T's Ten, Week of 6/9 England Edition!

Hopefully by now you've all had a chance to peruse the album of pictures from Tom and Kelly's latest buying trip in England. While I held down the fort for the last week or so, T&K searched all of England (or a little bit of it at least) for new goodies, and what a great assortment they've found! I am eager to see everything in person. It was hard narrowing down my favorites from this trip, which is always a good thing! For those of you that have asked, we do not have an exact date on when this shipment will arrive to the warehouse but it should be here by the early to mid portion of July. At this time we do not have pricing available, but if you have any questions feel free to ask! And now..my favorites! P.S. Did you really think I could narrow down to 10 choices?? I think there are actually closer to 20 favorites in this lot so far...I couldn't resist!

 Aren't these enamelware buckets the best? I love the bright colors stacked up together.

 This industrial cart is awesome. I'd love to use it in our kitchen as an island!

 This glass front cabinet is adorable. I love the different sizes of the panes of glass. This would also be a fun addition to a kitchen if used as a cabinet to store away dishes, etc.

 This wardrobe is for all of you bamboo lovers out there. Isn't it great? I'm really loving the look of bamboo lately, and this wardrobe is not only super functional, but also super sophisticated.

 So in love with this filing cabinet. I love the fun red color, and my office would surely benefit from this since I could hide away all the clutter!

 This bookcase is beautiful. I love the leaded glass front, and the functional top allows for two drawers, and an area to showcase a few smalls or vase of flowers.

 This grassy green chest of drawers is so lovely. Mamas with babies, take note. I think this would be awesome in a nursery!

 Clearly I'm feeling the green! This pair of kelly green doors are too cute for words!!! I know I've met a few folks recently looking for old doors and this are a great burst of color.

 This stag pub sign could quite possibly be my very favorite thing on this list. Can you believe that I actually do not have a pub sign in our house at this moment?? That's kind of ridiculous, considering where I work, and I think I'll have to rectify the situation with this guy...or one of the many other pub signs Tom and Kelly were able to find might do as well. :)

 How sweet is this retro chest of drawers? Also a great addition to a nursery or child's room, the dealer that T&K purchased this from covered the drawers in vintage wallpaper. Absolutely adorable.

 This is a lovely pine chest of drawers, probably early 1900s if I had to guess. I would love to see this used in an airy entryway with a giant floral arrangement on top.

 Seriously loving this piece as well. I've always appreciated a really nice worn-in piece of wood, and this work table does the trick.

 These industrial benches are just too much fun. I'm not sure on the height if it would work since I haven't seen them in person, but wouldn't these be fun at the base of a bed?

This really shouldn't need any explanation but...dress forms with hearts!! So cool!!

If there's one thing my husband should know about me by now, it's that I absolutely love cypress and driftwood, so this little stand is a big favorite for me. I would use it to display our potted plants...BUT I also happen to think this is the perfect alternative to those not-so-pretty climbing devices you can buy for cats. And since we have two cats...they deserve only the best when it comes to climbing, am I right?

 And let's end with some nice velvety goodness. This pair of chairs are super feminine and I adore the tufting.

So what do you guys think? I know I'm excited and really thrilled with what Tom and Kelly were able to find. The best part is that these pictures are only a portion of the lot, so there will be lots more to discover when you come visit us in July.

New Dealer Sneak Peek

Talk about a booth after my own heart! We are happy to have Tim and David join us at Oddfellows. Their mix of vintage, mid-century, industrial, and folk art fit right in and there are several pieces I've got my eye on already. Be sure to stop by this weekend to check out their booth before I buy it all!

Week In An Instant

It's definitely feeling like summer is here in Asheville and we are enjoying it for sure! This week I've been holding down the fort while Tom and Kelly are overseas shopping. It's always an exciting time when they are shopping. I go to bed with visions of credenzas, industrial tables, and eclectic artwork dancing in my head as I wonder what they've found. Be sure to stay tuned, because we will certainly share some preview pictures once T&K return stateside. In the meantime, here's what I've been up to!

