Currently Inspired: Handcrafted Wooden Birds

We are so excited that spring is finally here. Not just because of all the sunshine and warm weather we've been having, but because for us, spring means a fresh start with new projects, new ideas and brand new products! One of our favorite new spring collections is by local artist Collin Garrity. Like all the other birds that have returned for spring, these gorgeous wooden birds are here to stay! Handcrafted from exotic and reclaimed woods, each bird is as beautiful and unique as the next. If you're like us and always looking for a new office companion or something special to add to your shelf, then look no further! These little birds will keep you company all spring long with their beautiful colors and minimal design.

Available at The Paris Market.

For the Table: Handmade Napkin Rings

When we begin setting our table, whether it be for a simple meal for two or an entire spread for all of our friends and family, we like to be able to bring something that makes the table truly unique. In many cases, napkin rings can seem like an over embellishment and the last thing we want is to make a meal feel too formal and alienate our guests. However, when done right, napkin rings can really add that extra nuance to the table, bringing a subtle accent to the rest of the decor. Such is the case with our latest collection of wooden napkin rings, handmade by Collin Garrity. A beautiful assortment of exotic woods, each napkin ring matches its quality with beauty and undoubtedly brings life to each place setting at the table. Perfect for small or large gatherings, formal and informal, and unquestionably a beautiful accent to your table, these handmade napkin rings are an absolute must have this spring!  

Available at The Paris Market.

The day after Chrismas...

It's always hard to know how to treat the day after Christmas. So much has been building up to the most magical day of the year, how do you come down from that? For most it's a time to relax and take in the beauty and the business of the day before. For the still young at heart its a day to play (or display) with all the goodies you received on Christmas morning. For the grinch among us, its time to start tearing down the tree and trimmings, and go back to business as usual. Wherever you may be this day-after-Christmas, we hope you had a beautiful holiday filled with loved ones and good cheer! We're taking today (and as many of the next few days as we can...) to hold on to the magic of this time of peace and joy just a little bit longer. Snuggle under the tree at least one more evening, and take in this special time to be with loved ones. We've had a wonderful season of decoration preparations, and hope you've enjoyed it as well! If you waited too long to pick up that special something this year (or are already thinking ahead to next year...) come by the store and check out the lovely Christmas ornaments that are still on display- starting today all Holiday decor is 50% off!
Wishing you all a weekend of warm wishes!

Holiday Inspiration: Christmas trees

Embarking on a family outing in search for the most beautiful Christmas tree is always one of our absolute favorite holiday activities. Choosing the right size, shape, smell, color and making sure the needles aren't too prickly is all part of the joy of discovering the perfect tree. Being one of the most popular holiday traditions, the Christmas tree is a very old custom developed in early modern Germany with predecessors dating all the way back to the 16th century! We don't have to spell out every reason why we love Christmas trees, however we will mention that we love them so much so that we like to decorate the house with not just one tree, but a whole forest's worth! We don't mean a living room full of ceiling scraping trees, but trees of all sizes, from 2 inches to 2 feet. Whether they're hand carved from wood, dappled with snow, sparse or fully decorated, it's the variety we love most! Our favorite way to decorate is to mix several shapes and sizes, making a personalized collection to help liven up a mantle, tabletop or shelf with all of the holiday cheer the traditional Christmas tree has to offer! Happy tree hunting and decorating!

Available at The Paris Market.

Holiday Inspiration: Mercury Glass Ornaments

Always a Paris Market favorite, silvered "mercury" glass is considered one of the first true "art glass" types, that is, glass that was made for display and for its inherent artistic value rather than for utilitarian use. Originally produced in the Czech Republic dating back to roughly 1840, mercury glass quickly became popular throughout Germany and England before making its way to the United States. In order to create mercury glass, a glassblower must make a double walled glass first, while adding silver between the layers with a liquid silvering solution, which is then sealed. Although mercury was originally used to provide the reflective coating for mirrors, elemental mercury was never used to create tableware. Nowadays, traditional techniques are no longer implemented, including the double wall and solid bottom found in authentic mercury glass decorations. Call us old fashioned, but mercury glass ornaments never seem to go out of style! Eternally classic and always beautiful, the silvery shine of mercury glass always adds that extra Christmas glint to the rest of our holiday decor!

'Tis the Season { the holidays are here }

It's that time of year...the most wonderful time of the year! Santa came a little early to The Paris Market and he's brought a little something for everyone. With the holidays right around the corner, all the little Paris Market elves have been busy making the store look as beautiful as Christmas morning! There's so many nooks packed with hidden treasures, trees dappled with a universe of ornaments and mantles lined all kinds of holiday cheer that it would be impossible to capture all of it with a camera, but we thought we would take a few snapshots anyway. Be sure to stop by to really appreciate all of the joy The Paris Market has to offer this wonderful season! Happy Holidays!

Weekend Inspiration: Bar essentials

At the end of a long week relaxing is an absolute must and what better way to kick off the weekend than an after work cocktail? With so many stylish accessories available these days, it's hard not to want to install a bar in your own house. From our forged iron bottle openers to our horn spoons, shot glasses to flasks, nutcrackers to corkscrews, playing barkeep has never seemed like so much. Even if happy hour doesn't intrigue you, our bar accessories are nevertheless just as inspiring as objects of interest as they are tools. This weekend, whether you're unwinding with a beverage in your favorite armchair, or just looking to add a little bit of interest to the homestead, our bar accessories will undoubtedly continue to inspire. Have a great weekend!

Back to School

As of today, SCAD is officially back in full swing! The first classes of the Fall quarter began this morning and already the city of Savannah seems to have regained its energy from the calmer, more quiet months of Summer. As the life of a student goes, the back to school regime undoubtedly requires a few necessities. Whether you're in need of a notebook to keep track of your crazy schedule, candles to freshen up your homestead, a clock to keep track of when to go to bed or a mug to fill with coffee, you can rest assure all the essentials can be found here at The Paris Market. Your dorm room will be the most stylish one this year!