woven modern resort placemats

06.06.09 / gift ideas, interior design, new arrivals / Author: Ms. Fusion / Comments: (0)
Tags: dinner, home decor, modern resort, patterns, place mat, placemat, resort place mat, spa, table, table linens, tableware, texture, woven placemat

woven modern resort placemat

A favorite of top resorts and spas around the world, these commercial grade place mats are woven of UV resistant poly, but resemble woven natural fibers.

Modern, low maintenance and durable,  our resort woven place mats can be used indoors or outdoors. Fade resistant and easy to wash or clean, they protect  beautifully and add color and texture to your tabletop.  Cleaning is as simple as a wipe or wash. Stubborn stains can even be bleached!

Try layering your mats in crossed or overlapping shapes or alternating the colors for fun. Dress up your setting with colorful napkins and coordinating napkin rings. Available in several colors and weaves. Mention this update to receive 10% off a set. Placemats: 12×18, $12.99 each

http://fusionhomestore.com/catalog/table-entertaining-placemats-c-29_63.html

dripless taper candles

04.06.09 / gift ideas, interior design, new arrivals / Author: Ms. Fusion / Comments: (0)
Tags: candle, candle holder, candles, dining, dripless, dripless taper, home decor, table, taper candles

high quality european dripless taper candles with a 14 hour burn time and great colors

These high quality European dripless tapers are 12″ long and burn 14 hours.

New colors have arrived for summer including sea glass blue, violet, black and white.

Our dripless tapers are unscented, which is perfect for dinner parties when you don’t want any scents to compete with your food. If you don’t have candelabra for them, try placing them in the mouth of various size bottles, or an oblong tray with enough sand to sink them into to hold them up. Short tealight holders can be interesting holders as well with sand or rice inside to anchor the tapers or by melting some wax at the bottom of the tealight or votive holder like glue and holding the taper in the melted wax until it dries and the taper stands upright. 

The best sellers have been trios of colors: aqua, chocolate and orange. Light sage, sea glass and sand or bordeaux, violet and caramel. Wrap a bundle in raffia or ribbon and present as a hostess or housewarming gift anyone would be delighted with.

As with all candles, exercise caution by never leaving open flames unattended and keeping away from drafts.

http://fusionhomestore.com/catalog/dripless-tapers-p-487.html

walnut panel bar cabinet

15.05.09 / new arrivals / Author: Ms. Fusion / Comments: (2)
Tags: bar cabinet, fifties modern, furniture, minimalist, modern, walnut, walnut panel, wine, wine bar, wine storage

Our newly arrived Walnut Panel Bar Cabinet is modern, minimalist and affordable.

Handcrafted of walnut and walnut veneers, with room for 35 wine bottles, door storage for more bottles and accessories and a wine glass hanger. The counter area is mirrored at the back to create the illusion of wealth and abundance in feng shui by doubling the items visually inside and allowing room for mixing cocktails or corking wine.

The hinged doors open fully or close to hide your clutter. Measuring 30″ wide x 16″ deep x 50″ tall, our Walnut Panel Bar Cabinet has a fifties modern flare great for a small space or for an area where visual clutter is not welcome.

http://fusionhomestore.com/catalog/walnut-panel-cabinet-p-486.html

remove white rings from furniture

14.05.09 / furniture care / Author: Ms. Fusion / Comments: (0)
Tags: briwax, dining table, furniture care, furniture restoration, jasco, liberon, paste wax, place mats, placemats, quality furniture, remove white ring

A question often presented to us is how to deal with the white rings left on surfaces from a glass or bottle.  The rings often happen when moisture or heat get under the surface of the finish.

First, we suggest prevention:

1. Use coasters or placemats for your hot dishes and glasses. 
2. Keep a quality furniture finishing paste wax like Briwax or Liberon Paste Wax handy. Available at hardware stores, the wax should be applied to your surfaces every few months to form an invisible wax shield between moisture and your finish. Applying wax is quite easy. Take a damp rag, dip in the wax and lightly cover your table or surface in wax. Allow to sit for about 10 minutes and buff or polish off in the direction of the wood grain for a smooth finish with a sheen.
3. Wipe spills and rings immediately to keep from absorbing into the finish.

If prevention is too late, here are some simple ways to remove the ring:

1. Keep Jasco White Ring Remover or Liberon White Ring Remover handy.  Available at most hardware stores.  Take the rag and rub it on the ring until it’s gone. (this handy rag is reusable, store and save for future accidents)
2. Put some mayonnaise or other oily food on the ring for about 15 minutes and wipe off. Other good oily food options: olive oil or peanut butter.
3. Heat the ring out.  We suggest this at last resort, because there is room for error, be careful not to scorch your table!  Find a fine white cloth like a handkerchief and place it on the ring. Take a hot iron on a DRY (no steam setting) and lightly iron out the stain with quick, feathering motions on the handkerchief only. You are essentially gently drying the moisture out with the iron and handkerchief.

