Monday, August 15, 2011

Designer Spotlight: Michael Aram



Michael Aram is an internationally renowned designer who works primarily in metal. Inspired by the rich metalworking traditions of India, he set up a home and workshop in New Delhi. His pieces are largely inspired by nature, mythology and narrative storytelling which has become the hallmark of Michael Aram. Serving and decorative pieces designed for everyday use are at once practical yet extraordinary objects that create a sense of ceremony in our daily lives. The enduring combination of quality and originality makes this line comfortably at home in contemporary as well as classic interiors.

At Feather Your Nest Michael Aram pieces are some of our best-selling gifts to give and to receive, from wedding presents to holiday to everything in between. This fall, visit us online or in-store to see the exciting new introductions to the Michael Aram collection.


View the full Michael Aram collection here

Thursday, July 14, 2011

Designer Spotlight: Yves Delorme


Yves Delorme is a family-owned French company that has produced fine linens since 1845.


These luxurious textiles are distinguished by uncompromising quality and meticulous attention to detail that is the heritage of French couture. While Yves Delorme introduces a beautiful new fashion collection each spring, our store favorites are the range of timeless solids and sophisticated neutrals that blend with any décor. Year after year Yves Delorme coverlets, bath towels and soaps prove to be a beloved staple of Feather Your Nest.
A recent introduction of high-quality furniture, dramatic light fixtures and decorative accents completes the lifestyle of Yves Delorme that merges classic French design with a modern touch.


 

View all Yves Delorme

Friday, June 24, 2011

How to care for your fine linens:



High quality sheets should last anywhere from 7 to 10 years, although much of that longevity is determined by the care given to them. Here are some basic steps to follow to keep your sheets nice for years to come:

1. Wash your fine linens separately from other fabrics to avoid abrasion and damage to your sheets.

2. Wash with a mild detergent. We recommend The Laundress products; they are slightly more expensive than grocery store brands but highly concentrated so it takes less per wash. Fine linens do not need to be washed in cold water but hot water and hot heat will damage the fibers and cause breakage and pilling, so it’s best to wash with warm water on a gentle cycle and dry on a low heat.

3. Store bed linens in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area.

4. Following these simple steps should provide you with many years of good night’s sleep. Remember that your bedding is an investment so investing a little time and money into the care will be worth it for the life of your sheets.

Shop all of our fine linen care products


 

Friday, June 10, 2011

Designer Spotlight: Scandia Down



For over three decades, Scandia Down has been bringing the best of European-style comfort into discerning homes across the United States. What began in 1971 as a catalog business based in Seattle has now become a company synonymous with fine down bedding made with exceptional materials and outstanding craftsmanship. Scandia is committed to using only premium white goose down and sumptuously woven fibers crafted with the utmost care. They also continue to distinguish themselves from other down companies with their in-house cleaning and restoration. Scandia bedding is made to last a lifetime, we invite you to visit us at Feather Your Nest and feel the difference.

Shop all of our Scandia Down!


Thursday, June 9, 2011



For over three decades, Scandia Down has been bringing the best of European-style comfort intodiscerning homes across the United States.
What began in 1971 as a catalog business based in Seattle has now become a company synonymouswith fine down bedding made with exceptional materials and outstanding craftsmanship.
Scandia is committed to using only premium white goose down and sumptuously woven fibers craftedwith the utmost care. They also continue to distinguish themselves from other down companies withtheir in-house cleaning and restoration. Scandia bedding is made to last a lifetime, come in and feel thedifference.

 

Shop all of our Scandia Down!


Monday, May 9, 2011

Designer Spotlight: Bella Notte


In 1997, Bella Notte changed the course of bedroom design with the world's first easy care luxury linens. Inherently adaptable with elements of pure couture, Bella Notte is at once approachable and inspirational. As the pioneers of garment-dyed bedding, Bella Notte offers the most irresistibly soft fabrics and harmonious colors available.


In an effort to produce a beautiful product with the least possible environment impact, Bella Notte uses low-impact dyes and fabrics and custom dyes each order to use less heat, energy and water. All products are manufactured and finished in the United States by local community craftspeople.


Bella Notte also sets themselves apart from the rest with their selection of over 23 fabrics available in 20 different color options which allows you to create bedding to suit your needs.


Visit us at Feather Your Nest and let us use our design experience to help you pull together the Bella Notte bed of your dreams!

Wednesday, April 6, 2011

Welcome to the World of Juliska!

WELCOME TO THE WORLD OF JULISKA!




Juliska is a dynamic, design-led company committed to bringing elegant European design to our modern homes. Our extensive collections of glassware, ceramics, linens, lighting and flatware all reflect our strong philosophy of historical styling imaginatively updated to suit today’s demanding lifestyles.


Shop our new shipment of Juliska products!


WHO IS JULISKA?
"Juliska" is our ever-present muse. She embodies a fresh take on classic design – timeless European elegance updated with imaginative new interpretations and a healthy dose of modern-day functionality. She represents for us an entertaining and living attitude – timeless, romantic and always effortlessly chic.

JULISKA HERITAGE
Juliska’s rich European heritage spans six centuries and many of the original glass silhouettes can be found in museums around the world. Our designs combine these exquisite historic themes with imaginative new interpretations.

