17 September 2010

Antique Wheat Grinder

Anyone know the official name?  Found it and love it.  It used to be used for grinding up wheat into flour.


I love finding beautiful things I never even knew existed.  This one has a pretty gold nailhead design. 
The Pure Style Home online store is opening up soon and & I can't wait!!

If you're in the DC area this weekend, be sure to go to the DC flea!!  Eddie & Jaithan are here & would love it if you could come!!  They're the best!!  Check here for details.


xoxo, Lauren
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29 comments:

  1. ginaSeptember 17, 2010 at 9:32 AM

    Love it! Take the grinder thing out, place a glass top on the base and it would be an interesting side table

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  2. pve designSeptember 17, 2010 at 9:35 AM

    love to see an arrangement of golden wheat inside!
    pve

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  3. Ms. BrightSeptember 17, 2010 at 9:36 AM

    neat piece! It's like a giant mortar and pestle. I agree with pve.

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  4. Laura TreveySeptember 17, 2010 at 9:40 AM

    I love adding cool things like that to a room... it adds so much character!!

    xoxo

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  5. A House and HomeSeptember 17, 2010 at 9:59 AM

    What an amazing find. I could never part with it if I were you!

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  6. JulesSeptember 17, 2010 at 10:06 AM

    I wonder, did the beautiful decoration make the job less tedious?!!!

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  7. KathysueSeptember 17, 2010 at 10:34 AM

    Verry cool piece!! I can see a fern sitting in that, the green wouldlook amazing with the dk brown. Lucky you, you get to E&J say HI to them for me, love those guys,Kathysue

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  8. AnonymousSeptember 17, 2010 at 10:38 AM

    Wow, great find! Can't wait to see you tomorrow!!

    xo
    E+J

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  9. DebSeptember 17, 2010 at 10:42 AM

    Love it!!!

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  10. Teresa Hatfield ~ Splendid SassSeptember 17, 2010 at 10:51 AM

    I love this grinder. I have not seen anything like it.
    Have a nice day.
    Teresa (Splendid Sass)

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  11. Flavia @ Estilo HomeSeptember 17, 2010 at 11:25 AM

    Very unique find! I'll be at the DC Big Flea tomorrow and look forward to meeting you!

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  12. debra @ 5th and stateSeptember 17, 2010 at 11:33 AM

    it is pieces like that that make our homes so special....what a conversation piece!

    lauren, may i ask a huge favor of you? actually two?
    can you give a big hug to eddie and to jaithan, from me?

    thanks luv!
    xo
    debra

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  13. CindySeptember 17, 2010 at 1:26 PM

    Very cool! That is so nice! Don't you love the history behind pieces such as this?

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  14. Acquired ObjectsSeptember 17, 2010 at 1:44 PM

    Love seeing old time tools and this piece is beautiful, very cool.

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  15. JoannaSeptember 17, 2010 at 5:37 PM

    Lovely!!! Nice post, check out 3D Rendering

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  16. La Petite GallerySeptember 17, 2010 at 5:58 PM

    Far out.
    Just think you can sit and grind.
    Seriously it's terrific.

    yvonne

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  17. DecRenew Interiors September 17, 2010 at 8:29 PM

    I'd chill my wine in this beautiful piece.

    Ruthie

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  18. EnvymycookingSeptember 17, 2010 at 10:44 PM

    Loving that. new to your blog. if you want new recipes come on over to our site

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  19. qeratSeptember 18, 2010 at 3:01 AM

    Nice piece. The name would depend on its origin, do you know where it is from?

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  20. Gretchen O.September 18, 2010 at 7:53 AM

    That is such a cool piece...going shopping with E & J in charlotte and really excited! --Gretchen O.

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  21. RieSeptember 18, 2010 at 8:12 AM

    Excited about your store Lauren!

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  22. nelyaSeptember 18, 2010 at 10:49 AM

    That really is beautiful, Lauren. What a unique find. I love all of the intricate detailing on such a utilitarian item...shows someone really loved it and took pride in the most simplest of things.

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  23. Cristin // Simplified BeeSeptember 18, 2010 at 3:27 PM

    What a great find! Love those little accents in a home that are conversation starters.

    xo,
    cristin

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  24. kayce hughesSeptember 19, 2010 at 10:36 PM

    It looks a lot prettier than mine but I am thankful that mine plugs into the wall.

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  25. WindlostSeptember 20, 2010 at 12:18 AM

    Very cool!!

    P.S. David is going to be in Virginia for 10 days, leaving Wed. I told him he should visit you but he is too shy!! He will be seeing Gettysburg and then a short visit back to DC and then to Charlottesville, etc.

    I am going home to visit my family the day after he gets back. I hate doing a separate vacation but ALL my family is out east and once a year isn't always enough. So this year I am going a second time. He loves Civil War stuff, so I said "why don't you go to Virginia and PA and see all the stuff you missed".

    He will have an awesome time. Meant to email you. I wanted to let you know in case he ever ran into car trouble etc. nearby. He never worries about that stuff but I always do!! I told him you are up near the Tyson malls, so he will be passing right by!! If I were with him, we'd be comin' for a visit!!

    Hope all is well with the new everythingz...

    Talk soon, Terri xox

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  26. UnknownSeptember 20, 2010 at 6:37 AM

    I think I would call it an Antique Wheat Grinder! ;) It is so lovely, in great condition, and I agree, the nailhead is fabulous! Can't wait for the store, Lauren! XX!

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  27. LindsBSeptember 20, 2010 at 3:52 PM

    I so wish I was in the area- I'm dying to meet you AND eddie and jaithan :)

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  28. AnonymousSeptember 22, 2010 at 3:39 PM

    i love the way you placed this wheat grinder has been placed, it looks very elegant and very vintage decor, very beautiful item for a beautiful and cozt home

    x0x0x0x0

    AboutCabinets blog

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  29. AnonymousSeptember 24, 2010 at 12:44 PM

    Wonderful finds! Your home is so beautiful and it reminds me of a cozy tropical retreat. So fabulous.

    XO, Mrs. U
    http://muvement.blogspot.com

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