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Roundup: 10 Design-Forward Wall Clocks

CasaSugar — Sun, 08 Mar 2009 09:31:39 -0700

Did you remember to turn your clocks ahead last night? If your old timepiece isn't doing your home's look any favors, try one of these stylish wall clocks to update your Spring look.

Do You Have a Wall Clock in Your Kitchen?

CasaSugar — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 16:00:56 -0800

With so many digital devices in our kitchens these days, the traditional wall clock has fallen by the wayside. Do you still have one?Source

Love It or Hate It? Sami Hayek Wall Clock

CasaSugar — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 07:00:12 -0700

This Sami Hayek Wall Clock (on sale for $19) features a wood base and rectangular strips of colors in place of numbers. I find it fresh in a retro sort of way. What about you?

Less or More Game: Ball Wall Clocks

CasaSugar — Sun, 07 Oct 2007 08:33:32 -0700

Welcome to the second edition of my "Less or More" game. Look at each of the ball wall clocks below and guess which one is more expensive.

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Found It! Trompe-l'œil Grandfather Clock

CasaSugar — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 08:00:50 -0800

I spotted this photo in the portfolio of photographer Joanna Henderson and I'm absolutely in love with it. Not only is the light beautiful, but the space couldn't be any more understatedly elegant. The trompe-l'œil grandfather clock is simply great for that white wall, and it pairs perfectly with those bentwood chairs. The little floor lantern gives this antiquey corner a bit of Eastern flair, and the horse print is so sweetly styled. But back to the clock - it looks familiar, doesn't it? Wondering where you can buy it?

Roundup: Orange Accents

CasaSugar — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 05:30:00 -0800

I thought I'd continue the talk of warm colors with one color that's very trendy these days: orange. I see orange paired often with deep grays in spare, contemporary spaces. But it looks equally smart in traditional rooms, paired with turquoise or navy. A room painted in orange, or even a chair upholstered in orange, probably wouldn't be my thing. But I do like orange used in accents, especially if the color is continued throughout the room. So I thought I'd round a few up. From clocks and candles to wall hooks and letter trays, orange comes in all shapes, forms, and functions.

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Link Time!

CasaSugar — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 13:00:00 -0700

I love these window pane photographs. - I Suwanee
Check out a clock that tells time in words. - SwissMiss
The V&A will release a great new series of books on pattern for designers. - Style Court
Make your closet beautiful. - Oh Joy!
Give your walls some smart stripes with a crepe paper treatment. - ReadyMade
Light fixtures with exposed bulbs: a new trend? - AT:NY

Would You Rather . . . Two Tiger Clocks

CasaSugar — Mon, 09 Mar 2009 07:00:41 -0700

If you were forced to add a tiger clock to your casa, which one would you choose? The Ed Hardy Crouching Tiger Wall Clock ($29.99, on left), or this Suleyman Tiger Clock ($3,600)? And no picking "Other" or "None of the Above"! You must choose one.

Roundup: Homeland Security

CasaSugar — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 05:30:34 -0700

While I'm definitely a peace-loving gal, I can't deny the influence that war and weaponry have had on home decor as of late. From gun vases to bullet planters, it seems as if product designers have a different definition of homeland security than our national leaders. While this may be a commentary on our society's obsession with weapons, I'm still not necessarily willing to stock my home with guns - be they real or made of ceramic.

Still, some of the designs are too provocative to ignore. Take the Diamantini & Domeniconi Cuckoo Bunker Wall Clock ($720). Instead of a woodland scene, this cuckoo (actually, it looks more like a dove to me, which only adds to the appeal) is hunkered down in a bunker. Assembled from 111 small green bricks, the cuckoo/dove sits in the middle of this bunker, and wears a helmet to protect itself from the battle at hand.

For additional items that will boost your homeland security, read more.

Nice and New: Klaus Rosburg Cuckoo Clock

CasaSugar — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 07:45:28 -0700

I'm not quite sure if I'm sick of the cuckoo clock trend or not, but I must admit I like the Klaus Rosburg Cuckoo Clock ($95). While there's been a proliferation of die-cut mirrors, something about the mirrored silhouette shape of a cuckoo clock against this exposed brick wall caught my eye. The ornate, three-dimensional design of traditional cuckoo clocks gives them a lively, kitschy feel, but seeing one in silhouette form made me appreciate them in a whole new way. This clock may not have a (sometimes obnoxious) bird popping out of its façade on the hour, but its interesting curves and
shapes are enough to make me chirp. What do you think? Are you a fan?