BRASS + OAK

Home Goods. Furniture. Interior Design. Rugs. Lighting

Interior Design

The BEST DAYS are coming…Father’s Day, Summer Days, and Client Appreciation Day!

Furniture Store, Shop Local, Interior Design, Home DecorMolly CarterComment

Well HELLO and happy almost summer!

By now you are aware that we offer beautiful, quality furniture, that is ready for you to purchase right off of our floor, or completely customize to your liking (pick the fabric/ leather, the cushion type, wood finish, etc). We are packed with new pieces to show off ! Here we have the new modular Dimitry Sectional (for those who love to move pieces around and mix it up), the new Madeline Swivel Chair (in a beautiful check velvet fabric), and the new Macon ottoman (in a faux mohair, with a custom gliding wood waterfall table on top in white oak). Stop by anytime Wednesday - Saturday 10:30-6pm to test out, and touch/ feel the hundreds of fabrics and leather options our shop has to offer.

Sunshine abounds!

Days are longer, nights are warmer, and kids are out of school. It’s time to get outside and enjoy all of the amazing activities our county has to offer- because we are lucky to live here! And of course add some brighter colors and patterns to your home!

We just re-styled the shop- and we have just the accessories to brighten up your home, make your outside adventures more stylish, and celebrate Dad!!


Mark Your Calendars – Please Join Us for Client Appreciation Day:

Friday , 6/13

Client Appreciation Day is coming this week, come in, enjoy some savings, and find something special for the Dad’s, Papa’s, Grandpa’s, and Uncle’s in your life.

Client Appreciation Day is a super special day for our current customers who have previously purchased from our Brass + Oak Shop! We can’t wait to have you back.


The shop is bright and beautiful

Did you know every month the staff of Brass + Oak completely redoes the store? We think this gives us an opportunity to present our amazing products in a new light and make room for fun new arrivals. You won’t believe the florals and bright prints that are here. Everything from pillows, towels, place mats, oven mitts, tablecloths, aprons, rugs, and even door mats.


Father’s Day is Coming, June 15! (That is this Sunday)

We are here and ready to help you curate the perfect gift for the Dad’s in your life. Look at this awesome bar cart! Full of gifts all different types of Dad’s would appreciate. New glasses and ice molds for that tasty summer cold drink outside. Fun long drink spoons or a marble wine stopper. We also have solid french oak cutting boards with drip edges for him to prepare the perfect steak. Because bring on the BBQ’s!


Jacque Price - The Power of Creativity

We recently received new art from our favorite artist, Jacque Price. Born to a creative family, whether it was art or music, Jacque says she’s been painting since she was in diapers. Raised in the East Bay, she then came to Placerville, where generations of her family are, and started high school. She was on a path to go into fashion and was accepted to FIDUM. After a nearly fatal accident she was drawn back to painting and the healing it brought her. She graduated from CSU - Chico with a BA in Studio Art with Painting Distinction. She still wasn’t sure painting was exactly what she was meant to do. Jacque, tried other paths but was once again drawn back to art after a serious health issue. She found that painting was what her body and soul needed. In 2008 she had a showing on Main Street in Placerville, CA in the building right next to Brass + Oak. Molly Carter, our owner, saw her show and a creative relationship was born. Jacque says, “Molly was really the kickstarter to career and knowing it was the right path for her”. She also says, “At the heart I believe in the power of creativity and the importance of being able to express it for your well being”. Jacque now has a gallery in Soquel, Ca, where she offers showings, classes, and even retreats.

Come see this inspirational artist’s pieces locally. We can help you find just the piece that speaks to you and your home!

Need Interior Design Help? Molly Erin’s Got You!

We have the shop for you to pop in any time and source Molly’s favorite home decor items… but if you are Feeling stuck on furniture layout? Not sure if that new sofa will fit? Molly offers one & two-hour consultations—either in her studio (back of the shop) or right in your home!

She’ll help you:

  • Measure and sketch layouts to figure out the best space planning and provide measurements for what actually fits ( because guessing can be risky business)

  • Rearrange and Refresh so your space works better for you (recommend what to put where and how to style)

  • Get her designer shopping recommendations (what to look for, what to skip, colors to incorporate, etc.)

