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Holiday Table Settings

Yesterday, Ellen and I did a rather cute table setting for a client of ours. This particular setting is for everyday use, but it inspired me to post something about table settings, and since the holiday season has begun I thought this would be the perfect topic. Another thing that built on this inspiration was […]

Pastels are in Bloom!

Pastels are making a comeback! According to a recent online article from Sherwin-Williams, these soft hues are making a re-emergence. But don’t worry these aren’t the pastels we tend to associate with Easter eggs or Dynasty. Jackie Jordan, director of color marketing at Sherwin-Williams, says, “Pastels don’t have to be baby blue or pale pink. […]

Buttons, Buttons, Who’s Got Some Buttons?

Ellen recently had the opportunity to do custom window treatments and bedding for a client’s teenaged daughter. Working with very specific colors and requests, such as the use of buttons. This is what Ellen came up with! A gray, hand-tacked comforter is accented by pink and green pillows, which match the pink and green wall […]

Pantone Color of the Year 2013

Pantone has released its color choice for 2013; Emerald! According to the press release from Pantone, last year’s Tangerine Tango was a spirited, reddish orange that provided us with an energy boost. This year’s Emerald will continue to promote a sense of well-being through its vividness, while promoting balance and harmony. “Most often associated with […]