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Most Popular Decorative Home Hardware of the Week (11/13/10-11/19/10)

Saturday, November 20th, 2010

Hello everybody, this next week is Thanksgiving and people everywhere are getting ready for the Holidays. The busy holiday season is upon us with parties, decorating, getting the house ready for guests and maybe even a bit of time to enjoy the season. If you’re looking for that extra something special this Winter try our Christmas / Winter themed switch plates.

15% Off All Fired Up Ceramic Switch Plates & House Numbers In November

Fleur de Lis Ceramic House NumberAt Habitatter.com we are having a 15% off special on All Fired Up, our most popular artist, this November. All Fired Up creates amazingly unique switch plates, outlet covers and house numbers. Founded in 1984 in Milton, Ontario, Canada  over the years they have designed hundreds of different switch plates, and sold hundreds of thousands. All of their designs are All Fired Up! Originals, designed by Lynne Carson, and many of them are available in multiple configurations.

More Savings for the Holidays!

In addition we are having sales on many of our popular artists:

40% Off Brass Accents clearance Switch Plates

20% Off Omnia Solid Brass clearance switch plates

50% Off all Baldwin Questech switch plates

20% off all Charleston Hardware solid brass Arts & Crafts switch plates

30% Off Fellowship Foundry pewter Fantasy themed switch plates

10% off Plate pals thermometer switch plates

35% off Mercury Mosaics funky ceramic switch plates

30% off Mirage Wood spalted alder switch plates

30% off Nanette Orijinals pewter switch plates and ceiling fan pulls

30% off Shadow Charms copper & stainless steel fan pull chains

30% off Crosby & Taylor pewter switch plates

Our top ten list this week is full of a great variety of switch plates, primarily in Fall and Autumn colors.

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Ten most popular decorative hardware items for the weeks of 11/13/10-11/19/10

Sheet Metal - Rust Switch Plate

Sheet Metal - Rust Switch Plate

Sheet Metal – Rust Switch Plate & Outlet Covers – 50% Off Clearance

Solid sheet metal switch plate with a rustic rust finish. Perfect for a rustic themed room or a cabin out in the woods.

(Five Configurations Available)

Raphael - Angel 1 Switch Plate

Raphael - Angel 1 Switch Plate

Raphael – Angel 1 Switch Plate & Outlet Covers

This switch plate features artwork from the Italian High Renaissance Painter Raphael.  Each switchplate is made by hand in rural West Virginia, using art prints and durable steel plates made in the USA.  The included screws are hand painted to match the background.

(Three Configurations Available)

French Country Ceramic Switch Plate

French Country Ceramic Switch Plate

French Country Ceramic Switch Plate & Outlet Covers – 15% Off this November

This switch plate features the classic French country design and is always welcome in kitchens and dining rooms.  Ceramic switchplates designed and made in Ontario. Due to the nature of the decorating technique and of the glazes, colors may vary slightly.

(Eight Configurations Available)

Omnia Traditional - Polished Brass Switch Plate

Omnia Traditional - Polished Brass Switch Plate

Omnia Traditional – Polished Brass Switch Plate & Outlet Cover – 20% Off Clearance

Crafted in Italy to exacting standards and made of solid brass with a polished brass finish.  These switch plates focus on the distinctive touches that clarify and reinforce fine architecture and design.  The perfect finishing touch for any room of distinction, with a clean traditional look.

(Six Configurations Available)

Raphael - Angel 2 Switch Plate

Raphael - Angel 2 Switch Plate

Raphael – Angel 2 Switch Plate & Outlet Cover

This switch plate features artwork from the Italian High Renaissance Painter Raphael.  Each switchplate is made by hand in rural West Virginia, using art prints and durable steel plates made in the USA.  The included screws are hand painted to match the background.

(Four Configurations Available)

Baroque Switch Plate - Copper

Baroque Switch Plate - Copper

Baroque Switch Plate & Outlet Cover- Copper

This is Flopping Fish’s most popular pattern, baroque exhibits a lyrical floral design reminiscent of an old world tapestry. It’s perfect for those who want to make an elegant statement at every switch plate. Whether your home’s décor is modern or old world, the versatile Signature Collection embraces every style. These copper beauties are handcrafted in the United States to recreate the effects of time and the elements. The result is a beautifully weathered patina that Mother Nature would be proud to call her own. Mounting hardware included, black electrical switches not included.

(Eighteen Configurations Available)

Red Apple Switch Plate

Red Apple Switch Plate

Red Apple Switch Plate & Outlet Cover – Resin

This switch plate has tasty red apples that you look so real you’ll want to taste them. Wonderfully detailed switch plate featuring ripe red apples still on the tree, perfect for the kitchen or dining room. Made of resin and hand painted, includes screws. Item #TG136. Shipped directly from the artist.

(Four Configurations Available)

Venetian - Antique Gold Switch Plate

Venetian – Antique Gold Switch Plate & Outlet Cover – Sold Brass – 40% Off Clearance

Solid brass switch plate with a classic, elegant look.  Make every lightswitch and outlet look like a piece of classic Venetian artwork.

(Five Configurations Available)

Floral Tile Ceramic Switch Plate - Red

Floral Tile Ceramic Switch Plate - Red

Floral Tile – Red Ceramic Switch Plate & Outlet Cover – 15% Off this November

This switch plate features an off-white center surrounded by blocks and floral patters primarily in the red range. Ceramic switchplates designed and made in Ontario. Due to the nature of the decorating technique and of the glazes, colors may vary slightly.

(Eight Configurations Available)

Klimt Inspired Ceramic Switch Plate

Klimt Inspired Ceramic Switch Plate

Klimt Inspired Ceramic Switch Plate & Outlet Cover – 15% Off this November

This switchplate features an abstract design inspired by the artist Gustav Klimt. Ceramic switchplates designed and made in Ontario. Due to the nature of the decorating technique and of the glazes, colors may vary slightly.

(Seven Configurations Available)

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Most Popular Decorative Home Hardware of the Week (11/6/10-11/12/10)

Saturday, November 13th, 2010

Snowman Outside House Switch PlateHello everybody, November is now upon us but given the great weather this week you’d never know it. The busy holiday season is starting up with parties, decorating, getting the house ready for guests and maybe even a bit of time to enjoy the season. If you’re looking for that extra something special this Winter try our Christmas / Winter themed switch plates.

15% Off All Fired Up Ceramic Switch Plates & House Numbers In November

Garden Herbs Ceramic Switch PlateAt Habitatter.com we are having a 15% off special on All Fired Up, our most popular artist, this November. All Fired Up creates amazingly unique switch plates, outlet covers and house numbers. Founded in 1984 in Milton, Ontario, Canada  over the years they have designed hundreds of different switch plates, and sold hundreds of thousands. All of their designs are All Fired Up! Originals, designed by Lynne Carson, and many of them are available in multiple configurations.

More Savings for the Holidays!

In addition we are having sales on many of our popular artists:

40% Off Brass Accents clearance Switch Plates

20% Off Omnia Solid Brass clearance switch plates

50% Off all Baldwin Questech switch plates

20% off all Charleston Hardware solid brass Arts & Crafts switch plates

30% Off Fellowship Foundry pewter Fantasy themed switch plates

10% off Plate pals thermometer switch plates

35% off Mercury Mosaics funky ceramic switch plates

30% off Mirage Wood spalted alder switch plates

30% off Nanette Orijinals pewter switch plates and ceiling fan pulls

30% off Shadow Charms copper & stainless steel fan pull chains

30% off Crosby & Taylor pewter switch plates

Our top ten list this week is full of a great variety of switch plates including some great Flopping Fish Switch Plates & Outlet Covers and wrought iron house letters.

