#buying persian rugs

[alvallah]

Imagine being rich and paying for bland minimalist textiles and cold sterilized homes when you could be paying folk artists handsomely for handcrafted beauty and color —helping preserve honestly quite priceless artistic traditions and supporting the people who keep these legacies alive— instead.

[mariniacipher]

the way you're watching a video of two women talking about interior design, and the way they judge some spaces seems kind of judgemental to you, but it's all in good fun, right?

Only for them to show a picture of the home of one of the women- and she cannot even hang up her pictures on the wall and made midcentury look like High End IKEA via the vice of minimalism and cowardice in regard to colour and décor- which would explain why she couldn't hang up her picture, if she's so afraid to make a fucking statement.

[shehzadi]

dubai mall, dubai 2023

[waugh-bao]

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[richardafkari]

Timeless Elegance Underfoot : Unveiling the Investment Potential of Vintage Persian Rugs

In the world of interior design, few elements possess the timeless allure and investment potential of vintage Persian rugs. Beyond their exquisite craftsmanship and intricate patterns, these carpets tell stories of culture, history, and artistry. This blog unravels the compelling reasons why investing in vintage Persian rugs can be a rewarding decision, transforming your living space into a haven of enduring elegance.

1. Artisanal Craftsmanship :

Vintage Persian rugs in New York are not mere floor coverings; they are works of art meticulously crafted by skilled artisans. Each rug is a testament to centuries-old weaving traditions passed down through generations. The intricate knotting techniques and attention to detail showcase the artisan's dedication, resulting in a piece that stands as a testament to time-honored craftsmanship.

2. Cultural Heritage and History :

Persian rugs carry a rich tapestry of cultural heritage and history. Woven with traditional motifs and symbols, these rugs often reflect the artistic influences of the regions they originate from. Investing in a vintage Persian rug allows you to bring a piece of history into your home, connecting you to the heritage and stories embedded in the threads of the carpet. You can also buy Art Deco Rugs.

3. Time-Tested Durability :

One of the defining characteristics of Persian rugs is their durability. Crafted from high-quality wool or silk, these rugs can withstand the test of time with proper care. The dense weaving and robust materials contribute to their resilience, ensuring that your investment retains its beauty and functionality for generations.

4. Unique and Timeless Designs :

The diversity of designs in vintage Persian rugs is staggering. From geometric patterns to intricate floral motifs, each rug is a unique masterpiece. The timeless designs ensure that your investment remains relevant and aesthetically pleasing regardless of changing interior design trends. A vintage Persian rug becomes a focal point, effortlessly tying together various design elements in a room.

5. Investment Appreciation :

Beyond their immediate aesthetic appeal, vintage Persian rugs have proven to be sound financial investments. As these rugs age, they often appreciate in value, especially if they are well-preserved and in good condition. Collectors and enthusiasts actively seek authentic vintage pieces, contributing to the appreciation of these rugs as unique and valuable assets.

6. Limited Supply and Rarity :

The production of vintage Persian rugs involves intricate handcrafting techniques that are time-consuming. With the rise of mechanized production, the art of traditional rug-making is becoming rarer. As a result, authentic vintage Persian rugs are limited in supply, adding to their rarity and desirability among collectors and connoisseurs.

7. Enhanced Acoustic and Thermal Insulation :

Persian rugs offer more than just visual appeal; they contribute to a comfortable living environment. The dense pile of these rugs provides excellent acoustic insulation, reducing noise and creating a quieter ambiance in your home. Additionally, the natural wool fibers provide thermal insulation, helping to maintain a comfortable temperature in the room.

8. Environmental Sustainability :

Vintage Persian rugs are inherently sustainable. Crafted from natural fibers, they are biodegradable and have a minimal environmental impact compared to synthetic alternatives. By choosing a vintage Persian rug, you contribute to sustainable practices and reduce your ecological footprint, aligning your investment with a commitment to environmental responsibility.

