Shada is a hand drawn design that was inspired both from a flower and the moroccan designs so popular today. Available in 8 color ways we can easily customize this design to occupy the entire pillow or repeat graphically several times on a window treatment. We will work with you to create a product that… Continue reading Fabric of the Week: Shada
Category: Interiors
Fabric of the Week: Allegash Lite
This fabric is dynamic and vibrant providing interest and dimension to your room as well making a statement. The fabric is “lite” because it is a different version of “Allegash”. There are a few lines that are edited out to simplify the design. Then the design was scaled to 38″ diameter and a duvet cover… Continue reading Fabric of the Week: Allegash Lite
How to Arrange Your Furniture
Arranging your furniture in an open space can be a challenge if the space has a few different traffic patterns. Add a fireplace and it makes it even more tricky, especially if this also functions as your TV viewing area. One more complexity added to this space is an amazing view of the ocean. Here… Continue reading How to Arrange Your Furniture
How to Choose a Perfect Rug
In 2009 we were able to go to New Zealand and what an amazing, unforgettable trip that we all want to repeat! Almost immediately upon arriving, it was apparent that the sheep basically ruled the country. In the state of Maine, there are more trees than people. In country of New Zealand, there are more… Continue reading How to Choose a Perfect Rug
Tuesdays Talk: Scatter the Clutter
It’s hard to see beauty among the clutter! Trust me on this one, sometimes people don’t actually see the clutter that is in their own homes. It is always helpful to clean your house as if your parents are coming to visit. First step, drive into the driveway and look at your space with fresh… Continue reading Tuesdays Talk: Scatter the Clutter
Fabric of the week: Arcadia
Round & Round we go to make a graphic design that stand out and adds interest to any home! Shown here in the purple background with red and orange spirograph, this pillow easily plays nice with other pillows and accents in the room. We can scale this design to be the center of a pillow… Continue reading Fabric of the week: Arcadia
The Low Down on Bedskirts
Bed skirts are sometimes a necessity and sometimes a design element. However, the lack of a bed skirt when you should be using one is always bad. If you use the space under your bed for storage (and it is not built in as part of the bed design) you need a bed skirt. If… Continue reading The Low Down on Bedskirts
Friday’s Find: The Kitchen Cabinet
Cabinetry is a huge expense and one that few want to experiment with. Kitchen cabinets can be simple and plain which can be interesting and valuable as a design element. But it can also be fun to add interest to a space. This sample kitchen at my gallery is there to start the conversation. Just… Continue reading Friday’s Find: The Kitchen Cabinet
Countertop Controversy
Countertops are a huge financial investment and a huge visual impact! Every homeowner has an opinion about countertops because they are a huge part of your daily life. Do they show dirt? Do they stain? Can you ruin them with heat? How do they feel to the hand? What is the difference between natural and man-made… Continue reading Countertop Controversy
Fabric of the Week: Songo
This graphic fabric design is a great line that has been with us since the beginning because it is tried and true. It can be traditional or contemporary or just fun depending on the colors used. The pattern replicates fiddleheads or fern fonds. Shown in the photo as pillows with opposing colors, it is a… Continue reading Fabric of the Week: Songo