    Visit Molly Erin Designs Services to check out all she has to offer or to get in touch!

    And some other exciting news!.. We’ve officially brought back Molly Erin Designs Blog, and if you love design, you’re going to want to be on the list! We are sharing:

  • Behind the Scenes

  • Project reveals

  • Expert Tips

    Dont Miss Out…Sign Up HERE


B+O Staff News

We are excited to announce the birth of sweet baby Finn to our Social Media Extraordinaire Quinby! She is taking some time to be with all 3 of her beautiful children. We are doing the best we can in her absences, but never fear she will return. Help us in congratulating Quinby on her new baby boy!


Thank you for being a part of our

Brass + Oak Family!

Krystal Aho Brass + Oak

320 Main St.

Placerville, CA 95667

530-497-5529

Mother's Day gifting + Our upcoming POP-UP!! BRASS + OAK HOME

Shop Local, Home Decor, Furniture Store, Interior DesignMolly CarterComment

Happy May! Mother’s Day is quickly approaching… This time of the year especially, we are feeling a ton of gratitude for all the amazing Moms in our life! It’s time to spoil them! Boy do they deserve it.

Still don’t have a gift yet? Stumped? We got you!

We have some fabulous curated gift baskets! Which will make it oh so easy to grab a last-minute gift- that she will still love and value- over that boring Starbucks gift card. ..

We filled a few of our small wooden baskets (Handmade by our very own Grandpa Roy Carter), with goodies your Mama is sure to love!! Our funny Matchboxes which always make us giggle, CBD lollipops (because Moms can always use a little extra help to chill), candles & essential oils, prints by our favorite local artist, Jacque Price, and of course a thoughtful card! Each basket is different, so you can pick one out or make one special for Mom!

If the gift baskets aren’t speaking to you, you can always choose one extra special item you know she would love!! We have everything from plush Waffle Knit Bathrobes and cozy Locally Made Ceramic Coffee Mugs, to Bar Accessories or stunning Charcuterie Boards.

Every mom loves something cozy to help them wind down at the end of a long day! Nothing says “I love you” more than “Here’s something to help you feel relaxed”! Our 100% Turkish Cotton Robes are a dream come true! And who doesn’t love snuggling up in a brand new robe?? Add our Locally Made Ceramic Luna Mug and you’ve got the perfect cozy pair! The Luna Mugs are a crowd favorite here at B+O, and they’re handmade right here in El Dorado County by one of our favorite local ceramists!

As we’re getting back to warmer weather, people are getting ready to entertain! If the Mom in your life loves to entertain, or just loves styling her bar cart, we’ve got the perfect gifts! Some of our favorite bar accessories are back in stock, and in NEW fun colors and styles!!! Our High End Full Bar Set has everything you need to make the perfect cocktail, and our hand painted coasters + bar trays are perfect for entertaining!

Check out our social media, pop into the shop and chat with us, or shoot us a message to take advantage of our expertise and make sure she feels as loved and appreciated as she deserves this year. We know you know she deserves it!

Oh and speaking of Mother’s Day… We are having a POP-UP on Saturday, May 7th from 10:30-6PM! We’ll be hosting Rachel from Bitterwitch Apothecary, who will be here with all of her handmade goodies like bath salts, candles, and spring decor! She’ll be here ALL DAY so make sure to stop by!!! It’s the day before Mother’s Day.. So it’s the perfect time to grab your Mom or girlfriends, and come by the shop for a fun Mother’s Day outing! Grab some brunch and plan for some Main Street local shopping! We hope to see you there!!!

Spring has officially sprung and we couldn’t be more excited about all the Spring goodies we have in the shop right now! We also have TONS of new product coming that is hitting the shelves every week, so make sure to stop by to see the new arrivals!

We love a good Spring cleaning & refresh, and we have everything you need to spruce up your space as the weather gets warmer! New doormats are a quick easy way to make your home feel ready for the new season! We love to layer doormats to get the perfect look - Check out the below photo for one of our favorite new doormats styled!