Wrapping Up

Investing in vintage Persian rugs in New York transcends the realm of décor; it is an embrace of history, culture, and timeless beauty. These exquisite carpets not only elevate the aesthetics of your living space but also serve as tangible investments with potential appreciation. As you tread upon the intricate patterns woven by skilled artisans, you not only experience the luxury underfoot but also become a custodian of a piece of artistry that carries the legacy of centuries past. In the world of investments, where trends may fade, the enduring allure of vintage Persian rugs remains steadfast.

[greendecoreusa]

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[gaysindistress]

No one asked for this butttt here's a little fake dating drabble I wrote for @bucks-and-noble's Valentrope fest.

Part two

bucky's masterlist | main masterlist

“I hate you.”

“It’ll pass.”

“No I actually hate you.”

Bucky sighs as he slumps into the hard chair he keeps saying he’s going to get rid of. A glass of whiskey dangles from his hand that is draped over the chair’s arm.

“You don’t hate me, doll. I don’t think you even have it in you to hate me or anyone for that matter.”

From my spot curled up in the chair opposite of him, I glower at him. I’m trying to get him to agree to the half baked plan I came up with trying to sleep last night but he’s not budging. All I need him to do is pretend to be my boyfriend for a wedding this weekend. I already have the backstory for us figured out and I even came up with a few ways for us to break up. All he needs to do is sit pretty, remember our story, and pretend to be in love with me.

“Don’t ‘doll’ me, Barnes. I could not hate you more than I do right now.” I try to sound serious but it’s like a toddler trying to say hospital; it doesn’t sound right no matter how many times I try.

He takes a sip of his drink, eyeing me as the nasty liquid slips past his lips and down his throat. I’ve never understood how he can drink something that tastes so awful and burns going down.

“What about Sam? I can pay him to do it.”

Groaning, I throw my head back and squeeze my eyes shut.

“No Bucky. It has to be you. Sam’s great but I-kind-of-already-told-everyone-about-you.” The last part is incredibly rushed and I really hope that he didn’t hear it.

My hopes are crushed though. He coughs and chocks on his whiskey.

“I’m sorry. You did what now?” He rasps out in a scratchy voice.

“Dont make me say it again.”

I hear him get up and softly approach me. His shoes make almost no sound as he walks across the Persian rug he let me pick out last year. He told me his office needed updating and handed me his black card. Obviously I had to buy everything that I wanted so that when he wanted to update again, I could take it all home.

Bucky crouches in front of me and puts his hands on my knees. My head lolls forward and I stare down at him with puppy dog eyes. It’s not going to work but it’s worth a shot.

“No, no doll put those away.” He whispers to me with a light squeeze to my knees, “now tell me what you did again.”

“I already told everyone about you.”

“And who is everyone?”

“Buckyyyy,” I whine and try to pull my legs away but he holds them in place. “Please don’t be mean right now.”

He chuckles at my manipulation. Shaking his head, he stands up and leans over me, placing a hand on either side of my chair. His cologne is faint after his long day but I can still smell hints of its vanilla and tobacco notes.

“If you want me to play your boyfriend then you’ll have to toughen up. I can’t have my girl,” he murmurs as he brushes those plump lips against my cheekbone, “crying the second I tell her no.”

My heart stutters when he starts to trail light kisses from my cheek to the corner of my lips. Like a true tease, he skips over to the other corner and then kisses the tip of my nose.

“Can you do that for me?”

“Are you going to come with me?” I shoot back.

Bucky smirks against my lips. “Of course I am, doll.”

[outlawruben]

Modern AU headcannons

The Vandermatthews family edition

When John was a teenager he made slime and got it in Dutch’s expensive Persian rug he keeps in the office. (Dutch was LIVID.)

Hosea reads late into the night, which caused Dutch to buy one of those clip on reading lights so he can finally sleep peacefully.

Dutch and Hosea do embarrassing dances in the kitchen/living spaces when the kids are around. Arthur and John cringe hard at this.

John was introduced to Limp Bizkit and his life was forever changed.

Arthur: “GET OUT OF MY ROOM.”

John *In the doorway*: “IM NOT IN YOUR ROOM.”

Arthur: “dinner is ready.”

John: “OKAY.”

Arthur, louder: “OKAY!”

