Barn Light Electric: Retro Industrial Modern Lighting
:: TONS of selection and options :: Vintage and modern design permutations
Barn Light makes those cool metal gooseneck, wall-mount lighting that you see on barns and high up on storefronts, also illuminating signs. With a timeless modern industrial look, they fit in many different environments. They also make the stylish vapor light fixtures, which you may see in mine shafts or other industrial space- and hanging metal pendant restaurant lighting (also looks great above a pool table)… and have ventured into minimalist and crisp modern designs.
Just when you think you’ve seen it all, their surprisingly large stock continues with slight profile variations and galvanized or modern brushed metal finishes… all with pretty amazing prices! I really like their term “atomic era lighting” – describing futuristic, yet retro forms. Lamps range from barn lights to wall sconces and gooseneck lighting, to ceiling lighting, chandeliers, bath bars, ceiling fans, outdoor and sign lighting. Brass hardware includes hooks, towel bars, mirrors, drawer pulls, door knockers, soap dishes and more.
Surprisingly, they also have vintage industrial furniture with steel framing and wood-block table tops. Very rectangular, solid and built from locally salvaged materials for use as workbenches, utility carts, or kitchen islands.
ducduc: Modern Furniture for Babies and Kids
:: HUGE selection :: Modern, green design :: Infant through teen collections
If you are looking for design that raises the bar for youth furniture, look no further than ducduc. I am amazed at the modern forms and style of the furniture. Intersecting volumes, clean lines and sophisticated rectangular connections make these pieces true works of art. And they look like they’d be fun to explore as a kid!
ducduc strives to environmentally conscious. They use non toxic, pollutant-free finishes, sustainably harvested wood, low energy manufacturing, achieving a small carbon footprint and minimized waste. Made in USA really helps reduce that footprint too.
There are over a dozen collections, each with dozens of designs for youth furniture or to design a nursery for your infant. Filter your search by browsing the named collections, shop by room, or by furniture category.
Inter-Lok: Modular Garage Storage Cabinets and Systems
:: Widely Available :: Modular Systems :: Drawers, Cabinets, Shelves and Panels
Storage systems are widely configurable in modular layouts. The high-density polyethylene parts inter-lock easily and quickly, requiring no tools or fasteners, and are ideal for garage environments because they do not rust and are easily cleanable. Drawer units glide on steel rails, and doors can be mounted on either side for flexibility of cabinetry.
http://inter-lok.com/index.html
Also available at Kmart online, Home Depot and more. Made in USA!
Patriot Plastics: Plastic Kitchen Utensil Set
*Non-stick *Reasonable pricing *One-piece mold doesn’t leak *Great reviews
Patriot Plastics: Kitchen tool set of eight for about $55. This is a manufacturing technique that is easily done in America – injection molded plastics (why the need to do this overseas?). Gentle and perfect for non-stick surfaces. I personally prefer this one-piece mold versus the separate handle because I find that other handles leak and contain water when submerged or washed in the dishwasher – in this case the water can slowly trickle out, even into your cuisine.
Includes
-New Stir Fry Tool (not shown in picture)
-Cooking Skimmer
-Pasta Spoon
-Large Spatula
-Large Slotted Spatula
-Small Spatula
-Large Cooking Spoon
-Large Slotted Cooking Spoon
Gets fantastic reviews!!
http://madeinusaforever.com/setofsekitom.html
Bamboosa: Bamboo Fiber Blend Clothing for All
*Luxurious *Sustainable *Super-soft and gentle *Super-absorbent *Variety
Bamboosa: Bamboo fiber blend clothing for men, women and babies – made in the Carolinas and luxurious-to-the-touch. Not just Yoga clothes! For men they have 70/30 blend Tees (which I will feature here), socks, ski and skull caps, and boxers. For women they have skirts, long and short sleeve tops (nice v neck), yoga pants and sleepwear slips. For the family they have soap made with bamboo powder and essential oils.
Bonus reasons: ring-spun yarn that yields the softest and finest knit fabric, chlorine-free bleaching process, energy and water-efficient dyes, packaging is all recycled. Sustainable harvesting, gentle on your and your baby’s skin… it absorbs up to 4x that of cotton.
