You may say you're not artistic, but you are! Whenever you make a conscious choice about what color to wear or decorate your room or any way to personalize your items or surroundings, you're making a creative, artistic, design choice. Yes, some people may be more creative than others and have artistic talent to draw and paint, but these are also skills that can be Continue Reading
Blue and White – Porcelain and Pattern
Update: Read our Design History Guide page for further cross references. We have also updated this post with some maximalist styling options that counter classic ways to use blue and white. Blue and White Toile & Pattern Themes Picking up on our toile theme, have you noticed that many toile patterns come in blue and white? We can't help notice and Continue Reading
Not Your Mama’s Toile
A typical toile pattern is a classic design pattern used in interior design. Like your mama's toile, it can also be a bit outdated but can certainly be used in ways that complement contemporary design without being overwhelming. Here are some examples of "not your mama's toile" and what to look for when using. Incorporating some or all of these useful design tips Continue Reading
Fashionable Flowers in Design
Floral is all the rage this season! In homes to the runway, and even politics, flowers are transitioning us from the cold and bleak winter to a budding bright spring. It is the perfect time to add some blossoms to your home, so be sure to take full advantage of the final days of our May Day Flower Sale! There are countless ways to use this timeless trend in Continue Reading
Who Said You Can’t Color on the Walls?
Did you know that there is a coloring movement afoot? And, who said you can't color on the walls? Coloring in coloring books is a big stress reliever for adults. It's also become a big business: "The popularity of coloring books right now is part of that larger movement to break away from the hustle and bustle of life and sort of the internet you know this urge to Continue Reading
