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"Black friday" is now commonly known as the day after Thanksgiving, as far as shopping is concerned. This moniker began in the 1950's specifically referring to how the Police complained about the influx of people coming to the city to shop. It has also been said that the success of customer purchasing on Black Friday meant that retailers could happily record sales numbers in black ink and move away from the red ink, indicating losses in revenue. Ok, so now let's move onto Bassett, Black Friday and crowds. Our "Black Friday" sale is in full motion NOW. This means that you can stop in on any day of the week, meet with a Designer, (hopefully me) and make decisions involving your indoor and outdoor home furnishing needs in a relaxed, stress free enviornment. Walk-ins are welcome, but I personally prefer having you make an appointment. That way we aren't interrupted and our train of thought doesn't derail. Our sale is 30% off across the board, with the e...

Thanksgiving has been an official holiday since the days of George Washington, who, in 1789, issued the first proclamation of Thanksgiving to honor the new national constitution. During the early 19th century, numerous states began to observe Thanksgiving on their own, setting different dates state by state. In the 1860s, Mrs. Sarah J. Hale, editor of Godey’s Lady’s Book, mounted a vigorous campaign for a national Thanksgiving Day to be on the same date each year, coast to coast. ( Leave it to a woman for sense and sensibilities.) This gained presidential attention, and subsequently, on October 3 of 1863, Abraham Lincoln proclaimed the last Thursday of November as a National Day of Thanksgiving. We celebrated the official holiday together as a nation on November 26, 1863. For the next seventy years, each U.S. President issued his own proclamation confirming the date. Then, in 1939, finally Franklin D. Roosevelt re-set the day as November’s third Thursday. And then in 1941, a resolution...

The first day of fall 2023 is on Saturday, September 23, in the Northern Hemisphere. Known as the autumnal equinox, this is the day of the year when day and night are approximately equal in length all over the world. The fall season is a time of change and transition, as the leaves change color and fall from the trees, the days get shorter, and the air gets cooler and hallmark Channel starts teasing with Holiday ads. It is also a time of harvest, as farmers gather the fruits and vegetables that they have grown throughout the summer. Fall is a popular time for people to enjoy outdoor activities, such as hiking, camping, apple picking, collecting cattails and arranging squash in decorative settings. My personal tradition on the first day of Autumn is to remove all Spring/Summer slipcovers and bring them to the dry cleaner. I also change out area rugs and bedding. People are also more inclined toward indoor activities like reading, watching movies, and baking. Oh, and eating. Hal...

On this day in 1993, The sitcom Frasier—a spin-off of Cheers, starring Kelsey Grammer, debuted on NBC television and became one of the most popular American television shows of the late 20th century. For those of us who watch (ed) this show, you cannot un-see the iconic striped chair belonging to the Dad, that sat among Fraziers classicly styled Seattle flat. For those who never saw the show, I have included a picture. Margaret Wolfe Hungerford is credited with introducing the classic quote " Beauty is in the eye of the beholder." It's true. Although some design decisions are agreed on en masse i.e. Sherwin Williams popular paint color Agreeable Grey, some choices are left to be enjoyed by one's own eyes. Bassett Furniture, established well over 100 years ago has grown in both popularity and design asthetic as more and more transitional frames and fabrics are added to our library on a more than just seasonal basis. Stop in, or better yet, make an appointment to discu...

Here is a fun (?) fact. Ask any Historian and he/she will tell you that the ancient Greeks were the first to designate a specific area for feasting. Back then only men were allowed access to the wood or stone benches where honey cakes and nuts were served, while women stood and young men found a spot on the ground. My, how times have changed. For a while, a more relaxed living style seemed to take away the need for a true Dining Room as people gravitated to kitchen islands and sitting comfortably in the Family or Great room, eating while watching television. Today, dining rooms are making a resurgence in interior design as homeowners seek to create an inviting atmosphere for their friends and family. Please know that Bassett is right with you. Mostly solid woods, performance fabrics and leathers and newly styled upholstered chairs with casters for easy movement will make your design experience easy, attractive and functional. Bring in your room size and a few inspiratio...

Bassett Furniture King of Prussia. All Floor Sample Clearance Furnishings will be sent away at close of business this Sunday. Please visit and see the beautiful Clearance Items. Jim Clarey JPClarey@Bassettfurniture.com 610-377-1249. Our Showroom Hours are 10-6 Monday through Saturday and 12-5 On Sundays. Bassett Bedrooms 30% Off.

Our Maple Braddock Bedroom Furniture is available in many finishes. Visit Bassett Furniture in King of Prussia and ask for Jim. JPClarey@Bassettfurniture.com 610-337-1249 Wednesdays through Sundays.