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Etsy Finds: Getting Aaron Rose's Look - Home Decor Edition
Story by TeenAngster
Published on January 18, 2009 in Spotlight 		Photo by

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This weekend's Get the Look: Decor is inspired by the Los Angeles home of artist, author, director, musician, and curator behind the Beautiful Losers movement, Aaron Rose. His home decor is a reflection of his many pastimes and obsessions: skateboarding, surfing, hip hop and graffiti culture. It's also a bright collage of tribal masks, guitars, pulp fiction, circus memorabilia, pop art prints and rainbow hues. Today we're going to show you how to achieve the brightly modern abode Aaron calls home using elements found on Etsy.

You can view more inspiring photos of Aaron's home on The Selby.

 

It Feels So Right A3 Print

This quirky print looks like it would fit right in on Aaron's wall. By Juliapott, $15.

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Candy Striper Chair

Candy striper, indeed! This chair is a close match to the set in Aaron's kitchen. By sprucehome, $225.

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Billy Little - original painting

This illustration turned wall hanging looks like it belongs in Aaron's house. (Or mine...) By madebymax, $25.

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Fruit Salad

I love this rainbow afghan — so bright and cheery. By KittyKittyKnits, $135.

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Polaroid J66 Land Camera

Aaron's got a killer camera collection. Why not add to yours? From ladiesandgentlemen, $65.

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Retro Hand Notepad w Pen

These notes are so "handee." How meta! From domestikate, $10.

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Fancy Bud

Stained glass has never looked so good! By mouchette, $225.

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Overstuffed wooden chair remote control holder

Need help keeping track of your remote? This Pee-wee's Playhouse-esque chair should do the trick! From sydg, $19.99.

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Vintage Happy Clown in Wood

Aaron's circus fascination is evident in his decor. This non-threatening clown could make a great addition to your own. From twogoodeyes, $22.

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Beautiful Losers film trailer from beautifullosersfilm on Vimeo.

We caught a sneak preview of the documentary Aaron directed about the Beautiful Losers movement before it was finished: it's a great glimpse into the lives of artists — such as Margaret Kilgallen, Barry McGee, Mike Mills, and more. You can watch the trailer or see it on the big screen, or also get involved in the Beautiful Losers "Make Something" workshops with kids in communities around the country — find out more on the website. And hey, while we're at it, if you want a free movie poster, be one of the first five people to comment in the Etsy blog post!


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Jan. 18, 2009 at 8:50 a.m. norajane

I adore that afghan! Great article!

Jan. 18, 2009 at 8:53 a.m. ME2Designs

What a great and quirky mix - love the colors and pattern styles!

Jan. 18, 2009 at 9:04 a.m. SeaFindDesigns

That sofa is AMAZING!!!

Jan. 18, 2009 at 9:06 a.m. BlueTerracotta

Love all the color! And especially the candy striper chair!

Jan. 18, 2009 at 9:16 a.m. 3Magpies

Quirky is the word... Love it!

Jan. 18, 2009 at 9:25 a.m. LaCometaLab

I love all the chairs and sofas featured here!

Jan. 18, 2009 at 9:29 a.m. picklehead

I love the ice cream couple!

Jan. 18, 2009 at 9:32 a.m. notmoira

Love the candy striper chair... I need that in my life!! Love all this stuff!

Jan. 18, 2009 at 9:35 a.m. salmonbarn

The fruit salad afghan is a bright spot on a snowy day.

Jan. 18, 2009 at 9:44 a.m. everythingok

oh, books and cameras and guitars and outlandish blankets. that house is right up my alley. can i live there?

Jan. 18, 2009 at 10:05 a.m. TheMayofTeckClub

Wow! What an incredible collection.

... will someone please lend me $4,400?

Jan. 18, 2009 at 10:06 a.m. chywigley

Love the think sign, very nice.

Jan. 18, 2009 at 10:47 a.m. isewcute

That olive pillow is sweet!!!

Jan. 18, 2009 at 11:03 a.m. BROOKLYNrehab

i {heart} Aaron Rose. This is great.

Jan. 18, 2009 at 11:05 a.m. MarcellasExcess

fabulous items Angster - that sectional is unbelievable!

Jan. 18, 2009 at 11:35 a.m. BluCille

Cool.

Jan. 18, 2009 at 12:24 p.m. beachhouseblues

Great choices!!

Jan. 18, 2009 at 12:29 p.m. NightmareAnthology

Very inspiration photos!

Jan. 18, 2009 at 12:32 p.m. principessaemicranie

ooooh! always in love with teenangster's taste...a real cool hunter! bravo!!

please please please more home decor inspiration on the storque!

Jan. 18, 2009 at 12:32 p.m. stillpoorart

Some odd, wierd greatness among these sellers. Ive liked juliapott's stuff for awhile. these sellers are great!

Jan. 18, 2009 at 12:34 p.m. slidesideways

So great! I want my house filled with all those great treasures. And I can't wait for that documentary!

Jan. 18, 2009 at 12:42 p.m. thebestvintage

Love the afghan!!

Jan. 18, 2009 at 12:50 p.m. kmwatkins

Very cool! Someone's not afraid of color.

Jan. 18, 2009 at 1:24 p.m. lovejujube

I like the THINK wooden sign!

Jan. 18, 2009 at 2:18 p.m. EpicBones

i need new everything!

Jan. 18, 2009 at 2:19 p.m. kathiroussel

love each and everyone of these picks--- what super fun!!! thanks TeenAngster!

Jan. 18, 2009 at 2:38 p.m. JeweledAmbrosia

very interesting, love everything!

