Tray' noun

a flat, shallow container or receptacle made of wood, metal, etc., usually with slightly raised edges, used for carrying, holding, or displaying articles of food, glass, china, etc.



 Every home needs a tray, and every tray speaks it's own unique language.  What tray language do you speak? From sophistacated to casual, ornate to practical, and charming to edgy, we've got them all!  Stop by Gardenology, induldge in viewing our one-of-a-kind displays, and listen to which tray is calling your name.



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Congrats Gardenology!

Gardenology has been nominated for 2011 San Diego A List BEST FURNITURE STORE, for the second year in a row!!! We won last year, so we're asking for your vote again this year.



Voting is simple, just go to www.10news.com/alist, sign in using just an email address and VOTE for Gardenology under best furniture.


Thanks for supporting Gardenology! Voting ends August 26th, so vote today!

Dressing Up Bottle & Vases

  Vintage bottles are hot accessories in design right now. They're such and easy way to add a little character to a room. Whether you display them empty or with flowers.. a fun way to keep it interesting is to wrap the bottle with natural elements to complement the display or the mood of your home.

I love how we wrapped this neck of this large vintage demijohn in hemp twine and then dangle a starfish from it. This is a great way to dress up a collection of empty bottles on a console table or cabinet.  

This is a really inexpensive way to add character but it has a big impact.You can just use what you have around the house to adorn your bottles or vases. Here we used scraps of  birch bark with twine.  You could even layer burlap underneath the bark... laying the wrap is so beautiful with coordinating elements. 

Or a simple scrap of burlap by itself will give you a similar effect.

 Other things you can use to dress up a bottle or vase: ribbon leftover from gift wrap, all of those extra buttons that come with new clothing, or tie on a piece of jewelry, maybe a stray earring..

 Make it fun, make it unexpected, but mostly, make it beautiful. 

Back in Stock: Gorgeous Hand Quilted Vintage Cotton Sari Throws

Huge Floor Sample Sale is going on now!

Chandeliers, sofas, dining tables, outdoor furniture... up to 60% off.  Come get them while they're hot!

Both Encinitas and Newport Beach locations. Through March 31st.

Nice Mention in premiere issue of Flea Market Gardens Magazine

   We're thrilled to be included in the first ever issue of Flea Market Gardens. It's on newstands now. I found this copy at Target, but it can be found at most stores with a large magazine section.
   In the "Inspired Shopping" section on page 20 the magazine writes: "Old & new mix with abandon in displays that reach from ceiling to floor."
    Another quote says, "The beauty of Gardenology is as inspiring as it is peaceful. It's soothing blend of color and texture creates a comfortable harmony between indoor and outdoor living that makes any visitor want to move right in."
  This magazine is very fun and colorful, with many great ideas on reusing everyday items to make your garden one-of-a-kind, and reflective of your personality. There are flowers planted in everything from cabinet drawers, to teapots to high-heeled shoes. So creative!