Monday, May 31, 2010

Clean again...


The old ModPod got a good scrubbing inside and out. And much to my surprise not only did all of the ugly green repaint power-wash off, but the original graphics were intact underneath. And in great shape!

Tuesday, May 25, 2010

Mod Pod

I have an Aristocrat Lo-Liner travel trailer that I have been working on as time allows. This coming weekend has been dedicated to this little gem. It's been a few years since I've been able to take her out and it is time. So, she's going to get a good scrubbing inside and a much needed power washing outside. Hopefully a trip out to the desert before it gets to crazy hot. Fingers crossed...

Sunday, May 23, 2010

At last...

Have been looking for a Bramin lounge chair for some time. Just picked up this Selig today from Atomic Bazaar [located in San Diego] - it is in amazing condition and very similar to the Bramin.

Friday, May 21, 2010

Thursday, May 20, 2010

Hutch

So, now that I have a cool set of vintage dinnerware to display of course I need to find a suitable vintage hutch for said display. Some ideas:





Monday, May 17, 2010

My Blue Heaven

I got a set of these from my Mom some time ago ['Blue Heaven' from Royal China Co.] - almost have a full set. Another f'n thing to obsess over...

Friday, May 14, 2010

SD MCM - Craig Ellwood


I believe this to be the only Craig Ellwood home in San Diego [finally figured out where it is and going to snoop this weekend]. Here is a great article on the history and restoration of the house by the current owner Keith York who has an amazing blog on mid century modern in San Diego.
Bobertz residence now and upon completion in 1955
Interior shot now and then:



Wall art

I picked up this cool vintage-y looking piece of wall art from a local artist. It's made of old square head nails and brass...

It somewhat reminds of Curtis Jere:



When I went to pick up the piece, I was invited into the artist's home. His wife is an artist as well [amazing free-form ceramic sculptures]. Anyway, entering their home was like walking into a mid-century museum. Original Bertoia and Eames furniture, Jere wall sculptures, a Miro original painting, on and on... truly a treat.

Monday, May 10, 2010

Hello scruffy minx...

Cheap Craigslist find. Needs a fair amount of TLC [ok, a lot] but couldn't say no... She will need a good redo [a la chairfag]. Since the base is pretty shot, I'm going to attempt to modify it to the same height as the harder to find lounge base [one is kicking it in the background]. All dimensions appear to be the same so may work out...

Friday, May 7, 2010

Eames cat

Not sure what this is all about but loved the pic...