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Casa Shops: Adelante and Curb Service

CasaSugar — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 09:00:33 -0700

Whenever I visit friends in Austin, I try to drop by Adelante, a hip, laid-back women's clothing and lifestyle boutique. The shop, which has been in Austin since 1992, and called San Antonio home before that, is a family-owned boutique that offers everything from shoes, dresses, and jewelry to home accessories and vintage, refurbished furniture.

The owner, Tricia Roberts, has a great eye for fashionable, affordable finds, and I always find some must-have item when I stop by.

Now, Adelante has started Curb Service, a mobile shopping adventure that's fit into a retrofitted 1976 Airstream. Available for rent for private parties, showers, or other special events, this adorable trailer was once Tricia's husband's hunting getaway. To see how it's been transformed, read more.

The Airstream has certainly undergone a major transformation. It now features Palm Springs mod decor with fabric by Trina Turk, vintage accessories and furniture, and sea grass carpeting. For a private party, the Airstream is decked out in fashion, accessories, vintage cowboy boots, home accessories, and fashion finds, all for the partygoer's shopping pleasure.

Check out Adelante's blog for more information about the store. Next time you're in Austin, make sure to stop in and say hi!

See more photos of the Curb Service Airstream, the shop, and some of its great home finds in the gallery.

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Etsy Finds: Hit the Road, Jack

CasaSugar — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 12:00:24 -0700

The Airstream has been around since the early '30s, when Wally Byam began building trailers in his backyard. Since that time, various models have come and gone, but the classic shape has influenced countless artists, crafters, and wanderlust-struck citizens in general. I'm a huge fan of the classic Airstream shape, so I thought I'd see what I could find from artists and crafters who were also inspired by the Airstream.

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Steal of the Day: Original Airstream Artwork

CasaSugar — Tue, 02 Oct 2007 08:30:56 -0700

Do you think that $49,066 is better spent on say, your mortgage, than a Design Within Reach Airstream? But do you still covet the fluid lines of the classic touring trailer? Then scratch your Airstream itch with today's Steal of the Day.

I love the space-agey gold background in this original painting, and the simple, pretty rendering of the Airstream, which was painted by Austin, Texas, artist Stephanie Nance. There are several original Airstream paintings for sale on Stephanie's Etsy store, and more on her website, all starting as low as $45. So head over there and grab one before they sell out!

Crave Worthy: Design Within Reach Airstream Trailer

CasaSugar — Tue, 02 Oct 2007 07:34:05 -0700

Although I don't suspect most of you are hunting for an Airstream trailer, I had to share this Design Within Reach model ($49,066) because there's no other way to describe it than Crave Worthy.

In 2000, architect-designer Chris Deam gutted a vintage trailer to create a booth for the International Contemporary Furniture Fair, and DWR contacted Deam about creating a special edition trailer for their customers. The result is a 100% outfitted vehicle, with a light and airy interior made of the most durable materials. DWR equipped the galley with top-notch amenities like an Elkay faucet, recessed halogen lights, eco-friendly flooring, glossy overhead lockers, custom aluminum window treatments, and a Sony sound system. It is also dressed with modern DWR décor accents like a Nelson ball clock ($300), Heller dinnerware ($60), a Tom Dixon Wire Coatrack ($300), and Tripolina chairs ($400).

Even the most steadfast indoorswoman can appreciate the beauty of this updated icon. It could be a perfect hideaway from a busy life, stationary or on the road—if you can afford it.

Dad Pad: Trailer Getaway

CasaSugar — Thu, 15 Nov 2007 14:00:20 -0800

Men love their getaways. My fiancé dreams about his future man cave, my grandfather had his carpentry shop, and my brother has his cabin in the woods. And then there's my father, who spends much of his free time in an aluminum midcentury trailer in the middle of the forest. The trailer - which he's named Old Roy - is a classic Airstream knockoff, and he's done a great job of renovating it in smart ways. He's retiled the floor with stone tiles and built retractable sleeping and sitting areas with sustainably harvested wood. However, he's also stubbornly clung to the idea that taxidermied fish and Hudson Bay blankets can complete the look of this place. He's definitely outfitted the trailer to reflect his needs; there are fly rods that hang from the ceiling and a designated space to store extra linens in case he has visitors. While I love the sentiment behind some of the quirky touches - the felted bee lights reflect his beekeeping hobby - there's just not a lot of continuity going on here.

To see what I mean, just read more

This place has a tremendous amount of potential, but it needs a little shaping (which I think is the case for most man pads). And I'd love to hear any of your ideas on how to shape it to maintain both its utilitarian function while giving it some decorating continuity. Take a look at these pictures and tell me what you think of my dad's getaway pad. (And Dad, for your information, I still think Old Roy is fabulous.)

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Casa Capsule: The Week That Was

CasaSugar — Sat, 06 Oct 2007 10:32:36 -0700

This week's Casa Craving Challenge asks you to design a cozy autumn porch that can accommodate guests and activities on chilly fall days and evenings.
We have another contest for you! This time you can win some gorgeous ferm LIVING wallpaper.
Did you know that you can power your house with the power of the ocean? Portugal is doing it.
Check out this Steal of the Day. If you buy a print, you'll also benefit shelter animals.
Have you tried our new game? Bet you don't know which one is more expensive!
If you're starting your art collection, start with Tim Groen!
Got spare time this weekend? Do yourself some fabric wall appliqués.
Get away from your busy life in a DWR designed Airstream trailer.
This week you hated this Dressing Up Mirror.