Once your ring is gone, apply a layer of paste wax to the surface (see prevention above for how). The paste wax will smooth the treated area and add a layer of protection to your table top.

room diffuser holder

12.05.09 / aromatherapy, interior design, new arrivals / Author: Ms. Fusion / Comments: (1)
Tags: diffuser, milk room diffuser, room diffuser hanger, room diffuser holder

the room diffuser holder can hang on your room diffuser on a wall

Our new room diffuser holders are built to be wall mounted. Made of a simply styled black metal, they are great for keeping the little ones, pets or clumsy adults from knocking your room diffuser over. Room diffuser holders are also practical for saving counter space or for hanging a room diffuser in an area where there is no counter or table space available, like a closet, bath or entry way. $7.50

http://fusionhomestore.com/catalog/room-diffuser-holder-p-485.html

5 wedding gift ideas: the “art of the detail”

11.05.09 / gift ideas / Author: Ms. Fusion / Comments: (0)
Tags: bridal registry, candle holders, candles, gift ideas, gifts, photo frames, room diffusers, table, table linens, wedding gift idea, wedding gifts

With June being the most popular month for weddings, most of us may have a wedding or two to attend. Although most brides have a bridal registry, if you feel you know the couple better than to gift them a blender, here are some unique wedding gift concepts that would be treasured by the future bride and groom to be.

We compiled this list from years of feedback from customers of what gifts were a hit (and which ones were not when brought back for exchange!) Our top 5 wedding gift ideas:

1. Candle Holders
2. Photo Frames and Vases
3. Servers
4. Table Settings
5. Aroma

When thinking outside of the registry box, think of how you can share “the art of the detail” with the future newlyweds.  It seems that the reason the top 5 wedding gift categories are so popular are because they are not items of necessity but add a bit of beauty, quality or elegance to their everyday new life together.

What do we mean by the “art of detail”? We can all eat off a bare table or spray grocery store air freshener in a room (if anything), or we can use colorful place settings and quality scented candles or room diffusers for ambiance.  Adding some beauty to everyday experiences reminds us to slow down and enjoy the moment.  Is there a special friend or family member with a talent for “the art of the detail” in your life?  Does a wonderful scent reminds you of someone’s home? Are the lovely table linens and taper candles they use make your meal feel special? If this reminds you of someone, then the answer would be yes. Take that inspiration and pass “the art of the detail” on to someone you know and love!

Be sure to check back. We will be listing the top selling items in each category throughout the month.

5 last minute mother’s day gifts under $20

08.05.09 / gift ideas / Author: Ms. Fusion / Comments: (0)
Tags: drop earrings, gifts under $20, greeting cards, Japanese soap dishes, mailable photo frames, mother's day, soap, ventura gifts

Mother’s Day is this Sunday! If you haven’t picked anything up for mom, grandma or friend we have many items under $20. Here are our top 5:

1. Drop Earrings in semiprecious stones and sterling silver. Lightweight, available in 5 colors and 2 styles. $19.99 a pair
2. Ventura by the Sea Potpourri in a real scallop dish, $13.99.  There are 12 other scents including the beautiful and bright red Pomegranate for as little as $5.99 per scoop.
3. Soaps from around the world in various sizes and scents. $4.99 - $8.99.  The French Verbena or Pure Honey Soap with the bee stamped on it are a favorite. Various lovely Japanese soap dishes also available for under $10.
4. Gorgeous ink press and metallic embossed cards have arrived. They are so pretty mom might want to frame them. $3.99 - $4.99.
5. Better yet, we have mailable photo frames! Colorful faux leather frames double as a greeting card. Write a note, insert your photo, place in an envelope and mail. There is a ribbon attached inside that holds the card in a “tent” position so that mom can place your framed photo card on a desk or table. $5.99.

gifts for our readers

06.05.09 / stuff we love / Author: Ms. Fusion / Comments: (1)
Tags: blog, candles, comments, contest, gift, readers, teapot, ventura gifts

We are happy to introduce our new blog format! And to celebrate, we are randomly selecting 3 comments and giving you a gift as a Thank You for supporting us.  Simply post a comment to this or any of your favorite articles posted on this page by clicking on the comments box on the upper right hand corner of the article or by scrolling to the end of the article. You will need to enter your name and email to comment. Your email address will remain private, but we will need it to contact you if you win! Your comment may not show right away, but don’t worry, you will be notified of this when you post.

Comments will be closed and we will select names on Wednesday May 13, 2009.

Prizes:  
Teabag Teapot valued at $19.99
A box of What a Pear! Organic Tea valued at $14.99
Murex Shell Tealight Holder valued at $19.99