Made in the USA is important. Finally have 3 years we can proudly say that about Efex.
In February of 2014 we received our first shipment of Efex from New Zealand. A lot has changed and we have grown tremendously. Two years on the journey continues in ways we never dreamed of.
It was early 2014 sharing a glass of wine with our friend, New Zealand artist Margret Wolley’s, that I uttered these simple words… “Margret what a lovely mirror, where did you find it?”
Her answer surprised me, “I made it dear.” She then proceeded to leave the room. When she returned she had a brown paper grocery bag filled with little latex bits. “I used these!”
I was enthralled! By the time we left New Zealand, we were the sole distributors for Efex Decorative Moldings. The adventure had begun.
The mirrors that started it all are stunning. Notice there is another one in the reflection. You can see more of Margret Wooly’s Efex Art here.
It was no surprise that our first Efex project was a mirror. February of 2014 after a hectic week unpacking all the Efex. We took a break from all the bagging and tagging to finally create and see what these latex pieces could do. We chose this lovely large mirror to adorn with some scrolly corners and pediments. (C45 corners and P13 pediments)
Today this mirror sits in our home. It brings a smile to my face every time I walk by.
This year we took the ultimate plunge purchasing the manufacturing side of Efex and moving production to the USA. As of this month, our two year anniversary of distributing Efex, we can officially say our moldings are made In Maine.
Our Efex video series shows off many of the different styles of Efex. Today we’re showing – “How To Dress Up A Dresser…Escutcheons”.
We have 4 different escutcheons. The little petite E1 is just perfect for small projects, and E2 has a little more curvy detail. E3 is tall and skinny, perfect for a taller piece or behind drawer pulls. And E5 is just an elegant lady. Where’s E4? We’ll you’ll just have to stick around to find out!
What’s that I hear you saying? What’s an escutcheon?
Simply put a fancy French word for key hole cover.
We used E2s to makeover this lovely navy blue highboy.
While E3 turned this IKEA hack from modern to classic.
Here is the original bronze of our fabulous French E5.
So whether you’re dressing up naked keyhole covers, or making faux ones, you just can’t go wrong with these escutcheons.
Visit a retailer near you online or in store to find these and more!
Architectural detail has always been an inspiration for us.We find for decorating everything from houses to lamps comes from so many old world carvers and artist.
This wall just grabbed our attention. The different textures and patinas makes for a compelling display. You can use Efex moldings to create similar pieces of small architectural art for your own home. Just grab your favorite pieces and a canvas, viola! Instant art!
While this facade is a little large to duplicate inside a normal home, the idea of mixing gothic and romantic is wonderful eye candy.
The same is true of this embellishment on an entryway door. However, if you just used a simple design like the bottom panel, it would become instantly a country style. We just love how these styles can work in so many settings.
This elegant door handle in a smaller form could be a marvelous escutcheon on a large bureau or sideboard. The curves are just wonderful.
Finally, the doors behind this bed suggest a fun panel that could easily be imitated on a pair of doors positioned behind any bed. It is such a great idea for a headboard.
What do you think? Should we make some of these designs as Efex?
Mora Clock Revamp – How to get the luxe look for less
The Mora Clocks we showed yesterday were all wonderful examples of antiques. Remember Mora, the wonderful Scandinavian Style clock that saved a village?
Today we’re introducing our second video in our series “How to Apply Appliques”. The object of our furniture love today is a Mora clock. Sadly not an antique, but a great reproduction. This video will show you how to use one simple Efex, an F28 frame, to style your clock for an elegant Swedish Look.
Mora Clock’s are fit for a kings and queens, but simple enough to be seen in an chic country home. Any of the round frames would easily work to add style and class to these curvaceous clocks.
