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With my upcoming birthday- now that I feel I no longer have any special numbers to look forward to- I find myself embracing things that are no longer considered age appropriate.  In a sense, I am now free to choose my mental age.  I am as old as I feel, and am falling in love with this whimsical new brand that has recently popped into our Gift Shop.

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With growth charts, mobiles, and kid-friendly, shatterproof acrylic in place of glass in framed prints, Petit Collage may be geared toward the smaller customer, but can be enjoyed by any age.  With the perfect combination of vintage modern, playful illustration, and colorful collage, these prints are simply endearing.

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Each collage is a limited edition of 50.  Within each of the 50 pieces there are slight variations in color and vintage paper used, so each work of art is truly unique.  The prints are on maple veneer in hardwood maple frames with a no-VOC finish.  Made in San Francisco, each detail has been carefully thought out.  It’s always a pleasure to find out that the products you love are being consciously and sustainably produced.  As I grow older, I’m growing wiser: there’s my glass-half-full approach to my upcoming birthday!  Happy shopping!

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To see more Petit Collage available on our website:

Jungle Animals Mobile

Animal Tower Print

Camera Girl Print

Owl Love Print

Elephant with Calf Print

Jeff Pulver and the #140conf Roadtrip- Tweetup

A funny thing happened on Twitter the other day….

Yes, it sounds like some sort of opening line for a joke, but the truth is that great things can happen when you open up the dialog, and Twitter can be a great place to do just that.

For those who don’t know, Jeff Pulver is a well know and respected member of the Twitter community as well as being an Internet entrepreneur. Probably best known for being a pioneer in the VOIP/VON industry. (that’s voice over network), Jeff has also established himself as an investor in fledgling startups as well as a huge proponent of internet video and Social Media.  Recently, Jeff has produced the 140 characters conferences in several cities around the world.  The conferences tackle all sorts of ideas and issues regarding Twitter and social media in the world we live in.  And now he is coming to Madison!

Between conferences, Jeff is adding a Social Media Roadtrip to his schedule and traveling through the Midwest.  On Twitter the other day @jeffpulver was looking for a stop in Wisconsin.  15 minutes later, and that stop on the Roadtrip will be The Century House- Home & Office Showroom at 3420 University Ave. (thanks in no small part to our friend @tkpleslie -thanks Leslie)  Take a look here:

So let’s have a Tweetup!! I hope that you can join us: Friday, August 27th Noon-2pm as Jeff Pulver rolls in to town. (If you need help navigating all the University Ave. construction, just let us know…:-)

What does all this have to do with a Furniture Store?  At The Century House we appreciate an opportunity. An opportunity to have fun, share with our community and maybe learn… An opportunity to get together with smart people and exchange ideas… Sounds like a perfect fit!

Please Join Us!!  You can Register for Free!

And take a look at the details on Jeff’s Roadtrip site.

Wishbone Madness

rtemagicc_ch24bluerow_front_13We excitedly welcome the new Blue Series of Wishbone chairs, made by Carl Hansen & Son.  These cool blue colors are a brand new concept, but the design of the Wishbone chair goes back much further…

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This distinctive chair is just one of Danish designer Hans J. Wegner’s five hundred chair designs, and dates back to 1950.  The distinct “Y” shape of the back gave this furniture piece its Wishbone name.  Although, I have to say the best part of the design is the beautiful curve of the top of the chair.  It creates the perfect arm rest during casual conversations.

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Carl Hansen & Son places a great emphasis on adhering to Wegner’s original detailed drawings and use of natural materials.  All of the wood used comes from renewable and sustainable sources.  The hand-woven paper cord seat truly sets this design apart, and it’s quite comfortable too!

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The Blue Series introduces new and exciting color options along with a white paper cord seat that makes the blue really pop.  Each shade of blue has a unique and vibrant personality.  The Caspian Blue is a brilliant teal that makes a bold statement, while the Cayman Blue has a very soft and dreamy look.  We’ve chosen to put one of each of the four blues around our table, allowing us to pick our favorite of the day to sit in.  And, yes, our favorites do change on a daily basis!  Also, check out the new Citrus series, which offers four refreshing shades of green…

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“The chair is the thing that is closest to people so it is important that its detailing is in order.  I feel details as much as I see them.  People touch the furniture, they see with their hands.” -Hans J. Wegner

To see more pics of the Wishbone chairs in our showroom, check out The Century House on facebook.

-Katy