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Ten most popular decorative hardware items for the weeks of 11/6/10-11/12/10

Wrought Iron 6" House Letter

Wrought Iron 6" House Letter

Wrought Iron 6″ House Letter

6″ solid wrought iron house letter finished with a baked-on flat black colored powder coat. Hand crafted in Central New York.

(A-Z Available)

Spalted Alder Wood Switch Plate

Spalted Alder Wood Switch Plate

Spalted Alder Wood Switch Plate – 30% Off Clearance

The exposed growth rings and spalting pattern on these switch plates offer a unique, earthy look. This not only intrigues the eye, but accentuates the warmth of a natural home.

The alder wood used for these switch plates is enhanced using a process called “spalting” to bring out the beauty of the hardwood — allowing the wood to reveal both its spalting pattern and a cross-section of the tree’s growth rings.

The resulting products exhibit a rich mixture of red and brown earth tones, blended with streaks of a lighter honey color — giving each unique piece a warm and weathered character.

Made by hand on Vancouver Island in British Columbia, Canada

(Nine Configurations Available)

Diamond Plate Aluminum - Silver Switch Plate

Diamond Plate Aluminum - Silver Switch Plate

Diamond Plate Aluminum – Silver Switch Plate

Blazin’ cool switch plate and outlet covers are perfect for a garage, shop, specialty room, or car trailer. Car and motorcycle enthusiasts even put them in their homes and businesses.

These specialty covers are made from solid polished diamond tread aluminum and are the larger, standard size. The edges are rolled and the screw holes are counter sunk.

All switch covers come complete with stainless steel screws. Made by hand in Marion, IN.

(Fifteen Configurations Available)

Heart Wrought Iron Switch Plate

Heart Wrought Iron Switch Plate

Heart Wrought Iron Switch Plate

The warm feeling of solid wrought iron finished with a baked-on flat black colored powder coat. This switch plate has the silhouette of a heart across the top. Hand crafted in Central New York.

(Thirty-Six Configurations Available)

Fiddlehead Switch Plate - Copper

Fiddlehead Switch Plate - Copper

Fiddlehead Switch Plate – Copper

A very unique and engaging design, Fiddlehead features flowing, organic images reminiscent of violin scrolls. Whether your home’s décor is modern or old world, the versatile Signature Collection switch plate embraces every style. These etched copper beauties are handcrafted to recreate the effects of time and the elements. The result is a beautifully weathered patina that Mother Nature would be proud to call her own. Mounting hardware included, black electrical switches not included.

(Eighteen Configurations Available)

Italian Scroll - Antique Gold Switch Plate

Italian Scroll - Antique Gold Switch Plate

Italian Scroll – Antique Gold Switch Plate – Solid Brass – 40% Off Clearance

Solid brass switch plate with a classic, elegant look.  Make every lightswitch and outlet look like a piece of classic Italian artwork.

(Four Configurations Available)

Blue Blossoms Ceramic Switch Plate SKU: 112-326-2T

Blue Blossoms Ceramic Switch Plate

Blue Blossoms Ceramic Switch Plate – 15% Off This November

This switch plate features blue blossoms that are flourishing on opposite corners of the plate. Ceramic switchplates designed and made in Ontario. Due to the nature of the decorating technique and of the glazes, colors may vary slightly.

(Seven Configurations Available)

Spirals Switch Plate - Loft - Copper

Spirals Switch Plate - Loft - Copper

Spirals Switch Plate – Loft – Copper

The spirals switch plate offers a whimsical and charming design. Featuring etched recycled galvanized steel, these works of art were crafted in the United States. As a special feature each switch plate has a slightly different section of the pattern. Picture concrete floors, stainless steel fixtures, exposed brick and duct work. The Loft Collection offers an elegant yet industrial look for urban spaces and people. We meticulously etch and clear coat each switch plate by hand to ensure optimal quality. Mounting hardware included, electrical switches not included.

(Seven Configurations Available)

Mosaic Leaves Ceramic Switch Plate

Mosaic Leaves Ceramic Switch Plate

Mosaic Leaves Ceramic Switch Plate – 15% Off This November

This switch plate features leaves swirling across a textured neutral background.  Ceramic switchplates designed and made by a small family-owned studio in Ontario. Due to the nature of the decorating technique and of the glazes, colors may vary slightly.

(Eight Configurations Available)

Blue Chinoiserie Ceramic Switch Plate

Blue Chinoiserie Ceramic Switch Plate

Blue Chinoiserie Ceramic Switch Plate – 15% Off This November

This switch plate features a white center surrounded by a blue Chinoiserie pattern. Chinoiserie refers to a recurring theme in European artistic styles since the seventeenth century, which reflect Chinese Artistic influences. Ceramic switchplates designed and made in Ontario. Due to the nature of the decorating technique and of the glazes, colors may vary slightly.

(Eight Configurations Available)

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Most Popular Decorative Home Hardware of the Week (10/30/10-11/5/10)

Saturday, November 6th, 2010

Holiday Poinsettia Switch PlateHello everybody, November is now upon us and snow has started to fall. The busy holiday season is starting up with parties, decorating, getting the house ready for guests and maybe even a bit of time to enjoy the season. If you’re looking for that extra something special this Winter try our Christmas / Winter themed switch plates.

15% Off All Fired Up Ceramic Switch Plates & House Numbers In November

Celtic Knotwork Ceramic Switch PlateAt Habitatter.com we are having a 15% off special on All Fired Up, our most popular artist, this November. All Fired Up creates amazingly unique switch plates, outlet covers and house numbers. Founded in 1984 in Milton, Ontario, Canada  over the years they have designed hundreds of different switch plates, and sold hundreds of thousands. All of their designs are All Fired Up! Originals, designed by Lynne Carson, and many of them are available in multiple configurations.

More Savings for the Holidays!

In addition we are having sales on many of our popular artists:

40% Off Brass Accents clearance Switch Plates

20% Off Omnia Solid Brass clearance switch plates

50% Off all Baldwin Questech switch plates

20% off all Charleston Hardware solid brass Arts & Crafts switch plates

30% Off Fellowship Foundry pewter Fantasy themed switch plates

10% off Plate pals thermometer switch plates

35% off Mercury Mosaics funky ceramic switch plates

30% off Mirage Wood spalted alder switch plates

30% off Nanette Orijinals pewter switch plates and ceiling fan pulls

30% off Shadow Charms copper & stainless steel fan pull chains

30% off Crosby & Taylor pewter switch plates

Our top ten list this week is full of a great variety of switch plates, some solid brass house numbers and for the first time a wall light sconce cover.

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Ten most popular decorative hardware items for the weeks of 10/30/10-11/5/10

Italian Scroll - Antique Gold Switch Plate

Italian Scroll - Antique Gold Switch Plate

Italian Scroll – Antique Gold Switch Plate – Solid Brass 40% Off

Solid brass switch plate with a classic, elegant look.  Make every lightswitch and outlet look like a piece of classic Italian artwork.

(Four Configurations Available)

Brass Accents I07-N5530-622 Traditional 6" Raised House Number - Weathered Black

Brass Accents I07-N5530-622 Traditional 6" Raised House Number - Weathered Black

Brass Accents I07-N5530-622 Traditional 6″ Raised House Number – Weathered Black

Hand forged solid brass, plated in Cleveland, Ohio with a weathered black finish. This black powder coat finish has been carefully created to mimic the rustic look of many rustic iron products, while providing superior durability. This finish will give years of dependable service in areas like bathrooms where genuine iron would be completely unsuitable.

These traditional, raised house numbers are nice, solid and heavy, offering many years of long lasting beauty that conveys your own unique style.  6″ in height.

