Friday, December 4, 2009

Game for One: Solitaire Di Venezia by Authentic Models

Solitaire is said to be invented by a nobleman imprisoned in the Bastille during the French Revolution. No matter what age, solitaire is a great game to pass the time and boredom. Solitaire Di Venezia by Authentic Models is not like your ordinary card solitaire; it is more like Chinese checkers. Played with 36 hand-blown marbles, the object is to eliminate all but one marble. Authentic Models beautifully crafted this game using solid ebony and brightly colored glass marbles. It looks magnificent and challenges the mind at the same time. A perfect gift under $100 that is wonderful for all ages! Click here to view other magnificent gifts from Authentic Models available at Sallie home.

Price: $95

Purchase Marble Solitaire at Sallie home

Monday, November 23, 2009

The Leaves Have Fallen: Anna Weatherley Autumn Impression Amber Leaf Cocktail Plate

The leaves have fallen and you'll want to rake up the Anna Weatherley's Amber Leaf Cocktail Dish. This beautiful Amber leaf captures the beauty of the fall season. This 4 inch dish will be a perfect accent for fall home decor; just place it on a side table. Or use it as dinnerware. Though not many people use cocktail dishes, this leaf is the perfect size for a side plate for bread, butter, what have you... It mixes well with other dinnerware from the Autumn Impressions collection or with the rich hues of the Antique Forest Leaves. Click here to view more Anna Weatherley Fine China available at Sallie home.

Price: $156

Purchase the Anna Weatherley Amber Leaf Cocktail Plate at Sallie home

Tuesday, November 17, 2009

Bloom in the Winter with Mustardseed and Moonshine Floral Tableware

Winter doesn't need to be devoid of flowers and bright colors! Flowers should be brighten up your home anytime of the year and Mustardseed and Moonshine earthenware will last all year around, even through that cold winter. For your holiday get togethers coming up, the Waterlily Platter in green is the perfect accessory to showcase your appetizers or buffet items. With greens and reds, this platter will brighten up an otherwise monotone winter. More importantly, this beautiful botanical serving piece is delicate yet robust enough for the microwave, oven and dishwasher - meaning it's one less thing to worry about this holiday party! Click here to view other botanical inspired Mustardseed and Moonshine tableware available at Sallie home.

Price: $135

Wednesday, November 11, 2009

Lauren Candlesticks by Jan Barboglio Light Up the Room

Jan Barboglio is a fantastic designer whose inspiration comes from growing up in Mexico. Made of cast iron and glass, her items make a bold statement in a home. The Jan Barboglio Lauren Candlesticks are a beautiful way to display candles and light up a room. Top these heavy cast iron candle holders with a ball or pillar candle for a dramatic look on a mantel or tabletop. Unlike her other items, this item lacks the religious iconography, making it household must-have piece for anyone. Bring romance back into your room decor with the Lauren Candlestick. To see more Jan Barboglio tabletop and home decor available at Sallie home, click here.

Price: $180

Tuesday, November 10, 2009

Victoria and Richard's Concertina Choker Necklace is made for a Queen

Victoria and Richard's new additions to their jewelry line are absolutely fabulous and fun. The Concertina Necklace is one of our favorites at Sallie home. As the name "Concertina" says, this choker is accordion like with its pleats, reminiscent of a neck ruff a Queen would wear. Atop this ruffled base lies hand-carved pewter seals intertwined with mother-of-pearl medallions. It is whimsical, majestic, and the perfect gift for the queen in your life. If you like this necklace, click here to view the other magnificent jewelry from Victoria and Richard available at Sallie home.

Price: $174

Wednesday, November 4, 2009

Bring Fall to the Table: Cipolla Pewter Acorn Leaf Sauce Bowl

It's time for fall entertaining; Thanksgiving is on the way and we want your table to look fabulously autumn. For all those sauces and gravies use the Leaf and Nut Sauce bowl. This Cipolla Pewter piece is the perfect complement to autumns' backdrop of rich and warm colors. The base consists of beautiful, full leaves, accompanied by nuts created from molds made by actual nature specimens. Sitting atop this layer of leaves is a classic glass bowl that will showcase they delicious sauce you are serving. Finally, to serve, this bowl comes with a leaf formed into a small ladle with a feather handle, which makes it part of Cipolla's Pheasant and Feather collection. Pick up this pewter sauce bowl, or two, from Sallie home, today! To view more wonderful Cipolla Pewter home decor and entertaining pieces available at Sallie home, click here.