Arthur tans at the beach, John burns

Arthur has straight A’s, John has straight C’s

John will take a (monthly) shower and get the WHOLE floor wet

John’s favorite Christmas was when he got a bass guitar, and Arthur’s favorite was when he got his blue truck.

Arthur sits on Dutch/Hosea’s bed and just spills the tea to Hosea late into the evening (Dutch wants to get ready for bed soon)

Arthur is a PC player, and John is a console player

John has to go to the mall with Arthur when he wants to go alone because “John doesn’t socialize enough”

They both got to choose their bedroom colors, however, John wasn’t allowed to do THE DARKEST black in the store, so his room is a dark grey with a black accent wall. (Arthur’s room is blue)

Branching off of that, Arthur and John could decorate their rooms HOWEVER they wanted, there was no intervention from the dads

Hosea does the “Dad hand” during road trips when the boys have a snack he wants.

Hosea is the designated driver because Dutch has terrible road rage

They live on a pond, in fact Dutch and Hosea argued over it before buying the house, so much so that Hosea threatened a divorce because the ONLY thing he wants is a pond. Dutch folded, and Hosea fishes everyday.

Arthur loved Percy Jackson and John loved Warrior Cats.

Arthur is a cereal eater, and John is a pop-tart eater

The contrast between Arthur’s masterpieces vs John’s doodles are crazy. (They’re both proudly displayed on the front of the fridge no matter what) (yes this is based on their canonical journal entries, sue me)

John and Arthur took those embarrassing Macy’s photoshoots in the early 2000’s that are out on display for everyone to see in the future.

John has an INCREDIBLY embarrassing graduation photo from when he was in his emo phase in high school, and his dads refuse to remove it. (It’s placed next to Arthur’s gleaming grad photo)

Dutch has slippers he wears around the house, and Hosea just wears his socks.

John still doesn’t know how to swim in this AU, Hosea has tried to teach him, but John refuses to get in the water.

They have taxidermy in their house from when Hosea went hunting more often when he was younger.

Somehow Hosea and Dutch’s aesthetics work so well together.

Dutch is very much old money, and maximalist, and Hosea is definitely Vintage and Woodsy (It works together if you saw their house)

You would be convinced that John’s nails were naturally black and chipped from how much he painted them.

Hosea has a “Shop” in the garage like every dad has to have. (It’s full of fishing supplies, paint cans, and other tools ofc)

John’s room is very dark, messy, and covered in posters from every movie/Tv show/video game he’s ever seen/played. Also, making the bed? What’s that?

Arthur’s room is open and airy, with his own mountain murals painted on the walls, a full art desk, and he also doesn’t know what making the bed means.

[lilis-palace]

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I use this set in all of my builds and since my skills have improved a lot, i decided to make some updates on them. ⚪ Hanging & Table Portraits

Changed the intensity of the specular maps in the portrait area

Reduced the extreme brightness of the portraits

Applied a little sepia effect

⚪ Bust of Vlad

NEW .PACKAGE FILE! NEEDS TO BE REPLACED!

I remade the mesh & added a LOD1

I added a detailed bump map

Changed the specular map to look more marble-ish

Replaced the existing swathes with 8 new better looking ones

⚪ Persian Rug

NEW .PACKAGE FILE! NEEDS TO BE REPLACED!

It had lighting issues so I fixed them

⚪ Small & Wide Etageres

Specular map got fixed

Even more slots added

⚪ General

Missing logos were added to swatch thumbnails for most of the items

[xotaemintol]

FLIRTY JONGHYUN THOUGHTS//SMUT

::This is in no way, shape, or form, meant to be disrespect or hurtful/triggering to anyone, this is purely FICTIONAL and not at all real nor is it meant to seem that way. I understand that there are some who would disagree with smut of Jonghyun being written and I will consider everyone's points as best as I can, I did ask in a poll how people would feel and the majority have said that they would not feel uncomfortable or dislike it, if you are uncomfortable with it or dislike it, please keep scrolling or leave me constructive criticism/feedback obviously nothing hateful or harmful), I'II be sure to consider your point:) if not, enjoy!::

