We're seeing some inspirational florals during the start of Cherry Blossom Festival in DC this week. Millions of people will descend upon the city to see the spectacular display at its peak. I usually don't venture near the Tidal Basin during this time since the traffic is at a stand still. Luckily however, I was able to see a sneak peak of the show as I was driving Continue Reading
The Drama of a Dark Ground
Dark ground wallcovering creates drama in a room and seems to exude sophistication and mystique. I can't help but envision a little black dress and, more specifically, the one worn by John Singer Sargent's Madame X!House Beautiful's April issue even highlights dark colors and black wallpaper, saying that while you don't see them often, they really come to life Continue Reading
March Madness Is Upon Us
March Madness is upon us -- whether it be college basketball, crazy weather, healthcare reform, or spring break there is always some form of upset happening. Which brings me to the madness of design since I wouldn't dare touch any of the above topics.I'm not sure if the following design concepts would drive me mad, make me confused or soothe me so I thought I'd Continue Reading
Did you know…
Did you know that the artichoke could just be the perfect "flower" for spring, as it is the symbol for the blossoming of love? Therein, this post seems fitting following my last Spring is in the Air post on Casart spring flowers removable wallpaper, where I also mention our Artichoke reusable art mural wallpaper design.You can see the transformation that just a Continue Reading
Could of, but Wood of ?
While thumbing through a magazine I saw an advertisement for a lovely Macassar Ebony vanity and I thought Casart's Zebrawood could be used there and look great, too. But, would I use it on a vanity? I'm not sure. I suppose it would depend on whether it was in a powder room or a frequently used bath and how much water it would be subjected to.Speaking of Continue Reading
