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Pixelated Pillows

Pixelated Pillows

Posted by on Aug 26, 2011 in Decorating, Design, Shopping | 0 comments

This is for those of you who are passionate about color. Christian Zuzunaga is a graphic artist who uses pixels to create stunning visual designs, usually representations of cityscapes. Zuzunaga’s designs have been turned in various textiles, including rugs, scarves and cushions, many of which are available for purchase in his online store. My...

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New Niki Jones collection

New Niki Jones collection

Posted by on May 26, 2010 in Decorating, Design, Shopping | 2 comments

If you appreciate hand-crafted textiles and furniture, then you’re in for a treat at Niki Jones. This British-based web site is a relative newcomer and has just launched its second collection. There are mother-of-pearl inlaid cabinets, Javanese cushions, Moroccan rugs and embroidered headboards in shades of gray, gold and pink. There are butterflies,...

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Coral and gray

Coral and gray

Posted by on May 3, 2010 in Color palette, Decorating, Design | 3 comments

I bought some coral-colored parrot tulips the other day. As I watched them change from bright orange on the first day to faded apricot at the end of their life, I was reminded of how amazing coral can look in an interior scheme. It’s been a sadly neglected hue in the past few years, but recently I’ve spotted a few rooms that combine coral with...

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Desperately seeking Suzani

Desperately seeking Suzani

Posted by on Apr 13, 2010 in Decorating, Design, Shopping | 6 comments

When I posted about this lovely ocean-front home, one of the aspects I loved about the place most was the use of interesting textiles. Erin over at Slipcover Your Life asked where the Suzani pillows in the living room were from. While I haven’t been able to track down the exact source of the ones in that house, I have been finding numerous examples of...

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Hopsack chic

Hopsack chic

Posted by on Mar 16, 2010 in Decorating, Design, Design memes | 4 comments

There’s something very satisfying about using natural materials and textures in design. Take this room, via Kika Reichart, for instance. A simple color scheme and sparse furnishing leap into life with the use of tactile surfaces and fabrics made from linen, wool, plywood, sisal and hessian. I’ve always loved this look and longed to have the...

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Yellow: conquered!

Yellow: conquered!

Posted by on Jul 25, 2009 in Color palette, Decorating, Design, My house | 13 comments

I’ve finally done it. I’ve introduced some yellow into our house. If you recall from this post, yellow has been my nemesis for years. But, I’ve taken the plunge and bought…….. ….a pillow and a poster. I know, pathetic isn’t it? It’s just a color so why all the drama? But, before you give up on me for good,...

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Robert Allen at The Shade Store

Robert Allen at The Shade Store

Posted by on May 14, 2009 in Decorating, Design, Shopping | 0 comments

One of my favorite sources for shades and drapes, The Shade Store, has just introduced a new line featuring Robert Allen textiles. If you aren’t familiar with it, The Shade Store allows you to order custom window treatments, in a range of styles, fabrics and colors and have them shipped to your home – for a decent price too. It was an absolute...

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