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Roundup: Striped Table Linens

CasaSugar — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 15:00:00 -0700

Stripes are the little black dress of tabletop décor. They're always in style. You can never go wrong with a good striped or broad-plaid tablecloth. For instance, I'm absolutely in love with the Designers Guild Dickenson print, and I don't see that changing . . . ever. It's a good thing, because a table cloth and six napkins will cost me $195. For now, I might have to treat myself to a set of four napkins ($40). But why stop there? There are so many striped table linens to love. See my other beautiful finds when you read more.

Nice and New: Flor Sitting Pretty Rug

CasaSugar — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 12:00:28 -0700

Flor tiles have always seemed casual to me, modern and piecemealed as they are. The new Sitting Pretty Rug ($374.70 for 8x10), though, looks striking and fresh in this formal living room. No, it's not a stuffy Persian import, but step onto its brilliant orange-and-pink stripe pattern and you'll feel like you're somewhere. On the other hand, it would look just at home with a bean bag chair and a cozy low coffee table as it does with this Louis Ghost Chair, delicate wainscoting, and curvy French settee. I'm sold.

Roundup: Stripes

CasaSugar — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 06:15:29 -0700

In honor of Independence Day, I'm bringing you some twists on the iconic emblems that represent this holiday. You won't have to store these in the garage, though, once July 4th is over. It's fitting that one of my favorite striped finds is the French Six Leg Upholstered Bench ($599), since France was our ally in the Revolutionary War.

Want to see the rest of my year-round stripes? Then read more.

Desire/Acquire: Madeline Weinrib Zig Zag Rug

CasaSugar — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 15:00:06 -0700

The cotton flatweave Madeline Weinrib Zig Zag Rug is one of my all-time favorite designs (see it in a room here), but unfortunately it's also quite pricey - if you must "inquire for price," don't bother. Luckily, there are two much more affordable alternatives. To see them, read more.

The West Elm Zig Zag Rug ($39-$649) has a similar traditional chevron pattern, is hand-woven and handloomed, and made from 80 percent wool and 20 percent cotton. It's also reversible! It's available in an ivory/espresso/flax colorway or iron/ivory/fez red.
If those colors aren't up your alley, you can get yours the DIY way. With basic sewing skills, you can transform a basic stripe pattern into your beloved chevron with a few supplies and some patience. Learn the steps here.Source

Inspired: Vibrant Stripes

CasaSugar — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 08:00:48 -0700

I've been a fan of Jill Scott's music for years, and now I'm happy to see her every week playing detective Precious Ramotswe on HBO's The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency. While I love watching Jill onscreen, I'm also equally enamored with the beauty of Botswana's wildlife and savannas. Interspersed with shots of the natural landscape are the vibrant colors of the Kgale Hill Shopping Center, Gabarone, and its residents. One of my favorite examples of this mix of color is this shot of a striped wall, which is contrasted with Precious's patterned dress.

Inspired, I decided to look for some equally vibrant striped home goods that could add an oomph of color and pattern to your Spring home. I love these felted wool plant cozies ($54) from Papaver Vert. Want to see my other favorite vibrant stripes? Then read more.

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Roundup: Painted Stripes

CasaSugar — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 09:00:49 -0700

From the shirts worn by Venetian gondoliers to the arms of varsity sweaters, stripes have always held a soft spot in my heart. But, the power of stripes extends far beyond the closet: they can make a major impact in your home. In this powder room, Henri Bendel-esque stripes make a bold statement - to say the least. But your house needn't resemble a termite extermination tent to use stripes effectively; they can also be very subtle. Check out this slideshow to see a few more examples of painted stripes. Source

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Love It or Hate It? Tiger Stripe Sofa

CasaSugar — Fri, 10 Oct 2008 04:30:44 -0700

Have you tired of zebra stripes? Maybe tigers are your next true love. If so, maybe you'll want to sink into this Tiger Stripe Sofa ($5,650). Made of beechwood that's been given a dark finish, it also comes with leather cushions and leopard pillows, for added animal magnetism.

Inspired: Kremlin Cup Stripes

CasaSugar — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 12:00:54 -0700

When I spotted this photo of tennis player Ana Ivanovic of Serbia, who was playing at the Kremlin Cup, I was struck by its beautiful striped pattern. Of course, stripes are innately sporty. They show up on basketball jerseys, on the lines painted onto tracks, and on the racing silks of jockeys.

Stripes are also all over the home design world. From this Modern Basics Pillow ($72) to subtly patterned sofas, stripes rule.

To see some of my stripe finds, read more.

DwellStudio Thin Stripe Fuschia Sheet Set - $145.00	Eco-Stripe Organic Sheet Set - $28.00
Striped Chest - $995.00	Babette Holland Lamps Striped Small Mercury Lamp - $484.00
Somerset Striped Hand Painted Cabinet - $699.00	Sayulita Stripe Duvet Cover & Sham - $99.00
Cabana Towel - $34.95	Oslo Comforter by Nautica - $26.99
Odeon Chair - $899.00	Racer Pillow by Modern Basics - $72.00
Babette Holland Lamps Striped Mercury Cylinder Table Lamp - $489.00	Dransfield & Ross - plum velvet ribbon 'stripe' pillow by dransfield and ross - $310.00
Pieced Awning Stripe Mat - Black - $29.00	Striped Wooden Pushpins - $8.99
MacKenzie-Childs - $1,450.00	Dempster Side Stripe Pillow - $19.95
Wide Stripe Rug - $129.00	Striped Bench - $899.00
Jackson Stripe Rug - $349.00	Warm Stripe Wood Wall Plaque - $9.99
Tierra Stripe Pillow - $21.95	Brooks Upholstered Chair - Select Items - $849.00
Kumi Pillow - $24.95	Murano Glass Vase - $1,300.00
Lane Pillow by Designers Eye - $98.00	Context Furniture Narrative Tray Table - $510.00
Blu Dot - Lumbar Pillow - $1,599.00	Astrid Chair, Bespoke Stripe - $1,998.00
Winter-Stripe Pillow Cover - $24.00	Merida Meridian Originals Cuzco Clover Modern Rug - $609.00
Olive & Brown Striped Lambswool Throw - $249.00	Herringbone Stripe Throw - $29.99
Candy Cane Striped Light Strings - $39.00	Engineered Stripe Border Throw - $79.00
Stripe Medium Pendant in Orange - $349.00	Terra Rectangular Umbrella/Stand - $79.95
Pieced Awning Stripe Mat - $49.00	Balanced Design - Linen Color Block 1 Pillow - $80.00
Color-Block Striped Dhurrie - $24.00