(0-9 Available)

Jacobean Flowers Ceramic Switch Plate

Jacobean Flowers Ceramic Switch Plate

Jacobean Flowers Ceramic Switch Plate

This switch plate features Jacobean style flowers and an neutral background.  Ceramic switchplates designed and made in Ontario. Due to the nature of the decorating technique and of the glazes, colors may vary slightly.

(Eight Configurations Available)

Metallic Leaves Ceramic Switch Plate

Metallic Leaves Ceramic Switch Plate

Metallic Leaves Ceramic Switch Plate

This switch plate features vines running along the dark and classy metallic background. Ceramic switchplates designed and made by a small family-owned studio in Ontario. Due to the nature of the decorating technique and of the glazes, colors may vary slightly.

(Eight Configurations Available)

Fall Ferns Switch Plate

Fall Ferns Switch Plate

Fall Ferns Switch Plate – Decoupage

Autumn themed switch plate featuring a painting of fern leaves changing their fall colors.  Each switchplate is made by hand in rural West Virginia, using art prints and durable steel plates made in the USA.  The included screws are hand painted to match the background.

(Seventeen Configurations Available)

Sheet Metal - Rust Switch Plate

Sheet Metal - Rust Switch Plate

Sheet Metal – Rust Switch Plate – 50% Off Clearance

Solid sheet metal switch plate with a rustic rust finish. Perfect for a rustic themed room or a cabin out in the woods.

(Five Configurations Available)

Peacock Ceramic Switch Plate

Peacock Ceramic Switch Plate

Peacock Ceramic Switch Plate

This switch plate features the bright and colorful plumage of a peacock. Ceramic switchplates designed and made by a small family-owned studio in Ontario. Due to the nature of the decorating technique and of the glazes, colors may vary slightly.

(Two Configurations Available)

Merlot Grapes Switch Plate

Merlot Grapes Switch Plate

Merlot Grapes Switch Plate – Decoupage

Switch plate featuring a big bunch of Merlot grapes on a classic background.  Perfect for the oenophile or the casual drinker, display your love of the fruit of the vine.  Each switch plate is made by hand in rural West Virginia, using art prints and durable steel plates made in the USA.  The included screws are hand painted to match the background.

(Six Configurations Available)

Spalted Alder Wood Switch Plate

Spalted Alder Wood Switch Plate

Spalted Alder Wood Switch Plate

The exposed growth rings and spalting pattern on these switch plates offer a unique, earthy look. This not only intrigues the eye, but accentuates the warmth of a natural home.

The alder wood used for these switch plates is enhanced using a process called “spalting” to bring out the beauty of the hardwood — allowing the wood to reveal both its spalting pattern and a cross-section of the tree’s growth rings.

The resulting products exhibit a rich mixture of red and brown earth tones, blended with streaks of a lighter honey color — giving each unique piece a warm and weathered character.

Made by hand on Vancouver Island in British Columbia, Canada

(Ten Configurations Available)

Pineapple Wall Sconce Light Cover

Pineapple Wall Sconce Light Cover

Pineapple Wall Sconce Light Cover

Welcome your friends and family into your home with this pineapple silhouette wall sconce light cover. Cut from steel with a waterjet, bent to give dimensions, finished with a unique airbrush technique and clear coated with UV protective polyurethane. All sconce wall covers come with a plexiglass insert and are available in 16 distinctive finishes. Suitable for indoor or outdoor use and ships directly from the artist.

(Sixteen Finishes Available)

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Most Popular Decorative Home Hardware of the Week (10/23/10-10/29/10)

Saturday, October 30th, 2010

Hello everybody, October is just about over and Halloween is almost upon us. The busy holiday season is starting up with parties, decorating, getting the house ready for guests and maybe even a bit of time to enjoy the season. If you’re looking for that extra something special this Winter try our Christmas / Winter themed switch plates

20% Off Everything All October

At Habitatter.com we are having the last two days of our huge 20% off inventory reduction sale. Just use the coupon code “TwentyOctober” during checkout to receive 20% off your full order through the end of October. In addition we are having sales on many of our popular artists:

20% Off Omnia Solid Brass clearance switch plates

50% Off all Baldwin Questech switch plates

20% off all Charleston Hardware solid brass Arts & Crafts switch plates

30% Off Fellowship Foundry pewter Fantasy themed switch plates

10% off Plate pals thermometer switch plates

35% off Mercury Mosaics funky ceramic switch plates

30% off Mirage wood spalted alder switch plates

30% off Nanette Orijinals pewter switch plates and ceiling fan pulls

30% off Shadow Charms copper & stainless steel fan pull chains

30% off Crosby & Taylor pewter switch plates

Our top ten list this week is full of a great variety of switch plates, some wrought iron house letters and one of our popular decorative door stoppers.

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Ten most popular decorative hardware items for the weeks of 10/23/10-10/29/10

Diamond Plate Aluminum - Chrome Switch Plate

Diamond Plate Aluminum - Chrome Switch Plate

Diamond Plate Aluminum – Chrome Switch Plate

These switch plate and outlet covers are made from solid diamond plate aluminum, not stamped, with the back routed to accommodate the wall box. Nice, smooth and professional looking, perfect for a garage, shop, specialty room or any other place a car fanatic would like them.

Made from 3/16″ thick aluminum plate in Dayton, OH then chrome plated. Come with matching stainless steel screws.

(Twenty Configurations Available)

Omnia 8004/S-US3 Beaded - Polished Brass Switch Plate

Omnia 8004/S-US3 Beaded - Polished Brass Switch Plate

Omnia 8004/S-US3 Beaded – Polished Brass Switch Plate – 20% Off

Crafted in Italy to exacting standards and made with solid brass with a polished brass finish.  These switchplates focus on the distinctive touches that clarify and reinforce fine architecture and design.  The perfect finishing touch for any room of distinction, classy and refined.

(Six Configurations Available)

Plain Wrought Iron Outlet Cover

Plain Wrought Iron Outlet Cover

Plain Wrought Iron Outlet Cover

The warm feeling of solid wrought iron finished with a baked-on flat black colored powder coat. This unadorned switch plate is perfect for any space or as a way to help accent any of our wrought iron silhouette switch plates. Hand crafted in Central New York.

(Thirty-Six Configurations Available)

Wrought Iron 6" House Letter

Wrought Iron 6" House Letter

Wrought Iron 6″ House Letter

6″ solid wrought iron house letter finished with a baked-on flat black colored powder coat. Hand crafted in Central New York.

(Twenty-Six Letters Available)

Floral Tile Ceramic Switch Plate - Green

Floral Tile Ceramic Switch Plate - Green

Floral Tile Ceramic Switch Plate – Green

This switch plate features a white center surrounded by blocks and floral patters primarily in the green range. Ceramic switchplates designed and made in Ontario. Due to the nature of the decorating technique and of the glazes, colors may vary slightly.

(Eight Configurations Available)

Corks Switch Plate

Corks Switch Plate

Corks Switch Plate – Decoupage

These wine lover switch plates featuring wine bottle corks from an array of brands including: Los Vascos, Durius and Franciscan.

Featuring original artwork, these individually handcrafted items are mounted on standard switchplates, then sealed to prevent scratching or water damage.  Each one is packaged in a see-through gift bag.  Made in Southern California.

(Seven Configurations Available)

Fall Ferns Switch Plate

Fall Ferns Switch Plate

Fall Ferns Switch Plate – Decoupage

Autumn themed switch plate featuring a painting of fern leaves changing their fall colors.  Each switchplate is made by hand in rural West Virginia, using art prints and durable steel plates made in the USA.  The included screws are hand painted to match the background.