Images Clockwise, Left to Right:
1. This picture was taken at The Scene's Asheville Beer Week Kickoff Party, hosted at the newly opened Mill Room event space. I loved the Mill Room and if you're looking for an event space in Asheville, this one is super affordable and has a great industrial backdrop. Read more here.
2. This gas light fixture, an Egyptian revival throwback, is amazing. She's a little bit sassy, and will be sure to greet you at Oddfellows this summer.
3.On an afternoon drive with Ethan in Leicester, we discovered this little guy sitting pretty by the side of the road. I immediately began to take thousands of photos...moments like these definitely remind us how lucky we are that we landed in Asheville, where the mountains and farmland are just a short drive away.
4. I always reflect on the incredible people I've met at this point in my life, and am lucky that so many of them are talented makers, crafters, and thinkers. This certainly holds true with Karie and her partner Rob. They are the creative force behind Shelter, specializing in beautifully hand sewn leather goods and bags, among many other talents. A little while back I was able to visit Karie at her studio in the River Arts District to pick fabrics for my own bag, and this photo is the beautiful result. We are truly lucky to have these two in Asheville. Their bags are delicious and will last a lifetime. Check out more at their website Shelter Protects You.
5. We've been celebrating a lot of birthdays this week. This is a shot of Etta, with a custom birthday hat, celebrating my mom's birthday on the 31st, Carol's birthday on the 3rd, and Erin's birthday on the 4th.
6. One more shot of farm animal cuties.

Week In An Instant

Images Clockwise, Left to Right:
1. These little owl cuties came to us from England, and they're already going to be getting cozy in a new home. They're the sweetest, don't you think?
2. Can any of you locals guess where this awesome building is? I love it, especially those awesome windows. It would be fun to live there.
3. We had a potluck dinner at my friend Anna's house, which was a truly awesome way to begin the week. Lots of food, laughter, and friendship.
4. Found this sweet little Viking dish, and I love the beards. Reminds me of a certain husband of mine...
5. And last, some woodblock letters and numbers that came from the last container. I've been a longtime collector of woodblock letters, and a number of these will have to be added to my collection for sure.

New Dealer Sneak Peek

We are happy to announce a new dealer joining the Oddfellows family fold. Dumont has an amazing eye, and because she's been a long-time collector, that really rings true with her booth. Expect to find a mixture of beautiful textiles, industrial elements, folk art, and just the right amount of quirky throughout. Take a look at the photo below for a preview, and be sure to check out her goodies soon!

Tiny Container Arrival

That's right! We had a little container visit this week, and it's a good one. We've got lots of functional credenzas and sideboards galore, as well as dining tables and chairs. Keep in mind, this is not the usual 40' size container, as we shared this load with another shop. So what we've got is 15' of import goodness. Think of it as a sneak preview to what will come in July on the big boy. Here are some pictures below to give you an idea of what came in, and be sure to stop by this weekend to see us in person.

 

 

Oddfellows At Home With Kyle

We haven't had an "Oddfellows At Home" post in quite a while, and this one is particularly exciting! Kyle, one of our regular customers, stopped by the shop a few weeks ago to browse and while he was visiting, shared some photos of a project he had finished working on. A few months back, he had purchased several pieces from the shop, including a set of locker doors. With a little paint and a lot of creativity, Kyle turned some standard, creamy colored locker doors into a chic, vibrant wardrobe.

For this particular project, Kyle combined two separate locker sets into one by drilling holes into each set and connecting them with nuts and bolts. He then drilled additional holes into the lockers and added hanging bars to easily store his clothing. And in Kyle's words, the ornate mirror and architectural brackets that flank the top of the locker wardrobe are a "mod twist on the traditional Louis XIV furniture." What I appreciate most about his project is his vision- sometimes I don't always have a vision to repurpose or restyle an existing item, but Kyle's project clearly shows he knows a thing or two about redesigning an item to meet specific needs, all while maintaining an aesthetic edge.

Take a look at the photos below! This locker wardrobe is a new favorite, and a simple weekend project that I think any of us could take on without feeling overwhelmed. A huge thank you to Kyle for sharing his project!!

 *The little mid-century secretary in the corner is also an Oddfellows purchase. It sure is sitting pretty in Kyle's home!

Did you recently purchase an item from our shop that you'd be willing to share with us? We would love to see it! Email Tarleton at oddfellowsavl@gmail.com.