Pattern above by Julia Rothman
Morning guys! Those of you who follow my ramblings on Twitter know that we’ve been slowly getting rid of things in our home to prepare for the move in a few weeks. We have a crazy-fast turn-around time for the move, so I’m trying to lighten the load in preparation for buying some fresh pieces to fit our new space. I was overwhelmed with emails from people interested in buying some of our mid-century pieces, so I thought I’d go ahead and open up our home this weekend for a modified yard sale. Since we don’t have a yard, we’ll be inviting anyone interested in picking up some of our things to our actual apartment to check everything out in person. I’m really ready to embrace a new style, so we’ll be selling our mid-century credenza, Kofod-Larsen rocking chair (great for kids), mid-century side table, Eames-style side chair, artwork, framed chalkboard, chandelier, various ceramics and small sculptural objects, vintage red storage unit (one of my favorites), white West Elm mirror, standing ball lamp, vintage orange glass lamp, two Madeline Weinrib rugs and much more. (I’ve uploaded some images after the jump if you want to see them in more detail.)
If you’re interested in stopping by, we’ll be having our “yard sale” this Saturday, February 26th from 11am–5pm (Brooklyn, NY).
If you’d like to attend, please shoot me an email at DESIGNSPONGE at GMAIL dot com and I’ll send you the address (Please title your email “YARD SALE”). See you soon! xo, grace
UPDATE: Hi guys! We received over 300 RSVps for the yard sale so I’m closing the RSVPs now because our little apartment just can’t hold that many people. Sorry about that, I didn’t expect to hear from that many people so fast!
Kofod-Larsen rocking chair (with Hable Construction fabric)
Mid-century credenza/dresser (there is a hole in the back panel because we made room for our TV cables)
A wide mix of framed artwork (much more available)
“Grace” chandelier from Crate and Barrel (hanging above)
Madeline Weinrib zigzag rug, bedside sconces and John Robshaw quilt
Madeline Weinrib patterned rug
Tall mid-century dresser
West Elm mirror
Lighting and candelabra
Framed chalkboard
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very jealous of anyone able to partake in the ‘yard’ sale. you have some amazing pieces that i’m sure will be cherished in their new home!
You have some amazing pieces! Too bad I live in South America, otherwise I’d definitely run over there and grab some for my own place…
Wow, I wish I lived closer…love that chalkboard! Good luck with the sale!
I want the credenzas!! Alas, I don’t live there and just can’t justify the trip. Happy moving, congratulations on finding your new place.
What city is this in?
How much for the cats?! :)
i just emailed! but i also wanted to share this link with you. apparently the Limewire offices in Brooklyn are auctioning off their office furniture (and it’s pretty outstanding). prices range from $75 to $2,500. thought you might be interested! the URL is sohoforsale dot tumblr dot com
check out that driftwood console table …
sorry. obviously not in brooklyn. but pickup available for nyc/brooklyn peeps.
lol. the cats aren’t for sale. though, one time my landlord actually said about turk, “you could get a lot of money for that cat”. what???
g
tracy
sorry, it’s in brooklyn :)
g
Definitely interested! I live in Brooklyn and am closing on an apartment in Park Slope in the very near future!
Wow…you really are starting over! Two years ago we moved from a split level to a contemporary home here in NC and it’s been a blast trying new things. We brought a lot of our old stuff too for that collected look and for the memories but the new mix is exciting! How fun…good luck with your new place – hope to see lots of pics!
Wow! Wish I lived close right now! :) Thanks for sharing with all of us though! I’m excited to see where your new style will take you! New furniture no matter what style is fun!
Ack! I WANT THOSE RUGS! Will you ship them to Dallas??? *Pretty please with a cherry on top* :)
Maybe you have already mentioned this in a previous post, but what new style will you be embracing? Can you give us a hint or pics?
Wish I could make it. I’d take that little rocking chair lickity-split!!
Hi CC!
I actually did post some ideas :)
http://designsponge.com/2011/02/current-obsessions-mostly-grown-up-grace.html
Grace
Aw, I still remember when you got the rocking chair. It’s like a little piece of d*s history!
oh man oh man I wish I could be in Brooklyn!! Unfortunately, California is a bit far… I’m smitten with that framed Chalkboard and West Elm Mirror!