(Seventeen Configurations Available)

Grape Purple Switch Plate

Grape Purple Switch Plate

Grape Purple Switch Plate – Resin

Tasty purple grapes are always at your finger tips with this grape bunch switch plate. Wonderfully detailed switch plate featuring a bunch of purple grapes and leaves, perfect for the kitchen or wine room. Made of resin and hand painted, includes screws. Item #LS111PU. Shipped directly from the artist.

(Four Configurations Available)

Mosaic Border Ceramic Switch Plate

Mosaic Border Ceramic Switch Plate

Mosaic Border Ceramic Switch Plate

This switch plate features a wide mosaic border around a white central core. Ceramic switchplates designed and made by a small family-owned studio in Ontario. Due to the nature of the decorating technique and of the glazes, colors may vary slightly.

(Eight Configurations Available)

Mouse Doorstop

Mouse Doorstop

Mouse Doorstop – Brass & Wood

Get a little help from a little mouse when stopping your door. This brass & wood door stop features a solid brass mouse on a hollow wood wedge. This piece provides a nice classic touch to any room in your home. Overall Size: 4″ x 7″ x 1 1/2″

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Most Popular Decorative Home Hardware of the Week (10/9/10-10/15/10)

Saturday, October 16th, 2010

Hello everybody October is in full swing with thoughts of Halloween decorations, corn mazes, haunted houses and apple cider. I’m doing my first, and probably only, corn maze of the year later today.We’re heading to Tom’s Maze which is near Dayton and covers about eight acres.

20% Off Everything All October

At Habitatter.com we are continuing our huge 20% off inventory reduction sale. Just use the coupon code “TwentyOctober” during checkout to receive 20% off your full order through the end of October. In addition we are having sales on many of our popular artists:

50% Off all Baldwin Questech switch plates

20% off all Charleston Hardware solid brass Arts & Crafts switch plates

30% Off Fellowship Foundry pewter Fantasy themed switch plates

10% off Plate pals thermometer switch plates

35% off Mercury Mosaics funky ceramic switch plates

30% off Mirage wood spalted alder switch plates

30% off Nanette Orijinals pewter switch plates and ceiling fan pulls

30% off Shadow Charms copper & stainless steel fan pull chains

30% off Crosby & Taylor pewter switch plates

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Ten most popular decorative hardware items for the weeks of 10/9/10-10/15/10

Contemporary Style - Polished Brass Outlet Cover - Solid Brass

Contemporary Style - Polished Brass Outlet Cover - Solid Brass

Contemporary Style – Polished Brass Switch Plate – Solid Brass – Clearance

Solid cast brass, plated in Cleveland, Ohio with a Polished Brass finish. Enjoy the warmth and beautify of polished brass.  Brought to a high sheen by hand and coated with a high-gloss baked lacquer to protect the sheen. These switchplates are nice, solid and heavy, offering many years of long lasting beauty.

(Seven Configuration Available)

Perspective Ceramic Switch Plate

Perspective Ceramic Switch Plate

Perspective Ceramic Switch Plate

This switch plate features a classic perspective design done in neutral colors. Ceramic switchplates designed and made by a small family-owned studio in Ontario. Due to the nature of the decorating technique and of the glazes, colors may vary slightly.

(Eight Configuration Available)

Lighthouse Wrought Iron Switch Plate

Lighthouse Wrought Iron Switch Plate

Lighthouse Wrought Iron Switch Plate

The warm feeling of solid wrought iron finished with a baked-on rust colored powder coat. This switch plate has the majestic silhouette of a lighthouse across the top. Hand crafted in Central New York.

(Thirty-Six Configuration Available)

Metallic Leaves Ceramic Switch Plate

Metallic Leaves Ceramic Switch Plate

Metallic Leaves Ceramic Switch Plate

This switch plate features vines running along the dark and classy metallic background. Ceramic switchplates designed and made by a small family-owned studio in Ontario. Due to the nature of the decorating technique and of the glazes, colors may vary slightly.

(Eight Configuration Available)

Pesto Ceramic Switch Plate

Pesto Ceramic Switch Plate

Pesto Ceramic Switch Plate

Designed and fired in Minneapolis, MN. No two switch plates are ever quite the same. Quiet and classy with understated elegance glazed in a unique pesto color that is just perfect for the kitchen.

(Nine Configuration Available)

Fleur De Lis Outlet Cover

Fleur De Lis Outlet Cover

Fleur De Lis Outlet Cover – Solid Brass

Solid brass switch plates, sculpted with an elegant Fleur De Lis at the top and scrollwork on the bottom corners. A treat for the fingertips as well as the eyes.

(Three Configuration Available)

Encaustic Tile Ceramic Switch Plate

Encaustic Tile Ceramic Switch Plate

Encaustic Tile Ceramic Switch Plate

This switch plate features a green center surrounded by a cross shaped pattern and designs bring to mind an encaustic style. Ceramic switchplates designed and made in Ontario. Due to the nature of the decorating technique and of the glazes, colors may vary slightly.

(Eight Configuration Available)

Italian Scroll - Antique Gold Switch Plate

Italian Scroll - Antique Gold Switch Plate

Italian Scroll – Antique Gold Switch Plate – Solid Brass – 25% Off Clearance

Solid brass switch plate with a classic, elegant look.  Make every lightswitch and outlet look like a piece of classic Italian artwork.

(Four Configuration Available)

Rooster Wrought Iron Switch Plate

Rooster Wrought Iron Switch Plate

Rooster Wrought Iron Switch Plate

The warm feeling of solid wrought iron finished with a baked-on flat black colored powder coat. This switch plate has the graceful silhouette of a rooster strolling across the top. Hand crafted in Central New York.

(Thirty-Six Configuration Available)

Jacobean Flowers Ceramic Switch Plate

Jacobean Flowers Ceramic Switch Plate

Jacobean Flowers Ceramic Switch Plate

This switch plate features Jacobean style flowers and an neutral background.  Ceramic switchplates designed and made in Ontario. Due to the nature of the decorating technique and of the glazes, colors may vary slightly.

(Eight Configuration Available)

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Most Popular Decorative Home Hardware of the Week (10/2/10-10/8/10)

Saturday, October 9th, 2010

Hello everybody October is in full swing with thoughts of Halloween decorations, corn mazes, haunted houses and apple cider. At Habitatter.com we are having a huge 20% off inventory reduction sale. Just use the coupon code “TwentyOctober” during checkout to receive 20% off your full order through the end of October. In addition we are having sales on many of our popular artists:

50% Off all Baldwin Questech switch plates

20% off all Charleston Hardware solid brass Arts & Crafts switch plates

30% Off Fellowship Foundry pewter Fantasy themed switch plates

10% off Plate pals thermometer switch plates

35% off Mercury Mosaics funky ceramic switch plates

30% off Mirage wood spalted alder switch plartes

30% off Nanette Orijinals pewter switch plates and ceiling fan pulls

30% off Shadow Charms copper & stainless steel fan pull chains

30% off Crosby & Taylor pewter switch plates

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Ten most popular decorative hardware items for the weeks of 10/2/10-10/8/10

Rooster Wrought Iron Switch Plate

Rooster Wrought Iron Switch Plate

Rooster Wrought Iron Switch Plate

The warm feeling of solid wrought iron finished with a baked-on flat black colored powder coat. This switch plate has the graceful silhouette of a rooster strolling across the top. Hand crafted in Central New York.

(Thirty-Six Configurations Available)

Solid Brass Contemporary Curved Pull - 3" CC

Solid Brass Contemporary Curved Pull - 3" CC

Solid Brass Contemporary Curved Pull – 3″ CC

These contemporary cabinet pulls are made of hand forged solid brass and plated in Cleveland, Ohio with a polished brass finish. Enjoy the warmth and beautify of polished brass.  Brought to a high sheen by hand and coated with a high-gloss baked lacquer to protect the sheen.