Speaking of easy ways to bring spring into your space.. We all love getting new houseplants during this season! Our plants deserve a spring glow-up too! We have brand new Tassel Belly Baskets & tons of new planter styles that are sure to make your greenery stand out!

Come on by and let us help you with all your Spring needs, from Mother’s Day gifts to refreshing your home for Spring! WE TRULY APPRECIATE YOUR LOCAL SUPPORT and we hope to see you here for our Mother’s Day Weekend Pop Up!!

Give your Bathroom a Refresh

Interior Design, Home Decor, Shop LocalMolly CarterComment

Budget- Friendly Bathroom Refresh

#quarantineprojects

IMG_2129.jpeg

Hi Brass + Oak Fam!

I think we can all agree home is our happy place. It always has been, but especially now more than ever. Given that we have been social distancing ourselves for the past 2 months, this was the perfect time to take advantage of my husband to help me with some home improvement projects. So we decided to give our bathroom a budget-friendly refresh! Mind you, our home was built in the 1970’s so any upgrades to our space makes a HUGE difference.

I though it would be fun to share one of our favorite quarantine projects with you and hopefully provide some inspiration incase you have been thinking about giving your space a refresh. All decor used to style this space was from our retail shop! This vintage kilim bath mat has sold BUT we will be getting more in shortly, so keep your eyes open + we will keep you posted as soon as they hit our floors! Styling Tip: Vintage kilim rugs make GREAT bath mats. They are 100% wool so super easy to clean!

DSC01806.jpg

A little paint, new hardware, paired with some beautiful decor is really all we needed for this mini makeover - besides a little shiplap, new countertop, sink + faucet. If you would like to know more details about these items we picked out, feel free to leave any questions in the comments below =)

One day I would love to fully renovate this bathroom and do some serious demo, but for now, I am very happy with the progress we have made. This vanity is SO old ya’ll. I can’t tell you how many times I have painted this thing. But when you’re ballin on a budget, its amazing what some fresh paint can do!

I decided to brighten up this space with some white walls, paint the vanity black for some contrast and add some simple modern matte black handles to help make this vanity look a little less ancient. Later down the road I would love to put some black hexagon tile in here and resurface these cabinets! Wouldn’t that look amazing?

Here you can see the shiplap wall we added behind the vanity and behind the toilet, which is adjacent to this wall you see here. I originally really wanted to find some fun, bold, tropical wallpaper for this small space but was having a hard time finding vinyl wallpaper I liked. And since we currently do not have a fan in this bathroom with good circulation, I really needed vinyl to guarantee it wouldn’t peel from any moisture. So shiplap it was! These are actually MDF boards from Home Depot. Much cheaper than the other stuff and didn’t require us to sand— which saved us lots of time.

We also decided to go with a white vessel sink and matte black faucet we found from Build.com. I have to say, I think this is my favorite part besides decorating— is picking out accessories and hardware! It can really add so much character and your personality into your space, depending on what mood or style you are trying to create.

DSC01835.JPG

Keeping the counter as clutter free as possible, I used this wood tray as a base for my hand soap, jewelry dish, and cute little bud vase. Bud vases are great fillers and help add height when needed and also a great way to add some greenery or dried florals which can bring so much life into your space.

DSC01819.JPG

And lastly, above the new toilet I added our most famous scented soy candle with a pair of our funny matchboxes. If you have ever walked into the shop and wondered why it smells so good, this is our secret! A blend of bergamot + geranium essential oils! Be sure to check our the rest of our matchboxes as well. They will give you a good giggle =)

TA-DA! I hope you enjoyed this month’s blog on how I gave my small guest bath a mini-refresh! We would love to hear of any quarantine projects you completed during this time. And if you need any fresh decor for your space, you know where to find us! We are open regular business hours: Monday-Saturday 10:30-6pm OR feel free to shop online and schedule a curbside pickup!

Published By: Ashley Mayden


Shop Manager

320 Main St.

Placerville, Ca 95667