Now You See It, Now You Don't

This beautiful Cane back sofa sold the first day on the floor (price $1800). The most difficult part of maintaining the web-site is sometimes the stock sells before I even get a photo. My apologies to all my Vancouver clients, who I know wish they could see more on the site. The reality is, I can give people a sample of the kinds of furniture that you will see in Surroundings, and a price point for future reference.

A lovely 1930's armchair re-upholstered in a linen blend, sold for $1285.

One of the many spectacular chandeliers that came through the store this fall. This one sold for $495.

This is one of the best Canadiana dressers I have had. All the wood knobs are original, as well as the escutcheons ( keyhole covers). The escutcheons are almost always damaged in a piece this old ( circa 1870). The dresser sold for $850.

I know we all lead busy lives, and it is not always easy getting into the store. But, for those who really want something special for their home, making regular visits to the store is required. Remember if you have a  request, we keep a wish list for our customers.

Vroom Vroom

It is a 1950's soap box racer. Fun. I found the racer a few months ago in several pieces. It now sits proudly up for sale in the store $885.00. Yes, it has steering, and No, there are no brakes. I love the wheels, they most likely came from an old pram. A lot of love went into making this racer back in its day.

The best part of this little racer is the memories that it is conjuring in all my customers. It seems many of us remember building or own version of the soapbox racer as kids. I remember my siblings building pretty primitive go-carts and then take them flying down our driveway, across the road, and into the neighbors apple orchard. I know, your wondering where were my parents. Alas those were the days when kids ran around freely, unsupervised, learning a great deal.

It did not take long before one little customer asked politely if she could get into the racer. Vroom, vroom, and away she goes.