Showing posts with label Kitchen. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Kitchen. Show all posts

9.13.2009

FIT

Today I discovered an amazing new store called FIT. My sister had told me that a cute Japanese dollar store had opened up, but I didn't really know what I was getting into until I went for the first time today. I think of it as a candy store for adults (even though there are plenty of things for the kiddos too). It also reminds me of The Container Store with its huge array of cute storage options and bento boxes. It's touted as a Japanese home products store, and they are not kidding. You will probably find almost anything and everything you use at home (shampoo, plates, crafts, storage, washing supplies, ...you name it). Best of all, nothing is over $5. You heard me. The prices range from $2-$5 based on a colored dot system, and if it doesn't have a dot, then it's 2 buckaroos.

It was difficult pulling myself away from the store, but I did grab several things that, of course, I didn't really need.


I've always wanted a clear umbrella! This one has a single pink panel and a pink plastic handle.


A cute Scandinavian-patterned oven mitt! So much better than what I've been using- kitchen towels.


Cute panda stationery. How can you say "no" to a panda that dreams of riding a camel some day?


I've been needing a pencil bag to hold all my highlighters for school.


I am getting super prepared for Halloween. Now I have a 5 different costume choices! I'll make Bryan wear one too!


Don't you just love this new set of bowls? The mid-century pattern is perfect!

Finally, for every 10 items you purchase, you get a spin at the bingo ball cage. If one of the lucky numbers fall out, you get 1 or several free gifts that you pick from a wall of stuff. I won 1 free gift and chose this nifty secret pen.

Can't wait to write ultra secret notes with this!

The employees also greet you and say goodbye to you in Japanese as you enter and leave the store. It's like having a little bit of Japan hidden in the middle of Chinatown.

8.26.2009

Wishlist Wednesdays: CB2 Roundup

A smattering of my current faves at CB2.

8.05.2009

Obsession of the Month: P-P-P-Pyrex!

Many people may think of Pyrex as clear heavy duty ovenware, but if you look to the past (all the way to the 1900's!) or even in your local thrift store, you'll find the same sturdy cookware but in an array of colors and designs.



Pyrex collage by ljcfyi

Old Pyrex has easily become a collectible item for its retro design and practicality. If you're not collecting yet, then it's about time!

Photo from Bloesem

7.31.2009

LaGardo Tackett for Schmid

These are absolutely darling...



I'm envying Thrift Bonanza who has been collecting them one by one. Her persistence and stealthy Ebay skills are applaudable. Now I want my own collection!

7.15.2009

Wishlist Wednesdays: Small Kitchen Appliances

I love mixing modern & vintage, so when it comes to small kitchen appliances, I've decided to go the route of modern with a retro feel. So far, we have our chrome beehive blender, a gift from our wedding registry. I'm looking to switch out my cheap toaster and my 10-year old Mr. Coffee from my college days. Sometimes it's hard for me to justify replacing items in perfectly good working order, but I can't help but think how nice these would look in our kitchen. Hmm...

Red toaster oven by Kitchenaid


Red 14-cup Programmable Coffeemaker by Kitchenaid


BEFORE: (ugh)

AFTER: ding! ding!

7.12.2009

(Mod)ern Ovens

Um, wow. With my restored vintage stove and this simple yet bold oven, I'll have my dream kitchen planned out in no time!


Photo from Design Milk : Ovens available at Blue Star Cooking

7.08.2009

Wishlist Wednesdays: Stoves

Dear Santa,

Please send me a restored O' Keefe & Merritt gas stove for Christmas.

Photo from Antique Gas Stoves


I am not picky. A Wedgewood stove will also work.

Photo from Antique Gas Stoves

P.S.- Some lovely Catherine Holm enamel cookware would make great stocking stuffers.

Photo from Petty Vices

Photo from Mid Century Modern Enthusiast

Photo from Susie Songbird's Flickerstream
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