“Said baby come fuck with a pro” ~ Persian Rugs

I can't stop thinking about how good Jonghyun would be at flirting, the way he'd flash you a panty-dropping smile as he's walking beside you, and how good he'd look wearing a plain white shirt with the classic black jeans and a small gold chain to add an extra ‘hemp’. How his hand would brush yours and how everytime you say something that surprises him he'd go: “Really?!” The way he'd smell so good too, every time he slyly bumps into your side you’d catch a whiff of him and your knees go weak, don’t think it’s an accident either, he knows what he’s doing when he looks at you with those shiny puppy-like eyes, and that pussy throbbing smile, he knows that he’s eating away at your self-control with every compliment and every question and he loves seeing how you react, although he’s shy at first, he plays one hell of a game.

Give him three minutes and he’ll have your number, address, every social you have, your friends and family’s names, a date and time, and your ring size. He could talk you out of your panties before you even realize what’s happening, Don’t catch him when he’s out in public at night that man is absolutely unstoppable, and adding the romantic and suggestive elements of nighttime only makes him more dangerous. You’d be leaving the convenience store just as he’s going in and of course, he sees you and can’t miss his chance, so he’ll rush in and buy what he needs, and instead of getting back in his car he’ll catch up to you and politely stop you.

“Excuse me miss.” His opener and insanely irresistible voice immediately catch your attention and when you look at him all he has to do is say that he wants you, he doesn’t even need to speak but of course, you can’t give it up that easily, so you walk and talk for a while, getting to know the basics about each other. Names, hobbies, occupations, love lives, and all the other simple things, your conversation goes smoothly and flows so perfectly, You both perfectly bounce off of each other’s sentences so easily that it seems like you’ve met the man of your dreams. When he offers to drive you back home and tells you that his car is just around the corner you jokingly say that he seems like a player, to which he’d laugh and deny as you walk back to his car. The inside would be so clean and smell so good that it would immediately turn you on, As soon as he turns on the radio and starts to softly speak to you it’s wraps. A quick detour from your house to his and some passionate kisses later and you’re suddenly in his bed, undressed, and high on endorphins. And his game doesn’t just stop when you hit the bed, No no no, Jonghyun easily checks all the boxes.

A soft dom with an amazing bedroom voice, guiding you sweetly and building you up with ease as he’s touching you, everything you thought about sex is completely changed and turned inside out in the best ways possible. Being a pleaser whose main goal is to leave you on cloud nine Jonghyun would be able to make you cum multiple times without making you feel too sensitive to go on, somehow with every time you finish you crave more instead of being worn out, not to mention the way he’d encourage you, telling you that you’re doing such a good job, asking you if that feels good, asking you if that’s the spot you like and if you want more, you don’t have to beg either, he’s quick to give and he’s going to give and give until you are beyond satisfied. By the time he starts to fuck you it’s like your whole body has ripped into a million pieces and become something completely new, his stroke game is so good that it feels like he was reaching parts of you that had never even been imagined before, being able to bring you to a height that you’ve never known was reachable with slow and steady movements. Every time he moves forward your whole body reacts, and the chills don’t stop for a second, while with others it’s always a come and go, a “find the right spot.” With Jonghyun, every spot is the right spot, forget good, he’s a pro. When it’s unfortunately over, you almost immediately fall asleep, you’re too tired to even take the water he offered or the shower and clothes. Of course, he’d be able to knock you out easily, he could’ve done it in one round, but the excitement made you pull through two.

…I think I got a little distracted lol.

[kabillieu]

This is the rug I bought. It's nearly 10x13 feet, so it's pretty big. I also just spent an equivalent amount of money on new tires and wheel bearings for my car, which I didn't think twice about. I wish I wasn't so weird about money, but I really do believe I don't deserve to have nice things, and when I do buy myself nice things I feel TERRIBLE about it, for days sometimes. This rug is in great shape. It's 40-60 years old. We will keep it forever, and it will look great almost anywhere we put it, anywhere we live, because it is a classic-looking antique Persian rug. We're still using a $150 rug we bought from Lowe's 20 years ago. We keep and use our things.