Price: $425

Tuesday, November 3, 2009

Sallie home is Reader's Choice for Best Linens


In the November/December Issue of At Home Magazine, readers picked Sallie home as the best place to buy linens; thank you, St. Louis! A voter said, "I love this store, everything is so beautiful! Not cheap, but well worth the investment." Sallie home only sells top quality linens for the bed, bath, and table - never cheap or poor quality items. Everything in our store is an investment as it is luxurious and will last a lifetime if cared for properly.

In bed linens we have the softest sheets! You can choice from top brands like SFERRA, Matouk, Scandia Home, Yves Delorme, Pine Cone Hill, Home Treasures, and Peacock Alley. In table linens we have the unique yet classic Le Jacquard Francais and Yves Delorme tablecloths, runners, napkins and placemats. And in bath linens we have the most absorbent Matouk, Yves Delorme and Peacock Alley towels. Stop by the store to see what St. Louis is talking about! Just to note, we carry more than linens. Check out Sallie home for gifts, home decor and entertaining ideas. Visit www.salliehome.com for a preview of what we have to offer.

Thursday, October 29, 2009

Keep the Shapes Simple but the Materials Luxurious with Juliska's Pewter Dinnerware


According to designer Benjamin Noriega-Ortiz, "keep the shapes simple but the materials luxurious." This is his tip for creating rooms worthy of silver screen, as seen in Met Home magazine. The Juliska Pewter Stoneware collection does what Noriega-Ortiz suggests. It's simple geometric shapes are simple; plates come in octagons and circles. The innovative metallic glaze over strong stoneware that can go freezer to oven, makes this collection luxurious. This is a winning combination and prefect for entertaining, just like on the silver screen. Try using the ramekin to make individual desserts. Click here to view more Juliska dinnerware and bakeware available at Sallie home.

Tuesday, October 27, 2009

Bring Energy to the Table With William Yeoward's Sophie Vase


A little color change change the mood of anyone. Brighten up your table and bring the energy with William Yeoward's colorful Sophie Vases. Each spherical vase is 9 or 11 inches and is available in Amber, Amethyst, Green, and Aqua. Each color is equally stunning with its trailing glass surrounding the bowl. It works wonders as a centerpiece during dinners or can be a dramatic home furnishing for everyday. Just fill with flowers or leave it be as the piece of art it is. This is the perfect gift idea for that someone who has everything. Click here to view other stunning William Yeoward crystal and china available at Sallie home.

Price 9": $275
Price 11": $350


Wednesday, October 14, 2009

Handsome Duck Makes For a Manly Anna Weatherley


In a New Introduction piece, Anna Weatherley digresses from her typical motif of flowers, butterflies, foliage, and ladybugs to a more handsome wildlife motif. In a new trinket box, Anna Weatherley features a handsome duck. Like all her fine china this hand-painted box is a detailed masterpiece. The bone white porcelain is painted exquisitely with a handsome brown Wood Duck (or what i think is to be a Wood Duck)on the lid and completed with gold edging on both the lid and bottom. It is simple, handsome, and a perfect desk accessory. This Rectangle box with Duck is a gift that any father or husband would love. Click here to view more Anna Weatherley fine china available at Sallie home.

Price: $398

Purchase Anna Weatherley Wood Duck Box For a Father's Day gift at Sallie home

Friday, October 9, 2009

Women in Design: Charlotte Moss winnner of Elle Decor's Vision Award

In the November Issue of Elle Decor, Charlotte Moss receives the Vision Award for Women in Design. They say Charlotte Moss is "attuned to principles of classic decorating and the needs of a modern household." This attribute is why Sallie home loves Charlotte Moss and definitely concur with this award! We've learned a lot through her book, "A Flair For Living" and her Agraria scents, "Virginia" and "Left Bank." From these, the top things you should remember when decorating are: atmosphere is essential to a room; the more you travel, the more you learn; make your guests feel comfortable. These are tips should be incorporated into your living, entertaining and decorating. Click here to view some wonderful Charlotte Moss products available at Sallie home.