JULISKA GLASSWARE
Juliska glass is mouth-blown by artisans in the hills outside Prague. The unique composition of Juliska glass allows it to be blown especially thin, making the glass an unexpected pleasure to drink from and to handle. Being handmade, no two pieces of Juliska are identical. Each has its own individual character – small bubbles, slight color and size variations. Uniqueness is thus guaranteed. Each piece of Juliska glass is individually signed, as a guarantee of its authenticity and quality.

JULISKA CERAMICS
Our ceramics echo the same rich depth of color and artisnal production as Juliska glassware. We selected exquisite transparent glazes on a tough stoneware ceramic body. This Portuguese stoneware ensures everyday practicality for all our ceramic collections as it is freezer, oven (up to 500 °F), microwave and dishwasher safe and highly resistant to chipping.

 


Shop our new shipment of Juliska products!

Thursday, November 11, 2010

BELLA NOTTE SPECIAL SALE

Bella Notte Sale

Holiday Merchandise has been Received

Today we received our holiday merchandise and stocked our shelves.  Many new selections are in stock and  ready for sale.  We work hard to select products that are special.  Call or come to our shop.  We know you will be pleased with our selections!

Feather Your Nest Supports Operation Christmas Child!

CHRISTMAS CHILD Newer

Sunday, October 17, 2010

Tis' the Season...Nest Holiday Candles Have Arrived!

Nest Holiday Candles come but once a year...

Visit us at Feather Your Nest to get yours before they're gone.
The perfect fall scent for every well-appointed home--
indulge yourself and your friends and family with a truly thoughtful gift.



[caption id="attachment_78" align="aligncenter" width="300" caption="Beautifully Wrapped for the season!"][/caption]

And just in time for the gift-giving season, your favorite Nest fragrances
now come in a long-lasting diffuser and luxury gift soaps.
See you soon!
Your Friends at Feather Your Nest
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Tuesday, May 25, 2010

A Fresh Crop of Pillows Have Arrived!

A LOT MORE THAN JUST LINENS !!!!

Just in time for spring, Feather Your Nest has a whole batch of fun and fresh pillows in the shop! Birds, flora and fauna and bright pops of color are just the design trick to usher in the new season. If your bedroom or living room is feeling dull, a dose of springtime will perk up those rooms in a hurry. Throw pillows are budget-friendly way to make an impact that can change the entire mood of a room. Here's a sample of some of our favorites.  If you are interested, call the Shop: 512/206-3555. Or visit our Website.




[caption id="attachment_66" align="alignleft" width="224" caption="Our Birds of a Feather !"]Feather Your Nest Home | Home Accessories | Throw Pillows[/caption]

[caption id="attachment_67" align="alignright" width="224" caption="A Proud and Colorful Bird !"]Feather Your Nest Home | Throw Pillows | Home Accessories[/caption]

[caption id="attachment_64" align="alignleft" width="300" caption="Flower Power and Color "]Throw Pillows for Home Accessories[/caption]

[caption id="attachment_65" align="alignright" width="248" caption="More Colorful Flowers !"]Feather Your Nest Home | Throw Pillows | Home Accessories[/caption]

Monday, March 29, 2010

WELCOME TO FEATHER YOUR NEST !

Hi!  Welcome to the Feather Your Nest Blog and thank you for stopping by.  Our goal is to keep you updated on new store arrivals, current home trends, and any and all of our favorite things!

We have been a luxury linen bricks and mortar shop for over 25 years in Austin but are relatively new to the online world. We hand-select our best-selling lines (such as Bella Notte and Juliska) and our most-beloved home accessories and gifts (soaps, candles, cocktail napkins, baby gifts) to feature at featheryournesthome.com, but if you don't see what you're looking for, drop us a line or give us a call. We love our customers and your feedback is important to us. We welcome the opportunity to utilize our design and product knowledge to work directly with you to develop beautiful solutions for your home needs. Here is a peek at some of our bespoke offerings (head over to our website to shop these items and more):

[caption id="attachment_17" align="alignleft" width="150" caption="Beautiful Bella Notte Ensemble"]Fine Linens from Bella Notte[/caption]

[caption id="attachment_18" align="alignleft" width="150" caption="Fine Dinnerware by Juliska"]Juliska Fine Dinnerware[/caption]

[caption id="attachment_19" align="alignleft" width="150" caption="Feather Your Nest' Finest Bath Accessories"]Bath Accessories[/caption]

[caption id="attachment_20" align="alignleft" width="150" caption="Bunny Pillow for Baby Gift"]Baby Pillows[/caption]

[caption id="attachment_22" align="alignleft" width="150" caption="Another Great Bella Notte Ensemble!"]Bella Notte luxury bedding ensemble[/caption]

[caption id="attachment_23" align="alignleft" width="150" caption="Tafetta Seaflower Pillows - Pick your color!"]Taffeta Seaflower Pillow, one of our many throw pillows![/caption]

Tuesday, March 23, 2010

Check Out Our New Juliska Crystal Vases

We have just received a new order of Juliska vases . . . .

These luxury linens are a wonderful combination of both elegance and comfort. We are proud to offer some of Ann Gish’ most sophisticated fine linens at these very reasonable prices.  They are available in both ivory and white, and edged in silk charmeuse with nine color selections.

UNTIL MARCH 31, we will provide FREE SHIPPING on all US orders of these products.  Also, any orders totaling $200 or more receive a $50 gift card for your future purchases.