Would These Kids Lie?

Look at these faces. Cute, right? Happy? You bet! Just another day at a fun and exciting Circle Furniture Warehouse Sale.

So thanks to everyone who made the trek out to Acton. Special thanks goes to everyone from Landry & Arcari and Designer Bath. They were all such good sports, selling their fabulous products out of the tent in hurricane-like conditions. Not a complaint amongst them.

Big thanks go out to our amazing team at Circle. Every time I asked for someone to help me move a sofa, bookcase, dining table or bed, all I ever got as a response was "you betcha" or a "no problem". So nice to work with people who really get it. Get what? That we're all in this together. We all make up the team. Not to mention that it's nice to like the people you work with! Not to mention these guys make me laugh harder than almost anyone could!

So now, it's bbq time. Heineken in hand. Sun is shining. Another great day in Circle world. So have a great night. Enjoy the last days of summer. I know I will.

Oh, and thanks to Chloe, Anna and Leo who were such good shoppers today...and really appreciated our popcorn!

One Heck of a Day!

Wow! That was fun, but man are we tired. The Warehouse Sale was a smash success! So many people braved the elements and joined us for what turned out to be a really great day of meeting new customers and catching up with our loyal customers that made the trek out to Acton.

Our friends from Landry & Arcari brought such a beautiful selection of oriental rugs and our buddies at Designer Bath showed up with incredible deals on kitchen and bath fixtures.

Since we've all been running around all day, it's now time for us to crack open some beers and put our feet up. But not for long, we're doing this all again tomorrow! What does that mean for you? Amazing home furnishings at deeply discounted prices. What does that mean for me? One beer, maybe a burger, and then straight home, pajamas on, to bed early. Tomorrow is going to be big. So don't miss out on the biggest Circle Furniture Warehouse Sale ever!

RAIN or SHINE

Don't worry! We're not afraid of a little rain. Are you? Come on, we're New Englanders! So maybe you'll need to wear the raincoat instead of just having it in the backseat...but if you make the trip you are in for a treat. The tent is filling up and the deals are fantastic. Don't forget, there's a special treat for those who make the trek to the sale at Circle Furniture Warehouse, 19 Craig Road in Acton.

See you there! We'll be the ones wearing the matching tee-shirts!

Sleep In? I Don't Think So!

Mom always said the early bird catches the worm. I hated when she used to say that, but you know what? She was right.

Circle Furniture sales are always a big doing, but this weekend will be a GINORMOUS doing. So set the alarm. Get up early. Brew the coffee. Grab your raincoat. Hop in the car. Set the GPS for 19 Craig Road Acton. When you arrive, we're going to be really busy so don't be offended if we can't chat. We can always catch up later in the day, by the grill, enjoying a burger.

When you arrive you'll be wowed by the great savings you'll find from Circle, Landry & Arcari and Designer Bath. As i write this I'm looking outside, watching everyone set-up for the sale. Wait till you see the rugs out in that tent...Beautiful. And the fixtures from Designer Bath are pretty awesome too.

As a special treat you can also meet the Queen Bee who writes her infamous "what's the buzz" column. And, not that that's not enough, but we'll have a clown. Oh, and the warm popcorn, and the burgers and hotdogs. Gotta run. So much to do.....

No Invitation Required

Come on, everyone's invited! We're not all wearing the same shirt for the heck of it. We're celebrating an occasion. This weekend marks the first-ever marriage of three of New Englands' favorite retailers - Circle Furniture, Landry & Arcari and Designer Bath. All hold Best of Boston titles. All are coming together this Saturday and Sunday for a Warehouse Sale that will blow all other Warehouse Sales out of the water.

So join us, shop a little, have a burger, shop a little more, have a hotdog. You can find something for every room in your home, whether it's furniture, rugs, or bath fixtures you need, there will be something for everyone all at tremendous savings.

Click here for directions. Click here for sale hours. Click here for fun.

See you Saturday. Or Sunday. Not Monday...you'll be too late!

