Saturday, February 27th, 2010
Hi and welcome to the end of February. The past few weeks have been really big for us. We just moved into our new place at the Front Street Arts Complex and have been getting everything arranged. We have over twice as much space now and are surrounded by artists of all types: potters, sculpters, wood workers, painters, photographers, printers, etc. We’re really looking forward to being a part of this community.
This week we feature a great blog Apartment Therapy with the apt subtitle – “Saving the World, One Room at a Time”. My favorite feature is the home tours section where homeowners send in pictures and a walk through of their home and then receive comments and suggestions from other readers. A fun community and a great place to pick up ideas regardless of your style. Beware you can easly blow through a few hours on this site before you realize it.
This is our final two days of 20% off all diamond plate aluminum switch plates for the hot rod and industrial look. Starting March First we will putting all of the wonderful Rosalie Sherman Designs on sale. Also, we sadly learned that Mercury Mosaics will no longer be making ceramic switch plates. So, we are clearing out of what we have in stock. If you like their styles make sure you hurry because once these are gone they will never be found again.
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Ten most popular decorative hardware items for 2/20/10-2/26/10
 Klimt Inspired Switch Plate Klimt Inspired Switch Plate – Ceramic
This switch plate 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) |
 Solid Pewter Switch Plates Solid Pewter Switch Plates from the Ton Woodsman – 15% Off Clearance
We are clearing out of our entire stock of the Tin Woodsman pewter switch plates. We still have quite a few, but several configurations of different styles have been sold out. Buy from us first at the lowest prices on the web. If you’d like some that we don’t have we can direct you to other sites to fill out the rest of your order.
(Ten Designs Available) |
 Italian Scroll - Antique White Switch Plate Italian Scroll – Antique White Switch Plate – Sold Brass
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, get them while you still have a chance!
(Five Configurations Available) |
 Crane Switch Plate Crane Switch Plate – Ceramic
This switch plate features a crane standing serenely with cattails and a bright sun in the background. Ceramic switch plates designed and made in Ontario. Due to the nature of the decorating technique and of the glazes, colors may vary slightly.
(Two Configurations Available) |
 Swirl House Numbers - Matador Red & Marshmallow White Swirl House Numbers – Matador Red & Marshmallow White – Ceramic
These hand made ceramic house numbers are made of exterior-grade ceramics with an expected lifespan of 100 years. Hand cut then finished in Matador Red with Marshmallow White numbers. All house numbers come with holes for hanging unless otherwise specified. There will be some variation is size and finish as these are all done by hand, but we will try to match your order as closely as possible.
(0-9 Available, Also in other Color Choices And Designs) |
 Tulip Bee Switch Plate Tulip Bee Switch Plate – Ceramic
This switch plate features a tulip and a bee over a beautiful, classic script postcard. 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.
(Seven Configurations Available) |
 Drink Wine Switch Plate Drink Wine Switch Plate – Decoupage on Steel
Switch plate featuring a wine butler carrying a tray with an uncorked bottle and two glasses of red. 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) |
 Lace Switch Plate - Black & White Lace Switch Plate – Black & White – Ceramic
This switch plate features an intricate black lace pattern on a white background. Ceramic switch plates designed and made in Ontario. Due to the nature of the decorating technique and of the glazes, colors may vary slightly.
(Eight Configurations Available) |
 Calla Lily Switch Plate Calla Lily Switch Plate – Decoupage
Original collage designed from antique ephemera featuring a couple of calla lilies. Each switch plate decoupaged by hand in Washington state.
(Two Configurations Available) |
 Wisdom Switch Plate Wisdom Switch Plate – Decoupage on Steel
Switch plate featuring the Japanese Kanji symbol for wisdom. 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.
(Ten Configurations Available) |
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Saturday, November 21st, 2009
Thanksgiving is just around the corner and you really can tell that it’s getting to be the holiday season. We will continue adding new styles and designs throughout the rest of the year. We also have special sales going on for both Black Friday and Cyber Monday. If you are looking for an out of the ordinary switch plate, then try our grab bag category. We are also continually adding items to our clearance center where you can fins decorative home hardware for up to 35% off
Let’s take a look at this week’s list. Once again it’s an interesting variety with quite a few items that haven’t shown up in the top 10 before. For more details or to order just click on the photo of your favorite piece of hardware. If you have any suggestions or comments please feel free to let us know.
Ten most popular decorative hardware items for 11/14/09-11/20/09
 Sheet Metal - Rust Switch Plate Sheet Metal – Rust Switch Plate
Solid sheet metal switchplate with a rustic rust finish. Perfect for a rustic themed room or a cabin out in the woods.
(Five configurations available)
Note: This item is discontinued, but we will be bringing some more in the week before Thanksgiving. |
 Venetian - Antique Gold Switch Plate Venetian – Antique Gold Switch Plate – Solid Brass
Solid brass switchplate with a classic, elegant look. Make every lightswitch and outlet look like a piece of classic Venetian artwork.
(Five configurations available) |
 Red Lake Switch Plate Red Lake Switch Plate – Ceramic
I wouldn’t want to swim in this red lake, but it sure does look nice on a wall. Created and fired in Minneapolis, MN. Every switchplate is individually glazed by hand, so no two are exactly the same. Unique and Beautiful, the perfect complement for any room in your home.
(Nine configurations available) |
 Solid Brass Rope - Antique Copper Switch Plate Solid Brass Rope – Antique Copper Switch Plate
Solid cast brass, plated in Cleveland, Ohio with an Antique Copper finish. Dark oxidized on copper plated brass, this finish is then hand rubbed to bring out the rich satin copper finish and highlight the details of the piece. Coated with a gloss lacquer for durability, this is one of Brass Accents finest custom finishes. These switchplates are nice, solid and heavy, offering many years of long lasting beauty.
