I love to hike! There is just something about being outside all day and working hard physically that feels so very rewarding! My favorite place to hike is the White Mountains and taking on a 4000’ mountain. Typically, with these vertical climbs, I need to sit and catch my breath. It is in these restful… Continue reading Nature Inspires the Organic Fabric Line
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What Sets amy dutton Home Fabrics Apart
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
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
Why Architecture is an Important Part of Design Inspirations
When I design, the beauty of buildings inspires me. From the very simplistic to the extremely intricate, I appreciate what Architects – both current and historic – have created. With these in mind, I designed a line of fabric. My graphic line of fabric is inspired by architecture. This line has a very defined and… Continue reading Why Architecture is an Important Part of Design Inspirations
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
Fabric of the Week: Tenny
This graphic design fabric is best used as it repeats together either in brick pattern or railroad pattern. Shown as a place setting of napkin in a smaller scale and switched colors and larger scale of neutrals but I’ve also used it as wallpaper as an accent wall. Come into the shop and see what… Continue reading Fabric of the Week: Tenny
Fabric of the Week: Corrine
This fabric design was inspired by a cross section of a conch shell that I found on the beach in Maine. Simplicity is the statement. I have found that it works best in a single image and large scale, great for wall hangings or pillows. Available in the orange hues as well as blues and… Continue reading Fabric of the Week: Corrine
Fabric of the Week: Sandy
Sandy was designed and inspired by a sand dollar that I found this summer at York Harbor Beach in Maine. It was an old and tired sand dollar so most of the hard membranes were decayed and the outline remained. How amazing that it also looks like a flower! Many people have commented that it… Continue reading Fabric of the Week: Sandy
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
Fabric of the Week: Morris
Morris is a fabric that was inspired by designer William Morris. Shown here in a large scale in the form of a tote bag with an accent of Cousins fabric in blue & green. The product is functional while the design is bold making a statement! William Morris was one of the most influential designers… Continue reading Fabric of the Week: Morris