embroidery

I’ve been to plenty of antique shops over the years – and have come across enough of those hand crocheted doilies to know that they were once really chic.  While in many ways they may represent grandmotherly charm more than style, lately designers have been incorporating the vintage look into their work in an entirely fresh way.

Above, Pure Designs has reinvigorated embroidery to embody a whole new, completely contemporary look.  Here on the Hazel Setee set against a deep blue fabric it has that wonderful vintage meets post modern feel.  Below, RazorTooth has a wide array of lacy laser-cut cascading panels that can be used as room dividers, curtains, or anywhere you need a bit of a screen.

Below Arktura has created the feel of lace or even perhaps macrame with their Hive Bench (which is also a coffee table).   Set against bright orange it sets quite an edgy mood.  Bottom is the Dahlia Chair from Lumisource which features ornate laser etched foliage – shown here in green.

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