Wednesday, October 7, 2009

Skip the Dry Cleaning by Using Sweater Stones by The Laundress


The time has come for overcoats, hats, sweaters, scarves and blankets. As i was pulling out my sweaters and blankets, I realized most of them were covered in unsightly pilling. Luckily, I have found the answer to combat this pilling. Rather than using an old razor which can cut off more than you wanted, I now use the Sweater Stone by The Laundress. This environmentally friendly tool is safe, convenient, and will save you money on dry cleaning! Just rub this stone on your sweaters, blankets, and upholstery to remove the pilling, it works like magic! Click here to view more environmentally friendly laundry products by The Laundress available at Sallie home.

Price: $19


Purchase The Laundress Sweater Stone at Sallie home

Friday, October 2, 2009

Raynaud Tableware China's Osier is Great for Everyday


The Osier Raynaud Porcelain Limoges Tableware China is a perfect fit for everyday use. The bright white goes with everything and really makes the food the center of attention, pleasing chefs and cooks around the globe. The basket weave rimming on the plates give this dinnerware line a quaint and homey feel that is perfect for breakfast, lunch and dinner. This pattern is versatile too, it is subtle enough that dressed with the right table accents this dinnerware can become upscale and fancy for a dinner party. The best part, this Raynaud Limoges Porcelain is strong, durable, and my favorite, it is dishwasher safe! Click here to view more Raynaud Limoges Porcelain Tableware China available at Sallie home.

Wednesday, September 30, 2009

Pictures Speak Louder Than Words: Frame Them With Elias Artmetal

It is always warm and inviting to have family and friends' pictures up around your house. These pictures become a piece of your home decor and they deserve as much thought and consideration as your table lamp. This is why you should frame them with the best and most attractive frames. Elias Artmetal frames are truly pieces of art work that will accentuate the beauty of any picture. These pewter frames are made with a small amount of pure silver, separating them from the rest.

The Royale Floral Frame from Elias is a beautiful pewter frame that showcases Elias Artmetal's meticulous detailing. Your picture will be surrounded by rope edging, flowers and fleur de lis. Frame a picture with Elias Artmetal and give it as a special gift to preserve and cherish a shared memory. Click here to view other Elias Artmetal Frames available at Sallie home.

Price: $100

Monday, September 28, 2009

The Party's in the Bowl When It's the Ellen Bowl by William Yeoward

By the look of it, the Ellen Bowl by William Yeoward is simple, plain but with a closer look you'll find out how amazing this bowl really is! The Ellen bowl is a robust bowl who's beauty is within its flowing shape, honest craftsmanship, and practical nature. I knew this decorative bowl showcased salads beautifully, but after seeing it in Gourmet Magazine, I now know it's perfect for showing off a flavorful and colorful punch. In this specific article and also shown in the adjacent picture, they have a bright orange summertime Gin punch, but this bowl works all year round. It will wonderfully display all the colorful holiday drinks to come. Try it with apple cider, mulled wine, or eggnog. Click here to view more William Yeoward Crystal available at Sallie home.

Price: $266

Friday, September 25, 2009

Keep It Chill with the Vagabond House Champagne Bucket with Lion Handles

To keep from running back to the refrigerator during dinner party, use a fashionable champagne or wine bucket placed predominately on the table. The Wood Lion Champagne Bucket by Vagabond House is not only practical, it is very handsome as well. The wood is smooth and refined as well as the pewter inside that keeps the champagne chilled. The lions are fashioned as handles for a regal and unique look. This bucket is wonderful whether you're hosting a dinner party or used while snuggling up in front of a fire enjoying a loved one's company over a glass of champagne. Click here to view more of the rustic inspired pieces of Vagabond House offered at Sallie home.

Price: $304

Thursday, September 24, 2009

Feel the Scandia Difference: Snuggle in the Soft Down of Scandia Down this Fall

It is officially fall! To celebrate, Scandia Down is helping you prepare for the cold weather by offering 20% on their down products for 3 days, starting today. Scandia Down strives to give you the best and softest bedding possible, that is why they only use premium white goose down and high-quality woven fabrics to create every comforter, pillow and featherbed. This brand has gone through some changes over the last year, but don't worry. The names might have changed, but Scandia Down still provides you with the highest of quality down - in fact, they bring you even higher quality now! Sink into a featherbed or snuggle up in a duvet. Get ready for a great night's sleep - every night! Click here to view Scandia Down available at Sallie home.

