tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-62451482388590455532024-03-13T08:35:39.299-07:00Instinctive Interiors at HomeSandra Linghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11358166924544892339noreply@blogger.comBlogger41125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245148238859045553.post-17422954307480646862011-05-31T12:04:00.001-07:002011-05-31T12:05:59.435-07:00Instinctive Interiors featured in Detroit’s Styleline Magazine<p>A lovely client of mine was kind enough to allow me and a team of photographers to invade her home for a day to take photographs for the June issue of Styleline magazine.</p> <p>Jeanine Matlow took my rambling interview (you know us designers, once we start talking about style and design we just can’t stop) and turned it into a very accurate and gracious description of the interior styling and how I strive for a balance of curve and a place to rest your eye, so that one can appreciate each unique piece in the room.   </p> <p><a href="http://viewer.zmags.com/publication/8d2a83fd#/8d2a83fd/107">Here</a> is the link to the article and below I’ve posted a few pictures that weren’t published.  By the way, these are <strong>my</strong> pictures not be to be confused with the fabulous pictures taken by Gene Meadows of Meadows and Co. Photography check out his site <a href="http://www.gene-meadows.com/">here</a>. </p> <p> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-pXRDRt52dsI/TeU7d3cp54I/AAAAAAAAAwQ/6EeLNRuDFpM/s1600-h/Powder%252520Room%25255B8%25255D.jpg"><img title="Powder Room" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="372" alt="Powder Room" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-F5H7a-Awvc0/TeU7enaOwxI/AAAAAAAAAwU/nPZM9qqczw0/Powder%252520Room_thumb%25255B4%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="261" border="0" /></a> Powder Room</p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-GTd3ILc7Aco/TeU7iwyOEVI/AAAAAAAAAwY/7phUNzK1Utk/s1600-h/Kitchen%252520II%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img title=" Kitchen II" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="316" alt=" Kitchen II" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-9HqM9iupx6Y/TeU7m6xnEoI/AAAAAAAAAwc/NudRo3kpA2Y/Kitchen%252520II_thumb%25255B2%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="415" border="0" /></a> Kitchen </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-DJHK9Yd2ykg/TeU7nYKFurI/AAAAAAAAAwg/Gkn5-5FAh4Y/s1600-h/Living%252520room%252520I%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="Living room I" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: inline; border-left: 0px; border-bottom: 0px" height="323" alt="Living room I" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-LcdoHHCor-k/TeU7n7gdv1I/AAAAAAAAAwk/ZAtLwpOHOi0/Living%252520room%252520I_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="425" border="0" /></a> </p> <p align="center">Living Room</p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-euN-v0lyHL0/TeU7oeajqSI/AAAAAAAAAwo/MuCBBd0LVjE/s1600-h/Living%252520Room%252520Table%25255B3%25255D.jpg"><img title="Living Room Table" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: inline; border-left: 0px; border-bottom: 0px" height="367" alt="Living Room Table" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-HKtnI9Pjb6g/TeU7o_6n9VI/AAAAAAAAAws/KeTh868g7N8/Living%252520Room%252520Table_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="279" border="0" /></a> </p> <p></p> <p align="center">Living Room Table</p> <p align="left">A big thank you to my <strong>wonderful </strong>client, the fantastic writer Jeanine Matlow, Gene Meadows for his expert photography and Styleline Magazine. </p> Sandra Linghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11358166924544892339noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245148238859045553.post-90562097617277133342011-05-18T18:33:00.001-07:002011-05-18T18:33:22.167-07:00Outdoor Fabric used for Indoors<p>I’ve been mentioning this quite often lately to clients; the benefit of using outdoor fabric as your  indoor fabric.  Not all that long ago outdoor fabrics were stiff, weird colors with odd patterns, but now outdoor fabric has come a <em><font size="3">very long</font></em> way in terms of patterns, colors but mostly in softness, texture and weave.  Most people are unaware that there exists a whole new world of  outdoor fabrics, such as,velvets and silk, yes, <strong><em>velvets and silks, </em></strong>all from 100% solution dyed acrylic.  Imagine the possibilities of a fabric that looks like silk but doesn’t fade…indoor draperies, outdoor draperies, bedding, dining chairs, shower curtains, place mats, truly if you can imagine it, it can be done.  Do you realize that this means a white upholstered sofa is no longer off limits if you have young children, teens, pets or a messy husband.  Seriously you can have a white sofa and serve red wine with no worries!</p> <p>Below is a very small sampling  just to pique your awareness of what is available.  Hard to believe, I know, but in most cases you really can’t tell the difference in feel between a cotton indoor velvet and the acrylic outdoor velvet; likewise with chenilles and twills.  Ok, I admit it’s hard to duplicate a beautiful silk, however, you’d be very surprised at how similar it looks.   Check ‘em out. </p> <p> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://www.crlaine.com/fabrics.asp?itemidx=10&pg=2"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" height="176" src="http://www.crlaine.com/fabric_images/thumbnails/SoleilVelvet_Charcoal.jpg" width="258" border="0" /></a>  <em>Soleil Velvet in Charcoal 100% Sunbrella Acrylic</em></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://www.crlaine.com/fabrics.asp?itemidx=11&pg=2"><img height="187" src="http://www.crlaine.com/fabric_images/thumbnails/SoleilVelvet_Cocoa.jpg" width="274" border="0" /></a></p> <p align="center"><em>Soleil Velvet in Cocoa 100% Sunbrella Acrylic</em></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://www.crlaine.com/fabrics.asp?itemidx=13&pg=2"><img height="184" src="http://www.crlaine.com/fabric_images/thumbnails/SoleilVelvet_Sage.jpg" width="269" border="0" /></a></p> <p align="center"><em>Soleil Velvet in Sage 100% Sunbrella Acrylic</em></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://www.crlaine.com/fabrics.asp?itemidx=17&pg=2"><img height="173" src="http://www.crlaine.com/fabric_images/thumbnails/Trax_Salt.jpg" width="253" border="0" /></a></p> <p align="center"><em>Trax Salt 100% Sunbrella Acrylic</em></p> <p align="center"><em></em></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://www.crlaine.com/fabrics.asp?itemidx=7&pg=2"><img height="194" src="http://www.crlaine.com/fabric_images/thumbnails/Daydream_White.jpg" width="275" border="0" /></a></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p align="center"><em>Daydream White 100% Solution Dyed Acrylic</em></p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><strong><img height="384" alt="Super Paradise Print Schumacher Fabric" src="http://www.fschumacher.com/search/thumbnail_395/174321.jpg" width="265" border="0" /></strong></p> <p align="center"><em>Super Paradise in Punch by Trina Turk for <a href="http://www.fschumacher.com/">F. Schumacher</a></em></p> <p align="center"><img height="404" alt="Arches Print Schumacher Fabric" src="http://www.fschumacher.com/search/thumbnail_395/174272.jpg" width="279" border="0" /></p> <p align="center"><em>Arches in Orange Trina Turk for <a href="http://www.fschumacher.com/">F. Schumacher</a></em></p> <p><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" height="356" alt="Super Paradise Print Schumacher Fabric" src="http://www.fschumacher.com/search/thumbnail_395/174322.jpg" width="246" border="0" /></p> <h4></h4> <p></p> <p></p> <p align="center"><em>Super Paradise in Punch by Trina Turk for<a href="http://www.fschumacher.com/">F. Schumacher</a></em></p> <p align="center"><img height="358" alt="Tangier Frame Print Schumacher Fabric" src="http://www.fschumacher.com/search/thumbnail_395/174742.jpg" width="247" border="0" /></p> <p align="center"><em>Tangier Framed Print in Driftwood by Trina Turk for <a href="http://www.fschumacher.com/">F. Schumacher</a></em></p> <p align="center"><img height="366" alt="Ankara Schumacher Fabric" src="http://www.fschumacher.com/search/thumbnail_395/51700.jpg" width="253" border="0" /></p> <p align="center"><em>Ankara in Kiwi from <a href="http://www.fschumacher.com/">F. Schumacher</a></em></p> <p align="center"><img height="188" src="http://perennialsfabrics.com/zimages/789-188.jpg" width="247" /></p> <p align="center"><em>Shibori – Sea Urchin from <a href="http://www.perennialsfabrics.com">Perennials Fabric</a></em></p> <p align="center"><img src="http://perennialsfabrics.com/zimages/655-168.jpg" /></p> <p align="center"><em>Slubby – Peacock from <a href="http://www.perennialsfabrics.com">Perennials Fabric</a></em></p> <p align="center"><img height="349" alt="Madagascar Chenille Schumacher Fabric" src="http://www.fschumacher.com/search/thumbnail_395/62921.jpg" width="241" border="0" /></p> <p align="center"><em>Madagascar Chenille in Rattan from <a href="http://www.fschumacher.com/">F. Schumacher</a></em></p> <p align="center"><img src="http://perennialsfabrics.com/zimages/992-142.jpg" /></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p align="center"><em>Outside the Box – Slate from <a href="http://www.perennialsfabrics.com">Perennials Fabric</a></em></p> <p align="center"><img src="http://perennialsfabrics.com/zimages/194-162C.jpg" /></p> <p align="center"><em>Ripples – Nantucket from <a href="http://www.perennialsfabrics.com">Perennials Fabric</a></em></p> <p align="center"><img src="http://perennialsfabrics.com/zimages/970-43.jpg" /></p> <p align="center"><em>Nubby – Spa Blue from <a href="http://www.perennialsfabrics.com">Perennials Fabric</a></em></p> <p align="center"><em></em></p> <p align="left">Just the tip of the iceberg in terms of what’s available. Aren't they fantastic!!</p> Sandra Linghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11358166924544892339noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245148238859045553.post-51369644908665904162011-05-09T11:32:00.001-07:002011-05-09T11:32:15.191-07:00THE LIST #6 Single Cushion Sofas<p>I adore single cushion sofas, recently I had my 2 over 2 seat sofa converted to a single cushion.  I added new pillows; see my choices from a previous post <a href="http://instinctiveinteriors.blogspot.com/2010/01/projects-at-home-update.html">here</a>.  I’ve included some of my other favorites.  </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TcgzHEJFDFI/AAAAAAAAAvY/57oOKiyPUbg/s1600-h/mysofa4.jpg"><img title="my sofa" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="233" alt="my sofa" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TcgzHdvFY6I/AAAAAAAAAvc/H7apfg4_zbw/mysofa_thumb2.jpg?imgmax=800" width="410" border="0" /></a> </p> <p>You’ll notice if you click back to the previous post that I didn’t do a pillow in the Manual Canovas Byzance in Quartz.  I ordered it with the intention of making pillows it and they were so kind to send me a little extra yardage that I ended up covering a chair on the seat and inside back as shown here.  </p> <p><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TcgzH-a9hpI/AAAAAAAAAvg/H9lSS5gEoDQ/s1600-h/Chair%20in%20Byzance%20in%20Quartz%5B2%5D.jpg"><img title="Chair in Byzance in Quartz" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: inline; border-left: 0px; border-bottom: 0px" height="244" alt="Chair in Byzance in Quartz" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TcgzIYxgHEI/AAAAAAAAAvk/HU1staw_wPs/Chair%20in%20Byzance%20in%20Quartz_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="195" border="0" /></a>           <a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TcgzIuyFs9I/AAAAAAAAAvo/8duxMnpMphc/s1600-h/back%20of%20chair%5B2%5D.jpg"><img title="back of chair" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: inline; border-left: 0px; border-bottom: 0px" height="244" alt="back of chair" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TcgzJDmsgAI/AAAAAAAAAvs/km6SPEhat5w/back%20of%20chair_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="184" border="0" /></a> </p> <p>Inside: Manuel Canovas Byzance in Quartz     Outside: Chevron Bar Silk in Blossom</p> <p><a href="http://s7d5.scene7.com/s7ondemand/zoom/flasht_zoom.jsp?company=hickorychair&sku=322_88_WHITE_blur&config=Scene7SharedAssets/Zoom5&zoomwidth=780&zoomheight=545"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" height="349" src="http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/hickorychair/322_88_WHITE_blur?op_sharpen=1&wid=420&hei=350" width="428" border="0" /></a></p> <p align="center">Sutton Sofa by Hickory Chair</p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://s7d5.scene7.com/s7ondemand/zoom/flasht_zoom.jsp?company=hickorychair&sku=7616_82_B&config=Scene7SharedAssets/Zoom5&zoomwidth=780&zoomheight=545"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" height="350" src="http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/hickorychair/7616_82_B?op_sharpen=1&wid=420&hei=350" width="420" border="0" /></a></p> <p align="center">Salon French Settee by Hickory Chair</p> <p>  <a href="http://s7d5.scene7.com/s7ondemand/zoom/flasht_zoom.jsp?company=hickorychair&sku=4120_10_LEG331_SERPARM_EXHT_B&config=Scene7SharedAssets/Zoom5&zoomwidth=780&zoomheight=545"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" height="350" src="http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/hickorychair/4120_10_LEG331_SERPARM_EXHT_B?op_sharpen=1&wid=420&hei=350" width="420" border="0" /></a></p> <p align="center">Silhouettes  Serpentine Sofa by Hickory Chair</p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TcgzJfLgjII/AAAAAAAAAvw/40QLx2vvHp4/s1600-h/LondonSofa3.png"><img title="London Sofa" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="261" alt="London Sofa" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TcgzJ2KIyMI/AAAAAAAAAv0/JWwD1PPsQKM/LondonSofa_thumb3.png?imgmax=800" width="419" border="0" /></a></p> <p align="center">London Sofa</p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TcgzKDInSpI/AAAAAAAAAv4/_YHl20E30oU/s1600-h/Sherrill52595.jpg"><img title="Sherrill 5259" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="218" alt="Sherrill 5259" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TcgzKTiBZsI/AAAAAAAAAv8/PfmtgKefiK8/Sherrill5259_thumb3.jpg?imgmax=800" width="429" border="0" /></a></p> <p align="center">5259 by Sherrill Upholstery</p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TcgzKjGfuEI/AAAAAAAAAwA/owUqNTEoO78/s1600-h/Sherrill526012.jpg"><img title="Sherrill 5260" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="259" alt="Sherrill 5260" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TcgzKykJQWI/AAAAAAAAAwE/ySRudpZG7FQ/Sherrill5260_thumb8.jpg?imgmax=800" width="447" border="0" /></a>  </p> <p align="center">5260 by Sherrill Upholstery </p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TcgzLb3byaI/AAAAAAAAAwI/fzgVKONTms0/s1600-h/DC446.jpg"><img title="DC 44" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="271" alt="DC 44" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TcgzLnfgv0I/AAAAAAAAAwM/_oAMBBBUnyQ/DC44_thumb4.jpg?imgmax=800" width="472" border="0" /></a></p> <p align="center">Dan Carithers for Sherrill Upholstery </p> <p></p> <p></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://s7d5.scene7.com/s7ondemand/zoom/flasht_zoom.jsp?company=hickorychair&sku=7628_84_FV&config=Scene7SharedAssets/Zoom5&zoomwidth=780&zoomheight=545"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" height="350" src="http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/hickorychair/7628_84_FV?op_sharpen=1&wid=420&hei=350" width="420" border="0" /></a></p> <p align="center">Elinor Sofa by Hickory Chair</p> Sandra Linghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11358166924544892339noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245148238859045553.post-47949206798278530942011-05-01T12:38:00.001-07:002011-05-01T12:38:50.336-07:00Spring 2011 High Point Market Finds<p>Here’s my top ten Spring 2011 High Point, North Carolina Market Finds.  It’s a mixture of furniture, art, and accessories selected for various reasons.    Take a look…</p> <p><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/Tb22sQpUycI/AAAAAAAAAuE/2vyAs25OJm4/s1600-h/Iron%20Finial%5B4%5D.jpg"><img title="Iron Finial" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="330" alt="Iron Finial" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/Tb22sh8Uf3I/AAAAAAAAAuI/BJRtFHfyu4g/Iron%20Finial_thumb%5B2%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="267" border="0" /></a></p> <p align="center">(1)</p> <p align="left">Metal Finial that stands 38” high  16” wide and 16”deep which is suitable for indoor or outdoor use.  A fantastic accent in the garden, flanking the front entry on a pedestal or a pair on top of a bookcase.  A spectacular statement piece.</p> <p align="left"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/Tb22tEOIuBI/AAAAAAAAAuM/8Evqyf4ItoQ/s1600-h/Slipper%20Chair%5B4%5D.jpg"><img title="Slipper Chair" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="327" alt="Slipper Chair" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/Tb22tV64gjI/AAAAAAAAAuQ/GwYC1W970W4/Slipper%20Chair_thumb%5B2%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="264" border="0" /></a>(2) </p> <p align="left"> Slipper Chair which comes covered in a natural linen as shown.  The dimensions of the chair are 26w 31h  25d.  Perfect accent for a bathroom, in the bedroom, closet, or a pair in front of a fireplace.  I especially liked the scale, the feminine lines with a little sexiness.  Reasonably priced too.</p> <p align="left"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/Tb22tlFHZbI/AAAAAAAAAuU/GRYX3cWDnho/s1600-h/Triumphe%20Metal%20Outdoor%20Hanging%20Lantern%20with%20Wall%20Mount%5B5%5D.jpg"><img title="Triumphe Metal Outdoor Hanging Lantern with Wall Mount" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="415" alt="Triumphe Metal Outdoor Hanging Lantern with Wall Mount" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/Tb22t9DBWXI/AAAAAAAAAuY/MfSFO5wQ-KE/Triumphe%20Metal%20Outdoor%20Hanging%20Lantern%20with%20Wall%20Mount_thumb%5B3%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="288" border="0" /></a></p> <p align="center">(3)</p> <p align="center">An elegant outdoor lantern, what else is there to say…attach it to your house, a deck post or add post(s) to your landscape just to accommodate it.  You could create a “room”  in your landscape for dining, or line a pathway.  Simply grand!</p> <p align="left"> </p> <p align="left"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/Tb22uTr-a5I/AAAAAAAAAuc/oakrR7lV270/s1600-h/Mirrored%20Top%20Table%20Collection%5B6%5D.jpg"><img title="Mirrored Top Table Collection" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="264" alt="Mirrored Top Table Collection" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/Tb22uz_qmaI/AAAAAAAAAug/lI0qXixLKHc/Mirrored%20Top%20Table%20Collection_thumb%5B4%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="347" border="0" /></a></p> <p align="center">(4)</p> <p align="left">This is a new introduction by CTH.  Mirrored top, with a uniquely shaped leg.  Of course, you wouldn’t buy them as a set, pick one as an accent.  They have the perfect balance of curve and yet a crispness about them too. </p> <p align="left"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/Tb22vHF5hxI/AAAAAAAAAuk/dNWwYhHCzuc/s1600-h/Intaglios%5B4%5D.jpg"><img title="Intaglios" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="367" alt="Intaglios" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/Tb22vej22vI/AAAAAAAAAuo/yLkt2lMj6qg/Intaglios_thumb%5B2%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="279" border="0" /></a>(5)  </p> <p align="left">A grouping of framed intaglios.  This is another manner of really making a statement.  Put these in a random pattern up a set of stairs, or down a long hallway.  If your kitchen cabinets don’t go to the ceiling and you have that dead space, line these up beautifully across the tops.  Lovely!!