It's New Year's Eve, and 2010 is just hours away. To celebrate exciting new beginnings and reflect back on all of the wonderful memories of 2009, we've put assembled a "recap" of our favorite products from all nine of our St. Louis Homes and Lifestyles issues from the past year. Enjoy, and have a happy and safe New Year!
JANUARY/FEBRUARY
Cabinet Hardware (left to right)
1. Exquisite Swarovski crystal knobs from Schnarr's Hardware, www.schnarrs.com.
2. Impressive Mother-of-Pearl and penshell creatures from Karr Bick, www.karrbick.com.
MARCH
Wallcoverings (left to right)
1. Antonina Vella, pattern no. OPO450X, from G.M. Doveikis & Associates, www.gmdoveikis.com.
2. F. Schumacher & Co.® Pamona vine in Fawn from F. Schumacher & Co.®, www.fschumacher.com.
3. F. Schumacher & Co.® Sconset Embroidered Raffia in Natural from F. Schumacher & Co.®, www.fschumacher.com.
4. F. Schumacher & Co.® Spellbound in Espresso & Copper from F. Schumacher & Co.®, www.fschumacher.com.
5. F. Schumacher & Co.® Kyoko Mica in Silver from The Finishing Touch, www.finishingtouchdecorating.com.
APRIL
Garden Containers & Shades of Yellow
1. Make a fun statement with these decorative cachepots from Seasonal Concepts, www.seasonalconceptsonline.com.
2. Buttery ceramic pears from Ambassador for the Home, A Division of Ambassador Floor, www.forthehomestl.com.
3. These brightly colored "Olivia" planters will make you and your flowers happy, from Ahner's Garden & Gifts, www.ahners.com.
4 & 5. Recliner and ottoman from Design Within Reach, www.dwr.com.
6. Sunburst mirror from Ethan Allen, www.ethanallen.com.
7. Abstract sunset painting from Ambassador for the Home, A Division of Ambassador Floor, www.forthehomestl.com.
8. Iridescent table lamp from For the Home, A Division of Ambassador Floor, www.forthehomestl.com.
9. Natural occasional chair and ottoman from Ethan Allen, www.ethanallen.com.
MAY
Jewels for the Home & Nautical Décor
1. Mirrored three-drawer chest from Ooh La La, www.oohlalahomefurnishings.com.
2. Iconic pendants from the Tiffany Keys Collection from Tiffany & Co., www.tiffany.com.
3. "Alexandra" chandelier with embossed metal, gold leaf and hand-blown glass from Jaffe Lighting, www.jaffelighting.com.
4. Jeweled crab napkin rings from Byron Cade, www.byroncadegifts.com.
5. Nautical pillows from Williams-Sonoma Home, www.wshome.com.
JUNE/JULY
Founts of Beauty & Grilling Gadgets
1. An elegant copper fountain exudes relaxation, from Smith & Hawken.
2. Grilling cookbooks from St. Louis Home Fires, 15053 Manchester Rd., 636-256-6564.
3. The Henri Studio "La Crosse" stone fountain illuminates glistening strands of water, from Terra, www.terrastl.com.
4. GrillPro® corn roaster from Fireside Hearth & Grill Center, 14224 Manchester Rd., 636-394-6100, or 2390 Centerline Ind. Dr., 314-567-6260.
5. Southern Home flavored barbecue sauces and Fire & Flavor grilling planks from St. Louis Home Fires, 15053 Manchester Rd., 636-256-6564.
6. A mesmerizing glow defines a beautifully lit cascade in this Henri Studio "Fenelon Falls" fountain from Terra, www.terrastl.com.
7. A glazed ceramic urn brings serenity to intimate outdoor settings, from Smith & Hawken.
8. The "Verona" fountain has the look of cracked marble, from Ahner's Garden & Gifts, www.ahners.com.
AUGUST
Splendid Spa Products
1. Kohler white bathtub and lavatory bowl with Symbol faucets from Premier Plumbing Studio, www.wpsco.com.
2. Ann Sacks, Erin Adams Facet collection, vine with birds glass mosaic tiles from Tallman/Classic Kitchens, Baths & Tile, www.tallmancompany.com.
3. Kohler Serif bath whirlpool in white, Fairfax fixtures and Revival handshower in polished chrome, from Premier Plumbing Studio, www.wpsco.com.
4. Stone Forest bronzed chalice in white bronze and weathered bronze finishes, from Henry Plumbing, www.henryplumbing.com.
5. JACLO Spa Rain Canopy from Karr Bick Kitchen & Bath, www.karrbick.com.
6. Native Trails Aspen tub in brushed nickel from Premier Plumbing, www.wpsco.com.
SEPTEMBER
Timeless Treasures & Undercover Spaces
1. Antique Chinese red lacquer desk (c. 1820) from Heirlooms, 32 N. Brentwood Blvd., 314-862-7757.
2 & 3. Green and white vintage-inspired Somerset Bay handcrafted tables from The Designing Block, www.thedesigningblock.net.
4. (Left to right) Hand-painted porcelain vase and Belgian antique porcelain vase from The Boutique at Diane Breckenridge Interiors, www.breckenridgeinteriors.com.
5. Vintage French country occasional chair punctuated with damask fabric, from Recycled Rose, 421 N. Sappington Rd., 314-822-2857.
6. Jules Chéret poster (1897) from Jules L. Pass Antiques, Ltd., 9916 Clayton Rd., 314-991-1522.
7. This hearthside pergola creates a comfortable outdoor gathering space that is perfect for evening get-togethers, from California Custom Decks, www.caldecks.com.
OCTOBER
Fashion for the Fireplace (Indoor and Outdoor)
1. Malm freestanding fireplace from Design Within Reach, www.dwr.com.
2. Infinite zero clearance gas fireplace, the Marquis Collection by Kingsman, from Fireside Hearth & Grill Center or Gas Appliance Service, www.gasapplianceservice.net.
3. FireRock outdoor fireplace by Green Guys Landscaping, LLC, www.gglands.com.
4. FireShapes by Rasmussen Iron Works, Inc. replace traditional gas logs and come in a variety of colors and shapes, from Fireside Hearth & Grill Center or Gas Appliance Service, www.gasapplianceservice.net.
5. Peacock fire screen by Janice Minor from Neiman Marcus, www.neimanmarcus.com.
6. American Fireglass replaces gas logs and burns clear, from St. Louis Home Fires, 15053 Manchester Rd,, 636-256-6564.
7. Green metallic ceramic fire pot from Neiman Marcus, www.neimanmarcus.com.
8. Custom-made fire pit table from Summer Classics at Mansfield Nursery, www.mansfieldnursery.com.
NOVEMBER/DECEMBER
Holiday Bowls & Gifts for the Gardener
1. Cobalt blue bowl with an iridescent finish inside, from Limited Additions, www.limitedadditionsgallery.com.
2. Magnolia ivory stacking bowls from The Boutique at Diane Breckenridge Interiors, www.breckenridgeinteriors.com.
3. Geo birdhouse by Kelly Lamb from the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago, www.mchicago.org.
