Shopping our local (or any) flea market is one of our very favorite things to do. We're constantly on the lookout for items for our design clients and our shop. Not only is it part of our job (read: Shop Scouted) but it's a serious hobby too! We're talking a burning passion people. There's a certain thrill that comes with knowing you've scored a crazy good deal or found something truly unique. Stumbling upon a pair of Milo Baughman nightstands, Paul McCobb chairs, Gainey planters, Turkish rugs, African textiles, Danish Modern anything and crazy cool pieces of art by the known and the unknowns - it's a rush we live for! We're walking you through a day in the life at one of the most famous flea markets in the country, the Rose Bowl Flea Market in Pasadena, California and we're giving you some of our favorite how-to-flea tips along the way!
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Playing around with patterns is one of our favorite ways to bring in that collected-over-time look; it's a quick and easy way to add texture and personality to a room. Above, we've gathered some of our favorite examples of how mixing patterns can make a space beautiful. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder - so while it can be hard to go wrong with pattern play, following a few key guidelines will point you in the right direction. Here's what you're going for to get the look:
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