What lured us back to New Orleans? Well, a family gathering for a sister's birthday, which turned into a family reunion, which morphed into a Thanksgiving celebration, all against the backdrop and initial kickoff event of Mary McDonald's Book Signing at Tara Shaw Maison on Camp Street.Although this was a public event, we had been invited to attend when meeting up Continue Reading
Showrooms and Socializing at High Point Market
What would going to High Point Market be like if you didn't see something new? Fortunately there were tons of new types of design, furniture and accessories to see and inspire and you can always go for the showrooms and socializing. Of course some things old are now new again like:1) Focus on Nature's objects -- seashells, bugs and coral displayed in unusual ways, Continue Reading
Maneuvering the Maze Can be a Scary Experience
Maneuvering the maze at the High Point Market was terribly frustrating and a scary experience for first timers. By the time we finally left, we had a much better handle of how to navigate and offer tips below for the next time. Now I know why all the advice was to get a map, have a plan, be prepared. We thought we were. Maps to Help Maneuver Here's the map, oh but Continue Reading
10 Color Predictions – Bellflower is 3
Bellflower is the 3rd of 10 Color Predictions that we are highlighting.Well, we're at the huge High Point Market and my head is spinning. There is so much to see and so much to do. We have a plan but I hope we accomplish it. While I gather my thoughts and can write about the experience upon my return, here's the third post in the series for Pantone's color Continue Reading
10 Color Predictions – Tangerine is 1
Tangerine is the number 1 color of 10 color predictions.Not working this Columbus Day, then why not think ahead. As fashion and home design layouts for spring magazines start now, these may be some color predictions you may expect to see for 2012 -- driven by the color authority, Pantone.Going down the list below, I'm posting some of my favorite examples Continue Reading