This is Gonna Be Big

Wow....we've done it now. A few weeks ago someone had the brilliant idea (wish I could say it was me, but it wasn't) to join forces with a couple of our friends in the home furnishings biz. And what a treat we have in store for you. So what's the big ta-da? On August 29th & 30th we're partnering with Landry & Arcari and Designer Bath and Salem Plumbing Supply to host a GIGANTIC Warehouse Sale. In fact, the biggest Warehouse Sale we have ever had...and trust me, we've had big ones! Where, you ask? Right here at our Circle Furniture main Warehouse and Outlet in Acton.

I mean, have you ever seen the rugs that Landry & Arcari sell? They are out-of-this world gorgeous. If you've never visited their showroom in downtown Boston, or in Salem, trust me, it's worth the trip. You'll be ooohhhing and aaahhhing your way through hundreds and hundreds of beautiful area rugs.

What about Designer Bath and Salem Plumbing Supply? They have the most top-notch, luxurious kitchen and bath fixtures you've ever stumbled upon. If you're looking for inspiration just go to their gallery page on their website and you'll be wowed.

So here we are, approaching Labor Day, all of us feeling like Summer just arrived, and we decide we have to do this. I know we're all way-busy, with finishing up vacations, getting the kids ready for school, but come on...how could we not do this? What better way for our favorite customers to create the home of their dreams, all in one weekend. Plus...the best news of all...you'll save TONS of money.

Sure we'll have lots of Ekornes closeouts, leather, upholstery, dining, bedroom and office furniture on sale. But, now, you can find the most glorious rug for that room you've been trying to finish...or the perfect fixture for your kitchen. All in one weekend, all in one place and all at tremendous savings.

So come join us at 19 Craig Road, on August 29th & 30th for a fun time for your entire family. If nothing else, we'll offer you a hamburger or a hotdog. Or maybe you'd rather have the hot, fresh, delicious popcorn that I always eat WAY too much of. We can't wait - hope to see you there!

The Real Design Star

A couple of years ago I worked on a Design Home in Cohasset. Circle Furniture was designing the master bedroom, living room and dining room, using furniture designed by Candice Olson. The project was labor intensive, but boy did we have fun. Why, you ask?

Candice. We are lucky enough to sell a line of furniture designed by Candice Olson. If you're a fan of HGTV I'm not telling you anything you don't already know - Candice rocks! She has a show on HGTV called Divine Design. Her furniture lines are inspiring and eclectic; a perfect fit for Circle. She also happens to be a really nice, down-to-earth person. And tall. And super funny. The best part of the story is...drum roll please... she actually came to the opening of the Design Home. It was a sweltering hot summer afternoon and that Candice didn't complain once about the fact that there was no air-conditioning in the home. She signed autographs for, no lie, three hours straight...no break. No complaints. We love her furniture and we love her. Her fans do too. We had people lining up to get her autograph with gifts they had made for her. A beaded ring, a cool fabric belt, a shiny blue necklace. Must be nice to be a really popular designer, huh?

So if you haven't seen her show, check it out. Now she's a judge on the fun HGTV show Design Star. If you're interested in seeing her furniture lines, guess what? You can see them here at Circle Furniture. That's right, and you don't even have to bring us a beaded ring, a cool fabric belt OR a shiny blue necklace. Unless, of course, you want to!

Return to the Classics

Last night I went to see Cat Power at the Pavilion on the waterfront in Boston. Don't you love going to shows there in the summer? Turns out Juliette Lewis, the actress, was the opening act. This could be another blog in it's own right, she is a trip to watch and that girl can sing. Anywho, The headliner was The Pretenders. Here's where I admit I never really got into The Pretenders when I was growing up. Thought Chrissie Hynde was super cool, but never appreciated the tunes. Last night was definitely an eye-opener.

Cat Power was great, voice unbelievable and her band was spot-on. After she was over we waited for The Pretenders to come on - mildly excited. Then she appreared, Chrissie Hynde. In her standard outfit from what, 25 years ago, of tight pants, tank top and a vest looking as cool as ever. She started rockin' right away and her band was outrageous. Chrissie Hynde is classic. Her voice sounded amazing and the show just took off. It was such a good time. And what made the show so good? Chock it up to experience.

