From Julie:
One of the best vintage stores we’ve come across is SF’s Kim Fiscus Antiques, a tiny storefront in the Cow Hollow neighborhood (2313 Greenwich Ave.; 415-474-2313). Fiscus travels to Europe several times a year and sources a well-edited collection of lamps, mirrors, accessories, and furniture. View her wares at kimfiscus.com:
Industrial light from the UK:

18th century Swedish painted sofa with new down cushions:

18th century French mirror:

January 4th, 2008
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From Julie:
A while back we posted a tribute to the Swiss Army cross (Cross Purposes); a reader emailed us and told us about Texas Swiss Military Surplus. We love this Swiss Army folding lantern from the twenties, which folds flat to fit in a canvas pouch (included); $90 at texasswiss.net:

January 4th, 2008
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From Julie:
Does everyone in your house have a cold? Disguise the unsightly tissue box with this Hinoki cypress wood cover that not only looks great but smells great—and is made from responsibly harvested wood from managed natural forests. It’s $35 at www.canoeonline.net:

We also love this easily replicated (if you’re handy with a sewing machine) solution from Japanese store Hiromatsu:

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