Savant Garde
5 home library findscanada
(Jan.18.10)
We love the soothing atmosphere of our local library brimming with books, big comfy chairs and packed shelves, so we’re re-creating it at home (minus the no-food rule) with these bookish finds.
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Words of Wisdom
The writing’s on the wall with this colourful piece of art, and we’re delighted to display the ultimate word of wisdom.
Read Wall Art, $25. Available at Pier 1.
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Sitting Pretty
A library is never complete without Manhattan chairs, but when we don’t have room for the real thing, we’re letting our books sit pretty instead.
Manhattan Chair Bookends, $58. Available at Pottery Barn (in stores or call to order).
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Home Plate
We’re putting a personal touch on our favourite reads to ensure they’re always returned to our shelves, with these bookplates that showcase a well-worn pile of novels.
Charles Fradin Bookplates, US $16. Available at www.charlesfradinhome.com.
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Sky High
There’s something about a sky-high bookshelf and ladder that makes us want to climb to the top and enter one of the tales on the shelves.
Besta Storage System, $1200. Available at www.ikea.ca.
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Pillow Talk
We’re snuggling up savant-style, with this cosy pillow that boasts a bookshelf design, and we can’t wait to strategically place it on our favourite reading chair.
Partners and Spade Library Pillow, $30. Available at Chapters/Indigo.
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