I love the Oscars.

There. I said it. It’s a bit of an obssession really but, I’ll work on that later. Right now we are celebrating all things red carpet.

This weekend, March 5th to the 8th, we are celebrating the movies with popcorn, Oscar winners playing on a big screen in the store and a once-a-year discount on all our rugs — red or otherwise!

What is more Hollywood than the red carpet?  We think the best way to celebrate is to give you 15% off makers like Dash & Albert, John Robshaw, Amy Butler, Serena & Lily and Thomas Paul.  Between all these lines there are nearly 200 styles of rugs from which you can choose.

Come by, pick a few out, take them home, try them out in your space, bring them back and order the size you need.  It’s a simple and very user friendly process.  Knowledgeable (and stylish) staff will be on hand all weekend to help you with all your rug needs.

We’ll see you at the movies!

SEE THE LATEST BEDDING STYLES FROM 2 P.M. TO 5 P.M. APRIL 25

ALEXANDRIA, VA — Visit Red Barn Mercantile April 25 to see the latest bedding styles from Serena & Lily. Our designers and a Serena & Lily representative will be on hand to discuss creating the perfect sleep space for you or your little ones.

“Bring your swatches and paint samples because this will be your chance to see a wide variety of Serena & Lily bedding, from crib sets to king size,” said Amy Rutherford, owner of Red Barn Mercantile.

The show will run from 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. at 113 S. Columbus St. in Old Town Alexandria. Treats and beverages will also be served.

“I really enjoy the Serena & Lily product and I think my customers will to,” Rutherford said. “I also feel like we are sort of kindred spirits. I mean, here are two moms who had a vision of beauty and charm that no one else in the market recognized. They are always evolving, but also stay true to their core values and style-driven character.”

Serena Dugan and Lily Kanter released their first bedding collection in 2004 and turned the nursery industry upside down. Their bedding and crib sets are fresh and dynamic with color and pattern combinations that are sophisticated in their simplicity, timeless and comfortable.

Red Barn Mercantile is an independently owned and operated home furnishing and gift store that provides a one-of-a-kind mix of new and old. By combining rustic antiques, conversation pieces and newly manufactured items, Red Barn Mercantile offers a whole-room approach to home d?cor. The store is also a member of the Old Town Boutique District, a grassroots co-operative of small businesses working together to make Old Town a vibrant shopping destination.

Store hours: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday; noon to 5 p.m. Sunday. For more information, visit RedBarnMercantile.com.