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Nice and New: Life Is Beautiful Deck Chair

CasaSugar — Fri, 15 May 2009 08:00:00 -0700

Whether you live in San Francisco, Brooklyn, or points in between, you can pretend you've hopped the pond to summer in Britain with the Life Is Beautiful Deckchair ($151). Just fold up this beauty, tuck it under your arm, and head to the nearest park for some sunning. With a frame made from sustainable merpauh wood that's been treated with teak oil, this fab chair will hold up against an unforeseen thunderstorm, while the canvas, a polyester and cotton mix, will tell everyone how you really feel about life.

Found It! Chace Crawford's Lawn Chair

CasaSugar — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 06:15:26 -0700

In full Summer vacation mode, Gossip guy Chace Crawford recently did some light reading, drank a fountain soda, and lounged in a sophisticated striped chair in a London park. If you happen to live in L-town and want to do some lounging of your own, a little investigative Flickr-ing suggests that you can do the same in Hyde Park. If you live on the other side of the pond, no worries, I've gone and found those purdy chairs for you. To hear where, read more.

QuelObjet.com sells the Deck Chair ($140) in 13 color combinations of stripes, made from 100-percent cotton in the southwest of France; Basic French sells the Les Toiles du Soleil Chair ($135) in multicolor, green, or orange stripes; and the Company Store sells the Vintage Style Sling Chair ($95) in five color options. The construction of all three is the same. So, choose your favorite color, whip up some fish and chips, and enjoy your Summer in true Brit fashion.
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Before and After: A Little Paint Transforms These Lawn Chairs

CasaSugar — Thu, 08 May 2008 07:45:39 -0700

Su Casa member NdChristine sanded, primed, and painted her three 1950s-era lawn chairs. Here's what she started out with:

To see the chairs after she worked her magic, read more.

Nice work! I love the tomato-red shade that NdChristine chose - it looks amazing against the green grass. I covet this type of lawn chair, and am impressed with the simple transformation a little paint (and elbow grease) made to them. Have you made any small changes? Share them in my Su Casa group!

Roundup: Summery Seating

CasaSugar — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 07:00:21 -0700

When I think of Summer furnishings, I think of bright, poppy colors with light footprints. I don't want anything that's too heavy on the eye, or too weighty to move easily! That's why I love these Graham and Green Striped Deck Chairs (about $80). Fold them up and take them to the beach, or park them in the backyard for a day of lounging. Whether you're looking for lawn-level seating or something casual and bright to add Summer style to your porch or deck, I've got you covered. To see my other picks, read more.

Link Time!

CasaSugar — Thu, 16 Jul 2009 13:00:19 -0700

Would you lounge on one of these "lawn" chairs? - Re-Nest
See what's blooming mid-July in Menlo Park. - Sunset
Going on a road trip? Don't forget your car craft caddy! - Craft
I love the creative way this stepladder's being used for decoration and storage. - AT:Chicago
Find some budget-friendly items at CB2. - Simply Stated
I'm loving this minimalist letterpress. - Shelterrific

Trend Alert: Feminine, Elegant Chairs

CasaSugar — Fri, 05 Jun 2009 06:15:15 -0700

In the current issue of Vanity Fair, writer Bob Colacello interviews Nancy Reagan on everything from her late husband to stem cell research in his article "Nancy Reagan's Solo Role." While the article is full of fascinating information about the former first lady, my eyes were immediately drawn to this photo on the website. The green expanse of lawn, framed by the diminutive Reagan perched upon an elegant, feminine chair, seemed to be the perfect portrait of the quiet, composed woman. Nancy Reagan's interest in high-end fashion was one of her defining qualities during her time in the White House, and the fashionable look of this portrait's elegant chair is definitely an ongoing trend in home décor.
I decided to track down some other chairs that matched the femininity and elegance of Reagan's chair. To see my favorites, read more.

Photo courtesy of Vanity Fair

Summer Style: Sam's Wine Country Shack

CasaSugar — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 08:00:06 -0700

While I wanted to love Bottle Shock, the film about California's vineyards featuring the blind Paris wine tasting of 1976, I had mixed feelings about the movie. However, I had nothing but love for the decidedly rustic digs that Sam (Rachel Taylor) inhabited on the Chateau Montelena vineyard.