</p> <p align="left"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/Tb22vrn867I/AAAAAAAAAus/yl6zyxYBAuc/s1600-h/Tribeca%20Wood%20Jar%20with%20White%20Finial%20Lid%5B4%5D.jpg"><img title="Tribeca Wood Jar with White Finial Lid" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="338" alt="Tribeca Wood Jar with White Finial Lid" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/Tb22v_epasI/AAAAAAAAAuw/-s83L7o-DRg/Tribeca%20Wood%20Jar%20with%20White%20Finial%20Lid_thumb%5B2%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="276" border="0" /></a> (6)</p> <p align="left">This set of Tribeca Wood Jars with White Finials, oh my gosh, they’re simply elegant, I absolutely love the lines.  The large one stands 7” x 19.25” high, medium 6” x 15.75” high and the small 4.75” x 12.75” high.  </p> <p align="left"> </p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/Tb22wMzwJPI/AAAAAAAAAu0/5yLP-mwoSiY/s1600-h/Antoinette%20Glass%20Picture%20Frame%5B4%5D.jpg"><img title="Antoinette Glass Picture Frame" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="340" alt="Antoinette Glass Picture Frame" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/Tb22wlGTHsI/AAAAAAAAAu4/cwIjBjNfT18/Antoinette%20Glass%20Picture%20Frame_thumb%5B2%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="434" border="0" /></a> </p> <p align="center">(7)</p> <p>Because I can’t resist anything pink.  Ok actually, pink, apple green, turquoise, coral ~ I can’t resist those either!!</p> <p> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/Tb22w16vbPI/AAAAAAAAAu8/rdcQyWzkVZo/s1600-h/Glass%20and%20Brass%20End%20Table%5B4%5D.jpg"><img title="Glass and Brass End Table" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="347" alt="Glass and Brass End Table" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/Tb22xK9EicI/AAAAAAAAAvA/d67HB2UUFWE/Glass%20and%20Brass%20End%20Table_thumb%5B2%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="270" border="0" /></a> (8)</p> <p>This glass top table caught my eye, one because of its great lines and two because of its reasonable price.  The dimensions are 26w 26h 18d. </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/Tb22xiKMfNI/AAAAAAAAAvE/195ex0qbWfs/s1600-h/Small%20Glass%20Front%20Cabinet%5B4%5D.jpg"><img title="Small Glass Front Cabinet" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="343" alt="Small Glass Front Cabinet" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/Tb22x0B3KgI/AAAAAAAAAvI/mf0A9XIGnPY/Small%20Glass%20Front%20Cabinet_thumb%5B2%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="261" border="0" /></a></p> <p align="center">(9)</p> <p>While I wasn’t  crazy about the finish on this glass front cabinet it does come in a less distressed finish and multiple colors, that I do like.  I thought this would be perfect not only in the bathroom, but in a kitchen or dining room where space is limited but a little extra storage is needed plus a great display.  Stacking similar dishes or glass ware would look beautiful.  Could be used in a child’s room to display dolls, car collections, rocks, you name it.</p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/Tb22yLWgHRI/AAAAAAAAAvM/hNcE31jqxQk/s1600-h/Triumphe%20Metal%20Oblong%20Pillar%20Tray%20and%20Five%20Arm%20Pillar%20Holder%5B4%5D.jpg"><img title="Triumphe Metal Oblong Pillar Tray and Five Arm Pillar Holder" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="256" alt="Triumphe Metal Oblong Pillar Tray and Five Arm Pillar Holder" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/Tb22ybguf1I/AAAAAAAAAvQ/_mIpRQGxMN4/Triumphe%20Metal%20Oblong%20Pillar%20Tray%20and%20Five%20Arm%20Pillar%20Holder_thumb%5B2%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="346" border="0" /></a></p> <p align="center">(10)</p> <p> These looked wonderful for two reasons, one, since we are nearing the season of outdoor dining here in Michigan my thoughts go directly to accessorizing the patio and two, I can’t resist candle light.  Obviously these are beautiful for inside as well.</p> Sandra Linghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11358166924544892339noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245148238859045553.post-52731748082641410522010-12-08T05:31:00.000-08:002011-05-01T12:49:58.267-07:00Window Treatments<p>One of my favorite elements of the design process that I enjoy are window treatments, they have tremendous impact to the design scheme, depending on the room they can create softness, warmth, drama, color, texture, make the window appear larger, separate a room, light and temperature control, privacy what ever look is desired there exists a treatment for it. This is the first official post to my entries called Window Treatments. Periodically, I will post pictures of treatments that I’ve designed or am in the process of designing for clients. For the first entry I’m going to keep it simple, future posts will include my thoughts on fabrics, lining, interlining, trim, hardware, blinds, shutters, sheers and anything that relates to windows (and maybe a pillow or two). </p><br /><p>This soft feminine tailored balloon shade is installed over a sunken tub. The combination of plantation shutters with the non functioning balloon shade provides the client with privacy, daylight control and prettiness. </p><br /><p><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TP_8fE8hlDI/AAAAAAAAAts/pk9Sj5NTyqk/s1600-h/IMG_0448%5B1%5D.jpg"><img title="IMG_0448" style="BORDER-TOP-WIDTH: 0px; DISPLAY: block; BORDER-LEFT-WIDTH: 0px; FLOAT: none; BORDER-BOTTOM-WIDTH: 0px; MARGIN-LEFT: auto; MARGIN-RIGHT: auto; BORDER-RIGHT-WIDTH: 0px" height="310" alt="IMG_0448" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TPwVV67Ej1I/AAAAAAAAAtw/xzEywyKwtJ0/IMG_0448_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="407" border="0" /></a></p><br /><p></p><br /><p align="center">Face Fabric: Designer Silk – Cameo Pink</p><br /><p align="center">Trim: Kravet T30406-717 Dragon Fly Bead Fringe in Blush</p><br /><div class="wlWriterEditableSmartContent" id="scid:0767317B-992E-4b12-91E0-4F059A8CECA8:c6dad473-4747-4034-ba93-46a7ee9b1ec4" style="PADDING-RIGHT: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; PADDING-LEFT: 0px; FLOAT: none; PADDING-BOTTOM: 0px; MARGIN: 0px; PADDING-TOP: 0px">Technorati Tags: <a href="http://technorati.com/tags/window+treatments" rel="tag">window treatments</a></div>Sandra Linghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11358166924544892339noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245148238859045553.post-73287060994398018912010-12-05T12:55:00.001-08:002010-12-05T12:55:10.200-08:00THE LIST ~ #5 Ottomans<p>Whenever I work with a client on designing their main hang out and relax area of their home, whether it be a hearthside room, family room, cozy den or theatre room I insist on a seating arrangement that is accompanied by a something to put their feet up on.  I’ve never met anyone who lounges and relaxes by sitting straight up in a chair or on a sofa.  Everyone likes to lean back and put their feet up.  Here are some of my favorite and most stylish ottomans that you can put your feet up on and they also serve a dual purpose as a coffee table.  </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TPv8EYC5saI/AAAAAAAAAsU/-CmLmy__YVE/s1600-h/5410_30_Alex%20Cocktail%20Ottoman%5B3%5D.jpg"><img title="5410_30_Alex Cocktail Ottoman" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="244" alt="5410_30_Alex Cocktail Ottoman" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TPv8EnMVUqI/AAAAAAAAAsY/FPlUdKZ0RbM/5410_30_Alex%20Cocktail%20Ottoman_thumb%5B1%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" border="0" /></a></p> <p align="center">Alex Cocktail Ottoman – Hickory Chair</p> <p align="left">This one is fantastic because you can also add this optional wood tray.  Hickory Chair will also customize the size of the ottoman in their made to measure program, see below  (note the tray only comes in one size that fits the above ottoman).  This is very sharp done in leather with nail head trim.  </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TPv8E34RWXI/AAAAAAAAAsc/8dYFvzwF4cY/s1600-h/5410_53%20made%20to%20measure%5B6%5D.jpg"><img title="5410_53 made to measure" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="204" alt="5410_53 made to measure" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TPv8FYCPWJI/AAAAAAAAAsg/vRrUDd4yUqA/5410_53%20made%20to%20measure_thumb%5B2%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="179" border="0" /></a> Alex Ottoman – Made to Measure by Hickory Chair</p> <p align="left">This next ottoman is also by Hickory Chair and is another highly function piece.  It has a tufted top that opens to reveal 2 serving trays and deep storage.  Its available with a bun or tapered foot.  I actually own this piece and have it in my lower level – its one of my favorite pieces in the house.   </p> <p> </p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TPv8GJwKVKI/AAAAAAAAAsk/hQcQ6XQkSgs/s1600-h/5704_29%20Tapered%20closed%5B3%5D.jpg"><img title="5704_29 Tapered closed" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: inline; margin-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px" height="244" alt="5704_29 Tapered closed" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TPv8GgW7zTI/AAAAAAAAAso/Jtk8j0ex6gg/5704_29%20Tapered%20closed_thumb%5B1%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" align="left" border="0" /></a><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TPv8HPZKKJI/AAAAAAAAAss/TN9OObx2pDY/s1600-h/5704_29_OPEN%20with%20tapered%20feet%5B2%5D.jpg"><img title="5704_29_OPEN with tapered feet" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: inline; border-left: 0px; border-bottom: 0px" height="244" alt="5704_29_OPEN with tapered feet" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TPv8HVRh5uI/AAAAAAAAAsw/0SDmmLNUHkY/5704_29_OPEN%20with%20tapered%20feet_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" border="0" /></a> </p> <p align="center">Wyland Ottoman with tapered leg – <a href="http://www.hickorychair.com/">Hickory Chair</a></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TPv8HvpNCeI/AAAAAAAAAs0/RkfN38bG7wg/s1600-h/5703_29%20Wyland%20Storage%20Ottoman%5B3%5D.jpg"><img title="5703_29 Wyland Storage Ottoman" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="204" alt="5703_29 Wyland Storage Ottoman" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TPv8H-hnCPI/AAAAAAAAAs4/jcI-7w2h_sI/5703_29%20Wyland%20Storage%20Ottoman_thumb%5B1%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" border="0" /></a>Wyland ottoman with bun foot – <a href="http://www.hickorychair.com/">Hickory Chair</a> </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TPv8Ieb1TjI/AAAAAAAAAs8/AlILJiUDYKQ/s1600-h/137-03%5B2%5D.jpg"><img title="137-03" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: inline; border-left: 0px; border-bottom: 0px" height="164" alt="137-03" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TPv8IhdRd2I/AAAAAAAAAtA/UUCIsxO600k/137-03_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" border="0" /></a> </p> <p align="center">Kendall</p> <p align="left">I include this one because its large 42” x 31 and has a very reasonable price point. The only thing that is customizable is the fabric, we can put any fabric on it but the finish is as is.  Unless of course you’re a DIYer then, as you wish.</p> <div class="wlWriterEditableSmartContent" id="scid:0767317B-992E-4b12-91E0-4F059A8CECA8:55e8f577-7596-405c-b77b-442f5a6a9cea" style="padding-right: 0px; display: inline; padding-left: 0px; float: none; padding-bottom: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-top: 0px">Technorati Tags: <a href="http://technorati.com/tags/hickory+chair" rel="tag">hickory chair</a>,<a href="http://technorati.com/tags/ottomans" rel="tag">ottomans</a></div> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TPv8JBq2U3I/AAAAAAAAAtE/xikGty5Dxhc/s1600-h/B819%20barbegat%20Ottoman%5B2%5D.jpg"><img title="B819 barbegat Ottoman" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: inline; border-left: 0px; border-bottom: 0px" height="184" alt="B819 barbegat Ottoman" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TPv8JUt3BHI/AAAAAAAAAtI/u_ZFO_w62d0/B819%20barbegat%20Ottoman_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" border="0" /></a> </p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p align="center">Barbegat and Berkshire Ottoman </p> <p align="left"> </p> <p align="left"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TPv8J-VyuGI/AAAAAAAAAtM/XVNa6TxRr_4/s1600-h/clip_image001%5B3%5D.jpg"><img title="clip_image001" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="244" alt="clip_image001" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TPv8KBHffKI/AAAAAAAAAtQ/wBO6DnRtAoo/clip_image001_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" border="0" /></a></p> <p>The above a classic, tailored and proof that there are great options in many sizes. </p> <p><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TPv8KQdq9ZI/AAAAAAAAAtU/jwErsrlUsC0/s1600-h/2808_30%20Rolland%20Ottoman%5B3%5D.jpg"><img title="2808_30 Rolland Ottoman" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="204" alt="2808_30 Rolland Ottoman" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TPv8Kw5ZNsI/AAAAAAAAAtY/JTWtkuZhGa0/2808_30%20Rolland%20Ottoman_thumb%5B1%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" border="0" /></a></p> <p align="center">Rolland Ottoman – <a href="http://www.hickorychair.com/">Hickory Chair</a></p> <p align="left">Clean and simple, this ottoman is perfect for the client that wants straighter lines and less tradition.  </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TPv8LJILNKI/AAAAAAAAAtc/KuwMK_rACdo/s1600-h/7617_29%20Egg%20Ottoman%20Skirted%5B2%5D.jpg"><img title="7617_29 Egg Ottoman Skirted" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: inline; border-left: 0px; border-bottom: 0px" height="204" alt="7617_29 Egg Ottoman Skirted" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TPv8LTR59BI/AAAAAAAAAtg/LiC269KH-bY/7617_29%20Egg%20Ottoman%20Skirted_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" border="0" /></a> </p> <p align="center">Egg Ottoman – <a href="http://www.hickorychair.com/">Hickory Chair</a></p> <p align="left">The wonderful thing about the egg ottoman is that it can be dressed with contrast welts, braids and multiple fabrics to create a look that is unique or kept simple as shown above.</p> <p align="left">These pieces are all so inspiring that you could design a room around them.  So the next time you’re pondering your lounging space don’t forget a place to put your feet up.</p> Sandra Linghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11358166924544892339noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245148238859045553.post-12833419500558864282010-11-20T17:16:00.001-08:002010-11-20T17:16:34.864-08:00Home Treasures Luxury Bedding<p>Just arrived at Instinctive Interiors at home is the scrumptious bedding line by Home Treasures.  I’ve used this line in the past on several occasions for client projects and have purchased it for myself so I’m very excited to offer it at the boutique.  </p> <p>They coverlets coverlets are custom sized and are made to order, which I love, this way you can determine the perfect finished length of the sides so that they meet the side rail of the bed or the just below where the bed skirt begins, if you have one.  </p> <p>The coverlet quilted patterns are fantastic and  fabric choices are endless, you could do every bedroom in the house and not have it look like you shopped the same line.  The sheeting is fine Italian Linen and thread counts range from 300 – 1000.  Here’s a sampling of some of their quilting patterns. </p> <p>Quilting</p> <p><img src="http://www.hometreasureslinens.com/Portals/0/Products/Quilting.jpg" /></p> <p>Metro Collection Taupe</p> <p><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" src="http://www.hometreasureslinens.com/Portals/0/Products/METRO%20COLLECTION%20TAUPE.jpg" /></p> <p> </p> <p>Firenze</p> <p><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" src="http://www.hometreasureslinens.com/Portals/0/Products/Firenze-Duomo.jpg" /></p> <p>Timeless, classical, and opulent, Firenze is the combination of our 600 thread count Egyptian cotton damask from Italy.    Available in large or small acanthus pattern and offered in sheeting, pillowcases, shams, duvet, and dust ruffle.  Shown with coordinating pattern of Duomo and</p> <p> </p> <p>Globe</p> <p><img src="http://www.hometreasureslinens.com/Portals/0/Products/Ribbon-Globe-Argentina.jpg" /></p> <p>Architecturally graphic and fashion forward.  Ribbon is the combined application of two rows solid Royal Sateen on our Royal Sateen creating a ribbon like appearance.   Argentina is a 100% Viscose contemporary embroidery fabric lined with our 300 thread count Egyptian cotton Royal Sateen.  Melding the two styles together makes for a very Modern chic appearance.  Shown with our Globe quilted coverlet and body pillow with insets.</p> <p>Valentene Collection</p> <p><img src="http://www.hometreasureslinens.com/Portals/0/Products/VALENTENE%20BLUE%20GREY%20WITH%20METRO%20BLUE%20GREY%20MATELASSE.jpg" /></p> <p>Ziba</p> <p><img src="http://www.hometreasureslinens.com/Portals/0/Products/Persia-Ziba.jpg" /></p> <p>Global sophistication.  Persia is an engineered fabric in which the intricate detail and design are woven into the fabric.  Available in sheeting, pillowcases, shams, duvet and dust ruffle.  Shown with the Ziba quilting pattern.</p> <p>Renaissance</p> <p><img src="http://www.hometreasureslinens.com/Portals/0/Products/Renaissance.jpg" /></p> <p>Romantic and timeless, Renaissance is the ultimate in grandeur. The lavishness of an allover damask jacquard pattern complemented by a soft diamond pattern and acanthus leaf border make this collection luxurious.  Renaissance is available in sheeting, pillowcases, shams, duvet, and dust ruffles.  Shown with our Renaissance quilting.</p> <p>Of course if you’ve read my previous post I’m definitely a sucker for white bedding.  Plus 1000 collection. </p> <p> </p> <p><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" src="http://www.hometreasureslinens.com/Portals/0/Products/PLUSH_BED%20web%20page%202.jpg" /></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p>Chain</p> <p><img src="http://www.hometreasureslinens.com/Portals/0/Products/Chain.jpg" /></p> <p>Combining our 410 thread count cotton percale sheeting with very intricate  chain embroidery and lace inset accomplishing a crisp appearance.  Chain is offered in sheeting, pillowcases, shams, duvet, and dust ruffle.</p> <p> </p> <p>Helena</p> <p><img src="http://www.hometreasureslinens.com/Portals/0/Products/Helena-Olympia.jpg" /></p> <p>From Italy, Helena is our 300 thread count Egyptian cotton jacquard geometric leaf pattern.  Available in sheeting, pillowcases, shames, duvet and dust ruffle.  Shown with our timeless Olympia matellase coverlet.</p> <p> </p> <p>Pleats</p> <p><img src="http://www.hometreasureslinens.com/Portals/0/Products/Pleats.jpg" /></p> <p>A collection that is appropriate for all lifestyles.  Either very formal or  Urban chic.  Pleats may be constructed from any of our Royal Sateen fabrics ranging from a 300 thread count to 600 thread count.  Available in sheeting, pillowcases, shams, and duvet.  We show Pleats with our Tile quilted coverlet. </p> <p> </p> <p>Doric</p> <p><img src="http://www.hometreasureslinens.com/Portals/0/Products/Doric.jpg" /></p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://www.hometreasureslinens.com/DesktopModules/CATALooKStore/Skins/blue/1x1Cat.gif" /> <br /><img src="http://www.hometreasureslinens.com/DesktopModules/CATALooKStore/Skins/blue/1x1Cat.gif" /></p> <p>For a simplistic lifestyle, Doric combines an updated lace inset with any color from our 500 thread count cotton percale sheeting.  Either alone or accompanying any of our other bedding collections, Doric is available in sheeting, pillowcases, shams, duvet and dust ruffle. </p> <p>What I love about this line are the extensive options and the great price point so that you can have a few “looks” without spending an excessive amount of money.</p> Sandra Linghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11358166924544892339noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245148238859045553.post-67362022742812888642010-07-29T14:56:00.001-07:002010-07-29T14:56:57.144-07:00THE LIST ~ #4 Monogramming<p>When it comes to a design element that's so simple and classic that it surpasses the test of time, you have what’s called a monogram.   