Under the big Cedar Tree in Cedar Glen… Please join us for each “First Friday”  and help us celebrate the wonderful Local Artists that we Feature here, at The Lake House. The First Friday of every month this Summer and Fall we will host  one or more of our featured artists here in the store, so you can meet  them and see their exceptional work along with the opportunity to purchase original works of art at special “First Friday” pricing.

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Wine, Hors d’oeuvres, Friendship & Fine Art! What a great way to start your weekend !

KIM HATZOLD ~ JEWELRY DESIGNER & ARTISAN

Kim is a Graduate Gemologist and Accredited Jewelry Professional (GIA). She holds graduate diplomas in Pearls, Colored Stones and Diamonds (GIA), along with certificates in Pearl and Bead Stringing (GIA). Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her expertise as a jeweler, jewelry instructor and freelance writer. Kim’s first love is jewelry design. This passion is followed closely by her enthusiasm for teaching and writing about gems and the craft she adores—making wearable, high-quality jewelry. Meticulous in every aspect of her work, Kim’s jewelry lines have been carried in Mariposa Gallery, Santa Fe, NM, as well as select CA retail stores. Kim’s one-of-a-kind and limited edition jewelry pieces have been available exclusively at The Lake House since February 2011. She’ll have new designs to debut as a featured Artisan at this First Friday Event!

MIKE TAUBER ~ HANDMADE TILE ARTISAN

Mike Tauber is a professional artist, specializing in original fine art tiles. Subjects include California landscapes, landmarks, and nature. Compositions are hand drawn using wax, glazed, and kiln fired. His images convey a distant perspective, strong light source, historical palette, and rich painterly texture as seen in early California schools of painting. Sizes range from single tiles, to custom murals on outdoor building facades measuring up to 100 feet. Tauber holds a bachelors degree in art from San Diego State University, and has won numerous awards for his tiles. He is based in southern California, with studios in Laguna Beach, Palm Springs and San Diego.



Vintage Carved Solid Oak "Wind Spirit" Arm Chair

Perfect as a capitains Dining chair or a stand alone occasional chair, this Unique Vintage solid English Oak chair is carved with this wonderful “Wind Spirit”!  We’ve re-upholstered the seat with a Ralph Lauren Cordoroy to fit into any Cabin, lodge or Tudor style home.  This chair would be right at home next to a fireplace as well as in your home’s Pub or Library.

It’s “FIRST FRIDAY” At THE LAKE HOUSE…FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 4th 4:00pm-7:00pm

October 22, 2011
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Under the big Cedar Tree in Cedar Glen… Please join us for each “First Friday”  and help us celebrate the wonderful Local Artists that we Feature here, at The Lake House. The First Friday of every month this Summer and Fall we will host  one or more of our featured artists here in the store, so [...]

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It’s “FIRST FRIDAY” At THE LAKE HOUSE…FRIDAY, OCTOBER 7th 4:00pm-7:00pm

October 6, 2011

Under the big Cedar Tree in Cedar Glen… Please join us for each “First Friday”  and help us celebrate the wonderful Local Artists that we Feature here, at The Lake House. The First Friday of every month this Summer and Fall we will host  one or more of our featured artists here in the store, so [...]

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This Week’s “Tuesday Find” is a Wonderful Vintage Mahogany Game Table with Inlaid Checker Board!

September 15, 2011

This great little 17″  table is perfect for a small corner and that quiet game of chess or checkers!   The top has a beautiful “burl like” grain in the mahogany with a checker board inlaid with what appears to be Oak & Walnut.  The pedestal with three feet was added to this table top…definately not [...]

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Squirrel Brand “Creme Brulee’ Almonds” are back!

August 27, 2011

Back by popular demand!!!  We just received a new shipment of “Creme Brulee Almonds” (Squirrel Brand) because so many customers asked for them that I just couldn’t make them wait until the holidays!  So if you’re looking for a great gift for yourself or someone else…these gourmets nuts are the answer!  If you haven’t tried this [...]

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It’s “FIRST FRIDAY” At THE LAKE HOUSE…FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 2nd 4:00pm-7:00pm

August 25, 2011
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Under the big Cedar Tree in Cedar Glen… Please join us for each “First Friday”  and help us celebrate the wonderful Local Artists that we Feature here, at The Lake House. The First Friday of every month this Summer and Fall we will host  one or more of our featured artists here in the store, so [...]

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It’s “FIRST FRIDAY” at THE LAKE H0USE…FRIDAY, AUGUST 5TH 4:00PM – 7:00 PM

August 15, 2011

Under the big Cedar Tree in Cedar Glen… Please join us for each “First Friday”  and help us celebrate the wonderful Local Artists that we Feature here, at The Lake House. The First Friday of every month this Summer and Fall we will host  one or more of our featured artists here in the store, [...]