Wednesday, September 23, 2009

Stock up on Agraria's Bath Bars! It's the Perfect Hostess Gift


Never go to a party empty-handed again. Stock up on Agraria's fragrant bath bars and you'll always have them on hand to give as hostess gifts. Soaps are always in need, especially when it's as luxurious and fabulously packaged as Agraria's bath bars, making them a perfect gift. Each is delicately scented and triple-milled to ensure purity and long-lasting quality. You have eight different scents to choose from and each is beautifully presented in a custom designed gold foil accented print. It is sure to show your gratitude to your host. Click here to view more wonderful home fragrances by Agraria available at Sallie home.

Price: $20

Wednesday, September 16, 2009

Royalty WashTheir Hands Too With Anali Linen Guest Towels

Anali's linen guest towels are exquisitely made and fabulously designed. They are made for a queen, especially the Queen's Crown Linen Guest Towel by Anali. On this natural white linen canvas, a beautiful gold crown is intricately embroidered. Anali likes to consider these guest towels as thread painting because they are so detailed and distinguished. These guest towels brighten up a bathroom or powder room instantly and the Queen's Crown linen guest towel is the perfect choice to accent your royal commode! To view more Anali guest towels available at Sallie home, click here.

Price: $34

Monday, September 14, 2009

Flight of Fantasy for a Perfect Anna Weatherley Tableset

Is there anything more emblematic in Anna Weatherley's fine china collection than the butterfly? In my opinion, no. That is why it is very fitting for Anna Weatherley to have designed this collection of decorative figural butterflies called Flight of Fantasy. They can be used anywhere for a touch of color and whimsy - they look exquisite on a dinner table, on a bookshelf, or even on a bathroom counter. With a wingspan of 2.5 inches, these are also precious gifts for an Anna Weatherley collector or butterfly admirer. To view more Anna Weatherley butterflies available at Sallie home, click here.

Price: $78

Wednesday, September 9, 2009

Jubilate with Jungle Jubilee Mugs by Lynn Chase

Let the fun begin with Lynn Chase's Jungle Jubilee Mugs. These hand painted mugs are an ode to wildlife; butterflies, birds, giraffes, and jaguars adorn each mug. There even is a little lady bug crawling on the inside, like many other Jungle Jubilee pieces. These mugs are charming to all ages; kids will love the raised, textured quality of the animals and adults will appreciate the beauty of the hand-painted animals. As a bonus for animal lovers, a portion of all Lynn Chase proceeds are generously donated to the Lynn Chase Wildlife Foundation. To view more Lynn Chase animal-inspired dinnerware and giftware available at Sallie home, click here.

Price for a Set of 4: $56

Thursday, August 27, 2009

Subtly Scent Your Room With Santa Maria Novella's Terra-Cotta Pomegranate


Candles are dangerous, potpourri is too messy, air diffusers are not always the best looking, so what's left to make your room constantly smell amazing? And the answer is the Santa Maria Novella's Terra-Cotta Pomegranate. This whimsical object d'art is fired half way, then dipped into a pomegranate oil and finally fired completely to seal in the fragrance. This Terra-cotta pomegranate will keep your room looking chic and constantly scented for months. Click here to view other amazing scents by Santa Maria Novella available at Sallie home.

Price: $60

Wednesday, August 19, 2009

Find the Romance in Wine with Romanza Stemware by Abigails Tabletop

It makes a difference which glass you drink wine out of - whether it's actual chemistry or just in your head. With Abigails' Romanza Stemware Collection it's hard to deny the romance of the wine. Each glass cup is blown with a twisted body and a roomy bowl. The cup then sits atop a delicate slender stem.

My favorite is the Romanza Balloon Wine which make the perfect red wine glass; it gives the wine ample room to swirl around while the swirls in the glass embellish the beauty of the wine. What makes this stemware collection even more attractive is the generous pricing for the ample size and quality of each glass. To check out other Abigails Tabletop Stemware available at Sallie home, click here.

Price: $17

Friday, August 14, 2009

Traditional Home Entertains With William Yeoward China, Stemware, and Cachepots!

To celebrate 20 years in publication, Traditional Home threw an ever so fancy party! To create the correct ambiance of this party, they created a upscale table set using William Yeoward. Each table was set with Avington Porcelain Chargers, Gosford dinner and salad plates, and Flavia Stemware with an Knowle magenta cachepot as the centerpiece. To commemorate the occasion, William Yeoward Vesta flutes were used for the toast. By using a William Yeoward table set, this party looked absolutely amazing. To create this same table, find William Yeoward crystal and china on salliehome.com.