My parents who are about to celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary have monogrammed china by Royal Doulton  similar to the set on the right below by <a href="http://www.pickardchina.com">Pickard</a>.  I have always admired its simple elegance.</p> <p><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TFH43sKZm7I/AAAAAAAAAo4/jAfMqS6UdC8/s1600-h/clip_image0024.jpg"><img title="clip_image002" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="273" alt="clip_image002" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TFH44CZe04I/AAAAAAAAAo8/cIGqMUmUCTY/clip_image002_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="343" border="0" /></a></p> <p align="center">Monogrammed China </p> <p align="left">Ok, this is a little seque but look how fabulous this is Grecian Gorham antique spoon from 1882 with the name Alice monogrammed on it is, now if my name were “Alice” that spoon would be on its way to me right now.  </p> <p align="left"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TFH44nAsjKI/AAAAAAAAApA/Tzv-MRcBXrI/s1600-h/clip_image001133.jpg"><img title="clip_image001[13]" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="188" alt="clip_image001[13]" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TFH44yPAUGI/AAAAAAAAApE/oeoYCo43gw4/clip_image00113_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="384" border="0" /></a></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://www.silvercollect.com">Silver Collect</a>: 1882 Grecian Gorham </p> <p align="left">Of course there is monogrammed stationary, my favorite source for this is <a href="http://www.crane.com">Crane</a>.  There is a very special feeling that you get when you both send a note with your initials or name monogrammed on the paper and even more special is when you receive a note with someone else’s monogram.   The monogram can be as simple as one letter, or your first name, first and last name or the traditional 3 initials. </p> <p align="left"> </p> <p align="left"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TFH45WBVv8I/AAAAAAAAApI/Rw5MYlhBYo4/s1600-h/clip_image00253.jpg"><img title="clip_image002[5]" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="318" alt="clip_image002[5]" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TFH45gliByI/AAAAAAAAApM/YWhl_HKcKMc/clip_image0025_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="241" border="0" /></a></p> <p align="center">Crane: Single Initial</p> <p align="left"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TFH46FEG5_I/AAAAAAAAApQ/elwlkLQHQQQ/s1600-h/clip_image00193.jpg"><img title="clip_image001[9]" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="387" alt="clip_image001[9]" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TFH46aXUTrI/AAAAAAAAApU/vdPYjJ710DM/clip_image0019_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="387" border="0" /></a></p> <p align="center">Crane: Single Initial</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TFH46vOaBlI/AAAAAAAAApY/S8F9TI0xg5A/s1600-h/clip_image001112.jpg"><img title="clip_image001[11]" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: inline; border-left-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px" height="244" alt="clip_image001[11]" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TFH469ZrJqI/AAAAAAAAApc/W0wTEyJQSts/clip_image00111_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" border="0" /></a></p> <p align="center">Crane: 3 Initials</p> <p align="left">Naturally I’m going to include bed and bath linens in my selections, here are some of the very best!!</p> <p align="left"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TFH47YYsQ7I/AAAAAAAAApg/M_w5cmcOT7Y/s1600-h/clip_image001152.jpg"><img title="clip_image001[15]" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="244" alt="clip_image001[15]" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TFH47jeVEXI/AAAAAAAAApk/v4NHU0wLAWo/clip_image00115_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="197" border="0" /></a></p> <p></p> <p></p> <blockquote> <p align="center">Matouk: Parterre</p> </blockquote> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TFH4737UAEI/AAAAAAAAApo/QUc9PxDX-FI/s1600-h/clip_image001172.jpg"><img title="clip_image001[17]" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: inline; border-left-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px" height="244" alt="clip_image001[17]" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TFH48VGRNEI/AAAAAAAAAps/z6xEv9YR2ho/clip_image00117_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="197" border="0" /></a></p> <p align="center">Matouk: Mirasol</p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TFH48jVwmLI/AAAAAAAAApw/-ltcxGmOS-w/s1600-h/clip_image001192.jpg"><img title="clip_image001[19]" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: inline; border-left-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px" height="244" alt="clip_image001[19]" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TFH483mT8OI/AAAAAAAAAp0/vm-utjYsotA/clip_image00119_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="197" border="0" /></a></p> <p align="center">Matouk: Providence</p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TFH49FCKXCI/AAAAAAAAAp4/r72QIbGKG28/s1600-h/clip_image001212.jpg"><img title="clip_image001[21]" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: inline; border-left-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px" height="244" alt="clip_image001[21]" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TFH49Q3EIgI/AAAAAAAAAp8/Ih8tayFGmoY/clip_image00121_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="197" border="0" /></a></p> <p align="center">Matouk: Bel Tempo</p> <p align="left">This monogram style is a new one for Matouk, it’s unique because its woven right into the towel, quite spectacular.</p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TFH491BBU-I/AAAAAAAAAqA/xlb4xx7E3Sc/s1600-h/clip_image001232.jpg"><img title="clip_image001[23]" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: inline; border-left-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px" height="244" alt="clip_image001[23]" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TFH4-YIaveI/AAAAAAAAAqE/SeFHIKEitb4/clip_image00123_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="197" border="0" /></a></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p align="center">Matouk: Auberge</p> <p align="left">And the traditional styling of monogramming.</p> <p align="left"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TFH4-i2BECI/AAAAAAAAAqI/YJmQIxfwviM/s1600-h/clip_image001272.jpg"><img title="DeGaulle" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="164" alt="clip_image001[27]" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TFH4-wPYwhI/AAAAAAAAAqM/JCYYHe0sh2A/clip_image00127_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" border="0" /></a></p> <p align="left"> </p> <p align="left"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TFH4_VXP3PI/AAAAAAAAAqQ/Iwz3bXaM9VE/s1600-h/clip_image001293.jpg"><img title="Custom Althea" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="225" alt="clip_image001[29]" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TFH5Aaz3lwI/AAAAAAAAAqU/QA_Uu4A-v-0/clip_image00129_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="330" border="0" /></a></p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://www.leontinelinens.com/index.php">Leontine Linens</a></p> <p align="left">And we can’t forget shower curtains and robes….</p> <p align="left"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TFH5AhxTtlI/AAAAAAAAAqY/GCyifTTsSR8/s1600-h/clip_image001253.jpg"><img title="Celeste Shower Curtain" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="297" alt="clip_image001[25]" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TFH5A6IF99I/AAAAAAAAAqc/iM_TNBzRIAI/clip_image00125_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="202" border="0" /></a></p> <blockquote> <p align="center"><a href="http://www.leontinelinens.com/index.php">Leontine Linens</a></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TFH5BF8dLHI/AAAAAAAAAqg/GbovDNTDWFI/s1600-h/clip_image00272.jpg"><img title="clip_image002[7]" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: inline; border-left-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px" height="244" alt="clip_image002[7]" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TFH5Bil53qI/AAAAAAAAAqk/h0sD9jTzWaw/clip_image0027_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="204" border="0" /></a></p> <p align="center">Matouk</p> </blockquote> <p align="left">I also like monogrammed furniture, especially dining room chairs, see this one below by Hickory Chair.</p> <p align="left"><a href="http://s7d5.scene7.com/s7ondemand/zoom/flasht_zoom.jsp?company=hickorychair&sku=5037_01_M&config=Scene7SharedAssets/Zoom5&zoomwidth=780&zoomheight=545"><img title="clip_image001[31]" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="204" alt="clip_image001[31]" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TFH5B5I2iCI/AAAAAAAAAqo/z7HlTNJbfsY/clip_image001312.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" border="0" /></a></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://www.hickorychair.com/">Hickory Chair</a>:  Adam Arm Chair</p> <p>Or if you want to go a little crazier and bigger do something like this!!</p> <p><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TFH5CNFPZlI/AAAAAAAAAqs/gKI1F05IjGM/s1600-h/clip_image001333.jpg"><img title="Brenda Kelly Kramer Interiors" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="210" alt="clip_image001[33]" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TFH5Cv0nAzI/AAAAAAAAAqw/_BYeWWdHUsA/clip_image00133_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="308" border="0" /></a></p> <p align="center">Courtesy of Brenda Kelly Kramer Interiors</p> <p align="left">Need a little inspiration for monogram styles here are some unique options:</p> <p align="left"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TFH5DNtu79I/AAAAAAAAAq0/VTfQuuoKZjs/s1600-h/clip_image001352.jpg"><img title="clip_image001[35]" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="244" alt="clip_image001[35]" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TFH5DTv7i-I/AAAAAAAAAq4/ur9FwI5zAJs/clip_image00135_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" border="0" /></a></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TFH5D3jc10I/AAAAAAAAAq8/cBsj-CNa_14/s1600-h/clip_image001372.jpg"><img title="clip_image001[37]" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: inline; border-left-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px" height="244" alt="clip_image001[37]" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TFH5EESq2sI/AAAAAAAAArA/FnTUXPaKFPo/clip_image00137_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" border="0" /></a></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TFH5EujkZxI/AAAAAAAAArE/TKzljC8PD1M/s1600-h/clip_image001392.jpg"><img title="clip_image001[39]" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: inline; border-left-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px" height="244" alt="clip_image001[39]" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TFH5E075wsI/AAAAAAAAArI/K6NqRWBm0Fo/clip_image00139_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" border="0" /></a></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TFH5FI1hSlI/AAAAAAAAArM/pwyEnhQMcxg/s1600-h/clip_image001412.jpg"><img title="clip_image001[41]" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: inline; border-left-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px" height="244" alt="clip_image001[41]" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TFH5FVDDx1I/AAAAAAAAArQ/fxRX5hTEuzk/clip_image00141_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" border="0" /></a></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TFH5FuCzfmI/AAAAAAAAArU/Sh_ow7af7HE/s1600-h/clip_image001432.jpg"><img title="clip_image001[43]" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: inline; border-left-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px" height="244" alt="clip_image001[43]" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TFH5F9njRvI/AAAAAAAAArY/Go9UPNaMtNg/clip_image00143_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" border="0" /></a></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TFH5GS8OM2I/AAAAAAAAArc/7AQxlRhgVkg/s1600-h/clip_image001452.jpg"><img title="clip_image001[45]" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: inline; border-left-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px" height="244" alt="clip_image001[45]" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TFH5GoF0PDI/AAAAAAAAArg/2Zb8uWWPlrA/clip_image00145_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" border="0" /></a></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TFH5G8vlg7I/AAAAAAAAArk/8OtDylyAV84/s1600-h/clip_image001472.jpg"><img title="clip_image001[47]" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: inline; border-left-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px" height="244" alt="clip_image001[47]" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TFH5Hf7MapI/AAAAAAAAAro/-fC09l6Twuk/clip_image00147_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" border="0" /></a></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TFH5HhhVTuI/AAAAAAAAArs/mZ8rnwDEjsY/s1600-h/clip_image001492.jpg"><img title="clip_image001[49]" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: inline; border-left-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px" height="244" alt="clip_image001[49]" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TFH5H7LijpI/AAAAAAAAArw/uGoeECVk0p0/clip_image00149_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" border="0" /></a></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TFH5IX7_lvI/AAAAAAAAAr0/lFvkIZ5f9hA/s1600-h/clip_image001512.jpg"><img title="clip_image001[51]" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: inline; border-left-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px" height="244" alt="clip_image001[51]" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TFH5IgY8iEI/AAAAAAAAAr4/wKm3MgxPqRg/clip_image00151_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="197" border="0" /></a></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TFH5I4wmU5I/AAAAAAAAAr8/_LNe3QavJQg/s1600-h/clip_image001532.jpg"><img title="clip_image001[53]" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: inline; border-left-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px" height="244" alt="clip_image001[53]" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TFH5JItdccI/AAAAAAAAAsA/zMclswJVx04/clip_image00153_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="197" border="0" /></a></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TFH5JjgrSYI/AAAAAAAAAsE/P61oC1L5n08/s1600-h/clip_image001552.jpg"><img title="clip_image001[55]" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: inline; border-left-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px" height="244" alt="clip_image001[55]" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TFH5KMpCkRI/AAAAAAAAAsI/-EfMbXoDVSA/clip_image00155_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="197" border="0" /></a></p> <p align="left">Monogram style resources Matouk and Leontine Linens. </p> <p align="left">The list of objects to monogram goes on and on….luggage, glassware, napkins, napkin rings, blankets, frames, candles, cakes, shirt cuffs, shirt pockets, coats etc, however, a word of caution, contrary to popular belief,  there can be too much of a good thing.  So be judicious and pick a few objects to monogram and then use them!!!</p> Sandra Linghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11358166924544892339noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245148238859045553.post-13269585835635778772010-07-27T15:08:00.001-07:002010-07-27T15:09:05.373-07:00Table Linens: Couleur Nature<p>I had the pleasure of attending Atlanta’s International Gift and Home Furnishings Market last week and added a few new lines to the offerings at Instinctive Interiors at home boutique.  Here’s what I added in the table linen department, it’s a pretty and brightly colored line from Paris called <a href="http://www.couleurnature.com">Couleur Nature</a> by Bruno Lamy. </p> <p>there will be an assortment of tablecloths, placements and tea towels….behold the beauty below<a href="http://www.couleurnature.com/graphics/Zoom/jardinegreentablecloth.jpg"></a> <p><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" height="454" src="http://www.couleurnature.com/mm5/graphics/Zoom/jardinegreentablecloth.jpg" width="463" /></p> <p></p> </p> <p align="center">Coleur Nature  Jardin Red/Green Tablecloth </p> <p><img height="365" src="http://www.couleurnature.com/mm5/graphics/Zoom/Mat-2945-Zoom.jpg" width="500" /></p> <p align="center">Jardin Red/Green Placemat</p> <p><a href="http://www.couleurnature.com/graphics/Zoom/Nap-2945-Zoom.jpg"></a> <p><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" height="333" src="http://www.couleurnature.com/mm5/graphics/Zoom/Nap-2945-Zoom.jpg" width="343" /></p> <p></p> </p> <p align="center"> Jardin Red/Green Napkin</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p> </p> <p>Isn’t this one just fabulous for Fall!! I’ll have it as napkins and tea towels too.</p> <p><img height="477" src="http://www.couleurnature.com/mm5/graphics/Zoom/pumpkingreentablecloth.jpg" width="512" /></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p align="center">Pumpkin Mustard/Orange/Green</p> <p align="left">One of the things I always try to find is unusual hostess gifts. Not that anyone doesn’t appreciate a nice bottle of wine.  But don’t you think a set of tea towels makes a nice gift?  Everyone appreciates a pretty towel whether its for the kitchen or bath and I thought these were some of the prettiest that I’ve seen in a long time. </p> <p><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" height="466" src="http://www.couleurnature.com/mm5/graphics/Zoom/pomegranatetablecloth.jpg" width="333" /></p> <p align="center">Pomegranate Yellow</p> <p>Now you may think I’m getting ahead of myself but I have this in mind for Holiday.  Set either with white or red, or green dishes or a combination of all, spectacular!!! Of course I’m going to shamelessly mention that they go beautifully with the <a href="http://www.juliska.com/">Juliska</a> dishes that I now offer at the boutique.  Speaking of which <a href="http://www.juliska.com/">Juliska</a> added to their collection Boxwood and Bow which is a beautiful red that mixes with the white and pistachio green gorgeously.  I’ll post pictures as soon as I receive them. </p> <p><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" height="417" src="http://www.couleurnature.com/mm5/graphics/Zoom/crocustablecloth.jpg" width="338" /></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p><a href="http://www.juliska.com/"></a> <p align="center"></p> Crocus Red/Green<a href="http://www.juliska.com/juliska-buzz/"></a> <p></p> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://www.juliska.com/our-collections/"></a> <p><img title="clip_image002" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="205" alt="clip_image002" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TE9YxnA34rI/AAAAAAAAAow/pZDKsaA2Q88/clip_image002%5B5%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="260" border="0" /></p> <p></p> </p> <p align="center"><img height="22" src="http://www.juliska.com/b_ver_bar.gif" width="1" border="0" />Juliska:  Berry and Thread</p> <p align="center"><a href="http://www.juliska.com/our-collections/ceramics/jardins-du-monde/"><img title="clip_image002[6]" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: inline; border-left: 0px; border-bottom: 0px" height="205" alt="clip_image002[6]" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TE9Yx0gEnTI/AAAAAAAAAo0/yHam-XvOJqI/clip_image002%5B6%5D%5B3%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="260" border="0" /></a></p> <p align="center">Juliska: Jardins du Monde</p> <p>This picture alone makes me want to dine outside this evening and enjoy and nice Sauvignon Blanc!</p> <p><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" height="458" src="http://www.couleurnature.com/mm5/graphics/Zoom/jardineredtablecloth.jpg" width="447" /></p> <p align="center">Jardine Red/Yellow</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="left">Again, I thought this would be smashing for a Fall or Holiday tablescape.  <a href="http://www.couleurnature.com/graphics/Zoom/figtablecloth.jpg"></a> <p><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" height="480" src="http://www.couleurnature.com/mm5/graphics/Zoom/figtablecloth.jpg" width="465" /></p> <p></p> </p> <p align="center">Fig Red/Green</p> <p align="left">I’ve also ordered some hemstitched solids that coordinate perfectly with the above.  These are scheduled to arrive late August.  Of course to see more of the line check out the site at <a href="http://www.coleurnature.com">www.coleurnature.com</a>.   </p> Sandra Linghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11358166924544892339noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245148238859045553.post-81354570544294309942010-06-26T12:18:00.001-07:002010-06-26T12:18:01.953-07:00“Pretty”<p>I unapologetically love pretty.   Pretty music, pretty fabric, pretty flowers, pretty table settings, pretty furniture, pretty chandeliers, pretty art, pretty accessories, pretty anything!!!  I live prettily (yes, it’s a word I looked it up). I am not edgy, not earthy (although I care about the environment but earthy to me is a beautiful garden), not gauche, not excessive.  My design aesthetic is pretty.   It is also organized, tidy, comfortable, functional, timeless, classic, fresh and <font size="4"><em>pretty</em></font>.  In truth, I’m speaking of a  lifestyle of being kind to yourself, enjoying what you’ve worked hard for, creating and living in a home where you feel pampered regardless of budget.  </p> <p>I ramble on about this, because I feel it is so important to live a pretty life.  I say this because this is something that I strive for with my clients.  We all live hectic lives, none of us are more busy than the other, really, it’s just a different type of busy.  So when I say I strive to have my clients to live a pretty life, I envision their day starting with the perfect beverage be it cup of coffee, tea, or fruit smoothie in a cup or glass that’s just the ideal size and feel in their hand, that they take the time to sit down in a comfortable dining chair and enjoy breakfast from a dish that they find pleasing to their eye.  </p> <p>I also want my clients to have a soft comfortable, absorbent towel waiting for them after their shower.  Come home to a room that functions perfectly for them with comfortable upholstery, good lighting, a place to put their feet up and a spot for their “stuff”.  I desire for them, at the end of the day, to crawl into a bed that has soft sheeting and a coverlet with the perfect weight for the season.  Good lighting is key in the bedroom so that you can sneak in a few pages or chapters of your latest read.  </p> <p>I find that when my surroundings are organized, comfortable and pleasing to my eye, I’m able to think more clearly, am more at ease and less stressed.  To me that’s living a <em><font size="4">pretty</font></em> life! </p> Sandra Linghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11358166924544892339noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245148238859045553.post-41342211402221356222010-06-04T12:21:00.001-07:002010-06-04T12:21:40.851-07:00Outdoor Dining Essentials<p>While I’m on a roll with outdoor dining I thought I’d mention what else is arriving next week to <font size="3"><font size="4">I</font>NSTINCTIVE  <font size="4">I</font>NTERIORS</font>  <font face="LTZapfino One" size="6">at home.  </font></p> <p><font color="#000000" size="2">These candleholders are perfect for out door dining because of the glass hurricane that will prevents a breeze from blowing them out.</font></p> <p><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" alt=" - Candles & Candleholders - CASTILLIAN PILLAR CANDLEHOLDER" hspace="4" src="http://www.napahomeandgarden.com/image/Products/46200/photo?width=275" vspace="4" /></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">CASTILLIAN PILLAR CANDLEHOLDER</font></p> <p align="center">4 x 4 x 12.5”H</p> <p align="center">Set of 2 - $136.00</p> <p align="left">I love these mini tea lights for hanging low from the inside of your table umbrella, from a hook on a fence around your yard, or from a deck post, or a multitude of them swinging from a tree.    </p> <p><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" alt=" - Candles & Candleholders - MINI TEALIGHT LANTERNS SET OF 6" hspace="4" src="http://www.napahomeandgarden.com/image/Products/594/photo?width=275" vspace="4" /></p> <h3 align="center"><font color="#000000" size="3">MINI TEALIGHT LANTERNS SET OF 6</font></h3> <p align="center">5.5X2.75X5.75”H</p> <p align="center">Set of 6 -$90</p> <p align="left"><font size="3">Everyone needs a good ice bucket to keep their beverages cold. I’d buy it for those cool tongs alone.  </font></p> <p><a href="https://napahomeandgarden.com/catalog.jsp?catId=177"></a></p> <h5> </h5> <p></p> <p><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" height="274" alt=" - Rattan - THERMAL-LINED ICE BOX & TONGS" hspace="4" src="https://napahomeandgarden.com/image/Products/1852/photo?width=275" width="376" vspace="4" /></p> <h3 align="center"><font color="#000000" size="3">THERMAL-LINED ICE BOX & TONGS</font></h3> <p align="center">7.5X8</p> <p align="center">Set of box and tongs -$64 </p> <p align="left">This is one of those things that you forget that you should have until you need it.  That may sound silly, but when you’re joyously schlepping plates, glasses, food, you name from inside to out, you will say to yourself “I should really have a nice tray that would make this a lot easier”.  Well here it is, not too big so that you can’t handle it but not too small so that nothing fits on it either. </p> <p><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" height="371" alt=" - Rattan - DINNERWARE CADDY" hspace="4" src="https://napahomeandgarden.com/image/Products/1882/photo?width=275" width="529" vspace="4" /></p> <h3 align="center"><font color="#000000" size="3">DINNERWARE CADDY</font></h3> <p align="center">25X15X5</p> <p align="center">$136.00</p> <p align="left">Now for some really good recipes….actually I do have a favorite site for the most delicious recipes, fabulous photography, and interesting and funny writing its  <a href="http://www.smittenkitchen.com">www.smittenkitchen.com</a>.  I’ve made several of her features and never once have I been disappointed, everything turns out delicious!!</p> <p align="center"> </p> <div class="wlWriterEditableSmartContent" id="scid:0767317B-992E-4b12-91E0-4F059A8CECA8:9a2979e7-8ac2-4609-8c92-85f68e38b2cd" style="padding-right: 0px; display: inline; padding-left: 0px; float: none; padding-bottom: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-top: 0px">Technorati Tags: <a href="http://technorati.com/tags/Dinnerware+Caddy" rel="tag">Dinnerware Caddy</a>,<a href="http://technorati.com/tags/Mini+Tea+Lights" rel="tag">Mini Tea Lights</a>,<a href="http://technorati.com/tags/Outdoor+Dining" rel="tag">Outdoor Dining</a></div> Sandra Linghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11358166924544892339noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245148238859045553.post-75435675341471436692010-06-02T16:27:00.001-07:002010-06-02T16:27:40.207-07:00Napa Firelites<p>With Michigan experiencing the best Memorial Day weekend weather in history, (at least my history) it felt more like the 4th of July!!  We spent nearly the entire weekend outdoors, which is how I love to spend summer.  </p> <p>Although I enjoy nearly everything about Michigan summers; early sunrises, the cool mornings for my run, daylight til 9:30pm, crisp clear blue skies, the many beautiful lakes, this list of positives goes on…the one negative…mosquitoes, I despise them, which is why I was so excited to find these Napa Firelites an outdoor candle  that burn a citronella gel fuel.  And not just any gel fuel, let’s see, its a Green Choice, Made in the US (Yeah!!!) ecologically safe (replenishable fuel source), clean burning (no hazardous fumes); the only gel fuel made from recycled waste (not carbon) and superior flame and crackle.  Cause you gotta have CRACKLE!  </p> <p>This is what’s coming to <font size="3"><font size="4">I</font>NSTINCTIVE  <font size="4">I</font>NTERIORS</font>  <font face="LTZapfino One" size="6">at home:</font></p> <p><font size="3">Perfect for Tabletop -</font> </p> <p><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" alt=" - Napa FireLites - NAPA FIRELITES PARTY TIME" hspace="4" src="http://www.napahomeandgarden.com/image/Products/46157/photo?width=275" vspace="4" /></p> <p align="center">Napa Firelite Party Time </p> <p align="center">4.75 x 4.75 x 5 In red, yellow, green, red-gold and olive</p> <p align="center"><img alt=" - Napa FireLites - FIRELITES GALAXY" hspace="4" src="http://www.napahomeandgarden.com/image/Products/48375/photo?width=275" vspace="4" /></p> <p align="center">Firelites Galaxy</p> <p align="center">5 x 5 x 5</p> <p align="center"><img alt=" - Napa FireLites - NAPA FIRELITES MOONLITE MAGIC" hspace="4" src="http://www.napahomeandgarden.com/image/Products/46134/photo?width=275" vspace="4" /></p> <p align="center">Moonlight Magic Honey</p> <p align="center">10.75D x 7.5H</p> <p><font size="3">Ideal for bordering your deck or patio -</font> <img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" alt=" - Napa FireLites - TERRAZZO FIRELITE - 12" hspace="4" src="http://www.napahomeandgarden.com/image/Products/51311/photo?width=275" vspace="4" /></p> <p align="center">Terazzo Firelite 6.25 x 6.25 x 12 tall </p> <p><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" alt=" - Napa FireLites - TERRAZZO FIRELITE - ARIS POT" hspace="4" src="http://www.napahomeandgarden.com/image/Products/51314/photo?width=275" vspace="4" /></p> <p align="center">Aris Pot</p> <p align="center">9 x 9 x 9</p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" alt=" - Napa FireLites - TERRAZZO FIRELITE - CUBE" hspace="4" src="http://www.napahomeandgarden.com/image/Products/51315/photo?width=275" vspace="4" /></p> <p align="center">Terrazo Firelite Cube</p> <p align="center">small - 6 x6 x 6 </p> <p align="center">large - 7.75  x 7.75 x 8 </p> <p align="center"><img alt=" - Napa FireLites - TERRAZZO FIRELITE - SPHERE" hspace="4" src="http://www.napahomeandgarden.com/image/Products/51313/photo?width=275" vspace="4" /></p> <p align="center">Terazzo Firelite Sphere</p> <p align="center">8d x 7.25h</p> <p> </p> <p><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" alt=" - Napa FireLites - NAPAfire CITRONELLA" hspace="4" src="http://www.napahomeandgarden.com/image/Products/48809/photo?width=275" vspace="4" /></p> <p align="center">Citronella Fuel</p> <p align="left">I can’t think of a more stylish not to mention romantic way to enjoy the evening outdoors without those irritating little creatures. </p> <p align="left">All items are available by order through <a href="iiathome@comcast.net">Instinctive Interiors at Home</a>.  </p> <p align="left"> </p> <div class="wlWriterEditableSmartContent" id="scid:0767317B-992E-4b12-91E0-4F059A8CECA8:8975e452-aa7c-4aea-9b9d-ad45ff83cedd" style="padding-right: 0px; display: inline; padding-left: 0px; float: none; padding-bottom: 0px; margin: 0px; padding-top: 0px">Technorati Tags: <a href="http://technorati.com/tags/Citronella+Oil" rel="tag">Citronella Oil</a>,<a href="http://technorati.com/tags/Napa+Firelites" rel="tag">Napa Firelites</a></div> Sandra Linghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11358166924544892339noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245148238859045553.post-6297522652361736952010-05-31T13:43:00.001-07:002010-05-31T13:45:51.633-07:00ELLE DECOR – “What’s Hot” Garden Party<p>As seen in June 2010 issue of <a href="http://www.elledecor.com">ELLE DECOR</a> these melamine tumblers from <a href="http://www.bongenre.com/">Bongenre.</a>  </p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TAQfUSX2N8I/AAAAAAAAAnQ/W8wxJdlHjNY/s1600-h/image3.png"><img title="image" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: inline; border-left-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px" height="374" alt="image" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TAQfVVRaKgI/AAAAAAAAAnY/fh9_VEtT9fo/image_thumb1.png?imgmax=800" width="547" border="0" /></a> </p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TAQfVpM5-ZI/AAAAAAAAAnc/MsOKv_-_UNg/s1600-h/Bongenreflowertumblers7.jpg"><img title="Bongenre flower tumblers" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="219" alt="Bongenre flower tumblers" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TAQfV3tE32I/AAAAAAAAAng/xQho8WAGW-w/Bongenreflowertumblers_thumb8.jpg?imgmax=800" width="389" border="0" /></a> </p> <p align="center">Garden Party Tumblers</p> <p><a href="http://www.bongenre.com/">Bongenre</a> and their beautiful styling has been a staple in client projects from Nashville to Atlanta, Florida, and back to Michigan.   It’s a way cool summer time outdoor collections of dishes.  Ok maybe not just for summer,I’ve used mine at Thanksgiving.  Here is just a sampling of the mix and match styles available.</p> <p><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TAQfWcdbwuI/AAAAAAAAAnk/rg7toAYDqnQ/s1600-h/susanitatianaplate5.jpg"><img title="susani tatianaplate" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="385" alt="susani tatianaplate" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TAQfWp3ILLI/AAAAAAAAAno/Oig5EYVRmZM/susanitatianaplate_thumb3.jpg?imgmax=800" width="385" border="0" /></a> </p> <p align="center">Susani – Color: Tatiana</p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TAQfXF1PecI/AAAAAAAAAns/Wge3bMWgAnM/s1600-h/inchsableplate%5B3%5D.jpg"><img title="inchsableplate" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="415" alt="inchsableplate" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TAQfXbU6gQI/AAAAAAAAAnw/R9TaO20cCWA/inchsableplate_thumb%5B2%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="415" border="0" /></a> </p> <p align="center">Winchester Color: Sable</p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TAQfX_wUEEI/AAAAAAAAAn0/oFqfime9fLA/s1600-h/susani%20plate.jpg"><img title="susani plate" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="418" alt="susani plate" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TAQfYDcI1aI/AAAAAAAAAn4/Le78-zEvSvE/susani%20plate_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="418" border="0" /></a> </p> <p></p> <p></p> <p align="center">Susani – Color: Natalya </p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TAQfYiC3RRI/AAAAAAAAAn8/2h01DWzBQjI/s1600-h/winchester%20orange%20plate%5B5%5D.jpg"><img title="winchester orange plate" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="426" alt="winchester orange plate" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TAQfY_kJImI/AAAAAAAAAoA/bR7w3ZCmexE/winchester%20orange%20plate_thumb%5B5%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="426" border="0" /></a> </p> <p align="center">Winchester Color: Orange</p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TAQfZboOjaI/AAAAAAAAAoE/m3dKjF8oqgA/s1600-h/louisvert%20plate%5B2%5D.jpg"><img title="louisvert plate" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="429" alt="louisvert plate" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TAQfZwy5RYI/AAAAAAAAAoI/XUtJdsLn4OY/louisvert%20plate_thumb%5B2%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="429" border="0" /></a> </p> <p align="center">Louis Verte </p> <p><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TAQfaC5mHnI/AAAAAAAAAoM/NVShjK0_hqs/s1600-h/wildes%20blk%5B1%5D.jpg"><img title="wildes blk" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="444" alt="wildes blk" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TAQfapnvxUI/AAAAAAAAAoQ/ZT_wB99iiHY/wildes%20blk_thumb%5B1%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="444" border="0" /></a> </p> <p align="center">Wilde's Lacunae Black Splash</p> <p>  </p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TAQfbCJjU3I/AAAAAAAAAoU/DN_Ih2f1Erw/s1600-h/Maisey%20Daisey.jpg"><img title="Maisey Daisey" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="465" alt="Maisey Daisey" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TAQfbnZvMkI/AAAAAAAAAoY/2UX-86pblBs/Maisey%20Daisey_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="465" border="0" /></a> </p> <p> </p> <p align="center">Maisy’s  Daisies </p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TAQfcG_HaDI/AAAAAAAAAog/qqj1gUHFd9w/s1600-h/tangiersunriseplt%5B2%5D.jpg"><img title="tangiersunriseplt" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="471" alt="tangiersunriseplt" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TAQfcrVra6I/AAAAAAAAAok/1KXQTbeua1o/tangiersunriseplt_thumb%5B1%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="471" border="0" /></a> </p> <p align="center">Tangiersunrise (fuchsia)</p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TAQfdYFj7yI/AAAAAAAAAoo/SFhxduEan5E/s1600-h/maisy%20daisey%20reversed.jpg"><img title="maisy daisey reversed" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="482" alt="maisy daisey reversed" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TAQfd9dsQNI/AAAAAAAAAos/4EjEIyCAuUk/maisy%20daisey%20reversed_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="482" border="0" /></a>Maisey Daisey - Reversed </p> <p> </p> <p>You can see where the mix and match possibilities are endless!</p> <p>These are dishwasher safe, not microwavable, but let’s be honest, you shouldn’t be microwaving any type of plastic and eating from it anyway.  </p> <p>They set a beautiful table, they won’t shatter if they hit the pavers,  and with the season of outdoor dining in full swing these will be an enjoyable treat.</p> <p>Available through <font size="3"><font size="4">I</font>NSTINCTIVE  <font size="4">I</font>NTERIORS</font>  <font face="LTZapfino One" size="6">at home.</font></p> Sandra Linghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11358166924544892339noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245148238859045553.post-3006945326815172382010-05-28T10:42:00.001-07:002010-05-28T13:34:21.983-07:00Sandra’s Top 10: White Dishes<p>Something every home should have is a good set of white dishes.  They are the perfect basic for all table settings.  All white or mixed with more colorful plates you just can’t go wrong with white.  Here are ten of my favorite patterns.</p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S___j60h7tI/AAAAAAAAAlw/uyAFSEjgMcI/s1600-h/image47.png"><img title="image" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="155" alt="image" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S___kZbpFUI/AAAAAAAAAl0/eIMmhL5sU1c/image_thumb19.png?imgmax=800" width="202" border="0" /></a> </p> <p align="center">Berry and Thread – by <a href="http://www.juliska.com/">Juliska</a></p> <p align="left">The fun thing about Juliska’s Berry and Thread is that the pattern also comes in a cappuccino Brown, Ice Blue, Butter Yellow and Pistachio Green.  Which provides endless possibilities for a beautiful table, not to mention the entire line of Juliska patterns are designed to mixed and matched with each other, including their glassware (a later topic).   </p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S___koCIWCI/AAAAAAAAAl4/r5eCPKKzhNA/s1600-h/image48.png"><img title="image" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="155" alt="image" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S___k6yyu3I/AAAAAAAAAl8/bh2Zn3qUfD8/image_thumb20.png?imgmax=800" width="202" border="0" /></a> </p> <p align="center">Jardins du Monde – by Juliska</p> <p align="left">I’m sorry but the mug alone makes me want to start my day with coffee served in that.  </p> <p><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S___ldlGP7I/AAAAAAAAAmA/RjTt5YNNSy4/s1600-h/image42.png"><img title="image" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="155" alt="image" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S___luRVyHI/AAAAAAAAAmE/tAv5E2y1SVI/image_thumb16.png?imgmax=800" width="202" border="0" /></a> </p> <p align="center">Petite Singe – by Juliska </p> <p align="left">In all honestly, I’m not a huge monkey fan but I included these because  the monkey is subtle and the design is <em>very </em>pretty and is a great accent piece with the Berry and Thread and the Jardins du Monde. Not to mention the monkey is the symbol of ingenuity and spontaneity, which makes me like these even more.