While I can't imagine anyone actually living this exposed to the elements (at the very least some mosquito netting would've helped), I do love the overall effect of the building.

For some of my favorite decorating ideas from Sam's wine country shack, read more.

I loved the use of antique furniture in Sam's digs, especially the rocking chair and the iron bed frame. The al fresco wine tasting, shown below, also inspired me to eat out of doors on every sunny evening this Summer. The lack of rugs or busy textiles emphasizes the austere, uncomplicated look of this old, dilapidated building, putting the emphasis on the outdoors. In your own home, cut back on heavy Winter rugs and blankets, and take a cue from Sam by covering your bed with a white or light-colored blanket or duvet cover.

Try also moving some indoor furniture out of doors for an impromptu dinner or gathering. There's something absolutely magical about seeing a table normally reserved for the dining room out on a lawn or a porch.
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Coveted Crib: Black and White and Modern All Over

CasaSugar — Wed, 06 May 2009 15:00:03 -0700

I love too many colors and styles to ever go only black, white, and modern, but I applaud he who has the restraint (and the balls) to do it. I spotted this large Georgian house in Tetbury, a small town in - believe it or not - the Cotswolds, and was blown away. Short of a dab of yellow paint in some artwork and its plush green lawn, the house is all black, white, and gray, and each room is essentially either entirely black or white. This makes matching oh so easy! Is that a cop-out? Beyond that, low-slung, stream-lined furnishings rule, and some modern classics like cowhide rugs and Arne Jacobsen Egg Chairs and glitzy elements like crystal chandeliers and tufted furniture are spattered throughout. It's a very powerful space that's not necessarily what I would personally create for my own home, but I'd kill to stay over a few nights. See more photos and chime in when you read more.

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Steal of the Day: Painted Adirondack Chairs

CasaSugar — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 06:15:20 -0700

I love Adirondack chairs for their distinctive and comfortable shape, and I love them even more when they're found at a ridiculously reasonable price. This Painted Adirondack Chair ($99, regularly $169) from Smith and Hawken is a fabulous steal, though plenty of other folks have realized that as well: while the chair was available in sage, white, and red, only the red color is still available. Crafted from durable, weather-resistant acacia and rubberwood, the chairs also feature galvanized hardware and are painted with a matte acrylic. These would be perfect on a porch, deck, or lawn, and would definitely enhance any outdoor entertaining you do.

Would You Stick This Fellow in Your Garden?

CasaSugar — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 14:00:23 -0700

GiggleSugar recently posted this zombie lawn sculpture, which she claims would make your garden absolutely perfect. She writes, "Just imagine the following little bucolic scene. You wake up, make some tea with honey, sit down in your lawn chair and stare at this thing's face while you enjoy your plants and flowers. Sounds like a perfect Saturday morning!"

Maybe this is GiggleSugar's idea of a great garden addition, but would it improve your view?

Marais Stool 18 - $180.00	Vitra tom vac chair - $375.00
Moroso supernatural chair - $217.00	Driade - extra chair, set of 2 by xavier lust for driade - $354.00
Staach - Cain Chair Set of 2 - $380.00	Kartell ero\|s\| fixed base - $485.00
Knoll bertoia side chair with seat cushion - $578.00	Real Good Chair - $129.00
Soleil Lounge Chair in White - $329.00	Moroso - nest outdoor chair by tord boontje for moroso of Italy - $699.00
HOM Escape In Style Alkira Accessory Chair - $1,900.00	philippe starck Heritage Rocking Armchair - $715.00
Trio Metal Stools - $99.00	Red Tribeca Deck Chair - $129.99
Tam Tam Stool - Red - $375.00	Kartell lizz chair - $285.00

Remy Chair, Amarantha - $1,298.00	Vitra slow chair - $3,155.00
Cole Chair in Valor Jade - $749.00	Haute House - $1,739.00
Vintage Chippendale Chair - $1,395.00	"Olivia" Chair - $1,699.90
Vintage Wingback Chair - $995.00	Antwerp Chair, Asian Patchwork - $1,998.00
Pink Hairhide Chair - $1,349.00	Suede Chair - $999.00