The problem with rugs is that they seem to fall solidly into two camps: either you go with the tried and true oriental rug or you opt for something more contemporary. Oriental rugs can feel a little staid, safe and boring while contemporary rugs seem to date faster than a carton of milk. So where do you turn if you want something that feels modern and contemporary but with a little history behind it?
We suggest the Beni Ouarain rug.
Beni Ouarain rugs have been all over the place in the interior design world in recent years. Most likely, its because the simple black and white design can work in almost any interior, no matter how traditional or how mod. These carpets are woven by a nomadic Moroccan tribe (known as Beni Ouarain) which has been producing them for hundreds of years. The classic Beni Ouarain has a network of diamonds made up of relatively fine black lines.
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JAMESTOWN, N.Y. — Case goods manufacturer Crawford Furniture has shut down its plant here, according to a report in local newspaper The Post-Journal.
The report said the closure took place Dec. 31 and resulted in the layoff of 84 workers.
According to its website, the 128-year-old company, which had filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in August, produced solid wood furniture of black cherry, maple, ash and oak at the plant.
Crawford also had five retail locations in the Jamestown area, but announced in October that it was closing those stores to focus on the manufacturing side of its business. At the time of the store closings, the company said it continued to sell to about 200 furniture retailers in the U.S.
Attempts to contact Crawford Furniture officials were unsuccessful and a voice mailbox at the company’s Jamestown headquarters was full. <
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Hello, brand new year! After a great holiday season, I am fresh, recharged and ready to get back into work-mode. Fresh ideas brewing for exciting projects on the horizonBring it on 2012!!
How was your NYE? Wish you a FABULOUS year ahead. xo
The fourth step is to set the doors panels upside down on your floor. I can recommend the web and also the nearest specialist. And as well how small people earn in each and every country. Simply because of the high price of the bathroom you truly are required not to rush at this moment. You should then realize if it is a fair price. Another storage possibility for a bathroom remodel is bathroom cabinets. Bathroom cabinets come in numerous configurations and styles.
The EcoFlush toilet also helps the environment by conserving water, a precious and non-renewable resource. So prior to you head to your local house improvement store or browse through on-line DIY shops, you will find important bathroom cabinets specifics that you need to take note of and included in your plan.
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Holiday gift giving doesn’t have to mean giant trash bags full of discarded wrapping paper. Here are a few eco-friendly gift wrapping ideas to help make your holidays less wasteful. The best thing about these wrappings is that they’re not only earth friendly, but can be reused year after year.
1. Fused Gift Bags Use this tutorial to make beautiful reusable gift bags out of old plastic bags.
2. Cloth Bags Perfect for little trinkets, these simple drawstring bags can be made from scraps of fabric.
3. Fabric Gift Wrap Fabric wraps with ribbon ties provide just as much anticipation as regularly wrapped gifts, but with no paper waste.
4. Gift Containers These small coffee tins and cheese boxes covered with fabric not only look beautiful, they make gift wrapping a snap.
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