We had a big special surprise we were hoping to unveil today in lieu of our item of the week but, damn that heat, we just couldn't seem to get it done in time. We promise next week we'll have an extra special item of the week to make it up. Until then, here are some teasing photos that mean nothing out of context but will make you say "Ohhhh!" next week!
Ok, so maybe that last one was just for fun.
See you all tomorrow at the Studio City Farmers Market 8-2!
Are they practical? Well, no. Useful? Not quite but they are hand made, have exquisite detail and while they may not be home in your average Los Angeles apartment they sure are home in the Lord family of Philadelphia's pool house.
The above clip is from the movie The Philadelphia Story, my favorite and the Oscar winning 1940 film starring Cary Grant, Katherine Hepburn & Jimmy Stewart (What!? All three! I know!). While my love for this movie & New England WASP background just might have something to do my eyes always going to the Sailboats no matter where I am in the room, it is also their delicate balance of whimsy and masculinity, sturdiness and grace and impeccable detailing that keeps me coming back for a closer look.
The larger one, or "The True Love" as I have affectionately named it, stands 33.5" tall from base of the stand to the Masthead and 26" from the Stern to the Bow. The rudder can me moved from side to side and when it does the "rope" moves through the hoist lanyard cleat like it would on an actual sailboat. In fact the model works so much like a sailboat you might get a passable grade on a boating test just by playing with it. It is on sale for $120.*
The smaller one, or "My She's Yar", stands 13" tall from base to Masthead and is one foot across. It comes with a removable rudder and while it may not be as accurate as "The True Love" is had great accessories such as two oars, a life raft and fish nets. It is being sold for $40.**
I may have been born and raised in Los Angeles but whenever I see these two boats I dream of moving east where the houses are sturdy, history is everywhere, the people look like 40s movie stars with the cutting wit to match, and there are always perfectly made martini's being served on the patio (don't tell me if those last few aren't true!). So while they may not be useful, these boats represent the "Yar" ideal explained by Ms. Hepburn as, "easy to handle, quick to the helm, fast, bright", all without pretensions and instead with a healthy dose of whimsy. Whether you live by the ocean, have an aspiring sailor in the house or are just feeling nostalgic for back east these two boats will make a nice addition to any vintage collection.
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It's a very exciting day at Hide & Seek! Our first write up has made it's way to the Internet! Check it out here: My Daily Find. We're just tickled pink about it.
Also Welcome to All who have come here after reading Karen's article. Keep checking back for more! There's tons of info here for you already but feel free to comment with any questions! In the mean time here's a video of Rita Pavone, one of my favorite 60s Italian pop stars, doing what she does best, rocking mod outfits and doing her own European spin on 60s dance trends.
As of today we have starting selling pickles, and not just any pickle! Our dear friend Doug McNatton, an incredible personal chef, brought us a case of his Aunt Hazel's famous Bread & Butter Pickles, still hot from canning! I had my first experience with his pickles when I found a jar of them in my parents fridge while visiting them. I ate the whole thing in one sitting (they don't call them snacking pickles for nothing)! Since then I have bought practically every kind of bread & butter pickle you can find in the LA area, and most of Brooklyn, but none compare to the tart, vinegary, crunchy, flavorful taste of Aunt Hazel's. So now after two years we are reunited and I get to share them with you. While half of me hopes no one buys any so I can take them all home I know my doctor and your palate will thank you for buying a jar. At $8 a jar there is no reason not to!
Hope to see you all tomorrow at the farmers market. We'll be open 8am - 2pm!
Come and gaze upon our very FIRST Item Of The Week!
This beautiful 20s lamp is made out of gilded bronze and cut crystal with a thin sheet of gold that is wearing through giving it a great vintage feel. It stands 33" tall from base to the top of the harp and 10" across the base. We're guessing it's Polyhymnia the muse of poetry based on her veil and robes (though her sassy smirk makes me think it might be Thalia the muse of comedy) but what it really reminds me of are some of my favorite 20s film actresses such as Louise Brooks (pictured above) Thelma Todd or Evelyn Brent! Not only does she share their heart shaped faces (and do I detect the famous Clara Bow lips) but it's not hard to imagine this lamp in the back drop of Pandora's Box or The Bohemian Girl! It truly is a wonderful find and at $198 it's a steal!
Please feel free to call us at (818) 763-2060 with any questions or visit us at our store Hide & Seek. We do over the phone orders for anyone who doesn't live in the area and will soon be setting up an Etsy account to make it even easier! Be sure to keep checking back!