Gotta give them props for their outreach and encouragement to explore other US made sites! https://www.bamboosa.com/engage.php?PID=37
Great mommy-review here: http://theinquisitivemom.blogspot.com/2012/02/bamboosa-bamboobaby-clothing-review.html
Fryes: Boots, Shoes and Handbags
*Timeless *Broad spectrum of designs *Precise craftsmanship *Rugged
Fryes: admit it. These are the toughest, baddest, iconic boots and shoes out there. And they are STILL made in the USA. Traditionally they have survived the test of time on design and functionality, and they are still breaking new ground with designs like the Coby… a strappy shoe for women, as well as refined casuals and oxfords for men, and even a huge dynamic assortment of attractive and well-proportioned clogs.
http://www.thefryecompany.com/
Easy view on Amazon; just limit your search:
Frye Boots on Amazon
Frye Shoes on Amazon
Dozens of Frye Handbags
La Z Boy Furniture
*Widely available *Reasonable prices *Beginning to offer modern designs
La Z Boy: Although LZB hasn’t been the pinnacle of design, they do have a few more modern designs for the distinguished palette… from pinstriped padded chairs to theater seats, to modern couches
http://www.la-z-boy.com/Furniture/?WT.ac=products@topmenu
The Kiefer loveseat is one of the nicer modern designs in a variety of sizes and colors. Made in USA! I wonder if the living room tables are made in USA?
http://www.la-z-boy.com/Product/5129-7163/Kiefer-Accent-Loveseat/
Schoolhouse Electric & Supply Co: Design-Inspired Lamps
*Retro-sexy *Sophisticated *Reasonable prices *Mix and match lamps and shades
Schoolhouse Electric & Supply Co.: design-inspired lamps that are cross-bred between scientific lab equipment and Deco commercial lighting from the early 20th century… in the craftsmanship and pricing similar to Resoration Hardware Co. This makes for some exciting pieces – and at reasonable prices, all posted on their online store. I usually yawn when I see a chandelier category, but their Orbit 7 model is about as modern and hip as you can get, with a tinge of a sense of humor within. This is real artwork, and you can get it without breaking the bank.
Check out their “Hardware” products for cabinet knobs, drawer pulls, hinges, hooks and more. They have a few metal stamped door signs for restroom, number signs that interestingly have a non-painted option that looks swanky.
Go here to see their stock and pricing, and be sure to look at the four major “Ready To Ship” categories.
http://www.schoolhouseelectric.com/lighting-and-hardware/ready-to-ship.html
Here is the Orbit 8 model that is both fun and high-design. It even comes with custom cord length option and a few cord and shade color options.
http://www.schoolhouseelectric.com/lighting-and-hardware/fixtures/chandelier/orbit-8.html
John Boos: Kitchen Carts and Furniture
John Boos: Reasonably priced Kitchen carts, monster butcher blocks, unique cutting boards for professionals, commercial work tables, furniture (even dining and park benches and tables), countertops, shelves, sinks, display fixtures, and wood maintenance creams and oils.
Browse product here with pricing:
http://www.johnboos.com/
Then locate a dealer or find a merchant selling online:
http://www.johnboos.com/find_a_dealer
Or find a few thousand items on Amazon: (limit your search once you’re there)
John Boos Kitchen Carts – Over a Hundred Models
John Boos Cutting Boards
John Boos Barsools
Here is a great chef’s cart for under a grand:
John Boos Edge Grain Maple Cucina Americana Elegante Chef’s Cart
Another killer maple-top cart with drawers:
John Boos VEN3626 Cucina Veneto 2-1/4in. Thick Hard Maple Top w/ 2 Drawers
American Leather: Modern Leather Furniture
American Leather: REALLY nice selection of modern leather furniture with super crisp lines, and the only sleeper sofa with a Tempur-pedic mattress, and can be found at Crate&Barrel, Design Within Reach and Room&Board (also featured at USGroove). Have a look on their beautiful website and locate a dealer near you in their convenient zip-code locator:
http://www.americanleather.com/default.aspx