I am considering flying to NYC for that credenza. So lovely and so jealous of everyone who can actually go!
Oh Grace!
I wish you luck. I feel ya know the grown up aspect. Being 29 counting down the days til 30 I find myself at a crossroads of what I was, what I am and what I want to be. I walked into my house yesterday and thought to myself “I don’t collectively like any of this…how did it come to this point?” I hope the new place provides a fresh start to reclaim your YOU!!
Yarrrrr! I can’t wait to see how you decorate your new place. Isn’t it funny how fast our tastes change? When you first posted Matte Stephens sneak peek, I thought “Oh man that is my DREAM home!” and now, even though I still love it, it’s not my dream home anymore. Even just 3 years ago I had color explosions all over my house, and now I find myself buying a lot of gray things and antique things that aren’t mid-century… Anyway, just sayin’ I can’t wait to see what you do. And your new patio – can’t even believe how good it looks already even undecorated. :)
i would kill for the credenzas! I’m so impressed you are able to part with this stuff for the greater good! My packrat tendencies probably wouldn’t allow it, but I can’t wait to see where you go from here.
oooh even though i am a teensy bit jealous (ok very jealous) to be an 8 hour drive away…I’ll be sending some friends over ! at least they can perhaps score smthg instead of me! lucky them -
ah living vicariously through others ! :)
I am in love with the rugs in your home. All of them.
WANT! the rocking chair is awesome. Too bad I’m not in the states till April, and even then, I don’t think it’d travel well longhall back to New Zealand :/
Please say you’ll sell the rugs online! :-) Just like an earlier post…pretty please!
crissy
i’m afraid this is all local pickup only, sorry :(
g
IN LOVE with the white mirror and jealously jealous of whomever walks away with it! i feel like moving just so i can have a shot at it, but that’s hardly practical at all :)
Mostly, I am just sitting here I wished nearby…!
I have that exact same rocking chair! With a matching side chair! They came from my great grandmother-she had amazing taste!
i live in brooklyn and am closing on a new home tomorrow and really need some items for it. can i please, pretty please come on saturday???
antonia
i’m so sorry, we’re way, way overbooked as it is so i have to make a cut off somewhere. i’m so sorry, i did not expect that many people. :(
grace
Hi Grace- I LOVE your dining chairs! Can you please tell me where you got them? Thanks!
love, love, love madeline weinrib rugs. just great design and oh the multitude of colors to choose from.
hi lauren!
they’re from william sonoma home- i don’t think they have them anymore though :(
g
How much for the orange glass mushroom lamp? I live in Turkey but will pay shipping.
Love the alphabet poster, is it an original?
Let me get this straight you have babies on the brain and you want to sell that adorable little rocking chair?
lisa
ha, yes. they’ve been on my brain for years and i’m still not ready ;)
grace
kelli
yes, but it’s not for sale, sorry :(
grace
yet another reason i’m bummed i don’t live in NY anymore…
so jealous of all the fun finds people are going to get! i am only comforted in that nothing would fit in our little airstream so i could only window shop anyway (:
good luck on your sale!!
What a great idea – an online garage sale ! Wishing you loads of luck Grace !
Haha, not a very promising picture:
first a photo of the rug on sale, then a photo with the cat scratching it!
I’d love to be on the wait-list! Will be in NYC on Saturday. Thanks!
laurianne
it is a yard sale, all of the furniture will be used or gently used. although that photo is actually of turk stretching, not scratching ;)
grace
saved to my favorites
Wow, Grace. I remember the post about moving to a more “grown-up” style. It may not feel like you anymore, but your current apt is far more sophisticated than you’re giving it credit for. You have a great sense of style. Can’t wait to see the next incarnation–please share pics of your new space!
Maybe a little more Savannah (and the South) will pop up in your next incarnation. Have fun in new apartment — deck is glorious! Hope garage sale was good! Molly (in the South :)
Aw I missed it. Will there be another one in NYC anytime soon?
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