Nice, solid and heavy, these cabinet (drawer) pulls will offer many years of long lasting beauty that convey your own unique style.  Their classic styling will go well with any modern decorating scheme and have an installation spacing of 3″ center to center.

(Ten Finishes Available)

Diamond Plate Aluminum - Silver Switch Plate

Diamond Plate Aluminum - Silver Switch Plate

Diamond Plate Aluminum – Silver Switch Plate

Blazin’ cool switch plate and outlet covers are perfect for a garage, shop, specialty room, or car trailer. Car and motorcycle enthusiasts even put them in their homes and businesses.

These specialty covers are made from solid polished diamond tread aluminum and are the larger, standard size. The edges are rolled and the screw holes are counter sunk.

All switch covers come complete with stainless steel screws. Made by hand in Marion, IN.

(Fifteen Configurations Available)

Spalted Alder Wood Switch Plate

Spalted Alder Wood Switch Plate

Spalted Alder Wood Switch Plate – 30% Off Clearance

The exposed growth rings and spalting pattern on these switch plates offer a unique, earthy look. This not only intrigues the eye, but accentuates the warmth of a natural home.

The alder wood used for these switch plates is enhanced using a process called “spalting” to bring out the beauty of the hardwood — allowing the wood to reveal both its spalting pattern and a cross-section of the tree’s growth rings.

The resulting products exhibit a rich mixture of red and brown earth tones, blended with streaks of a lighter honey color — giving each unique piece a warm and weathered character.

Made by hand on Vancouver Island in British Columbia, Canada

(Eleven Configurations Available)

Fern Leaves - Green Switch Plate

Fern Leaves - Green Switch Plate

Fern Leaves – Green Switch Plate – Polymer Clay

Switch plates individually made by hand in a one-woman studio in Asheville, North Carolina.

Bring a little bit of nature into your home! Real leaves are used to texture polymer clay, which is then applied to a standard plastic switch plate. After curing, the polymer clay is antiqued with permanent green acrylic paint to highlight the detail in the texture. These will fit any standard construction; mounting screws are included and painted to match.

(Twenty Configurations Available)

Omnia 8012/S-US3 Modern - Polished Brass Switch Plate

Omnia 8012/S-US3 Modern - Polished Brass Switch Plate

Omnia 8012/S-US3 Modern – Polished Brass Switch Plate

Crafted in Italy to exacting standards and made with solid brass with a polished brass finish.  These switch plates focus on the distinctive touches that clarify and reinforce fine architecture and design.  The perfect finishing touch for any room of distinction, with a clean modern look.

(Six Configurations Available)

CoverPlug Paintable Outlet Cover

CoverPlug Paintable Outlet Cover

CoverPlug Paintable Outlet Cover – Clearance!

Paint It – Use the same paint used on the surrounding walls for an exact match. The coverPlug is made of a material that is paintable.
Press It Into Place – The posts on the back of the coverPlug align with the ground openings of a double outlet. No tools are necessary; just press it firmly into place. Remove the coverPlug if the outlet is needed and repaint/re-use as your decor changes.
Outlets Disappear – The entire outlet is covered and, when painted, the coverPlug will blend perfectly with the surrounding wall. Removable by an adult, but secure enough that a child will not be able to pull it out. By creating seamless walls, the coverPlug provides a visual and physical barrier to the outlet.

Cubic Switch Plate - White

Cubic Switch Plate - White

Cubic Switch Plate – White – 25% Off Clearance

Add a little fun to your house with these switch plate covers. They play tricks with your eyes and make your switch plate look like it has depth. Perfect for any post-modern or minimalist decor.

Designed in NYC and made of ABS plastic, 3mm thick.

(Also available in black)

Omnia 9408/76-SB Pin End Cabinet Pull 3" CC

Omnia 9408/76-SB Pin End Cabinet Pull 3" CC

Omnia 9408/76-SB Pin End Cabinet Pull 3″ CC

This solid brass cabinet pull with pin end was crafted in Italy and features a shaded bronze finish.  Its elegantly restrained style will add to the unique beauty of any room.

Center to Center: 3″
Overall Length: 4-7/8″
Projection: 1-1/32″

(Four Finishes Available)

Pine Cone Wrought Iron Switch Plate

Pine Cone Wrought Iron Switch Plate

Pine Cone Wrought Iron Switch Plate

The warm feeling of solid wrought iron finished with a baked-on flat black colored powder coat. This switch plate has the silhouette of a pine cone across the top. Hand crafted in Central New York.

(Thirty-Six Configurations Available)

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Saturday, October 2nd, 2010

Hello, can you believe it is already October? I already see homes with Halloween decorations up and people getting started on their Christmas shopping. If you’re thinking of getting ready for the holidays please take a look at our holiday switch plates & outlet covers. This includes our great Halloween switch plates, Day of the Dead or Día de los Muertos switch plates, Thanksgiving / Autumn switch plates and Christmas / Winter switch plates. We also have a new selection of Holiday signs for your home or business.


This week our featured website is for Candy & Candy of London. Candy & Candy design is an upscale firm which designs residential, aviation, marine and commercial properties.  Their designs are crisp, clean and modern with the best items money can buy. Definitely not for the frugal or modest, but regardless their designs are breathtaking and can serve to let you know what is possible. Overall their website is crisp and clean just like their designs and filled with a plethora of excellent photography. My only complaint is the over reliance of flash which at times is a bit slow to load.   (Know of a website we should feature on this blog? Send the URL along with your name to: Suggestions @ Habitatter.com)

Mirrored Glass Switch Pltes 10% OffThroughout October we are featuring all CR Laurence switch plates & accessories at 10% Off. If you are looking for switch plates & outlet covers for your bathroom or exercise room, then these mirrored glass switch plates are the perfect solution. Also available are special solid brass mirrored switch plates in three finishes for a sleek, classy look. CR Laurence is America’s largest supplier of glass products to builders and designers. Their fine selection of mirrored glass switch plates will enhance the look of any room in your home or office, especially bathrooms and exercise rooms. Also included are some acrylic selections to help you install any mirrored glass switch plate or outlet cover.

Our top ten list this time features a nice variety of switch plates along with some drawer pulls and house numbers. See what all made the top ten this week by looking below.

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Ten most popular decorative hardware items for the weeks of 9/25/10-10/1/10

Venetian - Antique Gold Switch Plate

Venetian - Antique Gold Switch Plate

Venetian – Antique Gold Switch Plate – Solid Brass 20% Off

Solid brass switch plate with a classic, elegant look.  Make every lightswitch and outlet look like a piece of classic Venetian artwork. Discontinued, get them while you still can.

(Five Configurations Available)

Monet - Irises Switch Plate

Monet - Irises Switch Plate

Monet – Irises Switch Plate – Decoupage

Licensed artwork featuring Claude Monet’s lovely painting Iris Mauves.  The Impressionist master, known most of all for the beauty of his paintings of flowers, here shows a close-in view of some of the purple irises in his garden at Giverny.

This decoupage switch plate includes most of the image from the painting and is mounted on a standard switch plate.  It is then sealed to prevent scratching or water damage and packaged in a transparent gift bag.  Made in Southern California.

(Seven Configurations Available)

Celtic Knotwork Cross Switch Plate

Celtic Knotwork Cross Switch Plate

Celtic Knotwork Cross Switch Plate – Decoupage

An amazingly intricate cross created out of a Celtic knotwork pattern. This design is sure to be noticed on any wall in your home. Each switch plate is made by hand in rural West Virginia, using art prints and durable steel plates made in the USA.  The included screws are hand painted to match the background.