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August 5th: 4-7pm It’s “FIRST FRIDAY” at The LAKE HOUSE… Under the big Cedar Tree in Cedar Glen…

July 30, 2011
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Thanks for joining us! Here are some images from the event and artist samples: Please join us for each “First Friday” and help us celebrate the wonderful Local Artists that we Feature here, at The Lake House. The First Friday of every month this Summer and Fall we will host one or more of our [...]

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The Latest “Tuesday Find”…a fabulous 1930′s Wicker & Walnut Dining Table & Six Chairs!

July 23, 2011

This Dining Set is unlike anything we’ve ever seen!  Freshly painted and reupholstered chairs, make this vintage set look almost new.  If you have a screened in porch or veranda this is the perfect set for you!  We picked it up on our antiquing travels on Tuesday, and put it in the store on Thursday…we [...]

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July 1st: 4-7pm It’s “FIRST FRIDAY” at The LAKE HOUSE… Under the big Cedar Tree in Cedar Glen…

June 23, 2011
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Please join us for each “First Friday” and help us celebrate the wonderful Local Artists that we Feature here, at The Lake House. The First Friday of every month this Summer and Fall we will host one or more of our featured artists here in the store, so you can meet them and see their [...]

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Fabulous Adirondack Style side table is our newest “Tuesday Find” at The Lake House!

June 12, 2011

This wonderful Vintage “Adirondack style” twig side table can stand alone as a piece of Art with it’s whimsical original paint!  We pick up interesting little tables pretty regularly, but this is unlike any other we’ve ever come across!  This little gem would work well in a cabin, lodge or as the perfect “suprise” piece in a [...]

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June 3rd: 4-7pm It’s “FIRST FRIDAY” at The LAKE HOUSE… Under the big Cedar Tree in Cedar Glen…

May 27, 2011
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Friday, JUNE 3rd 4:00 – 7:00 pm Please join us for each “First Friday” and help us celebrate the wonderful Local Artists that we Feature here, at The Lake House. The First Friday of every month this Summer and Fall we will host one or more of our featured artists here in the store, so [...]

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THE LAKE HOUSE “First Friday” Schedule of Artists for 2011

May 27, 2011

We have our 2011 schedule all set, please mark your calendars and join us MAY 6 Marcelle… Porcelain & Jewelry Artisan JUNE 3 Linda Brown – Painter, Oil Debra Holladay – Painter, Oil JULY 1 Ghislaine Gargaro – Painter, Oil Misty Burruel – Painter, Watercolor AUG. 5 Mark Jones – Painter, Gouache Julie Evans – [...]

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An Antique Garden Cart is this week’s “Tuesday Find” at The Lake House!

May 12, 2011

Spring has finally arrived after a long winter…and we’re gearing up by searching out wonderful items for your garden!  During our “Tuesday Antique shopping” we found this wonderful Iron Garden or Flower Cart!   It still has the original green paint.  Use it inside your home, Atrim, Patio or in your garden to display flowers or potted plants.  [...]

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First Friday’s to begin next week! Come Meet our amazing Artists & Artisans!

April 29, 2011

Local Artisan, Marcelle, began “throwing” clay while in High School in upstate New York, where her teacher noticed a particular talent for working the clay very thin and recommended that she try Porcelain…The rest, as they say…is history.  Marcelle moved to Califorina in 1989 and became well known for her unique Porcelain designs and intricate [...]

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Antique Dovetailed Pine Trunk is this week’s “Tuesday Find” at The Lake House!

April 15, 2011

We found this wonderful “treasure chest” shaped Antique Pine Trunk during our antique travels on Tuesday!  From the hand dovetailing to the hand inscribed initials, this trunk definately dates to the late 19th century.  The warm red – brown patina and great shaping gives this chest it’s great character and appeal.  This would be the [...]

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New Oregon Huckleberry & Marionberry Preserves at The Lake House!

April 6, 2011

We just received our first shipment of Oregon’s “Columbia Empire Farms”preserves!  We feature their Huckleberry Preserves, Seedless Marionberry Preserves and Seedles Raspberry Preserves!  For those of you who love Marionberry preserves…we stock this delicious jam in two sizes.. the standard 12 oz. jar as well as the big 28 oz jar that comes with it’s own jam spoon!  [...]

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Spring is Here! Come up to Lake Arrowhead for Fresh Air & Sunshine!

March 31, 2011

After a tough February & March of Rain, Snow & Fog, it finally feels like Spring!  The snow is melting quickly with daytime temps in the mid 60′s.  If you need a quick get away…Lake Arrowhead is the perfect spot!   The trees & Lilac are beginning to bud and the Bulbs are popping up everywhere!   [...]

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2011 “FIRST FRIDAY” events to begin again in May!

March 25, 2011

The 2011 “First Friday’s at The Lake House” Art Open House season is about to begin again!  Our First event will be May 6th 2011 and will continue through November!  The schedule of Artists is just being finalized and will be posted very shortly!  You can stay informed about the upcoming events in several ways…you can [...]

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