shops to inspire: africanmarketbaskets

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how to fake an entryway

entryway is important because it provides "pause" between outside and inside of the house, not to mention prevents clutter from happening.  we have a very tiny living room with no foyer, therefore faking it is the only way to go.

i placed two antique chests against a mirror to serve as a makeshift table.  you may also use console table or round table with enough storage for keys, wallets, papers, et cetera.  the mirror is for checking yourself before answering or leaving the door.

after that, i created a vignette of things that i love such as books, large wooden bowl to corral small items, and a pair of wooden owls.  a stool would be very helpful as well for easy on and off of shoes.  this is one practical addition you can create in minutes with things you already have in your house.

carved wood home accessories mini-haul

i got very lucky with these amazing wooden accessories from the recent bazaar at robinsons, imus branch.  these are all beautifully carved and made lovingly by hands, which you really cannot see as often anymore in a day of mass-produced and factory-made goods.  i didn't get any discount for any of these, but that's fine with me because they were well-priced to begin with.

large gourd-shaped wooden bowl with rattan weaving, 1050 pesos.  i love the organic and sculptural look.

large rectangular wooden bowl with rattan weaving, 600 pesos.  this will look really awesome in our modern vintage kitchen.

small wooden owls, 65 pesos a piece.  no real practical purpose, but aren't they cute?

collectively beautiful.