</p> <p align="left">A side note the Juliska line will be carried at <font size="3"><font size="4">I</font>NSTINCTIVE  <font size="4">I</font>NTERIORS</font>  <font face="LTZapfino One" size="6">at home <font face="Times New Roman" size="3">boutique beginning in June.  </font></font></p> <p align="left"> </p> <p><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S___l59esiI/AAAAAAAAAmI/VnXfzznBsdU/s1600-h/image46.png"><img title="image" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="204" alt="image" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S___mH7I0FI/AAAAAAAAAmM/hBM48v8dMI8/image_thumb18.png?imgmax=800" width="204" border="0" /></a> </p> <p align="center">Baroque – by <a href="http://www.target.com ">Target</a></p> <p align="left">Its beauty at a bargain that made me include these in the list – a 20 piece place setting $70.  Note that they’re not available in stores, only online.  Which is something that you should know, much of the really fantastic stuff at Target you won’t find in the store it’s only online. </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S___m8MuTdI/AAAAAAAAAmQ/jUG09refwK4/s1600-h/image25.png"><img title="image" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="244" alt="image" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TAAAXxbdMNI/AAAAAAAAAmU/kyiiAVxHJjM/image_thumb9.png?imgmax=800" width="194" border="0" /></a> </p> <p align="center">Incanto – by <a href="http://www.vietri.com">Vietri</a></p> <p align="left">I love all the accessory pieces available in <a href="http://www.vietri.com">Vietri</a>  line  just look at this little scalloped condiment bowl.  I can see it with scoop of beautiful  bright green pesto. </p> <p align="left"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TAAAYNrnOsI/AAAAAAAAAmY/UD0vTFwn8s4/s1600-h/image59.png"><img title="image" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="64" alt="image" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TAAAYvOgwJI/AAAAAAAAAmc/_u4nPN8rnHw/image_thumb31.png?imgmax=800" width="85" border="0" /></a> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TAAAY7yzlmI/AAAAAAAAAmg/X8dSrvn6xZc/s1600-h/image29.png"><img title="image" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="244" alt="image" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TAAAZtbqxTI/AAAAAAAAAmk/U6qFCLOHdFI/image_thumb11.png?imgmax=800" width="194" border="0" /></a>Bellezza White – by Vietri</p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TAAAaMYHIoI/AAAAAAAAAmo/9-XPzSyVzA4/s1600-h/image3.png"><img title="image" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="244" alt="image" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TAAAa58J8mI/AAAAAAAAAms/l_v9rpzoZ7U/image_thumb1.png?imgmax=800" width="244" border="0" /></a> Nantucket Basket Fine bone China by <a href="http://www.wedgewood.com">Wedgewood</a></p> <p align="center">This basket weave pattern is a classic favorite of mine. </p> <p><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TAAAb99BwpI/AAAAAAAAAmw/LdZPTx49F3o/s1600-h/image12.png"><img title="image" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: inline; border-left-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px" height="220" alt="image" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TAAAc4SHRxI/AAAAAAAAAm0/lz6uSZ31aGA/image_thumb4.png?imgmax=800" width="244" border="0" /></a> <a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TAAAeKhZhaI/AAAAAAAAAm4/K6R7Ji7oe6k/s1600-h/image15.png"><img title="image" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: inline; border-left-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px" height="220" alt="image" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TAAAeixnBJI/AAAAAAAAAm8/p8Jh4cizNtQ/image_thumb5.png?imgmax=800" width="244" border="0" /></a> </p> <p align="center">Emma Earthenware– by <a href="http://www.Potterybarn.com">Pottery Barn</a></p> <p align="center">Anything with a bead catches my eye, I love the simplicity of this pattern. </p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TAAAfl1pRPI/AAAAAAAAAnA/jM5eAqL1mDI/s1600-h/image49.png"><img title="image" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="220" alt="image" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TAAAinSuMVI/AAAAAAAAAnE/9Dm_2j1PVbM/image_thumb21.png?imgmax=800" width="244" border="0" /></a> </p> <p align="center">Great White Square Dinnerware – by Pottery Barn</p> <p align="left">Pottery Barn has come up with some very nice patterns, theses just being a few of their offerings also at a very nice price point.  </p> <p align="left"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TAAAkPoODkI/AAAAAAAAAnI/nrEHNa2OHNY/s1600-h/image21.png"><img title="image" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="196" alt="image" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/TAAAkf_kMyI/AAAAAAAAAnM/Lw3r6r95wSM/image_thumb7.png?imgmax=800" width="244" border="0" /></a> </p> <p align="center">Le Vigne Dinnerware - <a href="http://www.williamsonoma.com">Williams Sonoma</a></p> <p align="center">Country French at its best!</p> Sandra Linghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11358166924544892339noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245148238859045553.post-343253058385133882010-05-27T10:48:00.001-07:002010-05-27T15:26:57.513-07:00New Upholstery in Production…<p>Here’s a snapshot of what’s in the works for the first round of upholstery pieces being created exclusively for the <font size="3"><font size="4">I</font>NSTINCTIVE  <font size="4">I</font>NTERIORS</font>  <font face="LTZapfino One" size="6">at home </font>boutique.  </p> <p> <a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S_6wR_qbIXI/AAAAAAAAAk0/TCJ17kEDZ3A/s1600-h/Scan_Pic00125.jpg"><img title="Scan_Pic0012" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="286" alt="Scan_Pic0012" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S_6wSeCw6uI/AAAAAAAAAk4/RMuTzn54ZUg/Scan_Pic0012_thumb9.jpg?imgmax=800" width="249" border="0" /></a> </p> <p align="center">The Grace Chair</p> <p>I’m having it covered in this fabulous <a href="http://www.designersguild.com/">Designer’s Guild</a> fabric called Ombrione in the color Ocean.  It’s a beautiful washed velvet classic damask with a soft linen look ground.  As Designer’s Guild describes it “timeless and elegant in the extreme”, no truer words were ever spoken!!   The welt will be in a turquoise linen.  </p> <p> </p> <p><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" height="282" alt="Printable image of the ombrione ocean swatch" src="http://www.designersguild.com/_assets/images/fabric-ombrione-ocean-print.jpg" width="345" /></p> <p align="center">Designer’s Guild –Pattern:  Ombrione/ Color: Ocean</p> <p align="left">One of the many benefits of having my own upholstery line is that I can use the fabrics that I’ve selected for the line, or at any point use a “to the trade only” fabric to completely customize the look at the boutique.  So expect to see designer fabrics and trims, such as <a href="http://barrydixon.com">Barry Dixon’s</a> new line for <a href="http://www.vervain.com/">Vervain</a> (see below) recently featured in Traditional Home or <a href="http://www.kravet.com/htmlPages/fabric_collections_htm/bbarry.htm">Barbara Barry’s</a> and <a href="http://www.kravet.com/htmlPages/fabric_collections_htm/colson.htm">Candice Olson’s</a> line of fabrics and trims for <a href="http://kravet.com">Kravet</a> on the boutique floor.  </p> <p>The first piece to arrive will be a loveseat in this classic English Saddle Arm style with a Flax colored  linen fabric and beautiful trim detail.  I’ve chose a loveseat for the floor because of the limited space but the pieces are available by the inch.  So if a client needs a 101” or a 74”sofa, the factory can accommodate the request.   Also available are optional leg choices.  All will be standard with spring down seat cushion, other cushions are available as well. </p> <p>  </p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S_6wSlPTTUI/AAAAAAAAAk8/Uq3bHJUXASY/s1600-h/Scan_Pic00198.jpg"><img title="Scan_Pic0019" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="241" alt="Scan_Pic0019" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S_6wS42Z-2I/AAAAAAAAAlA/i7mjxAfEFWE/Scan_Pic0019_thumb12.jpg?imgmax=800" width="478" border="0" /></a></p> <p align="center">                    English Saddle Arm Sofa with Turned  Leg,</p> <p align="center">   <a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S_6wTNbcLZI/AAAAAAAAAlE/yB89zrPU-Xc/s1600-h/Scan_Pic0022%5B7%5D.jpg"><img title="Scan_Pic0022" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: inline; border-left-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; border-right-width: 0px" height="158" alt="Scan_Pic0022" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S_6wTYd-9gI/AAAAAAAAAlI/J6QSQtKeiVI/Scan_Pic0022_thumb%5B11%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="130" align="right" border="0" /></a> <a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S_6wTzcb7bI/AAAAAAAAAlM/aBGSy5IlDV4/s1600-h/Scan_Pic0021%5B9%5D.jpg"><img title="Scan_Pic0021" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: inline; border-left-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; border-right-width: 0px" height="151" alt="Scan_Pic0021" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S_6wUEHN0HI/AAAAAAAAAlQ/T28P5U2WyO8/Scan_Pic0021_thumb%5B13%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="131" align="left" border="0" /></a></p> <img title="Scan_Pic0020" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="161" alt="Scan_Pic0020" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S_6wUQd58nI/AAAAAAAAAlU/RDSxXFxbLZY/Scan_Pic0020_thumb%5B10%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="103" border="0" /> <blockquote> <p>      Tapered Leg                                                                                Brass or Nickel Cup & Caster</p> </blockquote> <blockquote> <p align="left">                                                      Tapered Leg with Spade Foot                                             </p> </blockquote> <p> </p> <p>Here is the fabric and trims and how they’ll be applied:</p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S_6wU5803TI/AAAAAAAAAlY/HZbwTRVeTnE/s1600-h/Scan_Pic00174.jpg"><img title="Scan_Pic0017" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="244" alt="Scan_Pic0017" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S_6wVQdukUI/AAAAAAAAAlc/Sn_9FOt0K5M/Scan_Pic0017_thumb5.jpg?imgmax=800" width="213" border="0" /></a> Classic Linen (actually a viscose and linen blend) in the color Flax – </p> <p align="center">beautiful and durable yet soft to the touch.</p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S_6wVphkRxI/AAAAAAAAAlg/WKx3TNJCdKA/s1600-h/Scan_Pic00168.jpg"><img title="Scan_Pic0016" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: inline; border-left-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px" height="149" alt="Scan_Pic0016" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S_6wV-b55CI/AAAAAAAAAlk/Nx6wO9QEOs4/Scan_Pic0016_thumb12.jpg?imgmax=800" width="249" border="0" /></a> </p> <p align="center">A  1-1/2” braid in the color Linen will be applied at the base  just above the legs</p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S_6wWJZbH9I/AAAAAAAAAlo/TP-T6wFTKEE/s1600-h/Scan_Pic00153.jpg"><img title="Scan_Pic0015" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: inline; border-left-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px" height="95" alt="Scan_Pic0015" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S_6wXFKRmkI/AAAAAAAAAls/KwbGy3C5Eto/Scan_Pic0015_thumb7.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" border="0" /></a> </p> <p align="center">a mini cord in the color Linen will replace all the welt.  </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p>The love seat will be dressed with pillows in this new fabric from <a href="Barrydixon.com">Barry Dixon’s</a> line for <a href="http://www.vervain.com/">Vervain.</a> </p> <p> <a href="http://www.vervain.com/enlarge_product.php?status=enlarge&product_id=5007503"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" height="250" src="http://www.vervain.com/product_images/thumbnails/5007503.jpg" width="250" border="1" /></a></p> <p align="center">Barry Dixon for Vervain – Pattern: Ishtar/ Color: Turquoise</p> <p align="left">The image is not a correct depiction of the color it’s a beautiful turquoise that complements the chair fabric perfectly.</p> <p align="left">I expect this shipment to arrive the end of June early July.  Stop in a see and sit in the new line. </p> <p align="left">Also coming soon will be window treatments!!! </p> Sandra Linghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11358166924544892339noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245148238859045553.post-56183253480872589362010-05-17T17:23:00.001-07:002010-05-17T17:23:39.530-07:00The List – # 3 Paddywax Candles<p align="left">You just can’t beat the fragrance of Gardenia by Paddywax, hands down the most beautiful home fragrance, not too sweet, not too floral, just a beautiful romantic  fragrance.  <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/images/B001534YLC/ref=dp_image_0?ie=UTF8&n=3760901&s=hpc"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" height="302" alt="Paddywax Luxe 20-Ounce Poured Glass Candle, Gardenia" src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41ugAZg1KTL._SL500_AA300_.jpg" width="308" border="0" /></a>Definitely don’t confuse this with the wretched fragrance of my youth, Jungle Gardenia.  This is by far is Paddywax’s biggest seller and has a cult following, one whiff and you’ll understand why!  </p> <p align="left"><font size="4">Runner’s up….</font><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/images/B001534YIK/ref=dp_image_0?ie=UTF8&n=3760901&s=hpc"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" height="313" alt="Paddywax Luxe 20-Ounce Poured Glass Candle, Paperwhite" src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41XRLHrPfML._SL500_AA300_.jpg" width="313" border="0" /></a></p> <p>Ok…Paperwhite known more for it’s holiday presentation, but this fragrance is a beautiful trio of jasmine, fresh paperwhite and lily of the valley ( a childhood favorite, my mom always brings me a bouquet of Lilly of the Valley on Mother’s Day).  </p> <p><a href="http://ep.yimg.com/ca/I/trappcandle_2105_803596.jpg"><img title="Daffodil-Paddywax Candles - Luxe Collection " style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" height="201" alt="Daffodil-Paddywax Candles - Luxe Collection " hspace="0" src="http://ep.yimg.com/ca/I/trappcandle_2105_1005274" width="300" border="0" /></a></p> <p>Daffodil, the name alone means SPRING.  Treat yourself to beautiful home fragrance, it ranks right up there with a new lipstick!!</p> Sandra Linghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11358166924544892339noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245148238859045553.post-7437957836619035512010-05-05T17:06:00.001-07:002010-05-05T17:10:42.369-07:00Upholstery by INSTINCTIVE INTERIORS at home<p>Back from the tour of the plant that will be making the custom upholstery for my boutique.  First and foremost, I was impressed by the cleanliness, organization of the factory PLUS the pure hard work with such attention to detail by the employees.</p> <p>Check out the pictures from my visit.</p> <p><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S-IHzRNnobI/AAAAAAAAAio/qFZKclIC4Q0/s1600-h/IMG_0074%5B5%5D.jpg"><img title="IMG_0074" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="297" alt="IMG_0074" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S-IHz0_iNII/AAAAAAAAAis/kdwcwLSDZNw/IMG_0074_thumb%5B3%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="387" border="0" /></a>The cutting tables, where the fabric is laid out and the perfect pattern matching begins.</p> <p><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S-IH0NT0jvI/AAAAAAAAAiw/sWTpP7LIsDY/s1600-h/IMG_0056%5B5%5D.jpg"><img title="IMG_0056" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="304" alt="IMG_0056" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S-IH0Rg5_eI/AAAAAAAAAi0/NKIt97NxoA4/IMG_0056_thumb%5B3%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="398" border="0" /></a> </p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S-IH07CUhYI/AAAAAAAAAi4/4PreJAz6il0/s1600-h/IMG_0019%5B5%5D.jpg"><img title="IMG_0019" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="313" alt="IMG_0019" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S-IH1aOP8oI/AAAAAAAAAjA/SluaAyjoV0w/IMG_0019_thumb%5B3%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="409" border="0" /></a></p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S-IH18b478I/AAAAAAAAAjE/bHLPqo4Wwa8/s1600-h/IMG_0017%5B6%5D.jpg"><img title="IMG_0017" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="324" alt="IMG_0017" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S-IH2eEekLI/AAAAAAAAAjI/qLZgfwLFw_I/IMG_0017_thumb%5B4%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="419" border="0" /></a> </p> <p>Eight way, hand tied…don’t let anyone fool you this is, by far, the best seating available. </p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S-IH2iTVoKI/AAAAAAAAAjM/mU9vZQoaYeY/s1600-h/IMG_0012%5B5%5D.jpg"><img title="IMG_0012" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="342" alt="IMG_0012" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S-IH2zZBzbI/AAAAAAAAAjQ/U5qF9hh-DzQ/IMG_0012_thumb%5B3%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="447" border="0" /></a> </p> <p> <a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S-IH3O1m2CI/AAAAAAAAAjU/1J6AIzBXamY/s1600-h/IMG_0015%5B5%5D.jpg"><img title="IMG_0015" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="349" alt="IMG_0015" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S-IH3QjbxTI/AAAAAAAAAjY/XKFkfquQlqI/IMG_0015_thumb%5B3%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="455" border="0" /></a> <a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S-IH3yqYMqI/AAAAAAAAAjc/NIILOPmjyoA/s1600-h/IMG_0021%5B6%5D.jpg"><img title="IMG_0021" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="359" alt="IMG_0021" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S-IH4L7-ucI/AAAAAAAAAjg/lQKu5hrQ6R4/IMG_0021_thumb%5B4%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="466" border="0" /></a> The European Beech Wood frames are imported from Spain and Italy.  The factory maintains good stock, which is why I can have a custom sofa in my client’s home in about 5 weeks.   Notice how clean the floors are, how many factories have  you seen this immaculate? </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S-IH4e_oWrI/AAAAAAAAAjk/DBio04TpSDU/s1600-h/IMG_0026%5B4%5D.jpg"><img title="IMG_0026" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="325" alt="IMG_0026" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S-IH49nBpuI/AAAAAAAAAjo/S70y2UdLAqM/IMG_0026_thumb%5B2%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="428" border="0" /></a></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S-IH5GEIUpI/AAAAAAAAAjs/Eq0EzvAQRYQ/s1600-h/IMG_0030%5B4%5D.jpg"><img title="IMG_0030" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: inline; border-left-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px" height="339" alt="IMG_0030" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S-IH5rSLqUI/AAAAAAAAAjw/s2q8QJrxMQ8/IMG_0030_thumb%5B2%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="443" border="0" /></a> </p> <p align="center">Frames have been prepared, cushions are cut and fitted, and the sewing is in progress. </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S-IH54N5gII/AAAAAAAAAj0/mdVHzNUsdQ8/s1600-h/IMG_0027%5B4%5D.jpg"><img title="IMG_0027" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: inline; border-left-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px" height="329" alt="IMG_0027" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S-IH6ZnOkrI/AAAAAAAAAj4/EHYS-vbXyUU/IMG_0027_thumb%5B2%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="431" border="0" /></a></p> <p align="center">The seamstresses hard at work.