Jan. 18, 2009 at 2:42 p.m. shopwhimsy

I'm so excited for the documentary. Margaret Kilgallen was such an inspiration.

Great article and picks!

Jan. 18, 2009 at 2:46 p.m. fantasybeader

the rainbow afghan is beautiful.

Jan. 18, 2009 at 2:54 p.m. CutieDynamite

Love the color! That couch is amazing!!

Jan. 18, 2009 at 3:23 p.m. papillon57

I am inspired! Fun, fun, fun!

Jan. 18, 2009 at 3:37 p.m. budpnq

Oh, how I look forward to these stories! Some very cool finds--TheMapleRidge's Ice Cream Couple is too cute! :D

Jan. 18, 2009 at 4:08 p.m. Corkyscookies

I love the Fruit Salad Quilt!

Jan. 18, 2009 at 4:19 p.m. IcingOnTheCupcake

Love the candy striper chair!

Jan. 18, 2009 at 4:33 p.m. GlassElements

The vintage clown makes me happy! Great finds, so fresh!

Jan. 18, 2009 at 4:46 p.m. theRasilisk

Love the green chair (and pee-wees playhouse)

Jan. 18, 2009 at 5:30 p.m. theaxx

I'm loving the rainbow blanket and the fabulously happy pillow. good times!!

Jan. 18, 2009 at 5:54 p.m. dutchgirlfabrics

Love the afghan on the bed in the first photo!

Jan. 18, 2009 at 6:01 p.m. christinececelia

wow- some pretty crazy stuff!
:)

Jan. 18, 2009 at 6:08 p.m. worksofwhimsy

I love all this colorful stuff--especially the funiture! What happy selections!

Jan. 18, 2009 at 6:14 p.m. FancifulForm

I love that bedspread!!

Jan. 18, 2009 at 6:23 p.m. raegunfabric

oh I love all of these they are so stinking fun

Jan. 18, 2009 at 6:36 p.m. LittleGreenSquirrel

Little Bingo is going on the favorites list! Right now I am really wanting to move into an empty house so I can start all over filling it with cool etsy stuff!

Jan. 18, 2009 at 6:41 p.m. paintergirl

great concept for an article - love it. thank you

Jan. 18, 2009 at 6:43 p.m. SparkleMe

Handee notes are too cute!

Jan. 18, 2009 at 6:47 p.m. TCGlassArt

Super coolio stuff there....what a funky, fun house this would be!!!

Jan. 18, 2009 at 7:36 p.m. PeppermintDaydreams

ridiculously fantastic!

Jan. 18, 2009 at 8:35 p.m. curlyfrysc

Ha! I thought you meant Aaron Rose from Gossip Girl. :)

Jan. 18, 2009 at 9:36 p.m. FlanneryCrane

Everyone likes a vintage happy clown.

Also, thanks for sharing article...fun house!

Jan. 18, 2009 at 9:38 p.m. vantiani

What a color heaven his space is!
Must definitely buy that film:)

Thank you so much for brighten my Monday morning with this article, TeenAngester!

Vantiani.

Jan. 18, 2009 at 11:18 p.m. TheCottageCheese

Holy mackerel, that mid-century sofa is absolutely amazing.

Jan. 18, 2009 at 11:37 p.m. TokenEmotion

I love his house! And the doc looks cool...will have to check that out.

Jan. 18, 2009 at 11:59 p.m. soule

Great Stuff! Love the sofa,the devil mask and the "think" sign!!!!!!!

Jan. 19, 2009 at 12:21 a.m. PixieSoap

I really enjoy these articles. Great!

Jan. 19, 2009 at 1:53 a.m. ArtWhims

I absolutely love the work of mouchette!

Jan. 19, 2009 at 8:02 a.m. cynthiacallan

Fun!

Jan. 19, 2009 at 8:35 a.m. pinkshowercurtain

Aaron's apartment totally rocks!
Cool finds too. LOVE the sofa and candy striper chair. :)

Jan. 19, 2009 at 10:35 a.m. annamatrona

i love afghans.

Jan. 19, 2009 at 10:57 a.m. popsiclestick

Granny square afghans are everywhere!

Jan. 19, 2009 at 11:49 a.m. blendastudio

Candy Striper Chair--what a perfect find!

Jan. 19, 2009 at 12:37 p.m. rosetung

lOVe this stye. glad to learn of this doc too. can't wait to see it.

Jan. 19, 2009 at 4:12 p.m. imadeyouabeard

Love the furniture featured in this article! Now if only I had $5,775 or so to make that candy striper chair and the gorgeous mid century couch a a part of my home... I can dream, can't I??

Jan. 19, 2009 at 10:15 p.m. lilworkerb

I love music, and this room, though not spacious, just draws me to it. Guitar is my favorite instrament, and I'm absolutely in love with all forms of art. Keep on playin!

Jan. 19, 2009 at 11:22 p.m. mamasgroove

The afghan is delicious. Would go great with the red chair. Oh my,their are so many beautiful things on Etsy I wish to buy.

Jan. 20, 2009 at 2:51 a.m. MichelleAlynn

This is one of the coolest home's ever!! Fab picks! :) i love the fun mix of color - everything seems to have it's own little personality!

Jan. 20, 2009 at 7:29 a.m. julietaromano

congrats to my friend Made by Max for his Billy Little!

Jan. 20, 2009 at 1:31 p.m. redyellowandblueink

Very cool.

Jan. 25, 2009 at 9:19 a.m. brownbunnybyiris

Great stuff Angster:-)

March 22, 2009 at 3:04 p.m. spinswim

I just found out about this film yesterday! so inspiring.

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