The Scarab Blog

    Turkish Crochet Necklaces

    Posted by Janie Viehman on February 20, 2014 in Featured Merchandise

    Hand-made Silk Creations

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    Design Fanfare at The Scarab

    Posted by Larry Stone on February 14, 2014 in Featured Merchandise

    Industrial Trash Turned Into Modern Treasure

    Although Jane Rohr has a knack for finding hidden treasures all over the world, once the treasures find their way into the store anything can happen. Originally discovered in Texas, this industrial waste, an abandoned old five-foot fan started with faded red blades and a little bit of rust but Jane knew it was something special. It is now a lazy suzan or shall we say a 5 Ft. round coffee table with a spin!

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    The Journey of a Mid-Century Modern Chair

    Posted by Janie Viehman on December 5, 2013 in Featured Merchandise

    A Brent Bingham Creation

    One aspect that makes The Scarab a one-of-a-kind place is the authenticity of the pieces displayed. When owner Jane Rohr was at an outdoor market in Texas, she came across a mid-century modern indoor-outdoor wire framed Homecrest chair.  Often used as patio furniture in the 1950s, the mid-century modern chair was a rare find and caught the eye of local photographer Brent Bingham.

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    Afghan Silk Bracelets

    Posted by Janie Viehman on March 8, 2013 in Featured Merchandise

    Silk Bands with Colorful Beading

    Hand-made and One-of-a-Kind Jewelry

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