</p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S-IH6nxcUOI/AAAAAAAAAj8/G1EFeMMPeMQ/s1600-h/IMG_0031%5B3%5D.jpg"><img title="IMG_0031" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: inline; border-left-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px" height="335" alt="IMG_0031" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S-IH7DjzFtI/AAAAAAAAAkA/7lMA5Ybfq6I/IMG_0031_thumb%5B1%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="441" border="0" /></a> </p> <p align="center">Inside upholstery.</p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S-IH7bsxZnI/AAAAAAAAAkE/1QsGB_GRri8/s1600-h/IMG_0034%5B4%5D.jpg"><img title="IMG_0034" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: inline; border-left-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px" height="345" alt="IMG_0034" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S-IH7rvX5gI/AAAAAAAAAkI/anE-AXfahDA/IMG_0034_thumb%5B2%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="452" border="0" /></a> </p> <p align="center">Outside upholstery</p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S-IH8OHiOSI/AAAAAAAAAkM/0q-p2FlHn5E/s1600-h/IMG_0039%5B4%5D.jpg"><img title="IMG_0039" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: inline; border-left-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px" height="345" alt="IMG_0039" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S-IH8Q1EaDI/AAAAAAAAAkQ/AfBcKk73Fw0/IMG_0039_thumb%5B2%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="452" border="0" /></a> </p> <p align="center"> There’s that 8 way, hand tied seat again.</p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S-IH8uVUEDI/AAAAAAAAAkU/qG3jhLsySik/s1600-h/IMG_0042%5B6%5D.jpg"><img title="IMG_0042" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="351" alt="IMG_0042" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S-IH82nEJxI/AAAAAAAAAkY/18TkQg5yRmM/IMG_0042_thumb%5B4%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="454" border="0" /></a>  Skirt and trim application</p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S-IH9I377yI/AAAAAAAAAkc/TgXE0xKHeWY/s1600-h/IMG_0035%5B14%5D.jpg"><img title="IMG_0035" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: inline; border-left-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px" height="355" alt="IMG_0035" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S-IH9SIHYLI/AAAAAAAAAkg/-LRFhZtLnrY/IMG_0035_thumb%5B8%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="464" border="0" /></a> </p> <p align="center">The upholstery department humming along.</p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S-IH9ne9y2I/AAAAAAAAAkk/j82DZQPT9s8/s1600-h/IMG_0053%5B5%5D.jpg"><img title="IMG_0053" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: inline; border-left-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px" height="330" alt="IMG_0053" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S-IH94iBadI/AAAAAAAAAko/SRSbPJ15Z6o/IMG_0053_thumb%5B3%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="431" border="0" /></a> </p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p>Loved this detail, with a tight back sofa such as this, the back cushions are two separate cushions, not one cushion with a welt down the center as you’d see in many other manufacturer’s furniture.  </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S-IH-dTqyII/AAAAAAAAAks/Z8-nyrSKbhc/s1600-h/IMG_0055%5B8%5D.jpg"><img title="IMG_0055" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="312" alt="IMG_0055" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S-IH-qnnJdI/AAAAAAAAAkw/ypfbvS9M1fg/IMG_0055_thumb%5B6%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="410" border="0" /></a> Packed and ready to ship!</p> <p align="left">You’ll be able to see and sit in samples at the <font size="3">I</font>NSTINCTIVE <font size="3">I</font>NTERIORS at home boutique in about 5 weeks.  I’m so excited to be able to offer my clients such beautiful pieces of furniture. </p> Sandra Linghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11358166924544892339noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245148238859045553.post-83345744114391367872010-05-01T16:06:00.000-07:002010-05-05T16:12:13.574-07:00‘INSTINCTIVE INTERIORS at home’ opens…<p>After much preparation the boutique was opened just in time for Ladies Night Out in downtown Milford. I was thrilled by the attendance and all the positive comments made by the guests that evening. Here are a few pictures from our opening.</p>
<br /><p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S-H5-xoLZlI/AAAAAAAAAiA/gv68Lxo_4ns/s1600-h/IMG_0010%5B4%5D.jpg"><img title="IMG_0010" style="BORDER-RIGHT: 0px; BORDER-TOP: 0px; DISPLAY: block; FLOAT: none; MARGIN-LEFT: auto; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; MARGIN-RIGHT: auto; BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px" height="287" alt="IMG_0010" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S-H5_AIJuJI/AAAAAAAAAiE/vbTQ4kWGmHU/IMG_0010_thumb%5B2%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="377" border="0" /></a> </p>
<br /><p><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S-H5_Spk0TI/AAAAAAAAAiI/Seb7h2hyY3s/s1600-h/IMG_0008%5B5%5D.jpg"><img title="IMG_0008" style="BORDER-RIGHT: 0px; BORDER-TOP: 0px; DISPLAY: block; FLOAT: none; MARGIN-LEFT: auto; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; MARGIN-RIGHT: auto; BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px" height="295" alt="IMG_0008" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S-H5_7Dy34I/AAAAAAAAAiM/qBQSrujwynE/IMG_0008_thumb%5B3%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="385" border="0" /></a> </p>
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<br /><p align="left"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S-H6ADwknMI/AAAAAAAAAiQ/M53AvHktvDc/s1600-h/IMG_0004%5B4%5D.jpg"><img title="IMG_0004" style="BORDER-RIGHT: 0px; BORDER-TOP: 0px; DISPLAY: block; FLOAT: none; MARGIN-LEFT: auto; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; MARGIN-RIGHT: auto; BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px" height="246" alt="IMG_0004" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S-H6AT1nyZI/AAAAAAAAAiU/UCycBpTztCg/IMG_0004_thumb%5B2%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="323" border="0" /></a> The “girls” here with my 3 closest friends. From left to right Laura, Cathy, me, and Cindy. </p>
<br /><p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S-H6AogEpAI/AAAAAAAAAiY/c3Po_YPNbYs/s1600-h/IMG_0003%5B6%5D.jpg"><img title="IMG_0003" style="BORDER-RIGHT: 0px; BORDER-TOP: 0px; DISPLAY: block; FLOAT: none; MARGIN-LEFT: auto; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; MARGIN-RIGHT: auto; BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px" height="259" alt="IMG_0003" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S-H6A14P7RI/AAAAAAAAAic/JvgCQgVU3zM/IMG_0003_thumb%5B4%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="336" border="0" /></a> Kevin (aka “my angel”) and I </p>
<br /><p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S-H6BP5XWAI/AAAAAAAAAig/C6dqRtmQ9PM/s1600-h/IMG_0005%5B3%5D.jpg"><img title="IMG_0005" style="BORDER-RIGHT: 0px; BORDER-TOP: 0px; DISPLAY: inline; BORDER-LEFT: 0px; BORDER-BOTTOM: 0px" height="266" alt="IMG_0005" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S-H6BfQELDI/AAAAAAAAAik/842xJRBRCCs/IMG_0005_thumb%5B1%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="349" border="0" /></a> </p>
<br /><p align="center">Mom and me, isn’t she cute! She cracks me up every day!</p>
<br /><p align="left">It’s been a busy week, but I’m off to North Carolina to tour the plant that will be making my custom upholstery. </p>Sandra Linghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11358166924544892339noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245148238859045553.post-21204628492787417142010-04-24T05:24:00.001-07:002010-04-24T05:24:38.446-07:00THE LIST – #2 All things Diamond…<p>Perhaps its a love for all things Chanel but I’m drawn to anything with a diamond shape, whether it is on a wallpaper, a fabric, woven in carpet, or the shape of a tile.  If its a quilted diamond pattern is even better.  My love for this shape spills into a lattice shape too, so you’ll see a bit of that too. </p> <p>Ok, I had to start with the best!!</p> <p><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S9Li5SNJnvI/AAAAAAAAAgI/F4cMyY_GDQ4/s1600-h/ChanelClassicFlap3.jpg"><img title="Chanel-Classic-Flap" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="160" alt="Chanel-Classic-Flap" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S9Li5-J1GfI/AAAAAAAAAgM/lgbC3rbuUjg/ChanelClassicFlap_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" border="0" /></a></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://www.chanel.com">Chanel</a> Classic Flap </p> <p align="left"><font size="4">Tile:</font> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S9Li6NjuSdI/AAAAAAAAAgQ/NAJfmr6-nfQ/s1600-h/AnnSacksDiamondwithOvalinCelery6.jpg"><img title="Ann Sacks Diamond with Oval in Celery" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: inline; border-left-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px" height="244" alt="Ann Sacks Diamond with Oval in Celery" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S9Li6Zt01pI/AAAAAAAAAgU/bZC7IP1VXFs/AnnSacksDiamondwithOvalinCelery_thum.jpg?imgmax=800" width="218" border="0" /></a> </p> <p align="center">Barbara Barry for <a href="http://www.annsacks.com">Ann Sacks</a> – Diamond with Oval in Celery</p> <p align="left">I admire this so much that it’s in my upstairs guest bath!</p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S9Li6lHWF7I/AAAAAAAAAgY/FQ8aO59a8Xs/s1600-h/AnnSacksBeadedTileinTwilight6.jpg"><img title="Ann Sacks - Beaded Tile in Twilight" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="244" alt="Ann Sacks - Beaded Tile in Twilight" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S9Li62gZ6JI/AAAAAAAAAgc/dDnZKcXWoWU/AnnSacksBeadedTileinTwilight_thumb2.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" border="0" /></a> Barbara Barry for <a href="http://www.annsacks.com">Ann Sacks</a> – Beaded Tile in Twilight</p> <p align="left"><font size="4">Wallpaper:</font> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S9Li7Clq8LI/AAAAAAAAAgg/5KdWMLMGP0s/s1600-h/cannonandbullockribbonpaper2.jpg"><img title="cannon and bullock ribbon paper" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: inline; border-left-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px" height="244" alt="cannon and bullock ribbon paper" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S9Li7RieGQI/AAAAAAAAAgk/3Z80-c5JoN4/cannonandbullockribbonpaper_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="196" border="0" /></a> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://www.cannonandbullock.com">Cannon and Bullock</a> – Couture Collection</p> <p align="left">This is one of the most elegant papers that I have ever seen!  It’s hard to see from the picture but the paper is in squares and the ribbon is sewn on.  The paper comes in an endless color scheme and they do custom colored ribbons as well.  </p> <p align="left"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S9Li7j1arQI/AAAAAAAAAgo/db_6BwYIlCA/s1600-h/Thibaut%20Tidewater%20Sand%5B2%5D.jpg"><img title="Thibaut Tidewater Sand" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="244" alt="Thibaut Tidewater Sand" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S9Li79uw0HI/AAAAAAAAAgs/ZmBGoquKlA0/Thibaut%20Tidewater%20Sand_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" border="0" /></a> <a href="http://www.thibautdesigns.com">Thibaut</a> Wallpaper – Color Sand</p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S9Li8L7kEiI/AAAAAAAAAgw/UDAzemLIMWg/s1600-h/ThibautFusionTrellisWaterlilyBrown5.jpg"><img title="Thibaut Fusion Trellis Waterlily Brown" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: inline; border-left-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px" height="244" alt="Thibaut Fusion Trellis Waterlily Brown" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S9Li8vaF7oI/AAAAAAAAAg0/LoVaQ5hJo6k/ThibautFusionTrellisWaterlilyBrown_t.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" border="0" /></a> </p> <p align="center">Thibaut Wallpaper – Fusion Trellis – Brown</p> <p align="left"><font size="4">Fabrics:</font> </p> <p align="left"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S9Li86YgDmI/AAAAAAAAAg4/VQZqh-13sI8/s1600-h/Kravet25098_33.jpg"><img title="Kravet 25098_3" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="184" alt="Kravet 25098_3" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S9Li9NWnXBI/AAAAAAAAAg8/GYMBgbgHdpc/Kravet25098_3_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" border="0" /></a>Kravet -  25098-3</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S9Li9X77koI/AAAAAAAAAhA/anh6EJFexkU/s1600-h/Kravet30261813.jpg"><img title="Kravet 30261-81" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: inline; border-left-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px" height="187" alt="Kravet 30261-81" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S9Li9tC1svI/AAAAAAAAAhE/R-DZZdLOkTg/Kravet3026181_thumb6.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" border="0" /></a> </p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p align="center">Kravet – 30261-81</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S9Li94sgfUI/AAAAAAAAAhI/8BWN1_us0g0/s1600-h/Kravet8771_236.jpg"><img title="Kravet 8771_23" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: inline; border-left-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px" height="244" alt="Kravet 8771_23" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S9Li-EhbfBI/AAAAAAAAAhM/RjRSDZSINCo/Kravet8771_23_thumb7.jpg?imgmax=800" width="239" border="0" /></a> </p> <p align="center">Kravet- 8771-23</p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S9Li-eaS0rI/AAAAAAAAAhQ/r5F5qL8pcGI/s1600-h/Schumacher%2056000%20-%20Sand%5B3%5D.jpg"><img title="Schumacher 56000 - Sand" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="254" alt="Schumacher 56000 - Sand" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S9Li-nlSkjI/AAAAAAAAAhU/8dMwaVKG5GM/Schumacher%2056000%20-%20Sand_thumb%5B1%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="180" border="0" /></a>Schumacher Fabric - Sand </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S9Li_LeoeHI/AAAAAAAAAhY/M93WSDsgPAU/s1600-h/Schumacher%2062601%20Stafford%20Diamond%20Pewter%5B3%5D.jpg"><img title="Schumacher 62601 Stafford Diamond Pewter" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="281" alt="Schumacher 62601 Stafford Diamond Pewter" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S9Li_dyX61I/AAAAAAAAAhc/oO3ofjcKZjk/Schumacher%2062601%20Stafford%20Diamond%20Pewter_thumb%5B1%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="199" border="0" /></a> Schumacher Fabric – Stafford Diamond in Pewter</p> <p align="left"><font size="4">Carpets:</font> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S9Li_oRjRkI/AAAAAAAAAhg/bdoq5B3Z39Q/s1600-h/AMARILLO_BLUE%5B3%5D.jpg"><img title="AMARILLO_BLUE" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: inline; border-left: 0px; border-bottom: 0px" height="195" alt="AMARILLO_BLUE" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S9Li_y8rG_I/AAAAAAAAAhk/Wmlcfq94ze8/AMARILLO_BLUE_thumb%5B1%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="256" border="0" /></a> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://www.starkcarpet.com">Stark</a> – Pattern Amarillo Color Blue</p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S9LjAErLEyI/AAAAAAAAAho/mCTq71m6IpE/s1600-h/Stanton%20Carpet%20Island%20Cove%5B3%5D.jpg"><img title="islandcove_logo_sized.indd" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: inline; border-left: 0px; border-bottom: 0px" height="346" alt="islandcove_logo_sized.indd" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S9LjAfyI5iI/AAAAAAAAAhs/anGNQUceN5w/Stanton%20Carpet%20Island%20Cove_thumb%5B1%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="346" border="0" /></a> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://www.stantoncarpet.com">Stanton Carpet</a>  – Island Cove</p> <p align="left"><font size="4">and More…</font></p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S9LjAn26iRI/AAAAAAAAAhw/wf_Mn6zXhPY/s1600-h/ARTERIORS%20SCREEN%206199m%20STEPHAN%20ANTIQUE%20MIRROR%5B4%5D.jpg"><img title="ARTERIORS SCREEN 6199m STEPHAN ANTIQUE MIRROR" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="391" alt="ARTERIORS SCREEN 6199m STEPHAN ANTIQUE MIRROR" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S9LjAyIOUxI/AAAAAAAAAh0/HOkKEiPXjjw/ARTERIORS%20SCREEN%206199m%20STEPHAN%20ANTIQUE%20MIRROR_thumb%5B7%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="276" border="0" /></a><a href="http://www.arteriorshome.com/">Arteriors</a> – Antique Mirrored Screen </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S9LjBOnGDXI/AAAAAAAAAh4/CotKsgDEgvg/s1600-h/Bishop%20Lamp%5B2%5D.jpg"><img title="Bishop Lamp" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="244" alt="Bishop Lamp" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S9LjBcahkdI/AAAAAAAAAh8/xpAygCaH_pc/Bishop%20Lamp_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" border="0" /></a> </p> <blockquote> <p align="center"><a href="http://www.arteriorshome.com/">Arteriors</a> – Bishop Lamp</p></blockquote> Sandra Linghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11358166924544892339noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245148238859045553.post-90148913038224526042010-04-12T17:56:00.001-07:002010-05-05T16:19:41.865-07:00THE LIST ~ 20 Must Have Designer Details: #1 Bed Linens<blockquote> <p>THE LIST my 20 <span style="font-size: 100%; font-family: book antiqua"><em><strong>must have design details,</strong> </em></span>elements that I'm drawn to and include in my projects, stop by periodically and see what’s on THE LIST. </p> <p>Perhaps it’s because I just returned from a week long vacation and while we had wonderful accommodations, I looked forward to sleeping in my own bed, is why I begin my 20 must have list, with the BED. </p> <p>I love a beautifully made bed, I’m especially drawn to all white beds with just a dash of color, but I’m also crazy for a mixture of pattern and color. For me it depends on my mood and the season. I’m partial to a mix of textures, cotton sheets with a slight sheen, a quilted matelasse coverlet, linen shams, a few boudoir pillows, and a neatly folded down comforter at the foot of the bed. My ritual is to wash the sheets on Sundays in <a href="http://instinctiveinteriors.blogspot.com/2010/01/linen-washthe-best-product-for-linens.html">Linen Wash</a> so that I begin the week with a fresh start.