I came across Portland based artist Jason Borders' work when visiting the old fashioned curiosity shop Paxton Gate this week, and haven't been able to get his work out of my head since. His works include skulls, like the one above, that have been ornately carved by hand using a dremel.

Both the temperatures and the sales are heating up as we move into June. From classics like Herman Miller to contemporary looks from Magis, there are deals to be had along with art, crafts and local goodies at city fests, fairs and fundraisers. Check it all out in the Weekend Guide, pass it on and be sure to send us your own sale or event.

I know I keep saying it, but wheeled furniture is perfect for small spaces; it lets you mix it up and keep it versatile.

• Oakland, CA: Lucite Side Table - $175
• New York, NY: Small End Table - $380
• Richmond, VA: Red Metal Shelving Unit - $45
  
• Bethany, OK: Bernhardt Vintage Chairs - $289
  
• Occidental, CA: Mobler Tufted Chairs - $400
  

Name: Janel Holiday Huff, Interior Designer and Principal of Janel Holiday Interior Design, and Jim, Freelance Maverick Design Curator and Captain of soon to be opened Blu Dot Showroom in San Francisco 
Location: San Francisco, California
Size: 1,350 square feet
Years lived in: 6 1/2 years

Janel and Jim's home is feminine, or maybe it's eclectic, and/or Mid-Century modern — I would say it really can't be defined by one particular style. They've created a mix of objects and decor that they love without pigeonholing themselves into a single look. 

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Name:

Ashley & Ryan

Location:

San Francisco, CA

Square Feet:

318

Division:

Teeny-Tiny

What I Love About My Small Home:

Our possessions reflect the things and people we love: Ryan's granddad made our coffee table, his mom painted most of our artwork, and we have a great collection of family pictures and furniture from my grandparents' house. The first thing we ever bought together (a Dia de los Muertos diorama) is on the shelf in our bedroom. It reminds us that we created this space together. We are proud that we have taken advantage of the limited space we have, and have created a home that is comfortable and relaxing. We share compatible styles that kind of meld into "mad scientist." We like to show off our taxidermy bugs, comic books, vinyl records, and Star Wars things!