(I was fine about spending the money on my car because my tires were so dry-rotted they were unsafe. Dominic has been pushing to buy a new car for at least a couple years, but I do not want a car payment! I just want to drive my hail-damaged beater of a 10yo Subaru Outback forever thank you very much.)

[kebriones]

Alcibiades headcanons that nobody asked for. (These are all made up from my brain for fun)

-Never got acne on his face as a teenager, only occasionally on his upper back. It's a gene thing, his parents didn't get acne either.

-if he focuses a lot he can pronounce the Rs. But since he doesn't have to, he mostly doesn't go through the trouble. The more relaxed he is the more heavy his Ls become.

-He's always carrying something to chew on for fresh breath, be it mint, basil or mastic. He likes mastic in general, and chewing it helps him focus when he's working.

-often goes down to peiraius' taverns by himself to eat fish with his friends there, who are mostly seamen and merchants. They are mostly nice people who don't try to flatter him or sleep with him for political reasons and it's refreshing. They also like gambling and Alcibiades loves gambling, but can't really properly indulge in it with high class aristocratic athenian company.

-can actually drive a chariot very well, but has grown too tall and heavy to do it competitively anymore, which makes him a little sad sometimes.

-the persian cook that he has working at his house really likes him and is always trying to feed him as a love language.

-in typical Athenian fashion, he doesn't eat breakfast. Later in life when he's lived in other places, he realises eating breakfast is actually nice.

-sometimes he believes in the gods, and sometimes he doesn't. It comes and goes.

-his house is full of rugs everywhere. How many rugs does he own.

-his house in Athens isn't that big, but it's full of things, and the elaborate murals on the walls make it look completely full.

-he takes steaming hot, lavender scented baths. At least one hetaira has to be included in that ritual, if only for music.

-has a collection of intricate strigils, but only really used a plain old one that curves just right and has grown a perfect edge from use. Not too sharp, not too dull, completely smooth and easy on the skin.

-when he came back to athens from exile he tried his best to buy back any of his old possessions that he could find.

-will eat snails if he has to, but won't choose to eat them if he has a choice. Same for cicadas, but he will occasionally get a craving for them. Used to be his favorite food as a kid.

-he can eat fried squid until he passes out, Socrates jokes they always have to keep an eye on him when there's squid around.

-when he goes to Persia and tries foods with actual sugar in them he has to try extremely hard to eat in moderation. Tissaphernes is always amused by how much Alcibiades loves sugar.

-he likes flute music a lot. He just doesn't like playing it.

-will sing shanties along with the oarsmen while on his ship.

-the ship modification hammock is mostly a joke and for showing off, he doesn't really get to use it.

-he makes sure to get his ship's eyes repainted as often as possible, and makes them as garishly colorful as possible.

-once he moves to thrace he always wears closed boots with fleece inside. His feet get very cold easily and he doesn't like it.

-has some scars that he's very proud of, and some scars that he's tried every single skin remedy he could find to get rid of. The scars he's okay with are mostly from battles.

-you can tell how busy or not busy he is by wether or not he bothers to complain about the humidity messing up his hair. When he's actually busy he usually just uses a bunch more oil than usual and ignores it.

-socrates had to shame him into cutting his hair for mourning when Pericles died. He really didn't want to cut his hair.

-he's almost always wearing makeup, usually just kohl for everyday things, and more fancy stuff for symposia and special occasions. When he got older, like after 40, he started using more and more kohl to hide the small wrinkles that had started forming around his eyes.

[richardafkari]

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[silverwarewolf]

TAG GAME: pick stuff from your room and have people vote on what they would like to have

thansk for the game @postalninja. similarly i will not be parting with my decor because 1) that would be a logistic nightmare and 2) i like my decor thank you very much. but this is still a fun game.

EDIT: THE TERRARIUM HAS A WOODEN DRAGON I THINK THE POLL DIDNT FIT THE WHOLE THING

uhhhh who do i tag. @silvercat-the-daydreamer @starkittnd93 @albatris @monkey-d-lesbian @disordered-creature thaaaats five tags i think thats enough i am eepy but if you see this and wanna jump in, be my guest