</p> </blockquote> <p>Here are some of my <span style="font-size: 100%; font-family: book antiqua"><em><strong>must have</strong></em></span> bedding elements. </p> <p align="left">Sheets:</p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S8PBD09kZoI/AAAAAAAAAeA/qSKGkRNoAhU/s1600-h/sheeting_isabella_350_299_general3.jpg"><img title="sheeting_isabella_350_299_general" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="338" alt="sheeting_isabella_350_299_general" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S8PBEVIA6nI/AAAAAAAAAeE/ESuOnS57Pr0/sheeting_isabella_350_299_general_th.jpg?imgmax=800" width="273" border="0" /></a> Isabella Sheets - <span style="font-size: 78%">Legacy Linens</span></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S8PBEstW3EI/AAAAAAAAAeI/noKyZIrEDjE/s1600-h/sheeting_sumnerwribbon_350_2152_gene%5B1%5D.jpg"><img title="sheeting_sumner-w-ribbon_350_2152_general" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: inline; border-left-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px" height="359" alt="sheeting_sumner-w-ribbon_350_2152_general" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S8PBExRocSI/AAAAAAAAAeM/opDR2oTars8/sheeting_sumnerwribbon_350_2152_gene%5B2%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="292" border="0" /></a> </p> <p align="center">Sumner with Ribbon Detail- <span style="font-size: 78%"><a href="http://www.legacylinens.com/">Legacy Linens</a></span></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S8PBFLednOI/AAAAAAAAAeQ/s0zgndKb1-8/s1600-h/sheeting_greekkey_350_552_general3.jpg"><img title="sheeting_greek-key_350_552_general" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: inline; border-left-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px" height="336" alt="sheeting_greek-key_350_552_general" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S8PBFoSGRiI/AAAAAAAAAeU/_JzFLoSPCa0/sheeting_greekkey_350_552_general_th.jpg?imgmax=800" width="272" border="0" /></a> </p> <p align="center">Greek Key - <span style="font-size: 78%">Legacy Linens</span></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S8PBFwk3NWI/AAAAAAAAAeY/8Wh1L68pQ1g/s1600-h/sheeting_veneziascroll_350_1773_gene.jpg"><img title="sheeting_venezia-scroll_350_1773_general" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: inline; border-left-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px" height="345" alt="sheeting_venezia-scroll_350_1773_general" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S8PBGVs1_GI/AAAAAAAAAec/ccMJRW-Kjjo/sheeting_veneziascroll_350_1773_gene%5B2%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="279" border="0" /></a> </p> <p align="center">Venezia Scroll - <span style="font-size: 78%">Legacy Linens</span></p> <p align="left">Matelasse Coverlets:</p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S8PBG_Rh19I/AAAAAAAAAeg/QvRJPZQ7CkE/s1600-h/firenze350_1758_general1.jpg"><img title="firenze350_1758_general" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="317" alt="firenze350_1758_general" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S8PBHM2NsjI/AAAAAAAAAek/7NuZpa695rc/firenze350_1758_general_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="256" border="0" /></a> Firenze Matelasse - <span style="font-size: 78%">Legacy Linens</span> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S8PBHUf66OI/AAAAAAAAAeo/66bRBbAcjdA/s1600-h/fab_palmbeach_white_350_1698_general.jpg"><img title="fab_palm-beach_white_350_1698_general" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: inline; border-left-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px" height="315" alt="fab_palm-beach_white_350_1698_general" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S8PBHlEkPYI/AAAAAAAAAes/PqMSvOsWkMQ/fab_palmbeach_white_350_1698_general%5B1%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="255" border="0" /></a> </p> <p align="center">Palm Beach - <span style="font-size: 78%">Legacy Linens</span></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S8PBH9Qq8iI/AAAAAAAAAew/ZvJhRVe6eQk/s1600-h/fab_whitney_white_350_45_general3.jpg"><img title="fab_whitney_white_350_45_general" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: inline; border-left-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px" height="338" alt="fab_whitney_white_350_45_general" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S8PBIaBSzlI/AAAAAAAAAe0/8yDUc8knLSU/fab_whitney_white_350_45_general_thu.jpg?imgmax=800" width="273" border="0" /></a> </p> <p align="center">Whitney - <span style="font-size: 78%">Legacy Linens</span></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S8PBIk7VFGI/AAAAAAAAAe4/puW8DdtKAzc/s1600-h/fab_soho_white_350_1042_general3.jpg"><img title="fab_soho_white_350_1042_general" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: inline; border-left-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px" height="333" alt="fab_soho_white_350_1042_general" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S8PBI0dnD-I/AAAAAAAAAe8/9VQMKZotIHA/fab_soho_white_350_1042_general_thum.jpg?imgmax=800" width="269" border="0" /></a> </p> <p align="center">Soho - <span style="font-size: 78%">Legacy Linens</span></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="left">Now taking these basic elements and add a splash of color…</p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S8PBJDb8J9I/AAAAAAAAAfA/xNTEV36LEjs/s1600-h/monacofront_bed_350_1457_detail6.jpg"><img title="monaco-front_bed_350_1457_detail" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="398" alt="monaco-front_bed_350_1457_detail" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S8PBJUAym2I/AAAAAAAAAfE/rhdbPQMzQuc/monacofront_bed_350_1457_detail_thum.jpg?imgmax=800" width="325" border="0" /></a></p> <p align="center">Monaco - <span style="font-size: 78%">Legacy Linens</span></p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S8PBJ7shCkI/AAAAAAAAAfI/NKb83I1CtO4/s1600-h/chicsteel_bed_350_591Legacy4.jpg"><img title="chic-steel_bed_350_591 Legacy" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: inline; border-left-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px" height="384" alt="chic-steel_bed_350_591 Legacy" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S8PBKLb3bMI/AAAAAAAAAfM/LVebfbKhm0o/chicsteel_bed_350_591Legacy_thumb2.jpg?imgmax=800" width="313" border="0" /></a> </p> <p align="center">Chic Steel <span style="font-size: 78%">Legacy Linens</span></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size: 78%"></span></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S8PBKlWhUII/AAAAAAAAAfQ/Q8TvNr_8BeI/s1600-h/AnkasaBonneTerre3.jpg"><img title="Ankasa Bonne Terre" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: inline; border-left-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px" height="334" alt="Ankasa Bonne Terre" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S8PBKycNNkI/AAAAAAAAAfU/dCj3PMh1W_o/AnkasaBonneTerre_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="334" border="0" /></a> </p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p align="center"></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p align="center">Bonne Terre – <span style="font-size: 78%"><a href="http://www.ankasa.com/home">Ankasa</a></span></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S8PBLFmViLI/AAAAAAAAAfY/2BR3yFfjl0s/s1600-h/AnkasaChelsea3.jpg"><img title="Ankasa Chelsea" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: inline; border-left-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px" height="335" alt="Ankasa Chelsea" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S8PBLUNjX6I/AAAAAAAAAfc/2Amgl5l8hFc/AnkasaChelsea_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="335" border="0" /></a> </p> <p align="center">Chelsea – <span style="font-size: 78%">Ankasa </span></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S8PBLzP4xWI/AAAAAAAAAfg/Q2MkJnz3zhI/s1600-h/AnkasaParkCity3.jpg"><img title="Ankasa Park City" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: inline; border-left-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px" height="336" alt="Ankasa Park City" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S8PBMLmriVI/AAAAAAAAAfk/YJPftrAmxrQ/AnkasaParkCity_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="336" border="0" /></a> </p> <p align="center">Park City – <span style="font-size: 78%">Ankasa</span></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S8PBMXT4YmI/AAAAAAAAAfo/46wern8QapA/s1600-h/ankasauppereastside6.jpg"><img title="ankasa upper east side" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: inline; border-left-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px" height="344" alt="ankasa upper east side" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S8PBMrIglbI/AAAAAAAAAfs/OO2A27vFG1k/ankasauppereastside_thumb2.jpg?imgmax=800" width="344" border="0" /></a> </p> <p></p> <p align="center">Upper East Side – <span style="font-size: 78%">Ankasa</span></p> <p align="center"><span style="font-size: 78%"></span></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S8PBM7h5WrI/AAAAAAAAAfw/2gaH6VgKnuc/s1600-h/AnkasaChocolateMarrakech3.jpg"><img title="Ankasa Chocolate Marrakech" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: inline; border-left-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px" height="340" alt="Ankasa Chocolate Marrakech" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S8PBNAg0FxI/AAAAAAAAAf0/Hm1B7LFLzhk/AnkasaChocolateMarrakech_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="340" border="0" /></a> </p> <p align="center">Chocolate Marrakesh – <span style="font-size: 78%">Ankasa</span></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S8PBNSXRxNI/AAAAAAAAAf4/Iks5FUGYAQo/s1600-h/Farm_Rose_Cottage_MBR3.jpg"><img title="Farm_Rose_Cottage_MBR" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: inline; border-left-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px" height="256" alt="Farm_Rose_Cottage_MBR" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S8PBNzwU63I/AAAAAAAAAf8/mYmKBFK2SHQ/Farm_Rose_Cottage_MBR_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="376" border="0" /></a> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://www.leontinelinens.com/">Leontine Linens</a><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S8PBOIBpiXI/AAAAAAAAAgA/uwtEw5dlKQM/s1600-h/2009VirginieBlaise4Hi5.jpg"><img title="2009VirginieBlaise4Hi" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="264" alt="2009VirginieBlaise4Hi" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S8PBOe6lmoI/AAAAAAAAAgE/d_HpX9tCqpg/2009VirginieBlaise4Hi_thumb3.jpg?imgmax=800" width="384" border="0" /></a>Leontine Linens </p> <p align="center"></p> <p align="left">Look for these linen lines at the soon to be opened <span style="font-size: 100%"><span style="font-family: garamond"><span style="font-size: 130%">I</span>NSTINCTIVE <span style="font-size: 130%">I</span>NTERIORS</span></span><span style="font-size: 180%; font-family: ltzapfino four"> at home </span>or on line at www. e-designonline.com </p> Sandra Linghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11358166924544892339noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245148238859045553.post-67603593651455143692010-04-01T13:08:00.001-07:002010-04-01T13:08:38.394-07:00Artist Tiffani Taylor<p>I’m so excited to introduce to you a fabulous young talented artist Tiffani Taylor.  When I first saw her work I was struck by the beautiful vibrant colors, the mixture of media, and the happy energy yet peacefulness that emanated from her art.  </p> <p>Tiffani is a graduate and loyal supporter of Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) located in Savannah,  Georgia. Originally from Utah, as teenager she saw a poster advertising the college and knew that was going to be her path, a path made possible by her extreme talent and a presidential scholarship to SCAD.    Her work exhibited at Shop SCAD, a gallery in downtown Savannah where students and alumni showcase their work, quickly captured attention of passersby and catapulted her to national exposure.  </p> <p>Her signature poppies were included in an exclusive cashmere sweater designed for the New York retailer Henri Bendel, her work is included in the collections of Oprah Winfrey, Diane Von Furstenberg, and Vogue editor at large Andre Leon Talley.  Additionally her paintings are featured in galleries internationally including the Dali Museum.    </p> <p>I am so thrilled to feature her work in my boutique I<font face="Garamond" size="3">NSTINCTIVE INTERIORS <font face="LTZapfino One" size="6">at home.</font></font></p> <p><span lang="EN" style="font-size: 10pt; color: #6d674c; font-family: verdana; 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display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="260" alt="89404[1]" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S66a8seForI/AAAAAAAAAb0/wEbNbHFirMw/894041_thumb5.jpg?imgmax=800" width="260" border="0" /></a>Polished Nickel and Glass Chandelier</p> <p align="center">35”<font face="Garamond">H</font> x 28” <font face="Garamond">D</font></p> <p>Even those who claim, they don’t want a “crystal chandelier” they see this one and immediately admire the sleek sophisticated lines, the crystal (although it’s really glass) and the fact that it’s not too fussy.   Not that there’s anything wrong with fussy, but there is if you don’t like fussy.</p> <p> <a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S66a8x5BDuI/AAAAAAAAAb4/9d6_wa9hWmQ/s1600-h/5228mRustedSilverXConsoleTable3.jpg"><img title="5228m Rusted Silver X Console Table" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="260" alt="5228m Rusted Silver X Console Table" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S66a9PnfdDI/AAAAAAAAAb8/rxGf-a4TSug/5228mRustedSilverXConsoleTable_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="260" border="0" /></a> </p> <p align="center">Rusted Silver X Leg Table</p> <p align="center">33<font face="Garamond" size="3">H</font> 38<font face="Garamond" size="3">W</font> 20<font face="Garamond" size="3">D</font></p> <p><font face="Garamond" size="3"><font face="Georgia" size="2">This is a favorite table, equally beautiful next to a sofa, as a nightstand or at the end of a hallway.</font> </font></p> <p><font face="Garamond" size="3"></font></p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S66a9QwKiYI/AAAAAAAAAcA/r-cPHoVrEFU/s1600-h/3080SherwoodIronGlassTable5.jpg"><img title="3080 Sherwood Iron - Glass Table" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="260" alt="3080 Sherwood Iron - Glass Table" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S66a9lWZLbI/AAAAAAAAAcE/0hKNOvhZW10/3080SherwoodIronGlassTable_thumb3.jpg?imgmax=800" width="260" border="0" /></a></p> <p align="center">Sherwood Iron and Glass Side Table</p> <p align="center">20<font face="Garamond" size="3">H</font>  14.5<font face="Garamond" size="3">D</font> </p> <p>The perfect chair side table for a drink, plate, or book.  Small enough to fit in the corner of a powder room to hold a box of tissue, hand lotion and a candle.   </p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S66a9zRUiqI/AAAAAAAAAcI/oX8LRMSgpys/s1600-h/36329EntryTable4.jpg"><img title="363-29 Entry Table" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="248" alt="363-29 Entry Table" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S66a-DV5mMI/AAAAAAAAAcM/r5a4FBLyhxQ/36329EntryTable_thumb2.jpg?imgmax=800" width="322" border="0" /></a> </p> <p align="center">Entry Table</p> <p align="center">30<font face="Garamond" size="3">H</font>  48<font face="Garamond" size="3">D</font></p> <p>Simply the most beautiful entry table you will ever see.  It’s a <font face="Garamond" size="4">CLASSIC</font>.  Of course, it’s breathtaking in an entry, but is equally gorgeous placed in the center of a long room piled high with favorite books, sculpture, and flowers. Cool looking in a bar to hold hor d’oeuvres and drinks. Magnificent!! </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S66a-QVXzYI/AAAAAAAAAcQ/SBBZuGQrIG8/s1600-h/4057GiltTwistRectangularTable4.jpg"><img title="4057 Gilt Twist Rectangular Table" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="233" alt="4057 Gilt Twist Rectangular Table" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S66a-1OLfgI/AAAAAAAAAcU/5-lRFVFFIV4/4057GiltTwistRectangularTable_thumb2.jpg?imgmax=800" width="352" border="0" /></a> </p> <p align="center">Gilt Twist Rectangular Table</p> <p align="center">44W  21<font face="Garamond" size="3">D 18H</font></p> <p align="left">A Simple and elegant cocktail table, perfectly scaled.</p> <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S66a_MMdZFI/AAAAAAAAAcY/ZXbkdJHRAhU/s1600-h/MarleneFloorLamp3.jpg"><img title="Marlene Floor Lamp" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="260" alt="Marlene Floor Lamp" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S66a_eneh9I/AAAAAAAAAcc/niT9ECuJKf8/MarleneFloorLamp_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="97" border="0" /></a> </p> <p align="center">Marlene Floor Lamp</p> <p align="center">61.75H 19D</p> <p align="left">I’m a little partial to this lamp because my mother planned to name me Marlene’, and of course, as a child you always want a different name than the one you’re given.   And then it’s heightened if the child (ME) meets her teenage cousin’s girlfriend who’s really cool, very beautiful, and <em>sooo</em> kind, and guess what her name is…Marlene’!  Then you really want that name!!!   Aside from all of that, it is a beautiful lamp and I’m so excited to offer it at the boutique :-)!!</p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S66a_t4oUkI/AAAAAAAAAcg/sV_--SVjUM4/s1600-h/4097CirceBench1.jpg"><img title="4097 Circe Bench" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="220" alt="4097 Circe Bench" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S66a_6DT3NI/AAAAAAAAAck/G-9o_ssQtIs/4097CirceBench_thumb1.jpg?imgmax=800" width="260" border="0" /></a> </p> <p align="center">Circe Bench</p> <p align="center">23” square 21H</p> <p align="left">With it’s classic Greek key detail this would be lovely in pairs in front of a fireplace; tucked in the corner of a powder room for women to place their purses on; next to a tub with a fluffy stack of towels, in a dressing area or closet. Also ideal for a small foyer or in pairs for a large foyer.</p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S66bAPZeItI/AAAAAAAAAco/Dr4Tm8aBEm4/s1600-h/9032TapestryLantern9.jpg"><img title="9032 Tapestry Lantern" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: inline; border-left-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px" height="260" alt="9032 Tapestry Lantern" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S66bAnRIJzI/AAAAAAAAAcs/VQZdrUXx8Gg/9032TapestryLantern_thumb7.jpg?imgmax=800" width="197" border="0" /></a> </p> <p align="center">Tapestry Lantern</p> <p align="center">14” square 29H</p> <p align="center">For those who like a little fussiness.  I’m a sucker for anything with a vermicelli pattern. </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S66bA49LakI/AAAAAAAAAcw/M65NL0pCA94/s1600-h/SideChair34w36d37h1.png"><img title="Side Chair 34w 36d 37h" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: inline; border-left-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px" height="260" alt="Side Chair 34w 36d 37h" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S66bBD9TNTI/AAAAAAAAAc0/wy5wViPizZc/SideChair34w36d37h_thumb1.png?imgmax=800" width="241" border="0" /></a> </p> <p align="center">Lounge Chair</p> <p align="center">34W 36D 37H</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p> <a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S66bBeMbOJI/AAAAAAAAAc4/O_0PywNYqyE/s1600-h/Sofa86w39d37h3.png"><img title="Sofa 86w 39d 37h" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="206" alt="Sofa 86w 39d 37h" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S66bBm4lTeI/AAAAAAAAAc8/i9rF8iSyFnc/Sofa86w39d37h_thumb3.png?imgmax=800" width="315" border="0" /></a></p> <p align="center">Sofa</p> <p align="center">86W 39D 37H</p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S66bB-N5HsI/AAAAAAAAAdQ/YUly7_ekSSw/s1600-h/2644m%20Everett%20Wood%20and%20Iron%20Table%5B4%5D.jpg"><img title="2644m Everett Wood and Iron Table" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: inline; border-left-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px" height="246" alt="2644m Everett Wood and Iron Table" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S66bCUQH9BI/AAAAAAAAAdU/h42x2hqa2b8/2644m%20Everett%20Wood%20and%20Iron%20Table_thumb%5B4%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="246" border="0" /></a> </p> <p align="center">Everett Wood and Iron Table</p> <p align="center">23D 26H</p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S66bCtlLC3I/AAAAAAAAAdI/-KMOoWYJLbg/s1600-h/Bamboo%20Floor%20Lamp%2052.5%20H%20%2017W%5B1%5D.jpg"><img title="Bamboo Floor Lamp 52.5 H 17W" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: inline; border-left-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px" height="260" alt="Bamboo Floor Lamp 52.5 H 17W" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S66bC4KWHnI/AAAAAAAAAdM/DpjClrDz6Kc/Bamboo%20Floor%20Lamp%2052.5%20H%20%2017W_thumb%5B1%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="97" border="0" /></a> </p> <p align="center">Bamboo Floor Lamp</p> <p align="center">52.5H 17D</p> <p align="left">I hope you enjoyed the sneak peak!  It feels great to be back in the blogging community, because not only did I not have time to write, I didn’t have time to read any either, its like coming home again!!  </p> <p align="center"></p> <p><font face="Garamond" size="3"></font></p> Sandra Linghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11358166924544892339noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245148238859045553.post-57430633950874104682010-02-08T17:55:00.001-08:002010-02-08T18:00:40.965-08:00Client Project: Foyer and Powder Room<p>This is a small project for a client who I’ve been working with for about a year.  