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Angie Smithson Today was a whirlwind. I found this sweet cupboard in Columbus, and pulled the trigger and picked it up today. Her name is Elodie, she is petite and situated in her new home (Uma's bedroom). Elodie will house Uma's many crafting supplies as she sets the world on fire with her beautiful creations....soon. The 1830's full tester bed pieces were hauled from our farm yesterday, as Uma and I lugged them upstairs. It's happening....

Every single day my passion for old things (including Joe), increases. It's important to preserve and understand history, and the sheer genius of good craftsmenship. At The Kinfolk Group, we revere the trades that are disappearing with our old timers. Mixing antique pieces into our new or remodeled homes adds so much value and warmth. It's a core value within our ethos.

This apothecary cabinet was in total disrepair. Upon investigation, its glass front handles show names of items that each drawer housed, in the general store-pharmacy where it sat. The nail heads date the cabinet to between 1810-1840. She has handmade dovetailed drawers, which are painstaking and time consuming to build..like people (they just don't make em' like this anymore). Ater days with one of my local craftsmen, new life has been breathed back into her.

It's worthwhile to preserve old, broken things (me included), i remind myself each moment.

Meet Beryl, she is 8' long. Thick and lovely (i want to be like her)...

Meet the Sullivan house in Hyde Park, OH, a haven of warmth and character. She is a lovely home that brings a special sense of peace to those who enter. This marks the fifth project The Kinfolk Group Angie Smithson has had the privilege of undertaking with this family. Crafting sensory experiences within your space is an art form that can spark meaningful connection through the experiences it creates. The incorporation of patterned-grasscloth wallpaper sparks conversation as your guests touch your walls and begin asking questions... Thibaut Design offers an array of stunning wallpaper options, including the style I discovered at Nimbus 9 Interior Design showroom in Cincinnati, where collection's of wallpaper books await. I was particularly drawn to this indigo and white toned vertical stripe wallpaper, which I paired with a ceiling painted in a rich iron ore color, transforming the dining room into a vibrating coccoon. To address the need for a standing desk, I designed floating shelves in maple, to complement the wood flooring, and collaborated with a local craftsman to bring that vision to life. When it comes to adorning your home, blending old with new creates tension that piques curiosity and allows you to tell your story without speaking. I had the pleasure of curating a selection of vintage, linen-bound books, marble accents, impressionistic paintings, and lush greenery to place on these shelves, striking a balance between aesthetics and functionality. This wall became an art installation, a desk, and a conversation piece all-in-one. To add a touch of warmth to the dining table, I crafted a flower arrangement using pieces from Crate and Barrel whose botanical's boast an impressive array of faux flowers and greenery that deceive the eye. In the living room, I sought inspiration from Restoration Hardware, selecting the sleek Ligne Media Console in natural oak, the Reyna swivel chair, and the Wright Table Lamps in hammered iron, which pay homage to the timeless charm of mid-century design. The sheepskin pillow and mauve throw add a cozy touch, that invites you to curl up with a good book and a cup of steaming hot tea. As this journey unfolds, I look forward to sharing more glimpses of this extraordinary home.....