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Exotic Decor at Our Dallas store

Exotic Decor at Our Dallas store

We are fortunate enough to go on several trips a year to such exotic locations as India, China, and South America. During our journeys we stumble across unique items that might be vintage, antiques, or even the last one left. So, every trip, we're sure to bring our empty suitcases to fill with these rare finds so we can carry them back home.

Our Employee’s Home: Paige’s House

Decorative table accent

What is your role at Wisteria? I am the Senior Creative Manager, I manage all the photography for the catalog and web. I direct and edit the photography at the photo shoots and the styling on set.

Handmade Books in Jaipur, India

Making Books by Hand

This company was started when three young friends rented a booth at a trade fair 14 years ago to sell books and bags made of handmade paper. This Indian artisan has grown great lengths since then and now specializes in handmade paper, bags, books, and leather products. They are located in Jaipur, India and also have a small group of designers and workers from a small village outside of Jaipur.

 

It was one of those March days when the sun shines hot and the wind blows cold: when it is summer in the light, and winter in the shade.
~Charles Dickens.

March is a tricky month weather-wise. One day outside feels like spring has officially arrived. The next day the wind blows in and reminds us winter has not officially left. For such a season, home calls for . . .

 


Mike’s pictures from Mustache Day!

Michael is one of the oldest members of Wisteria. He started working here in March 2004, which makes his tenure here the 3rd longest of all employees. He tries to hide his sentimentality behind his techy exterior, but deep down inside, he’s a really nice guy who loves working here.

What is your job here?

Manager of Imaging, Web Development, and Assorted Wizardry

What are your favorite things about working at Wisteria?

The great people and atmosphere and solving interesting problems.

What is one thing about you people probably don’t know?

If I told you, then people would know.

What is your favorite place to visit?

It’s probably a tie between my grandmother’s house and my extended family’s cabin in Colorado.

What is the one place in the world you’ve never been but would love to go?

Anywhere outside of the US

How would you describe your personal style?

Eclectic and eccentric. I’m known for: Sense of humor, vast amount of trivial/useless knowledge, finger guns when posing for pictures and making delicious food.

What is your favorite Wisteria item?

W701 Very Old Stone Wall Lamp. I also love some of the unique stuff we get in the outlet.

What is your most treasured item?

I don’t know; I have lots of cool stuff. I collect Star Wars stuff, A-Team stuff, records, antique books, and antique kitchen tools.

How many/what languages do you speak?

English, Nerdish

My one indulgence is:

Can I have two? Microbrews and expensive cheese

Craziest food ever eaten:

Well, I don’t know how “crazy” it is, but I ate some kimchi once, and I ate some sashimi another time. I didn’t like either of them.

Favorite spot in my house:

Probably the living room, but I’m a big fan of the kitchen as well.

Favorite food:

Pastrami

My pet’s name is:

Lucy. Named after Lucille Ball. She is a Corgi or Corgi mix, not really sure; I got her from a shelter.

 

Camp Diversity Foundation presents the fourth year of Adventure Week at Camp Rockmont in Black Mountain, North Carolina. The foundation was established to provide an opportunity for economically disadvantaged boys, ages 10-12, to experience Christian community in a traditional camp setting. The foundation believes that a summer camping experience can provide the opportunity for a young man to develop and strengthen Christian values, build self-respect, self confidence, self-reliance, and to experience personal growth.

The week of camp is funded by tax deductions from individuals, foundations, youth groups, and church organizations. Contributions are requested. For more information about Camp Diversity Foundation contact the Executive Director henryltaylor@bellsouth.net or (828) 686 1010. Find out more at www.campdiversityfoundation.org.

 

Spring means green! With the weather warming, we’re anticipating each little bud of green peeking out from the dirt. Every new flower is one step closer to a warm spring. And, besides all that, today is Saint Patrick’s Day! So, whether you’re wearing green or not, be sure you’re home has a bit of it.

1. Carved Laurel Leaf Linen Armoire 2. Fruit Hand Towels 3. Green Toile Pillow 4. Delightful Doormats – Birds on a Tree 5. Handpainted Fleur-de-Lis Lamp – Green 6. Green Bone-Inlay Bowfront Chest 7. Distressed French Country Bench – Toile 8. Ahead By A Hare Bunny Veggie Hand Towel 9. Book Boxes – Green Two-Stack 10. Woven Patio Chair – Green 11. Green Greek Key Dhurrie Rug 12. Turquoise Pebble Earrings

 

Featured Wisteria Product: Bird Chest w2828

 

 

 

Holi is a spring holiday held primarily in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. Last year, a few lucky Wisteria employees actually celebrated Holi in India. One ritual during Holi that is most well known is Dol-Purnima, the festival of color. The celebrators come out wearing white (as seen above).

With great excitement, the celebrators throw colored powdered at each other. Judging from the picture above, Holi is one holiday taken very seriously. This year, Holi will be held March 19 through March 21.

 

Featured Wisteria Product: Multipurpose Wooden Box w4104