Happy fall!During my drive to the shop this past Monday morning, I actually had the heat on. The season is, once again, changing. The parched landscape will soon be rehydrated and revitalized. Golden hues will be replaced by rich jewel tones. And it will be time to focus on fall [...]
Hello, there ~ Did you hear the news? We just received a new shipment :) It's a large and eclectic one with finds from Belgium, England, France and Sweden. New arrivals include:- Original twentieth-century art with early frames - Antique gilded, painted, sunburst and Venetian mirrors - Classic white ironstone [...]
Greetings ~ So here it is: another holiday season! I hope you are feeling as festive as I am. Jingle! Jingle!! What are your holiday plans? Christmas Eve is traditionally spent with the Troeschels, and this year, Tom's brother and sister-in-law, Paul and Chris, will graciously host the family at [...]
Basement...just that word itself is depressing! For many of us having basements, they are often times treated as low priorities on the decorating list. It ends up being relegated as a someday project. Well, that someday came for Tom and me. Since moving into our 1918 house back in 2007, [...]
Blue and white, I've got a crush on you! Always have, always will. This popular color combination is one of my favorites. I love its familiar yet surprisingly fresh vibe. On Swedish gray surfaces, blue and white looks effortless and lovely. It's cool, calming and crisp against the Gustavian palette. [...]
Stylish entertaining is an art. For Michelle Pangallo, my good friend and client, setting a gracious table, creating beautiful floral arrangements and whipping up mouthwatering courses all come naturally. Together with her husband CD, they are the ultimate hosts! I recently attended a splendid luncheon at Michelle and CD's Swedish [...]
Dear Friends, It's hhhhhere! The new shipment has been unloaded, dusted and cataloged. Gleaned from Belgium, England, France and Sweden, there are many classics as well as a few surprises. If you are thinking of updating your home for spring and summer, might I suggest an antique to add that [...]
Shall I start at the beginning? I'll keep it brief :)10 years ago, Tom and I signed a lease for a small shop and, within a couple months, opened Tone on Tone. Prior to that, we were accumulating inventory in the basement of our home, which by the way flooded [...]
Hello ~ Welcome back! How was your summer? While I am sad summer break is over, I am looking forward to seeing everyone again. Fall is the season to catch up, reconnect, and make new friends. If you are in the DC area, please visit us at the shop! Over [...]
Yes, I love light-colored floors! And I often receive questions about our bleached floors. So let me share what I know. Let's get started! Whitewashed floors have been around for hundreds of years in Sweden and Scandinavia. Because the Nordic winters are so long and dark, having light-colored floors help [...]