They have asked me to spruce up their foyer and the guest powder room which is just off the foyer.</p> <p>In the powder room sink area I’ve selected this beautiful hand embroidered velvet to upholster the walls.  Note that this room is not a main powder room that is used every day.  </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S3DAb1-kaZI/AAAAAAAAAas/ihW-AC1RlXw/s1600-h/2006162_53%5B3%5D.jpg"><img title="2006162_53" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="244" alt="2006162_53" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S3DAcTDPaRI/AAAAAAAAAaw/lQQWpCZVsKI/2006162_53_thumb%5B1%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" border="0" /></a> Lee Jofa Bartholomew Velvet Color Sea 2006162</p> <p>In the water closet will be the gorgeously textured burlap wall covering by <a href="http://www.fschumacher.com">Schumacher</a>. </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S3DAckekCmI/AAAAAAAAAa0/FTsJuDjM9Q4/s1600-h/Schumacher%205000865%5B4%5D.jpg"><img title="Schumacher 5000865" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="143" alt="Schumacher 5000865" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S3DAdMCLd2I/AAAAAAAAAa4/YvxCgB4b-pQ/Schumacher%205000865_thumb%5B8%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" border="0" /></a> 5000865</p> <p align="left">There is enough room in the water closet for a small piece of furniture; I love the luxury of space in a powder room where I can add a chest or a chair.  I chose this Serpentine Chest in Antique Burl with a 12” depth, it fits perfectly.  I’m now searching for an intriguing piece of art to hang above plus I’ll add a small lamp and accessories to the top.  </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S3DAdQlxeaI/AAAAAAAAAa8/j38Bl71jQWk/s1600-h/Serpentine%20Chest%20Antique%20Burl%20Finish%5B3%5D.jpg"><img title="Serpentine Chest Antique Burl Finish" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="244" alt="Serpentine Chest Antique Burl Finish" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S3DAdr-IIlI/AAAAAAAAAbA/wBfA1_DN_Yc/Serpentine%20Chest%20Antique%20Burl%20Finish_thumb%5B1%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="206" border="0" /></a> Serpentine Chest in Antique Burl </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="left">In the foyer I’ve selected the Frederica Bench from the Suzanne Kasler collection at <a href="http://www.hickorychair.com/">Hickory Chair</a>.  </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S3DAeP67nyI/AAAAAAAAAbE/FmjlVn5P0ak/s1600-h/Frederica%20Bench%201515_30%5B3%5D.jpg"><img title="Frederica Bench 1515_30" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="204" alt="Frederica Bench 1515_30" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S3DAeappCJI/AAAAAAAAAbI/FC7V4q6iofU/Frederica%20Bench%201515_30_thumb%5B1%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" border="0" /></a>Frederica Bench – Hickory Chair  </p> <p align="left">It will be covered in  Bosphorus Red fabric by <a href="http://www.leejofa.com">Lee Jofa</a> seen below with <a href="http://www.samuelandsons.com">Samuel and Sons</a> (which by the way is my very favorite trim company) Cambridge Strie Braid in Black, featuring antique brass nail head trim spaced 1” apart.  Note that the white floral stripe will be positioned up the middle of the seat and back cushion of the bench with the more leafy red and tan pattern flanking either side of the floral stripe.  The outside back will be simply upholstered in the appropriately named fabric Simply Canvas in Cinnabar (below) with the Cambridge Strie Braid and spaced nail head trim around the perimeter of the back panel. </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S3DAeoMOuEI/AAAAAAAAAbM/dLu5gsH_wS4/s1600-h/2006206_419%5B3%5D.jpg"><img title="2006206_419" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="244" alt="2006206_419" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S3DAfMc46aI/AAAAAAAAAbQ/q4JJlgqfJU0/2006206_419_thumb%5B1%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" border="0" /></a></p> <p align="center">Lee Jofa Bosphorus – Red</p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S3DAfbgiacI/AAAAAAAAAbU/KaZt7g8IsR8/s1600-h/Scan_Pic0012%5B9%5D.jpg"><img title="Scan_Pic0012" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: inline; border-left: 0px; border-bottom: 0px" height="179" alt="Scan_Pic0012" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S3DAfgdQj0I/AAAAAAAAAbY/W_hOtaGvBsU/Scan_Pic0012_thumb%5B18%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="244" border="0" /></a> </p> <p align="center">Samuel and Sons Cambridge Strie Braid</p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S3DAf3hHfeI/AAAAAAAAAbc/Ch6gGBt0UY0/s1600-h/Simply%20Canvas%20in%20Cinnabar%5B6%5D.jpg"><img title="Simply Canvas in Cinnabar" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: inline; border-left: 0px; border-bottom: 0px" height="239" alt="Simply Canvas in Cinnabar" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S3DAgA-9umI/AAAAAAAAAbg/3RzPvo0PBsw/Simply%20Canvas%20in%20Cinnabar_thumb%5B16%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="282" border="0" /></a></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://www.fabricut.com/">Fabricut</a> Simply Canvas – Cinnabar </p> <p align="left">I’m also adding this small Berrod Chest in Antique Black to the foyer.</p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S3DAgdoIERI/AAAAAAAAAbk/905dcWWKQX8/s1600-h/511_629_Berrod%20Chest%5B2%5D.jpg"><img title="511_629_Berrod Chest" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: inline; border-left: 0px; border-bottom: 0px" height="244" alt="511_629_Berrod Chest" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S3DAhDtC4qI/AAAAAAAAAbo/q9ZbyK8_jg0/511_629_Berrod%20Chest_thumb.jpg?imgmax=800" width="221" border="0" /></a> </p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="left">I’m still in search of the perfect mirror to hang over this chest, and the requisite  lamp light that sets the mood for the entry, see my post <a href="http://instinctiveinteriors.blogspot.com/2009/12/foyersand-what-they-say-about-you.html"><font size="3">here</font></a> on foyers.   I will also be including a pair of laurel leaf mirrored back sconces that will flank the double entry doors.  Unfortunately, I do not have a picture as they’ve been discontinued (and the client has them at their home).   </p> <p align="left">I will post photos of the finished project at completion, which will be in about 2 months, stay tuned……</p> Sandra Linghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11358166924544892339noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245148238859045553.post-14483582735773801372010-01-28T17:32:00.001-08:002010-01-28T17:44:38.702-08:00Sandra’s Top 10: Favorite Dining Chairs<p> Here are my 10 favorite dining chairs, frankly it was hard to whittle the selection to ten.</p> <p><font size="4">1</font>.  I love this Chippendale side chair by Hickory Chair for it’s flirty skirt and the ability to have fun with monograms and contrast welt.  Note the tiny covered buttons at the base of the seat back just above the skirt, great detail!!<img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" height="450" src="http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/hickorychair/1820_02_SK_PAIR?op_sharpen=1&wid=600&hei=600" width="450" /></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">1820-02 Chippendale Side Chair by <a href="http://www.hickorychair.com">Hickory Chair</a></font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font></p> <p align="left"><font size="4"></font></p> <p align="left"><font size="4">2.</font>  This chair speaks to my love for Louis XVI, plus the au courant washed oak finish with the simple linen seat cover.   </p> <p align="center"><img height="326" src="http://www.aidangrayhome.com/assets/images/products/bch42_01_l.jpg" width="400" /></p> <blockquote> <p align="center"><font size="3">Orleans Rattan Back Side Chair – <a href="http://www.aidangrayhome.com">Aidan Gray Home</a></font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font></p> <p align="center"><font size="3"></font></p> </blockquote> <p align="left"><font size="4"></font></p> <p align="left"><font size="4">3.  </font>The Marlboro Chair by Hickory Chair is designed for <font size="4"><em>diiiiiining, </em></font><font size="2">seriously, you can’t top this chair for comfort, and you design aficionados may recognize it as the chair that <a href="http://www.suzannekasler.com">Suzanne Kasler</a> used at <a href="http://www.blackberryfarm.com">Blackberry Farm</a> in its restaurant <em>The Barn </em>(see images of the restaurant below).   I’ve used them as both dining room chairs and breakfast nook chairs.  P.S. They also are available with a tufted back, lovely!!  </font></p> <p align="center"><a href="http://s7d5.scene7.com/s7ondemand/zoom/flasht_zoom.jsp?company=hickorychair&sku=6172_11&config=Scene7SharedAssets/Zoom5&zoomwidth=780&zoomheight=545"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" height="350" src="http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/hickorychair/6172_11?op_sharpen=1&wid=420&hei=350" width="420" border="0" /></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">6172-11 Marlboro Side Chair by </font><a href="http://www.hickorychair.com"><font size="3">Hickory Chair</font></a> </p> <p align="center"><img height="362" src="http://tobifairley.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/bandt_20080609_037.jpg" width="297" /></p> <p align="center"><font size="1"><em>Blackberry Farm - images </em></font><a href="http://tobifairley.com/blog/2009/suzanne-kasler-and-blackberry-farm/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+TobiFairley+%28Tobi+Fairley+Interior+Design%29"><font size="1"><em>Tobi Fairly</em></font></a><font size="1"><em> </em></font><a href="http://tobifairley.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/bandt_20080609_181.jpg"><img title="bandt_20080609_181" style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" height="251" alt="" src="http://tobifairley.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/bandt_20080609_181.jpg" width="304" /></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="1"><em>Blackberry Farm - images </em></font><a href="http://tobifairley.com/blog/2009/suzanne-kasler-and-blackberry-farm/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+TobiFairley+%28Tobi+Fairley+Interior+Design%29"><font size="1"><em>Tobi Fairly</em></font></a><font size="1"><em> </em></font></p> <p><font size="4"></font></p> <p><font size="4">4.  </font>This is a fantastic chair because it delivers a lot of style in a small package 21” wide x 23.5” deep.  Not all dining rooms are blessed with large proportions (actually I prefer small intimate dining rooms anyway) and this chair has classic English lines with a feminine touch.  It also can be customized in some of the coolest finishes!!</p> <p><a href="http://s7d5.scene7.com/s7ondemand/zoom/flasht_zoom.jsp?company=hickorychair&sku=7751_02&config=Scene7SharedAssets/Zoom5&zoomwidth=780&zoomheight=545"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" height="340" src="http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/hickorychair/7751_02?op_sharpen=1&wid=420&hei=350" width="406" border="0" /></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">7751-02 Manor House Side Chair: by </font><a href="http://www.hickorychair.com"><font size="3">Hickory Chair</font></a></p> <p align="left"><font size="4"></font></p> <p align="left"><font size="4">5.  </font>I actually own this chair in a celadon and gold finish with a Pindler and Pindler washed damask fabric.  They too are an all night sink into lingering dining chair.  Which to me are the best!! </p> <p><a href="http://www.centuryfurniture.com/prod-images/51E_522_BO.jpg"><img title="Click on image to view the full-size picture." style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" height="350" src="http://www.centuryfurniture.com/prod-images/51E_522_BO_medium.jpg" /></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">519-522 Coteau Arm Chair: by </font><a href="http://www.centuryfurniture.com"><font size="3">Century</font></a></p> <p> </p> <p><font size="4">6.  </font>I love the lines on this dining chair, simple, classic and graceful, without being fussy.  And as you can see from the other selections, I like a little fussiness now and then.  </p> <p><a href="http://precedent-furniture.com/catalog_image.php?id=1195&size=Fullsize"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" src="http://precedent-furniture.com/catalog_image_display.php?id=1195&size=halfsize&brand=PREC" /></a></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">2598-D1 </font><a href="http://www.precedent-furniture.com/"><font size="3">Precedent</font></a></p> <p align="left"><font size="4"></font></p> <p align="left"><font size="4"></font></p> <p align="left"><font size="4">7.  </font>Simply charming, my dear!!  Need I say more?</p> <p><img style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" height="386" src="http://www.olystudio.com/Images/product_shots/seatings/sarah-side-chair.jpg" width="256" border="0" /></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Sarah Side Chair: by </font><a href="http://www.olystudio.com"><font size="3">Oly</font></a></p> <p align="left"><font size="1"><font size="4"></font></font></p> <p align="left"><font size="1"><font size="4"></font></font></p> <p align="left"><font size="1"><font size="4">8.  </font><font size="2">Ok, this one has <font size="3"><em>charm</em></font> and <font size="3"><em>glamour</em></font> packed into one little chair.  Perhaps its the antique silver finish and the smart gray linen fabric.  But this chair has a life beyond the table.  Fabulous vanity stool, darling in a woman’s closet, next to the tub, seating in a foyer, the list goes on!!!</font></font> </p> <p><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" height="417" src="http://www.olystudio.com/Images/product_shots/seatings/sophie-sidechair.jpg" width="262" /></p> <p></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Sophie Side Chair by </font><a href="http://www.olystudio.com"><font size="3">Oly</font></a></p> <p align="left"><font size="4"></font></p> <p align="left"><font size="4"></font></p> <p align="left"><font size="4">9.</font>   I was so very excited to finally be able to use this chair in one of my designs.  It’s a slipcover but its that chicer side of shabby chic. Actually, it’s not shabby chic at all, it’s just plain <em><font size="3">chic</font></em>.   I see this in my home in the very near future.  P.S. it comes as a bar and counter stool, such a sophisticated slip covered chair!!!</p> <p><a href="http://zentique.com/Portals/0/French Arm Chairs/XL2001 Unfinish Oak A003.jpg"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" height="320" alt="XL2001 Arm Chair E255 A003" src="http://zentique.com/Portals/0/French Arm Chairs/XL2001 Unfinish Oak A003.jpg" width="319" /></a></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Avignon Slipcover Arm Chair</font> </p> <p align="left"><font size="4"></font></p> <p align="left"><font size="4"></font></p> <p align="left"><font size="4">10.  </font><font size="2">Barbara Barry’s Oval X back Dining Chair.   Probably the most modern day copied dining chair of our time.  All a person has to say is, it look like the Barbara Barry dining chair and I know exactly which one they mean.  Say no more…</font></p> <p align="left"><img style="display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto" height="338" src="http://s7d4.scene7.com/is/image/KIG/ccc07979?qlt=85,1&op_sharpen=1&rgn=0,0,2000,2593&scl=5.517021276595744" width="262" border="0" /></p> <p align="center"><font size="3">Barbara Barry Oval X back dining Chair – </font><a href="http://www.bakerfurniture.com"><font size="3">Baker Furniture</font></a></p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="left"><font size="4">What’s your favorite???</font></p> Sandra Linghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11358166924544892339noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6245148238859045553.post-49295836211521866342010-01-24T18:40:00.001-08:002010-01-24T18:49:08.135-08:00Projects at Home Update<p>Recall that I was freshening up the look of my sofa by adding new pillows.  This is the latest, and since I’m faxing the P.O. s for the fabrics tomorrow, I’m confident in my selections.  </p> <p>Here’s the before picture of the sofa:</p> <p><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S10Ej1HNNDI/AAAAAAAAAZk/brlpTxMSRoI/s1600-h/IMG_0180%5B5%5D.jpg"><img title="IMG_0180" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="194" alt="IMG_0180" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S10EkBT1rSI/AAAAAAAAAZo/OPem90b7yLQ/IMG_0180_thumb%5B3%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="384" border="0" /></a> </p> <p>This was the inspiration: </p> <p><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S10EklEb3OI/AAAAAAAAAZs/zFc3RUnp194/s1600-h/delancey-lime-cushion-main%5B5%5D.jpg"><img title="delancey-lime-cushion-main" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="309" alt="delancey-lime-cushion-main" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S10Ek1Rqv7I/AAAAAAAAAZw/2dhHKtwkAtQ/delancey-lime-cushion-main_thumb%5B3%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="392" border="0" /></a></p> <p> </p> <p>This is what I’ve decided on:</p> <p>Three large pillows 30” x 30” across the back of the sofa (replacing the current back cushions).  Plus I’m having the face fabric of the pillow diamond quilted and leaving the back the plain velvet.  </p> <p align="center"> <a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S10ElZcQ5jI/AAAAAAAAAZ0/wiCCaB1AdN0/s1600-h/Varese1190-49%20aqua%5B4%5D.jpg"><img title="Varese1190-49 aqua" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="284" alt="Varese1190-49 aqua" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S10ElrAbKLI/AAAAAAAAAZ4/68vxVfD-wSM/Varese1190-49%20aqua_thumb%5B2%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="392" border="0" /></a>Designer’s Guild:  Varese Ruggiero in Aqua</p> <p align="left">Then I’m going to have one 24” x 24” pillow made from this and banded in a tangerine solid silk:</p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S10El-5AubI/AAAAAAAAAZ8/bt9svLQqyRs/s1600-h/Scan_Pic0003%5B6%5D.jpg"><img title="Scan_Pic0003" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="430" alt="Scan_Pic0003" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S10EmY1DFaI/AAAAAAAAAaA/1eZNy-68Mpg/Scan_Pic0003_thumb%5B4%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="276" border="0" /></a> Manuel Canovas:  Byzance  in Quartz </p> <p align="center">(note that my scan looks more lavender it truly a pale pink)</p> <p align="center"> </p> <p align="left">And the one 24” x 24” pillow made from this very cool new intro from Brunschwig & Fils</p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S10EmjYrFuI/AAAAAAAAAaE/xsWtdHgHrzI/s1600-h/Scan_Pic0004%5B4%5D.jpg"><img title="Scan_Pic0004" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="458" alt="Scan_Pic0004" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S10Em01zHrI/AAAAAAAAAaI/SA54QdX0Nk0/Scan_Pic0004_thumb%5B2%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="286" border="0" /></a>Brunschwig & Fils: Chevron Bar Silk in Blossom  (it comes in several beautiful colors) </p> <p align="left">And then for a little added pizzazz I’m going to do one small pillow in this banded in either aqua or pink: </p> <p align="center"><a href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S10Eng7SSxI/AAAAAAAAAaQ/jbnj1N8pX_o/s1600-h/Scan_Pic0005%5B5%5D.jpg"><img title="Scan_Pic0005" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" height="342" alt="Scan_Pic0005" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/_gTEIyJ-ddT4/S10EoGqV_7I/AAAAAAAAAaU/-JSOKLOIaqQ/Scan_Pic0005_thumb%5B7%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="237" border="0" /></a>Kravet : Hejira – 816 from the Candice Olsen Collection </p> <p align="left">Of course I’ve been thinking, I can sew these, but now that I’ve decided on the fabrics I’m going to want them asap, which means they’re probably going to my workroom :).  </p> Sandra Linghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11358166924544892339noreply@blogger.com1