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Cool Idea: Painted Stripes Headboard

CasaSugar — Sun, 14 Sep 2008 05:30:18 -0700

I've written about painted headboards before (and even DIY'd my own), so it's really nothing new. But, I am loving how design firm Shelton, Mindel & Associates made the entire wall behind this sleeping space a focal point with bold stripes, and within that created a focal point above the headboard by painting stripes in a slightly lighter shade than the rest. This look is really easy and affordable to achieve in your own home. And, if you don't have a real headboard of your own as this room does, the rectangle of lighter stripes can serve as a headboard alternative. What do you think?
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Inspired: Nicole Richie's Fashion-Week Stripes

CasaSugar — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 13:00:00 -0700

It was pretty unanimous that Fab's readers loved Nicole Richie in stripes at DKNY's Fashion Week show, and I am no exception to the pack. I loved how she pulled off the bold stripes by keeping things minimal. And, how the smartly balanced small and large stripes were mimicked by her suede caged shoes. And, I couldn't help but notice how her royal blue and black palette is a dead ringer for the West Elm Tangiers Rug ($59-$359). So, I decided to design a living room around the rug, with Richie's modern style in mind. To see the décor items I rounded up, read more.

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CLOSEOUT! Home James Jabberwocky Placemat and Napkin Collection - $45.00	Calvin Klein "Tonal Bands" Linen Collection - $10.00
Chilewich - $62.00	Confetti Indoor/Outdoor Umbrella Tablecloth - $14.99
Calvin Klein "Tonal Bands" Table Runner, 15x90" - $100.00	Unison - Porter Tablecloth - $64.00
Feed Sack Table Runner - Blue - $399.00	Fiesta Rainbow Burst Napkins, Set of Four, 17x17" - $22.00
Bardwil "Broadway" Blue Stripe Napkins, Set of 4 - $30.00	Martha Stewart Collection "Canopy Stripe" Placemat Collection - $9.00
DwellStudio Table Woodblock Runners - in ink - set of 2 - $160.00	Tuxedo Stripe Collection by Chilewich - $25.00
Striped Table Runner - $25.00	Savona Stripe Tablecloth/Napkin - $4.95
DwellStudio Table Woodblock Lake Napkin - set of 4 - $64.00

Emma Gardner - eclipse rugs by emma gardner - $2,400.00	Swedish Stripe Curved Sofa - $1,399.00
Quagliata Designs - glass table by orfeo quagliata for phuse - $995.00	Lane Pillow by Designers Eye - $98.00
Draper Stripe Blue Sheet Set QN - $249.00	Somerset Striped Hand Painted Cabinet - $699.00
B-Pop Side Chair - Laminate - $280.00	Stacked Stripe Rug - $160.00
Louis Poulsen campbell pendant lamp - $860.00	Colore Pillow by Designers Eye - $98.00
Painterly Stripe Lamp Base + Shade - $89.00	French Six-Leg Upholstered Bench - Blue Stripe - $599.00
Balance - $46.00	Blu Dot - Lumbar Pillow - $1,599.00
Wool/Ingeo Full/Queen Blanket in Slate Stripe - $59.00	looolo Mademoiselle Cushions in Mink - $140.00

Plum Tonal Stripe Tufted Loop Rug - $299.00	Painterly Stripe Lamp Base + Shade - $89.00
Magis - striped outdoor seating system by ronan & erwan bouroullec for magis of italy - $120.00	Emma Gardner - eclipse rugs by emma gardner - $2,400.00
Terai Folding Chair, Floral Stripe - $198.00	Rwanda "Sweet Slice" Large Bowl, 16" - $80.00
Fauna Balsa Wall Hangings - Scrubjay 2 - $175.00	Balanced Design - Flannel/Felt Morris Pillow - $60.00
Striped Quilted Hammock - $259.00	Cabo Stripe Rug - $29.95
Art Insert, Multicolored Stripe - $19.00	Modern Basics Racer pillows - $72.00

Tangiers Rug - $599.00	Blu Dot Buttercup Chair - $799.00
Wilma Pair Of Curtains - $9.99	Bussolari - scedro lacquered coffeetable by bussolari of italy - $928.00
Mikasa "Billow" Cobalt Vase, 9" - $58.00	Happy Lamp (Blue) - $350.00
Sofia Table Lamp - $299.00	Black Lacquer Open Cube Table - $600.00
Sonora Vase - $76.95	Blue Glass Bottles & Jars - $39.00
Madeline Weinrib Atelier Flatweave Pillow- Black / White - $200.00	Petrie Apartment Sofa - $1,459.00
Fauna Pico Pillows - Zebra - $24.00