Karin Sheer is a local Cincinnati artist who specializes in landscapes, seascapes, and still life oil paintings. "Beach Boy" is shown above. Karin Sheer has been a fixture at English Traditions for over ten years and she still continues to amaze us with each and every piece that she brings through our doors. "Egret" is shown above. Karin paints things that strike her eye. She finds inspiration in things ranging from a dilapidated barn near the Irish Sea to the neighborhood cat, Domino, who finds himself in a sunbeam on her porch. In every piece that she creates, her close attention to detail is extremely apparent. She is a master of texture and color and is always able to find the...
There's so much more to love about confit pots than their beautiful appearance and striking colors. The word "confit" stems from the French word "confire", meaning "to preserve." Antique confit pots were historically used before refrigeration was invented as containers to cook and preserve duck in duck fat. The French pot itself is quite unique. Its glazed, yellow top and clay bottom differentiates it from any other pot. It is most notably recognized in Vincent van Gogh's sunflower painting, and has been a staple in kitchens for centuries. Image courtesy of Wikipedia The top half of the pot was typically colored a mustard yellow. Some were green and some were colorless, but confit pots are predominantly yellow. The bottom of the...
Spring is so close, we can smell it. As the bare trees begin to revive back into their green selves and as the days start to get longer, there is no better time to freshen up your home and clear the palette in order to prepare for everything that spring has to offer. Below is a compilation of tips that we find most useful. 1. Clean your house. Image courtesy of HGTV. It's simple, and you probably do it pretty often. This next time, however, pay close attention to the small things. Dust off the pendant lights that hang above your island, wipe down the floorboards, and cleanse of all of the wintry grime that has collected in your home over...
Cincinnati is full of some amazing architecture. All across the city, home styles range from french colonial and tudor to modern and contemporary. Cincinnati has some of the most gorgeous homes, and luckily for us, some of them are on the MLS right now. Below is a compilation of some of the most gorgeous homes for sale, right now. 1. 9105 Kugler Mill Rd. Indian Hill, OH 45243 We can let some of these images speak for themselves... I mean, just look at it! Who wouldn't drool over its expansive front lawn covered in fresh, green grass? Surrounded by various sources of vegetation, this home is absolutely stunning. This gorgeous estate offers ample space for your collection of literature. Personally,...
Buying upholstery can sometimes be overwhelming. There is a vast selection of frame styles and fabrics, which cater to each and every one of your needs. We have cultivated a list of reasons as to why choosing English Traditions for upholstery and leather is worth it. 1. You are supporting a family business that cares about you. English Traditions, itself, is a family business that has been functioning for 25 years. Our upholstery lines are family-run as well, and together we strive to please you. Over the past 25 years, English Traditions has focused a great amount on the quality of everything we carry through our doors and/or order to your home. We value our relationships with our customers, we tell...
