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holiday furniture & gift guide now available

Ms. Fusion — Sat, 29 Oct 2011 05:54:23 +0000

Our yearly holiday and furniture gift guide has gone to press! If you are on our mailing list, you will be receiving it shortly by mail or as an email PDF or you can click on the image above to view it online. Most of the items are in stock. The custom sofas are available in 3 weeks or less. Happy shopping!

Life in Miniature

Ms. Fusion — Sun, 20 Mar 2011 18:05:14 +0000

We were tickled by the detail of these tiny paper pop-up creations. The design line, called Terada Mokei, has crafted miniature scale models into a true form of entertainment. Remarkable designer Naoki Terada also produces his own unique pop-up cards! Check them out at his website.

Announcing Fusion Home’s hosting of Thymes products.

Ms. Fusion — Wed, 16 Mar 2011 00:15:17 +0000

This month we’re also happy to announce that we will begin our hosting of unique and refreshing bath and body products from Thymes, a company dedicated to the creation of special and engaging fragrances. This is an association we are very excited about, and we know once you give them a try you will be, too. We have hand-picked each of the products that we will be featuring, including refreshing candles and lotions that are sure to charm and enrapture.

We’re especially fond of the popular scent Agave Nectar.

This highly respected company has been producing scents for 30 years, and takes great pride in its contribution towards “enriching the quality of one’s daily experience” through its original and subtle creations. We are thrilled to be able to bring Thymes to Ventura!

Frida Pot Preparation and Care

Ms. Fusion — Tue, 08 Mar 2011 19:13:22 +0000

We’ve been getting many questions regarding one of our most popular products, the Frida kitchenware line. Some customers have been asking about the history of these unique pots and pans while others would like to be reminded exactly of how to prepare and clean this cookware. We thought it best to answer all of your questions in one place! If you’ve never heard of our Frida pots, stop into the store or take a look at the selection available in our online catalog.

About: Black clay cookware can be traced back 700 years to objects found in pre-Columbian archaeological sites. Still made in the traditional manner, mostly by women, each piece is shaped by hand. There are no toxins used. There is no lead or glaze. The smooth finish is the result of hand-burnishing riverside with stones, therefore no two are alike! Imperfections are normal, as well as the clay changing to a terracotta color when heated over time.

Use: Ideal for cooking and serving. Can be placed on open fire. Oven, microwave and stovetop safe. We recommend using a heat diffuser when cooking on an electric range. Do not expose to sudden changes in temperature, such as moving from the refrigerator to a hot oven, placing it in a preheated oven or placing it on a cold surface when it is hot.

Before using: Season before use by filling three-quarters full of water and placing in an oven for 30 minutes at 400ºF UNCOVERED. Do not preheat oven when placing pot in oven! This usually seals the cookware, although a complete seal is sometimes achieved only after it has been used several times for cooking. Boiling milk in the vessel may help if you still find it to be too porous, but this is rarely necessary.

Cleaning:After seasoning, the cookware cleans easily. A quick soak and wipe down with a sponge or damp rag is all you need to clean it. The dishwasher and abrasive cleaners are NOT recommended.

Floating Glass

Ms. Fusion — Fri, 28 Jan 2011 21:22:41 +0000

The most popular item of 2010 has become an all-time Fusion Home favorite! We (and Ventura customers) can’t seem to get enough of these amazing “floating glass” feathers! Made from mouth-blown glass, each piece is completely unique, with a beautiful feather (or two or three) captured inside. Looks beautiful beside a window or anywhere it can catch the light!

Available in-store right now, stop by to see them for yourself.

A Magic Bus

Ms. Fusion — Tue, 18 Jan 2011 20:52:53 +0000

We thought this little invention was hilarious. A portable radio in the form of a toy Volkswagen bus that comes complete with a needle for playing records. With its built-in speaker, all you need to do is place the bus on top of a record and let it ride!

Start 2011 off with the perfect scent for your home.

Ms. Fusion — Thu, 13 Jan 2011 20:49:26 +0000

Everyone feels a little better when they wake up to a soothing, invigorating environment. We here at Fusion are pleased to let you know that many of our Fusion Home Essence favorites are once again available in a set of diffusers. Inspired by the travels of Brad and Cynthia, these unique and exotic scents come in shapely 8 Oz. bottles and fill their surroundings with their distinctive yet subtle fragrance.

At present, diffusers are available in Guava Lemongrass, Seidou, and the ever-popular Tahitian Milk (online or in store).

Happy New Year!

Ms. Fusion — Tue, 28 Dec 2010 22:06:53 +0000

We at Fusion Home are ringing in the new with these fantastic, dainty champagne flutes. Thoughtfully, each glass has a different design, making it easier for party guests to recognize their own drink. It’s the New Year’s Eve must-have (also makes a fine wedding gift!).

Happy 2011 from all of us here at Fusion Home– we hope your new year is a joyful one!

Fusion Home Holiday Selection: Driftwood Wreaths

Ms. Fusion — Fri, 24 Dec 2010 21:49:12 +0000

Finally, we conclude our holiday selection with one of our absolute favorite decorations: beautiful wreaths made from driftwood. Wreaths are holiday essentials, and we love the natural look of this one. Made from collected driftwood, this piece is hand crafted, durable, and completely eco-friendly. It also comes in a variety of shapes, including one (not pictured) with a reindeer head. Some people choose to adorn their wreath with garlands, bells, or LED lights, but we like ours beautifully plain. Gorgeous! From all of us at Fusion Home, we wish you the happiest of holidays!

Fusion Home Holiday Selection: Gift-wrapping with a conscience

Ms. Fusion — Tue, 21 Dec 2010 21:38:35 +0000

Keeping everything green and earth-friendly around the holidays can be hard- there’s so much to do, and especially so much to wrap and decorate! Never fear, there’s still a way to keep it green. We like these clever alternatives:

Lyziwraps
Invented by a middle school student, this wrapping is not only green-friendly but a time-saver. Colorful bags with drawstrings in a plethora of colors and sizes insure that you’ll never need to use tape or scissors.

Fish Lips
Fish Lips Paper Designs has hip, recycled giftwrap creations made with soy-based ink. We especially like the fun “Chilly Dogs” wrap.