(Ten Configurations Available)

Pineapple Switch Plate

Pineapple Switch Plate

Pineapple Switch Plate – Solid Brass – 40% Off

Solid brass switch plates, sculpted with nature-inspired designs. Featuring a pineapple (the symbol of hospitality), scrollwork on the bottom and an elegant arched top, this switchplate will make any guest feel welcome in your home.  A treat for the fingertips as well as the eyes.

Note: This style is no longer available.  The quantity listed above is all that we have or can acquire, get them while you still have a chance!

(Two Configurations Available)

Black Ceramic Switch Plate

Black Ceramic Switch Plate

Black Ceramic Switch Plate

Designed and fired in Minneapolis, MN. No two switch plates are ever quite the same. Quiet and classy with understated elegance, a solid sheet of black. Black co-ordinates with everything and these switch plates are the perfect accessory for any room.

(Nine Configurations Available)

Solid Brass Bamboo II Cabinet Pull - 3" CC

Solid Brass Bamboo II Cabinet Pull - 3" CC

Solid Brass Bamboo II Cabinet Pull – 3″ CC

These unique bamboo styled cabinet pulls are made of hand forged solid brass and plated in Cleveland, Ohio with a polished brass finish. Enjoy the warmth and beautify of polished brass.  Brought to a high sheen by hand and coated with a high-gloss baked lacquer to protect the sheen.

Nice, solid and heavy, these cabinet (drawer) pulls will offer many years of long lasting beauty that convey your own unique style.  Their south pacific styling will go well with any casual decorating scheme and have an installation spacing of 3″ center to center.

(Ten Finishes Available)

Art Glass Ceramic Switch Plate

Art Glass Ceramic Switch Plate

Art Glass Ceramic Switch Plate

This switchplate features a grid of blocks in various colors that bring to mind an work of art glass.  Ceramic switchplates designed and made in Ontario. Due to the nature of the decorating technique and of the glazes, colors may vary slightly.

(Eight Configurations Available)

Chat Noir Switch Plate

Chat Noir Switch Plate

Chat Noir Switch Plate – Decoupage

This  switch plate features the work of Swiss artist Theophile Alexandre Steinlen (1859 – 1923).  The poster announces the re-opening of the Chat Noir Cabaret by Rodolphe Salis in 1896. Each switch plate decoupaged by hand in Washington state.

(Three Configurations Available)

Sheriff Star - Antique Switch Plate

Sheriff Star - Antique Switch Plate

Sheriff Star – Antique Switch Plate – Powder Coated Steel

Regardless of where you live bring out your inner cowboy with these finely crafted switchplates featuring sheriffs stars at the corners of the plate. Made from steel with an antique brown powder coat and nickel features.

(Six Configurations Available)

Ivy Ceramic House Number

Ivy Ceramic House Number

Ivy Ceramic House Number

These feature an easy to see number surrounded by leaves of ivy on both the top and bottom.  Ceramic house numbers designed and made in Ontario with care and expertise. Due to the nature of the decorating technique and of the glazes, colors may vary slightly.

(0-9 Available)

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Saturday, September 18th, 2010

Hello and welcome to the third week of September. Thoughts of Fall are moving in as are the first thoughts of Halloween. If you want something extra special check out our Halloween and Day of the Dead switch plates. We are still adding more indoor items to the Habitatter.com website and you will soon find a greater variety than ever to help make your habitat better.

Property PresentersThis week our featured website is Property Presenters from Queensland Australia. The site has a wealth of information regarding selling your home regardless of where you live with common sense articles on presentation, common mistakes to avoid and other tips. My favorite sections are their before and after photos for both interior and exterior, and their suggestions on presenting an empty house.  The latter features virtual property styling which lets you populate photos of an empty house with stylish decor to prompt a buyers imagination. Overall a very helpful site with a load of great information and ideas. (Know of a website we should feature on this blog? Send the URL along with your name to: Suggestions @ Habitatter.com)

Abstract People - Vasily Polymer Clay Switch PlateNow on to this week’s special: From now until the end of September we are featuring 20% off Good Night Irene polymer clay switch plates. For something really unique check out her abstract people switch plates line. Good Night Irene! is a one-woman studio in beautiful Asheville, North Carolina. She’s been working with polymer clay since 1992, and started creating light switch plates almost immediately. Irene is a member of the Southern Highland Craft Guild and a founding member and past president of the Blue Ridge Polymer Clay Guild. She’s also authored and produced work for three books on polymer clay, published by Lark Books, and has contributed projects to numerous other publications.

Bathtub Soap DishThis week we are adding decorative bathroom hardware including: cotton jars, soap & lotion dispensers, soap dishes, tissue box covers, towel stands, vanity accessory kits and waste baskets. Spice up your bathroom with decorative and functional accents. Keep a look out as there are more being added very soon.

Our top ten list this time features a wide variety of switch plates especially diamond plate aluminum switch plates. See what all made the top ten this week by looking below.

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Ten most popular decorative hardware items for the weeks of 9/4/10-9/17/10

Barbed Wire - Antique Switch Plate

Barbed Wire - Antique Switch Plate

Barbed Wire – Antique Switch Plate – Powder Coated Steel

Regardless of where you live bring out your inner cowboy with these finely crafted switch plates featuring a trim of barbed wire. Made from steel with an antique brown powder coat and nickel features.

(Six Configurations Available)

Italian Scroll - Antique White Switch Plate

Italian Scroll - Antique White Switch Plate

Italian Scroll – Antique White Switch Plate – Solid Brass – Clearance

Solid brass switch plate with a classic, elegant look.  Make every lightswitch and outlet look like a piece of classic Italian artwork.

Note: This style is no longer available.  The quantity listed above is all that we have or can acquire, get them while you still have a chance!

(Three Configurations Available)

Spalted Alder Wood Switch Plate

Spalted Alder Wood Switch Plate

Spalted Alder Wood Switch Plate

The exposed growth rings and spalting pattern on these switch plates offer a unique, earthy look. This not only intrigues the eye, but accentuates the warmth of a natural home.

The alder wood used for these switch plates is enhanced using a process called “spalting” to bring out the beauty of the hardwood — allowing the wood to reveal both its spalting pattern and a cross-section of the tree’s growth rings.

The resulting products exhibit a rich mixture of red and brown earth tones, blended with streaks of a lighter honey color — giving each unique piece a warm and weathered character.

Made by hand on Vancouver Island in British Columbia, Canada

(Eleven Configurations Available)

Treasure Chest Switch Plate

Treasure Chest Switch Plate

Treasure Chest Switch Plate – Decoupage

Featuring original artwork, these individually handcrafted items are mounted on standard switchplates, then sealed to prevent scratching or water damage.  Each one is packaged in a see-through gift b ag.  Made in Southern California.

(Three Configurations Available)

Diamond Plate Aluminum - Silver Switch Plate

Diamond Plate Aluminum - Silver Switch Plate

Diamond Plate Aluminum – Silver Switch Plate

Blazin’ cool switch plate and outlet covers are perfect for a garage, shop, specialty room, or car trailer. Car and motorcycle enthusiasts even put them in their homes and businesses.

These specialty covers are made from solid polished diamond tread aluminum and are the larger, standard size. The edges are rolled and the screw holes are counter sunk.

All switch covers come complete with stainless steel screws. Made by hand in Marion, IN.

(Fifteen Configurations Available)

Renoir - Bouquet de Roses Switch Plate

Renoir - Bouquet de Roses Switch Plate

Renoir – Bouquet de Roses Switch Plate – Decoupage

Licensed artwork featuring the masterpiece Bouquet de roses  (Bouquet of Roses) by Pierre-Auguste Renoir (1841-1919). An Impressionist and contemporary of Claude Monet, Renoir was known for being entranced with people as his subjects. This painting was one of his later pieces (c. 1909-13) and has a quivering brightness that is gloriously satisfying and fully responsive to the roses, as well as to the effects of the light.

