Fabulous Brazil

When trying to locate accessories for clients' homes there are two common issues that come up:

1) I don't want the same "Pottery Barn" pieces that everyone else has...

2) If I'm going to display something in my home, I'd like it to mean something to me...

I have a great solution - visit another country! Even if you don't have the time or means to travel abroad, you can essentially take a trip to fabulous Brazil right here in Austin.

Ana Brasil is a wonderful shop, located off Anderson Lane just past Shoal Creek. The owner, Ana Teixeira is Brazilian, as are all the staff. When you drop by you are welcomed with the sounds of Brazil, with Bossa Nova or Samba playing in the background. There is a cafezinho (strong, sweet Brazilian espresso) waiting fhttp://www.anabrasil.com/or you and all manner of treats and treasures to explore.

More importantly, Ana takes frequent trips to Brazil to mentor budding artists. She helps them find a market for their work and brings some of their pieces here to Austin. As you walk through her shop, photos and stories of each of the artists abound and are proudly displayed next to their work. Not only can you find some beautiful and unique works, you can feel proud to be helping these artists make a living for themselves and their families.



Ana Brasil is located at 7813 Rockwood Lane, Suite 101, Austin, TX, 78757. Their website is http://www.anabrasil.com/ .

Liquidation of Home Furnishing

http://www.globalliquidators.com

While none of us want to benefit from an other's misfortune I would be remiss if I did not point you in the direction of some really unique sales /auctions in the area.

This coming weekend there is an important on site auction in Steiner Ranch, at the Bluffs. Both the home and contents at 13001 Zen Garden Way (78732) will be up for auction. Movable property includes Persian rugs and carpets, jade collections, Chagall lithographs, furniture, patio sets, antiques, etc. Most of the items will be sold without reserves.

The sale commences Saturday, August 23rd at 12:00pm and again on Sunday, August 24th at 2:oo pm. Doors open 1 hour prior to each auction for viewing.

Purchases can be made with checks (w/ID), Visa, MC, Amex, or cash.

Austin Auction Summer Clearance

Many of you have watched auctions on TV but have never been to one. To get in on the fun, check out Austin Auction Gallery. It is a great opportunity to find those interesting, one-of-a-kind pieces you just don’t see everywhere else. At the end of the month (Saturday, August 30th) they will have their annual Warehouse Clearance auction - see their web site for details.

You can sign up on their website for E-alerts of scheduled auctions - such as the one below that was just held. A great way to stay in the loop!

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THIS WEEK AT
AUSTIN AUCTION GALLERY

Saturday August 9, 7:00pm
“Persian Rugs, Oil Paintings, Art Bronzes”

Just Arrived!! A Fresh Selection Of Persian Rugs,
Framed Oil Paintings, And Art Bronzes.

PREVIEW NOW AT
http://austinauction.com/a.html

We are open for preview on Friday 12:00pm until 3:00pm.
We open for preview Saturday at 4:00pm.

Model Home Inventory Clearance

One of my favorite places to poke around, Home Consignment Center, has just landed the inventory from a Model Home Clearance. They are located at Mopac and 360, at the Arbor Walk shopping center.

There are all manner of items:

Sofas
Sectionals
Bookcases
Night Stands
Desks
Libraries
Chairs
Dining Tables
Beds
Lamps
Accessories
...plus much more!!

Check it out for some great deals on designer quality pieces.

Home Consignment Center - Arbor Walk
10515-J N. MoPac Expy.
Austin, TX 78759

512-346-2900
hccaustin2@yahoo.com