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Do You Layer Patterns at Your Home?
I love the eclectic look of the folksy, layered patterns in this living room. It looks so cozy and welcoming, but still appears pulled together, thanks to the cohesive color palette. Layering this many patterns can be intimidating, however, because it's sometimes hard to know how to pick and choose the best patterns for a space.
Do You Decorate With Paisley?
I have to say, I'm a little in love with this silk upholstered Simone Paisley Sofa ($4,999). I doubt that I could pull off such a bold design in my home, but I do think that a pretty paisley can really liven up a room, whether it's used in a throw or a pillow.
Do You Decorate With Paisley?
Roundup: Checks, Please!
Blame it on the retro costuming of Mad Men, but I'm seeing checkered patterns everywhere these days. Checks look great on copywriter Peggy Olson, and I have a feeling they'd look fab in your home as well.
Want to add some retro flair to your home with traditional checked patterns?
Cool Idea: Stenciled Shelving
I recently stumbled upon Craftster member Retroeva's post on her kitchen makeover. While I love the new look, my absolute favorite part of the kitchen is Retroeva's stenciled open shelving.
As you know, I'm a big fan of open shelving.
Casa Interview: Bryonie Porter
Bryonie Porter creates beautiful, brilliantly patterned furniture for her clients. Using both antique and modern furniture, she customizes each piece with wallpaper. For durability, she uses a water-based, environmentally friendly, high-gloss lacquer, which makes these pieces perfect for the hard knocks of everyday living.
Love It or Hate It? All-Over Patterning in a Room
While it's likely that I would quickly tire of this vibrantly patterned wall and chest, part of me can't help coveting the exuberant design. What about you?
Love It or Hate It?
Cool Idea: Pink Walls and a Patterned Floor
Creative lady extraordinaire Medley recently turned a forgotten attic at a Craftsman home into a patterned and pink wonderland. She explains, "I have a degree in Architecture, and when I work full time, that's my main profession. I think that makes me a little bolder in my color selections than is typical.
Open House: Do You Play It Too Safe?
This lovely vignette, from stay-at-home-mom Shella Anderson's house, beautifully works with color and pattern. She referenced pattern in an interview with Cookie, when asked about decorating mistakes that people often make. In her opinion, the number one decorating mistake is "[p]laying it too safe!
Inspired: On the Grid
This immense grid is actually a test picture on a large-scale, touch-sensitive projection display at the IBM stand at the CeBIT technology trade fair, which is running right now in Hanover, Germany. Inspired by the pleasing simplicity of the grid pattern, I thought I'd find some other grids that are less tech-oriented, starting with this CB2 Grid Pillow ($24.95). Check out my other grid finds below.
Are You Over Ikat?
Ikat (the textile used on these shades) has been trendy in the décor world for over a year now. I tend to tire of trends quickly, but ikat still holds my heart. How about you?Source
Are You Over Ikat?
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