This decoupage switch plate includes most of  the image from the painting and is mounted on a standard switch plate.  It is then sealed to prevent scratching or water damage and packaged in a transparent gift bag.  Made in Southern California.

(Two Configurations Available)

Diamond Plate Aluminum - Harley Orange Switch Plate

Diamond Plate Aluminum - Harley Orange Switch Plate

Diamond Plate Aluminum – Harley Davidson Orange Switch Plate

If you love Harley’s then these are for you coated with official Harley Davidson orange. Blazin’ cool switch plate and outlet covers are perfect for a garage, shop, specialty room, or car trailer. Car and motorcycle enthusiasts even put them in their homes and businesses.

These specialty covers are made from solid polished diamond tread aluminum and are the larger, standard size. The edges are rolled and the screw holes are counter sunk.

All switch covers come complete with stainless steel screws. Made by hand in Marion, IN.

(Fifteen Configurations Available)

Van Gogh - Sunflowers II Switch Plate

Van Gogh - Sunflowers II Switch Plate

Van Gogh – Sunflowers II Switch Plate – Decoupage

Licensed artwork featuring a detail from Vincent Van Gogh’s colorful painting Vase with Twelve Sunflowers.  The work was one of many depicting sunflowers, whose cheery, sunny image was a help to Van Gogh in his battles with depression.  This detail shows four bright flowers.

This decoupage switch plate is mounted on a standard switchplate.  It is then sealed to prevent scratching or water damage and packaged in a transparent gift bag.  Made in Southern California.

(Five Configurations Available)

Diamond Plate Aluminum - Chrome Switch Plate

Diamond Plate Aluminum - Chrome Switch Plate

Diamond Plate Aluminum – Chrome Switch Plate

These switch plate and outlet covers are made from solid diamond plate aluminum, not stamped, with the back routed to accommodate the wall box. Nice, smooth and professional looking, perfect for a garage, shop, specialty room or any other place a car fanatic would like them.

Made from 3/16″ thick aluminum plate in Dayton, OH then chrome plated. Come with matching stainless steel screws.

(Twenty Configurations Available)

Rectangles Ceramic Outlet Cover

Rectangles Ceramic Outlet Cover

Rectangles Ceramic Outlet Cover

This switch plate features various sized overlapping blocks of several earth tones, giving it a look that is both retro and contemporary.  Ceramic switchplates designed and made in Ontario. Due to the nature of the decorating technique and of the glazes, colors may vary slightly.

(Eight Configurations Available)

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Most Popular Decorative Home Hardware of the Week (9/4/10-9/10/10)

Saturday, September 11th, 2010

Hello and welcome to the second week of September. Thoughts of Fall are moving in and as the weather cools projects are turning indoors. We are starting to add more indoor items to the Habitatter.com website and you will soon find a greater variety than ever to help make your habitat better.

Kimberley Seldon Design GroupThis week our featured website is Kimberley Seldon Design Group. You can find Kimberley on HGTV, CITY-TV’s CityLine, on the HSN as well as in two books . The website itself highlights projects which have been completed across the country and ways to contact the design team for your own projects. My favorite section of the website is the inspiration gallery, where they break projects down into eleven distinct galleries.  You can choose from categories such as Urban Sophisticated, Exotic Rhythms, 30’s Glamour and Traditional Warmth. (Know of a website we should feature on this blog? Send the URL along with your name to: Suggestions @ Habitatter.com)

Fern Leaves - Copper Switch PlateNow on to this week’s special: From now until the end of September we are featuring 20% off Good Night Irene polymer clay switch plates. Good Night Irene! is a one-woman studio in beautiful Asheville, North Carolina. She’s been working with polymer clay since 1992, and started creating light switch plates almost immediately. Irene is a member of the Southern Highland Craft Guild and a founding member and past president of the Blue Ridge Polymer Clay Guild. She’s also authored and produced work for three books on polymer clay, published by Lark Books, and has contributed projects to numerous other publications.

Worth Home Products Air Return GrillesThis week we are adding decorative air return grilles by Worth Home Products. Air return grilles are found in almost every room in your home, but typically they are disruptive to the look and style of your room. Worth Home Products grilles are made of  select New Zealand pine and come either primed or stain ready to be finished to your own desire.

Our top ten list this time features a few Clay Squared ceramic switch plates plus diamond plate aluminum house numbers and one of our new Vicki Lane switch plates. See what all made the top ten this week by looking below.

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Ten most popular decorative hardware items for the weeks of 9/4/10-9/10/10

Avocado Ceramic Switch Plate

Avocado Ceramic Switch Plate

Avocado Ceramic Switch Plate

A wonderful avocado shade is glazed on the hand crafted switch plate which is perfect for any room in your home. Designed and fired in Minneapolis, MN. No two switch plates are ever quite the same. Quiet and classy with understated elegance.

(Nine Configurations Available)

Diamond Plate Aluminum 4" House Number - Chrome Plated

Diamond Plate Aluminum 4" House Number - Chrome Plated

Diamond Plate Aluminum 4″ House Number – Chrome Plated

These house numbers are made from solid diamond plate aluminum, not stamped. Nice, smooth and professional looking, perfect for your home with a very reflective finish to help with viewing at night.

Made from 1/8″ thick aluminum plate in Dayton, OH then chrome plated. Come with matching stainless steel screws.

(0-9 Available)

Blue Fog Ceramic Switch Plate

Blue Fog Ceramic Switch Plate

Blue Fog Ceramic Switch Plate

A mesmerizing blue fog shade is glazed on this hand crafted switch plate which is perfect for any room in your home. Designed and fired in Minneapolis, MN. No two switch plates are ever quite the same. Quiet and classy with understated elegance.

(Nine Configurations Available)

Mirrored Glass - Clear Switch Plate

Mirrored Glass - Clear Switch Plate

Mirrored Glass – Clear Switch Plate

These glass mirror switch plates are made from quality 3/16 inch (5 mm) thick glass and have highly polished 5/16 inch (8 mm) wide beveled edges. Made in China and includes screws and spacers.

NOTE: Some types of installation situations may require the use of a supplied screw spacer to compensate for uneven fixture placement. Without a spacer, the plate may break when the screw is tightened. Full instructions included with switch plate.

(Thirty-Nine Configurations Available)

Acoustic Guitars Switch Plate

Acoustic Guitars Switch Plate

Acoustic Guitars Switch Plate – Decoupage

Original artwork featuring a variety of acoustic guitars on a neutral background.  These individually handcrafted items are mounted on standard switchplates, then sealed to prevent scratching or water damage.  Each one is packaged in a transparent gift bag.  Made in Southern California.

(Five Configurations Available)

Spalted Alder Wood Switch Plate

Spalted Alder Wood Switch Plate

Spalted Alder Wood Switch Plate

The exposed growth rings and spalting pattern on these switch plates offer a unique, earthy look. This not only intrigues the eye, but accentuates the warmth of a natural home.

The alder wood used for these switch plates is enhanced using a process called “spalting” to bring out the beauty of the hardwood — allowing the wood to reveal both its spalting pattern and a cross-section of the tree’s growth rings.

The resulting products exhibit a rich mixture of red and brown earth tones, blended with streaks of a lighter honey color — giving each unique piece a warm and weathered character.

Made by hand on Vancouver Island in British Columbia, Canada

(Eleven Configurations Available)

Purplishious Ceramic Switch Plate

Purplishious Ceramic Switch Plate

Purplishious Ceramic Switch Plate

Designed and fired in Minneapolis, MN. No two switch Plates are ever quite the same. Make a statement with a spot of purple on your wall to give it a bold accent. With a delicious name like Purplishious, how can you go wrong?

