Just in time for spring

Some of you may not be surprised by this, but some of us here at FTS love creating. Project ranging from gutting & replacing a kitchen, painting or making flower pots, or making picture frames are frequent topics of conversation. Also from the department of the obvious, several of us subscribe to Ready Made, which always seems to have at least one project interesting enough to justify the subscription.

So we were really happy to find that in the current issue we ran across a feature that included one of our local friends Boa and her company Object Interiors. We were neighbors last year at Bklyn Designs, and really admire her work, which shares our love of all things sustainable.

These moss panels seem perfect for sprucing up a neglected wall for spring. Ready Made directions lean on shadow boxes. The more adventurous among the crafty faithful could probably find reclaimed wood to make a frame rustic feel, or even go with a metal frame for a sleek mix of the industrial and organic. Either way, it looks like a great project, and we're always happy when local folks get to share great ideas.

Time to get Dirty...and Sunkissed!

I've spent so many springs trying to plan how to attack planting seeds and creating a nice little windowsill garden of my own. This year, I've decided to take a stab at it and get it done. Not without the help of a fantastically talented customer and friend of ours, Sarah Copeland, who offers some great tips on her blog.

With the newly gorgeous weather those of us in New York are lucky enough to (finally) be enjoying, it also reminds me that it's time to start sprucing up the back patio, terrace, yard, or any other lovely patch of green grass available.

Below, some samples from our outdoor collection. As some of you may already know, teak is the most widely used material to whether any storm...hot or cold! The natural oils in the wood make it perfect for exposed uses, as well as making it termite and pest resistant. We are also particularly fond of the beautiful grain pattern and hue. If you're familiar with From the Source, you also know that we carry an extensive collection of teak root and reclaimed pieces, which are also perfect in or outdoors...have a peek:

The Steamer, $425


Low-back folding chair, $95Texas Bar, $795, with Umbrella, $350



Tall Rekal Side Table, $145

35" Round table, $295
For most of you, who like me, I'm sure may not have access to a fabulous perching post, most of our outdoor furniture is collapsible and perfect for a jaunt to any neighborhood park or beach!

Come by and check out the goods or email one of us for more info.

Enjoy!

THANKS!!!

We had such amazing help this year at the Architectural Digest Home Design Show. Honestly, we could not have designed and executed such a "show-stopping" booth (if I might say so myself) without the help of our diligent crew, who worked tirelessly and consistent long hours, as well as the generosity of Michael Tavano, Briggite Bouguet and Just Shades.

Here is a picture of JUMPA, our rockstar crew leader this season for the shows


Be sure to check out the beautiful fabrics and detail oriented construction of Michael Tavano. We worked with him on selecting and constructing the custom cushions for our Ingas Bench and Ligna chairs at the show. He is incredibly talented, and an absolute pleasure to work with:

http://www.michaeltavano.com/

Brigitte is also fabulously creative and like FTS, works entirely by hand. You may have seen her bright and cheery "Wobblies" in our Chelsea showroom. If not, you must visit her website, and come in to see the color samples. We can place orders for you from our 17th street location, but check her website too. Brigitte works out of her studio in Red Hook, Brooklyn, so she's a neighbor, and provided all of the crisp white ceramics at the show:

http://web.me.com/bbceramics/Brigitte_Bouquet/home.html

Just Shades in Soho was also a fantastic help to us during crunch time too. Our Custom Shade was produced and delivered in less than a week...def check them out for any shade needs...

http://www.justshadesny.com/

Most of all, thanks so much to all of you who came by and said hello, or discovered us for the first time. We hope you enjoyed what you saw, and appreciate any feedback you can offer. Please come by and see us again soon...


THANK YOU TO ALL FOR A GREAT SHOW!!!

Where would we be without trees?

Our passion for wood goes hand in hand with a deep appreciation for trees, a feeling beautifully expressed in “The Night Life of TREES”.  I discovered this handmade gem at Spoonbill & Sugartown in Williamsburg. The title first caught my eye, but the illustrations really won me over. This one is “The Night of the Glowing Sember”. 

Three renowned artists, includingBhajju Shyam , of the Gond tribe of central India lent their talents to weaving together this collection of Hindi short stories. Today was the perfect day to bring it out to the hammock and have a look.

An intricately detailed tree spirit accompanies each story, silk screened by hand on black paper. My favorite is  “The Tree of Song”. Traditional forest dwellers, the Gonds believe that the lives of trees and humans are deeply interconnected.  Much like the way our furniture is made, this book is crafted by hand, created in the Tara Publishing workshop by a group of craftspeople from local villages, using hand processes. If you find a copy, don’t pass it by, this is one to cherish.

ARTISTS NEEDED!!!

Are you an artist, and want a place to show your work?
We are looking to show some new, bright pieces in our Chelsea showroom.

Please send samples and your info to:
info@fromthesourceny.com

2010 Architectural Digest Home Design Show

Come visit us next week at the 2010 Architectural Digest Home Design Show, sponsored by Architectural Digest and The New York Times. The show starts Thursday 3/18 at Pier 94, and runs through Sunday 3/21, but is only open to the public Friday - Sunday.

Please visit the From the Source booth, number 750, and check out some of our new furniture and accessories...



If you would like complimentary passes, please send an email to info@fromthesourceny.com, with AD Show in the subject line.

Restaurant Show

If you didn't make it to our booth at the International Restaurant Show at the Javits Center last week, here are some images we wanted to share...

The beautiful Ingas slab door was welcoming signage for visitors. We showcased the standard FTS pairing; rustic wood, with iron. Here, our logo was handmade with iron letters, which we applied to a piece of rosewood.


Below, a fun, new concept; an i-pod doc that maintains rustic sensibilities, with a fresh, modern, streamlined look. We are starting integrate acrylic into our line, so stay tuned to see the other creative ways we use the material...


Inside the booth, we highlighted the vertical applications of Ingas, Sonokeling and our Reclaimed Railroad Ties. This photograph showcases some other new products as well; our Teak "Sanoma" chairs ($250), Painted teak table tops ($85), Wireframe "Nest" table bases ($150), and our one of a kind Vine Pendant light ($650).


Below, a close up view of the pendant light, as well as our Sonokeling wall applications. Additionally, an alternate usage of the painted teak; shown here as benches, which flank our new "Flip" table. The teak table top sits square at 36", but "flips" open to become a 5' round.