On October 25, we headed down to Design Trade where Cynthia and Cathy were graciously hosting a fabric extravaganza! Vendor reps from many companies were on hand to present their new products and to show their road line samples. It was definitely a treat to see fabrics from so many companies in one place. As...
View full post »
The term “Toile de Jouy” (often simplified to just “toile”) originated in France in the late 18th century. In French, It literally means “cloth from Jouy-en-Josas,” a town in the north central part of the country. Toile is a type of decorating pattern which generally consists of a white or off-white background with a repeated...
View full post »
With global temperatures rising, people are finding new ways to be kind to the environment when it comes to decorating their homes. Designing sustainable, energy efficient, and comfortable homes through the use of eco-friendly products isn’t going to go out of style any time soon. The good news is that there are lots of innovative...
View full post »
Tags: Ann Sacks, biodegradacle, Charleston Forge, Construction Junction, eco-frendly, eco-friendly, energy-efficient, environment, green design, organicv, reclaim, recycle, recycled, river rock, salvage, sustainable
Turquoise is a slightly greenish tone of light blue which is based on the gem turquoise. The term comes from the French for Turkish. This particular combination which places turquoise into the color wheel right between blue and green makes it a friendly and happy color to which most people respond positively. Color psychologists have...
View full post »
Tags: Collier Campbell, Color, fabric, lamps, Pantone, pillows, retro, sophisticated, tranquil, turquoise, Uttermost
We cannot take credit for this idea, but we loved it so much, we want to pass it along. One of our favorite HGTV designers is Sarah Richardson. In addition to being perky and adorable, her designs are always wonderful – whether they are for a contemporary loft space or a country cottage. She has...
View full post »
If you are considering a new look for your furniture, but don’t really want to buy new pieces, you might want to look into re-upholstering or slipcovering. Because there are definite differences between the two processes, it is a good idea to make some comparisons. Karen Erickson from Slipcovernetwork.com has provided the following comparisons:...
View full post »
The next time someone asks to use your bathroom, we hope that you will be able to say “Yes” without any hesitation. One of the most important ways to make guests feel more welcome is by providing a stylish powder room. Most powder rooms are small, so that makes them the easiest room in which...
View full post »
Spring is officially here. The trees are beginning to bud and daffodils are starting to bloom. Fresh spring colors are everywhere outdoors, and some adaptation of them would be equally as lovely in a bedroom, kitchen, or living space. Yellows can be bold and cheerful as well as soft, warm, and embracing. They can encourage...
View full post »
If you are fans of “ Antiques Roadshow”, like we are you are probably familiar with Leslie and Leigh Keno. And, if you happened to see the Home and Garden section of the Pittsburgh Post Gazette on February 5, you will know that they have taken their own extensive expertise in the antique furniture field...
View full post »
It is January, and it is cold and gray out there! So, why not think about some ways to perk up your home with a bold new palette featuring warm colors. Yellows, oranges, and reds should do the trick quite nicely! We all know that color can change a room and affect our moods. Warm...
View full post »