As I was driving to work this am I thought about how crazy it is that WBCN, after over 40 years on air, is no longer WBCN. I grew up with WBCN. I loved WBCN. I even had a friend call me from Seattle to commiserate over the end of an era. Classic. They were classic. They had experience. They knew how to play rock-n-roll.

I think in this time of instant gratification, instant messaging and instant anything-you-want, we all need to step back and appreciate the classics. I think of Circle Furniture as a classic. Family-owned for over 55 years. What does that mean? It means the owners have this business running through their veins. It means they have experience and knowledge about selling quality furniture. They have made mistakes and learned from them. They may not play quitar and wear tight pants anymore but the fact is they can still rock a great showroom and wow an audience with their second-to-none products and service.

So here's a standing O for Circle, Chrissie, WBCN and all the other classics out there that are still chuggin' along - doin' their thing and doing it well!

Don't Miss This Summer's Sequel!

Last April I was introduced to a rare find. I was lucky enough to find myself in the BDi showroom sipping champagne and eating chocolate covered strawberries while celebrating BDi's 25th anniversary. Never heard of BDi? They are one of Circle Furniture's favorite vendors to work with. BDi creates home entertainment furniture with innovative and smart design. Simple as that.
So there I was, at the BDi showroom looking at their new designs when I turned a corner and saw their new home office introduction called the Sequel. The Sequel really stopped me in my tracks. I put the champagne glass down. The look of the Sequel reminded me of something but I couldn't put my finger on it. Well, maybe I should have a seat at the desk and take it for a spin. Yes, that's the ticket. As a sat down, I thought - Darren Stephens mixed with Judy Jetson. Yes. That's it. It's retro and modern. It could be on the set of Bewitched or the Jetsons. Except one thing...the innovation is top-notch.
Yes, Yes..."Sequel can be configured for any home or small office application. Features include a unique wire management system that keeps all wires out of sight yet within easy reach, and an innovative system drawer that combines a charging station for portable electronics...finished with a fingerprint-resistant glass work surface and the finest hardware."
Wait, what? Fingerprint-resistant? Yep. It's true. I saw for myself. You can only imagine my delight when a couple of weeks ago the Sequel showed up at our stores. Everyone is delighted in fact. It's so inspiring to see some new design, especially in the home office arena. So many people, myself included, are spending more hours working at home so why not create the most organized, smart and fun-to-look-at office space. No cubicle allowed! Stop by Circle today to check out the Sequel. Not to be missed.

Small Space? No Problem.

I love my apartment. Honestly, since the first day I laid eyes on it. I live in an awesome part of Boston, close to amazing restaurants - shout out to Zon's, Ten Tables and my new fav down the road, Sophia's Grotto. Mmmmm. Anyway...although I love my place, it has, what I used to call a downfall...It's really, really small. Like so tiny, I even have a "baby" stove, as my nephew calls it. When I first moved in this presented a problem...where to put all my furniture I've collected over the years? I've tried all different layouts, never really feeling like I had found the golden ticket....or golden floor plan, as it were.

This past April I had a revelation. I was sitting at a breakfast in High Point, North Carolina, after I long night of partying with other furniture industry friends. Yes, we do work hard when we go to High Point to look at new furniture designs, but we like our parties too! That's a blog for another day...Oh, the stories!

Anyway, the breakfast began, just coffee for me, when the speaker was introduced.
Libby Langdon. "Expert commentator and leading designer on HGTV's Small Space, Big Style". My ears perked up. What? She started talking about me. Well, not me, but my life...I live in a small space. Oh, the things she said. She was speaking from her latest book "Small Space Solutions....Secrets for Making Any Room Look Elegant and Feel Spacious on Any Budget". She gave tips, like use bold colors, lighting is everything, remove clutter, use mirrors, don't be afraid of your large-scale furniture. She showed pictures that really brought home her point. I felt revived, as did everyone in the audience. Inspired in fact.

When I arrived home, book in hand, I began my renovation. What happened? I got organized, clutter out, color in. Mirrors. Paint. The works. I even got a beautiful new sectional from, where else, Circle Furniture. I never thought I could fit a sectional but it really works! My place looks amazing. The best part is I didn't have to get rid of any of my furniture and my place looks more spacious then ever. Thanks Libby...I owe you one.