July Buzz

So late one Friday night, a few weeks ago, I found myself in the Park Street T station (for those confused, this is our public transportation system in Boston). I couldn’t believe how totally immersed I was in Red Sox Nation. Everywhere I looked there were people in all types of Red Sox "gear". I was amazed at the depth and breadth of what people will wear to support their team and designate themselves as a fan. I felt like I was from another country because there were very few of us on the train without the full regalia, and wondered what inspires people to wear logos, themes, teams, schools and in some cases, x-rated clothing.

A few years back I went to my first Patriots football game and when I arrived at my nephews house he couldn't believe I didn't have any gear on so he lent me a Teddy Bruschi shirt (don't think I ever returned it, sorry Nick!) “How could you go to a game without your team colors?” is what I heard. I guess I thought that people would realize that if I was sitting with a pack of decked-out fans screaming and hollering for the Patriots, they would assume I was a fan as well.

It is amazing the things people will adorn their bodies with to get a point across. One of my favorite t-shirts has an arrow on it pointing to the mid-section that says baby on a very pregnant woman - good thing, because I don't know about you but I have learned to never ask when the baby is due because sometimes these people are not pregnant, so I found this one especially helpful. Rock band t-shirts are big as well; you can connect with fellow fans and talk about that fabulous concert tour and reminisce about fun times. I definitely think the college and school logo shirts are a big profit center for the universities, and for the money they charge they should include at least one t-shirt with the tuition! The summer months are busy in the bookstores when the whole family is touring, doesn’t everyone get a t-shirt? Everyone wants a t-shirt from Harvard. If you visit some schools they even put on their t-shirts "The Harvard of the South" North, West etc. – what a money maker!

Once I let my son pick out a t-shirt while in Aspen years ago and it was a picture of a beaver and it said "Save a tree - wipe your ass with an owl" (got a note from school, Never Wear the Shirt to Class Again!). I thought it was funny and don’t we need to laugh at ourselves more and not always be so politically correct? In fact a whole industry of politically incorrect t-shirts is booming and can make for great reading and laughs when bored on a train. I saw last week on the news about a couple of people starting a t-shirt business with area codes, who knew that could be in demand? Oh the influence of 90210, or better yet, who wouldn't want 02138? Of course, I myself am guilty of buying t-shirts whenever I travel for my kids and realized when my son was moving out that I need to stop. He had SO many shirts that he never wore and I thought he would just love. Alas, he loves to shop at dollar a pound in Cambridge for his t-shirts and wear someone else's leftover gear.

Buzz. Go sox!

Rainy Day + Summer Sale = Great Day to Shop!

Well, I told you Thursday was going to be rainy and a great day to shop, so the Queen Bee told us all to mark down many of our floor samples even more than before. Check this out.

The Patterson sectional with Comfort Sleeper was $5199, now $3599. The Maxine chair, which is a favorite of ours, was $1325 and now $899. The Chilton chair in this pretty yellow fabric was $1159 and now $699. Need a sofa table? The Manchester sofa table was $799, now $499. The Lawrence chair was $1089 and now only $679. The Horizon bed was $1169, now $899.

The Summer Sale is in full bloom. Visit your favorite Circle Furniture today and take advantage of all the savings, but don't forget your umbrella!

Swing and a Hit

Doesn't everyone need a place to lay their drink? Of course. Circle Furniture gets it. Ekornes gets it. Yes, Ekornes is the manufacturer of the incredible "Stressless recliners" from Norway but they also are smart enough to know that a good side table is always appreciated. Now through September 6th they are giving away a Free Swing Table with every Stressless recliner purchase. The Swing Table swings out, swings in and is happy to hold your martini, lemonade, juicy novel or remote control. It's 12.5" round and attaches right to most Stressless recliners. You can also get the Swing Table in several different wood stains to match your recliner.

Wait. You don't have a Stressless recliner yet? Well, this is a great time to visit your favorite Circle Furniture to experience the comfort of Stressless...because you can SAVE BIG on the Consul and Ambassador models. Hope to see you soon. I heard Thursday is going to be very rainy...maybe a good day to shop!

What a Summer!

I don't know about you but I am SO BUSY this summer. I feel like that chicken that's running around; you know, and unfortunately has no head. Everyone I know suffers from it...not enough time in the day. I live a pretty care free life. Love my job, family and friends. For some reason, I can't seem to fit all of my life in a 24 hour period. Know what I mean?

Keeping this in mind, all of us at Circle Furniture decided it was a good idea to extend our Summer Sale. We're marking more items on sale and putting them up on our website every week. We don't want anyone to miss out on this sale. At our five different showrooms you can find furniture for every room in your home. There's my favorite, the chair-n-a-half available at our Cambridge showroom that is perfect for cuddling! Looking for a beautiful new bed? Check out the Verdana bed in Danvers - gorgeous! Maybe you're more of a leather recliner kind a guy (or gal) - Acton has this super comfy model on their showroom floor as we speak (or as I type). Looking for a piece of Maine Cottage furniture? Stop by the Pembroke store and check out this lovely buffet that would brighten up any dining area. Here's a sleek coffee table that you can find at our Framingham showroom.

So relax, take your time, enjoy these hot summer days and when you get a breather, stop by your favorite Circle Furniture and enjoy our sale. We'll be there with open arms!