(Nine Configurations Available)

French Rooster Switch Plate

French Rooster Switch Plate

French Rooster Switch Plate – Resin

Let this colorful French rooster switch plate brighten up any wall in your home, especially a kitchen or breakfast room. Wonderfully detailed switch plate featuring a French rooster with a subdued yellow border surround. Made of resin and hand painted, includes screws. Item #LS410. Shipped directly from the artist.

(Four Configurations Available)

Mosaic Leaves Ceramic Switch Plate

Mosaic Leaves Ceramic Switch Plate

Mosaic Leaves Ceramic Switch Plate

This switch plate features leaves swirling across a textured neutral background.  Ceramic switchplates designed and made by a small family-owned studio in Ontario. Due to the nature of the decorating technique and of the glazes, colors may vary slightly.

(Eight Configurations Available)

Ceramic Fragments Ceramic Switch Plate

Ceramic Fragments Ceramic Switch Plate

Ceramic Fragments Ceramic Switch Plate

Switch plate featuring an abstract pattern of varying ceramic fragments in pastel colors. Bring a dash of color and interest to any wall. Ceramic switchplates designed and made in Ontario. Due to the nature of the decorating technique and of the glazes, colors may vary slightly.

(Eight Configurations Available)

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Most Popular Decorative Home Hardware of the Week (8/28/10-9/3/10)

Saturday, September 4th, 2010

Hello and welcome to beginning of September. The weather has turned cooler suddenly and thoughts have moved to the Fall. I was able to finish cleaning off my garage shelves this week and it has made an amazing difference. I also had time to redo things in my media room. The old carpet is gone replaced by some flooring paint and area rugs. It is now a much better look and feel for the room, especially since my son has basically taken over the space.

Key InteriorsThis week our featured website is Key Interiors by Lisa Stanley. Key Interiors  focus on four types of interior design: model home merchandising, residential interior design, light commercial and new home construction. Based in Perkasie, PA Key Interiors has a fresh style that captures the essence of the living space. You can see this in action on the great portfolio page where they highlight ten of their best projects. A great site for some great design ideas. (Know of a website we should feature on this blog? Send the URL along with your name to: Suggestions @ Habitatter.com)

Glow-in-the-Dark Switch PlateNow on to this week’s special: From now until the end of September we are featuring 20% off Good Night Irene polymer clay switch plates. Good Night Irene! is a one-woman studio in beautiful Asheville, North Carolina. She’s been working with polymer clay since 1992, and started creating light switch plates almost immediately. Irene is a member of the Southern Highland Craft Guild and a founding member and past president of the Blue Ridge Polymer Clay Guild. She’s also authored and produced work for three books on polymer clay, published by Lark Books, and has contributed projects to numerous other publications.

Pear Cabinet PullThis week we finished adding the interior hardware styles of Vicki Lane. From it’s humble beginning in a garage in 1983, Vicki has expanded into being a nationwide designer, manufacturer and distributor for switch plates, drawer pulls, cabinet knobs, ceiling fan pulls and lighted doorbells currently marketed today by Vicki Lane.

Our top ten list this time features a lot of our ceramic switch plates plus a solid brass drawer pull and some ceramic house numbers. See what all made the top ten this week by looking below.

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Ten most popular decorative hardware items for the weeks of 8/28/10-9/3/10

Bamboo II Cabinet Pull - 4-1/2" CC

Bamboo II Cabinet Pull - 4-1/2" CC

Bamboo II Cabinet Pull – 4-1/2″ CC – Solid Brass

These unique bamboo styled cabinet pulls are made of hand forged solid brass and plated in Cleveland, Ohio with a polished brass finish. Enjoy the warmth and beautify of polished brass.  Brought to a high sheen by hand and coated with a high-gloss baked lacquer to protect the sheen.

Nice, solid and heavy, these cabinet (drawer) pulls will offer many years of long lasting beauty that convey your own unique style.  Their south pacific styling will go well with any casual decorating scheme and have an installation spacing of 4-1/2″ center to center.

(Ten Finishes Available)

French Country Ceramic Switch Plate

French Country Ceramic Switch Plate

French Country Ceramic Switch Plate

This switch plate features the classic French country design and is always welcome in kitchens and dining rooms.  Ceramic switchplates designed and made in Ontario. Due to the nature of the decorating technique and of the glazes, colors may vary slightly.

(Eight Configurations Available)

Van Gogh - Sunflowers II Switch Plate

Van Gogh - Sunflowers II Switch Plate

Van Gogh – Sunflowers II Switch Plate – Decoupage

Licensed artwork featuring a detail from Vincent Van Gogh’s colorful painting Vase with Twelve Sunflowers.  The work was one of many depicting sunflowers, whose cheery, sunny image was a help to Van Gogh in his battles with depression.  This detail shows four bright flowers.

This decoupage switch plate is mounted on a standard switchplate.  It is then sealed to prevent scratching or water damage and packaged in a transparent gift bag.  Made in Southern California.

(Five Configurations Available)

Havana Ceramic Switch Plate

Havana Ceramic Switch Plate

Havana Ceramic Switch Plate

This switch plate features colors and patterns indicative of old Havana. Ceramic switchplates designed and made in Ontario. Due to the nature of the decorating technique and of the glazes, colors may vary slightly.

(Eight Configurations Available)

Mosaic Leaves Ceramic House Number

Mosaic Leaves Ceramic House Number

Mosaic Leaves Ceramic House Number

These feature an easy to see number surrounded by mosaic leaves on both the top and bottom.  Ceramic house numbers designed and made in Ontario with care and expertise. Due to the nature of the decorating technique and of the glazes, colors may vary slightly.

(0-9 Available)

Western Filigree - Antique Switch Plate

Western Filigree - Antique Switch Plate

Western Filigree – Antique Switch Plate – Powder Coated Steel

Regardless of where you live bring out your inner cowboy with these finely crafted switchplates featuring western filigrees at the corners of the plate. Made from steel with an antique brown powder coat and nickel features.

(Six Configurations Available)

Jacobean Flowers Ceramic Switch Plate

Jacobean Flowers Ceramic Switch Plate

Jacobean Flowers Ceramic Switch Plate

This switch plate features Jacobean style flowers and an neutral background.  Ceramic switchplates designed and made in Ontario. Due to the nature of the decorating technique and of the glazes, colors may vary slightly.

(Eight Configurations Available)

Paisley-Red Ceramic Switch Plate

Paisley-Red Ceramic Switch Plate

Paisley-Red Ceramic Switch Plate

Bring a touch of paisley into your home with these red paisley switch plates. Ceramic switchplates designed and made by a small family-owned studio in Ontario. Due to the nature of the decorating technique and of the glazes, colors may vary slightly.

(Eight Configurations Available)

Morocco - Red Ceramic Switch Plate

Morocco - Red Ceramic Switch Plate

Morocco – Red Ceramic Switch Plate

This switch plate features a classic Moroccan pattern in red and blue.  Ceramic switchplates designed and made in Ontario. Due to the nature of the decorating technique and of the glazes, colors may vary slightly.

(Eight Configurations Available)

Purple Butterfly on Flowers Switch Plate

Purple Butterfly on Flowers Switch Plate

Purple Butterfly on Flowers Switch Plate – Decoupage

A majestic purple butterfly sits on a colorful bunch of flowers in this wonderful print. Each switch plate is made by hand in rural West Virginia, using art prints and durable steel plates made in the USA.  The included screws are hand painted to match the background.

(Sixteen Configurations Available)

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