Trendspotting at Round Top

Trying to spot trends at Round Top last week was interesting.  At Marburger,  while I did have camera in hand, I got so caught up in the moment, that I forgot to take any pics of what was actually there (eye roll).  BUT, I have pulled some various one's here just to illustrate.   The first look we saw over and over again was Burlap. 

Yep, good, cheap (about 2.00 a yard) burlap!  Burlap was here, there, everywhere.  On lampshades, raw edged on chairs, pristine-ly upholstered on couches, stenciled and plain.  As seen above, with the right mix of goods, it can be raised to an elegant level.  My favorite look, where some chairs, that reupholstered with, the edges were left raw, it was a very interesting look. sorta French

Country to me. 
The texture of burlap contrasted nicely (as seen in the first pic above) with furniture that had also been reupholstered with cream or white linen.  We saw quite a bit of that.

Angel Vine seemed to be the number one plant choice of most dealers.  And while we did not see the topiary, little tiny pots of it tucked here and there seemed to be the most common choice.  It is a sweet little thing, very delicate.  Will have to see if it is hardy enough to pass the "Yapping Cat Black Thumb Test".  I'll have to let ya know.

Books sans covers was the other decor element that we saw everywhere.  The dealers decoration of choice as it where.  (Sorry could not find a pic to illustrate).  The look was achieved by taking a book and removing the cover and binder totally,  so that you are just left with the pages intact.  Then a twine or heavy duty string is tied around (like a gift package).  A stack or pile of these added texture and interest to a coffee table top. Recovered books were another popular choice.
As seen above, (the top book) the cover re-wrapped (much like we did in school)  in an interesting or pretty piece of paper. 

Heavy metal.  (Sorry again, no pics).  Big, woven, wrought iron planters hung upside down, with bare bulbs suspended, made the coolest hanging lamps.  Bar stools made from old heavy reel-to-reel holders and heavy cogs and wheels.  These things, mixed in with the elegant pieces were that "contrast" of texture and style that are a fun look to mix together. 

"Things of the sea".  Huge, I mean huge, ropes twisted around wooden tables.  Lamps made from mussel shells piled up high (and these were spotted for a wicked high price).  Corals and dried sea bits were quite the rage.  Neat, but more elegant, not a cutesy, lake cottage look.

So, there ya have it.  Those were just a few of the trends we seemed to see over and over in decor at Marburger in Round  Top.

If you are flea-ing in your neck of the woods, what looks are you seeing? 

Comments

[Angela ~ Filigree Moon]

Who said burlap was just for taters and scarecrows?!? Cindy, a fun post. Great looks! Very organic, huh? ~ Angela

[Common Ground]

Great post, Cindy. I love all this white and neutral, but I just cannot live without some "color" going on, even if it's just a little bit. Of couse all you have to do is look at my blog (and decor) to get that one. Love all the ideas, makes me want to take a better look at what's going on around here.
Debra

[Theresa - Garden Antqs Vintage]

Of course you know I saw the same things you did, but I've discovered a new burlap I really like. You can see it when I do the post on my spot. It's a wider burlap. So glad to fnally meet up with you at the shows!!

[sandra]

Love Burlap!! Burlap panels are a great window treatment too!! thanks for giving us the low down on style at Round Top!!!

[Susie]

Hi there, I just came across your blog. It's always interesting to see 'what's new' at the shows. I've never made it to the Texas shows, and with all the pics being posted, I'm going to try real hard to make it there next year. Have a great day..I also participate in White Wednesday...love that white stuff!
susie

Susie

[Lori]

i love burlap...that lamp shade is fabulous...interesting the trends you noticed...i will have to pay more attention when i am out...to see if i see these things too...

[kathy lowry]

LOve that look -- the pillows - are great -- and then in the words of Rachael ZOe --- for the book covers -- I die --rofl
Kathy - ga
a wee little sumpin is in the mail to you

[Vicki Flinchum]

I need to go one of these days......thanks for the trend sighting!

[Mendy]

Love love LOVE burlap! It's sooo much fun to use for millions of projects! Looks like you had a blast. Can't wait to see more of the PC weekend!!! :)mendy

[JenR]

I LOVe me that burlap!

[Alisa]

I *heart* burlap... can't get enough of it. And I already have books with missing covers/spines wrapped up with twine, sitting directly in front of me.
It's good to know that I'm on top of things!
;)

[Wendy McDonagh-Valentine]

I've been noticing a lot of people blogging about burlap lately. I guess it's not just about potato sacks anymore!! : ) Thanks for the wonderful pics.

~ Wendy
http://Crickleberrycottage.blogspot.com/

[Arlene]

Burlap. UGH.
SO scratchy and hard to work with linky and messy!
I don't think I'll go there.
BUT book guts - oh, I can relate with book guts.
Thanks for sharing.

[Cindy]

Arlene, LOL...book GUTS! Now, that's funny! :D

-c
yap cat

[Kim]

I just love to see what the trends are...I find it interesting that several of the trends that you mention have been prevalent in the blogging world for at least a year....I think that someone is coming to us for inspiration, you think???

[susan]

i love the look of burlap, i never seem to come across any to buy though....i wonder if joann's carries it? i'll have to look next time! i love that angel vine, i used to have tons of plants that was before my kids :)

[Teresa]

My mouth was hanging open just about the whole time I was on my buying trip. I can't wait to go back!

Happy hunting,
Teresa