtle gradation and extraordinary depth of color.

Sunday, December 2, 2012

Latest Libby Looks from Braxton Culler and ECA

LIBBY LANGDON DROPPED BY English Country

Libby Langdon dropped by for a client meeting this weekend and I grabbed her for a quick photo shoot.

We have new pieces by Libby Langdon on the floor in both bright and soft hues.

Jermain Chairs in Grey Print with Tangerine Welt
Nesting Coffee Table, Garden Stools and all accessories at English Country.

Try this Tangerine Area Rug from ecantiques.com
if you want to add orange in a subtle way

Haynes Loveseat & Chair with nail heads by Libby, tufted ottoman in grey Mohair available in many colors from ECA

MORE PIECES FROM LIBBY LANGDON'S RANGE

ALL AVAILABLE FROM ENGLISH COUNTRY ANTIQUES

Friday, November 9, 2012

THE BASICS ABOUT BURLAP

BURLAP BASICS

Currently we are seeing a big trend for textured fabrics, and what could be more organic and texture filled than basic burlap. Originally used for potato sacking, this versatile fabric is now all the rage for interior accents and even upholstery.

Here are some examples of how to use burlap in your home.
all available from English County Antiques

Mahohany and Burlap Upholsered Bar Stool with back, also available backless

Useful open shevles in Burlap with nailhead trim

French 19th C Settee in newly upholstered burlap, frame has remains of gesso and paint.

Burlap Bed, available in CKing, King and Queen Sizes

chest of drawers in burlap with nail head detail

19th C French Louis XV style chairs, with remains of their original burlap and upholstery

Burlap makes a great lamp shade, letting a nice glow through its weave. Lamp in Black finish available in table and floor lamp versions.

Burlap Ribbon for protecting young trees can mae a great trim of curtain tieback!

Tuesday, November 6, 2012

Rooms to Inspire by English Country Antiques

One of our clients and favourite designers is Barbara Ostrom ASID

from Barbara Ostrom and Associates

Here is the rooom recently completed by Barbara for the Saddle River Showhouse 2012

we love it!

All accessories, lighting and furniture are from English Country Antiques

Wednesday, October 17, 2012

Stocked!

HERE ARE A FEW TASTY MORSELS FROM OUR LATEST CONTAINER

Glazed Terracotta Pots, now in coral/pink with white spots

$125 each

Below: Collection of 19th C French Vendage Bottles, for wine storage

Vintage English Oak Barrell in old green Paint, with hinged Lid

English Magnifying Glasses with variety of handles in Bone, Brass, Horn and Silver Accents

from $ 285 each

Sunday, October 14, 2012

AS SEEN IN HOUSE BEAUTIFUL NOVEMBER 2012 TOPIARYS!!!!

AS SEEN IN HOUSE BEAUTIFUL MAGAZINE, WE HAVE A LARGE SELECTION OF PRESERVED BOXWOOD TOPIARY.

If treated right, preserved boxwood can last many months or even years. Regular misting with water will help them last