Thursday, August 13, 2009

TokyoMilk Perfume is Pretty on the Outside and In

No detail or accent is spared when it comes to TokyoMilk. TokyoMilk, the manufacturer or bath and body products, creates items that are both beautiful on the outside and in. Their cute little 1 oz perfumes - which have been featured in publications such as O magazine, Lucky, and Country Living - smell wonderful and are complete with vintage packaging. Each bottle is back with a vintage illustration, like a skull and cross bone (Dead Sexy), a Bird in Cage (Song in D minor), or Dresses (Paper and Cotton). My favorite scent happens to be Gin and Rosewater. The bottle is backed with a full bloom rose and fills your nose with rosewood, citrus zest, mimosa, and mandarin. It is a perfect summer scent. TokyoMilk items make wonderful gifts for any occasion - birthday, bridal, thank-you - anyone is sure to love it's charm! Click here to view all TokyoMilk soaps, lip balms and perfumes available at Sallie home.


Price of Parfum: $32


Thursday, August 6, 2009

Surprisingly Soft Sheets: Duet II Sheeting by Peacock Alley

They say you spend one-third of your life in bed, so you might as well sleep in luxury. Peacock Alley Duet II Sheeting is a proven favorite because of the ultra soft finish. Crisp and clean, this sheet is perfection with its tone on tone subtle damask stripes. So versatile, it can coordinate with a variety of Matelasses, including Peacock Alley's Gatsby, Alyssa, and Montauk. The durable Egyptian cotton will let you enjoy this luxurious feel for a lifetime. Experience the soft touch of Peacock Alley. Click here to view the available softest Peacock Alley bed linens available at Sallie home.

Price: $34-$189

Wednesday, July 22, 2009

Juliska Stemware Creates Beautiful Cocktails

Juliska stemware is uniquely created by hand blowing and crafting glass. Delicate detailing and unique shape is what separates this line from the many stemware collections available for sale. The Juliska Fiorella Large Goblet is a fluted round glass with bead trimming that can make any drink look refreshingly delicious. In the Weddings by Ritz Carlton magazine they feature this glass with the following drink:
Monkey Trouble
Ingredients
2 1/2 oz whisky
3/4 oz apricot brandy
2 oz fresh peach puree
1/2 oz fresh lemon juice
crushed ice
1 oz creme de mur (blackberry liqueur)
Directions:
Shake whisky, apricot brandy, peach puree, and lemon juice in a cocktail shaker. Strain into a Juliska Fiorella Large Goblet, fill with ice and the float the creme de mur on top by pouring it very slowly, either directly into the glass or over the back of a spoon. Garnish with lemon and blackberry

Click here to view the rest of the Juliska collection available at Sallie home. To order this particular glass, please call 1-800-257-9167 Mon-Sat, 10am-5pm CST.

Monday, July 20, 2009

Pacifica Varga Crystal Comes Straight Out of the Pacific Ocean

Varga Crystal creates a glassware collection that is perfect for drinking by the ocean or for bringing the ocean into your home. The Pacifica collection by Varga Crystal is as beautiful and charming as the ocean, featuring different animals one may find in the Pacific Ocean. Etched into the crystal you can find Seahorses, Shells, Starfish, Octopuses, and Medusas. Choose one animal or mix and match the whole collection like it was meant to be - each water glass, champagne flute, wine glass, highball glass, and double old fashion glass comes complete with every animal mentioned. The pieces of this collection are limited, so hurry. Click here to view this amazing Pacifica stemware collection as well as all Varga Crystal available at Sallie home.

Wednesday, July 1, 2009

Pacific Merchant's Malibu Round Placemats are a Summer Essential

Outdoor dining is a part of the summer, after months of being cooped up all winter one wants to spend as much time as they can in the sun. Whether eating by the pool or outside on your porch, Pacific Merchants Malibu Placemats create a colorful backdrop for your dining experience. Easily cleaned (just wipe down with damp towel or sponge) and durable they can be used for every outdoor experience. The Malibu placemats look and feel like natural fabric but are actually made of a polypropylene, adding to its resilience. Use these placemats all year round - inside and out! Click here to view all Pacific Merchants placemats available at Sallie home.

Price: $8