(Fourteen configurations available) |
 Plain Wrought Iron Switch Plate Plain Wrought Iron Switch Plate
The warm feeling of solid wrought iron finished with a baked-on flat black colored powder coat. Hand crafted in Central New York.
(Ten configurations available) |
 Solid Brass Contemporary - Oil Rubbed Bronze Switch Plate Solid Brass Contemporary – Oil Rubbed Bronze Switch Plate
Solid cast brass, plated in Cleveland, Ohio with an Oil Rubbed Bronze finish. The oil rubbed bronze look is an oxidized satin brass to a warm chocolate brown finish then matte lacquer coated for durability. These switch plates are nice, solid and heavy, offering many years of long lasting beauty.
(Fifteen configurations available) |
 Jute Switch Plate Jute Switch Plate – Pewter
Lead-free pewter switchplates that are a treat for the hands as well as the eyes, featuring the classic look of Jute but done in pewter. Hand-crafted in Eugene, Oregon, from custom-made molds. Each piece is designed by hand then created as a true work of art.
(Nine configurations available) |
 Crane Switch Plate Crane Switch Plate – Solid Brass
Solid brass switchplates, sculpted with nature-inspired designs, featuring a crane in a marsh with cattails. A treat for the fingertips as well as the eyes.
(Three configurations available) |
 Chinese Blue Bird with Flowers Switch Plate Chinese Blue Bird with Flowers Switch Plate – Decoupage
Original collage designed from antique ephemera featuring a Chinese blue bird on a rose bush. Each switch plate decoupaged by hand in Washington state.
(Eight configurations available) |
 Glass Mirror - Clear Switch Plate Glass Mirror – Clear Switch Plate
These glass mirror switchplates 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 available in three colors: Clear, Bronze and Gray. Includes screws and spacers.
(Thirty-Nine configurations available) |
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Saturday, October 17th, 2009
Hello, yes it’s another week of top ten listings. This week saw the arrival on some drawer knobs on our list. It’s now getting close to Halloween and we do have some themed switch plates for you. If you like decorating for the Holidays try out these unique Halloween switch plates and Day of the Dead switch plates. For more details or to order just click on the photo of your favorite piece of hardware.
If you have any suggestions or comments please feel free to let us know.
Ten most popular decorative hardware items for 10/10/09-10/16/09
 Colonial Switch Plate - Satin Brass Colonial Outlet Cover – Satin Brass – Solid Brass
Solid forged brass, plated in Cleveland, Ohio with a Satin Brass finish. Finely rubbed to create the elegant satin finish, then clear coated with gloss lacquer to preserve it. These switchplates are nice, solid and heavy, offering many years of long lasting beauty.
(twelve configurations available) |
 Alabaster Switch Plate Alabaster Switch Plate – Ceramic
This switchplate features intricate designs done in alabaster. 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) |
 Bear Switch Plate Bear Switch Plate – Solid Brass
Solid brass switchplates, sculpted with nature-inspired designs, featuring a bear fishing in a waterfall. A treat for the fingertips as well as the eyes.
(Two configurations available) |
 Black Zen Switch Plate Black Zen Switch Plate – Ceramic
These switchplates are great for a room done up in an Asian motif. With the glossy black and brilliant red you can add that perfect finishing touch to your own zen-like sanctuary.
Created and fired in Minneapolis, MN. Every switchplate is individually glazed by hand, so no two are exactly the same. Unique and Beautiful, the perfect complement for any room in your home.
(Ten configurations available) |
 Star Switch Plate - Rust Star Outlet Cover – Rust – Wrought Iron
The warm feeling of solid wrought iron finished with a baked-on rust colored powder coat. This switchplate has the silhouette of a star across the top. Hand crafted in Central New York.
(Seven configurations available) |
 Glass Mirror - Clear Switch Plate Glass Mirror – Clear Switch Plate – Mirrored Glass
These glass mirror switchplates 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 available in three colors: Clear, Bronze and Gray. Includes screws and spacers.
(Thirty-Nine configurations available) |
 Cappuccino Switch Plate Cappuccino Switch Plate – Decoupage
Switchplate featuring a steaming cup of java and the word “Cappuccino” behind it. 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.
(Ten configurations available) |
 Spalted Alder Wood Switch Plate Spalted Alder Wood Switch Plate – Alder Wood
The exposed growth rings and spalting pattern on these switchplates 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 switchplates 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.
(Eleven configurations available) |
 Kids Out Of This World Rocket Drawer Knob - 2 Pack Kids Out Of This World Rocket Drawer Knob – 2 Pack – Ceramic
This ceramic rocket drawer knob matches the Out of this World hardware line. Makes for a fast, easy and inexpensive way to “fun up” your child`s room. Perfect for theming a child’s bedroom, bathroom or playroom. Comes in a set of two.
One and one half inch diameter drawer knob. Comes with a one inch screw that fits most drawers.
Simply replace your existing knob or drill a 3/16th hole for the screw. |
 Shannon Switch Plate Shannon Switch Plate – Pewter
Lead-free pewter switchplates that are a treat for the hands as well as the eyes, featuring a pattern reminiscent of the Emerald Isles. Hand-crafted in Eugene, Oregon, from custom-made molds. Each piece is designed by hand then created as a true work of art.
(Eight configurations available)
NOTE: This line has been discontinued, limited quantity available |
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