I am often asked why I started a fabric line. Well, it was actually a reaction to a few things happening. Mostly… it morphed from one thing into another. In 2013, I had a series of very difficult projects and really needed a way to express some fun creativity. At the same time, I had… Continue reading What Sets amy dutton Home Fabrics Apart
Category: Lifestyle
The Ocean Color Story
Do you love the ocean? I do! I love it all year long. Yes, most certainly to cool off and play in the summer but also to appreciate the resounding power and beauty all year long. I find the ocean to have a rhythm of nature that calms my soul to its core. It is… Continue reading The Ocean Color Story
Blue Pottery
What is special about Jaipur Blue Pottery? When I was in India, I couldn’t resist visiting one of the famous Jaipur Blue Pottery manufacturing plants and store. And… I brought home some very special finds just for you! Jaipur Blue Pottery is created from mixing quartz stone powder, powdered glass, Multani Mitti (Fuller’s Earth), borax,… Continue reading Blue Pottery
Skowhegan Quality Goods
If you’ve been enjoying this beautiful spring weather and walking around downtown Portsmouth recently, you may have chanced upon Skowhegan Quality Goods at 123 Market Street. A small brick and mortar shop houses quality leather goods, clothing, natural skincare, sunglasses, and other goodies. In interest of supporting local businesses I love and feel compliment Amy… Continue reading Skowhegan Quality Goods
How to Choose that Perfect Rug
Are you looking for that perfect rug? A lot more care and thought goes into the final purchase of a rug than one would think, so let us help you! Recently, I helped a client who was moving into a new house select and purchase all new rugs. So, I thought I would provide you… Continue reading How to Choose that Perfect Rug
Relaxing During the Holidays~ Part 2
Does the very title of this blog excite or irritate you? Or both? Most reasonable people can see that holiday stress is pretty much self-inflicted. We want to treat everyone in our lives as special as they are and that simply takes time. Time that you simply don’t have. You have the lists in your… Continue reading Relaxing During the Holidays~ Part 2
What If You Don’t Like To Decorate?
Do you like to decorate for holidays? Okay, I’ll admit – I am not a fan. It’s taken me several years to admit this. I was decorating the showroom and a customer noticed my frustration and I just blurted out, “I hate decorating for the holidays.” And she said, “Oh, that is so freeing to… Continue reading What If You Don’t Like To Decorate?
How To Set Your Thanksgiving Table
Do you have Thanksgiving on your mind? Food, festivities, family, friends – what could be better? Thanksgiving marks the official kick-off to the Holiday Season (we have been ignoring the Christmas commercials so far, right?). So here are a few suggestions as we move away from the Fall decorations and wholeheartedly into the Holiday decorations… 1.… Continue reading How To Set Your Thanksgiving Table
How to Make Fabric Selections Easy
I recently spent two days at the Boston Design Center taking Continuing Education Units (CEUs) to maintain my ASID (American Society of Interior Design) status. It was not exactly exciting (especially on beautiful fall days), but I love learning and meeting other professionals. I have a ton of respect for Interior Design professionals who work… Continue reading How to Make Fabric Selections Easy
Need a New Coffee Table?
Surprisingly, a good coffee table is hard to find. Most people want a coffee table that is unique, fun and a little different but very functional. Tall order! I decided to look at things a little differently and designed my own coffee table. I didn’t want an oval because the shape is usually extreme so… Continue reading Need a New Coffee Table?