This Suzanne Kasler designed dining room has been in my inspiration files for a while now.  In fact, it sealed the deal on the round vs. rectangular debate when I was shopping for my dining room.  (The table below is by New Classics and was out of my price range….but I love mine by Henredon just the same).

Photography by Tria Giovan for Traditional Home

I also love the mirror which was from Mrs. Howard in Atlanta.  So, today while doing some research for a client, I was excited to come across this newish mirror from Theodore Alexander.   Not bad in the look alike category, in my opinion.  Do you agree?

And, for those of you wondering about the other products, the chairs are from Artistic Frame.  The fabulous grasscloth is from Phillip Jeffries and the fabric for the draperies is from Kelly Wearstler via Schumacher.  I love it all!

On an unrelated note, thanks for all of the comments and emails of encouragement after my last post.  I got a TON done off my to do list this week—which is making me feel much better.  Today, while sitting through my joyous 28 week glucose test (praying I pass) I even made progress on one of the potty training books recommended (thanks Mindy)….so maybe success in that arena will follow soon too!

Regardless, hope you have a great weekend!

I apologize in advance that my posting may become a little more intermittent and brief in the next few weeks.  I am officially in the third trimester, business has really picked up, we list our house right after Labor Day and still have to find a house in Dallas.  Finding a preschool there that will take a 2.5 year old child mid-year has been next to impossible (any Dallas readers have any leads in the Park Cities?); and oh yes, I am trying to potty train Maddie before baby #2 arrives…..and progress is slow at best!  How is that for keeping it real around here?

So, at the moment I am busy decluttering and trying to work my way through my ever growing “to-do” list while keeping my sanity.

But, I wanted to share this beauty I saw on Facebook earlier this week.  This chandelier is in new product development at Niermann Weeks and will reportedly hit showrooms soon.

Coquille Chandelier, Camel & Gold Leaf Finish

Now, this image lifted my spirits.  Isn’t it beautiful?!?  I think I’ll dream of it today as I am in my dark basement storage room sifting through and organizing what seems like more stuff than it should be humanly possible for a family to collect!

I love the look of large scale chevron drapery panels.

image via Lonny

Blount Design

 image via Decorno

And, I am hoping they will find their way into our new home.  Nursery, perhaps?  Who knows….but in the meantime here is a roundup of large scaled prints at a variety of price points, some available retail….some trade only.  Enjoy!

via Premier Fabrics, available in more colors

House of Mann

Schumacher

Rubie Green, more colors available

Rubie Green, more colors available

via Kast Fabrics

What about you?  Do you like chevron or do you think it is too trendy?  Have any great fabric finds to share?

I am totally in love with this pattern (Flowering Quince) from Clarence House. 

 Lisa Borgnes Giramonti

Photo by Gemma Costas

Parker-Sims Interiors

But, I also realize that every budget may not allow for fabric that is over $170 per yard or wallpaper that is over $80 per yard.  So, check out this fabric from Braemore called “Flowering Branch.” 

Here, designer Caitlin Creer used the fabric to upholster a chair.  Doesn’t it look fantastic?

Can you guess the price on this look alike?  If you google the pattern you can find it available for as low as about $15 / yard!  Do you have your heart set on the wallpaper?  Consider having the fabric paper backed for use on the walls.  Now, that’s a look for less, don’t you think? 

There are so many fabric lines available today (both retail and trade only) it is almost impossible to keep up.  I stumbled upon this amazing line thanks to a customer who needed pricing on a particular pattern.  After obtaining this information, I took the time to look at the collection for myself and instantly fell in love.

While these patterns are not trendy or cutting edge (the designer credits “Cotswold countryside” as her inspiration), I love the sweet and homey vibe and the relaxing color palate.  I am a sucker for birds and am loving the yellow and charcoal tones used below.  I could see this in a gender neutral nursery, a relaxing sun room, or a cozy guest retreat.

Meadow Collection

You may recall that I have a bird inspired wallpaper planned for the ceiling in my son’s nursery once we move.  So, it should not surprise you that I am particularly drawn to this collection with a similar feel.  In fact, I’ve purchased some light blue gingham fabric for the room (planning to use it as one of the crib bumper sides or perhaps for accent pillows)….and am wondering if these might coordinate.  Perhaps I could paper back this fabric and use on the ceiling as well as on the reverse of the bumper?  The possibilities are endless!  A full range of coordinating ginghams are featured in this line as well.

Sky Collection

And I love the colors in this print from the “Meadow” Collection….

All images from Vanessa Arbuthnott

Click here to see the full range of Vanessa Abruthnott’s fabrics and wall-coverings and to read about how Ms. Abruthnott found herself in the textile business.  In the meantime, if you have any questions on the line, need samples or pricing, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Thom Filicia’s new line for Kravet just hit the showrooms.  This pattern retails for approximately $80 per yard.

BURNET.13

The below image features the fabric in another colorway….100% linen and so pretty!

Thom Filicia

6 yards (single piece) available, $25/yard + shipping.

Payment by check. Sales tax in Virginia.  Contact me if you are interested.

For the latest installment in this series, I’ve spotted a great trio of rustic iron and wood tables over at Crate & Barrel.  The “Atacama” table is available as a coffee table, side table, and console table.

And, it looks like these tables are manufactured in Chile by Andres International, Inc.  The US corporate headquarters are in Boulder, Colorado with a distribution center in High Point, NC.  The company was founded in 1988 and has grown substantially, now manufacturing out of a 70,000 sq ft. state of the art factory in  Santiago, Chile.

Several years ago I purchased a mirror from Crate & Barrel from this manufacturer and have been quite pleased with the quality and craftsmanship.

For more information on this, or any other item you see on my blog, please contact me.

Yesterday afternoon, I got a fabric idea into my head for my son’s nursery project and spent a while looking for fabric in the right pattern and colorway (I’ll share my inspiration soon).  In the meantime, I stumbled across the site “Spoonflower.”  Has anyone heard of it?

Spoonflower reportedly makes it possible for individuals to design, print and sell their own fabric designs.  It seems like it is almost an etsy for fabric designers.  According to their website, the Spoonflower community now numbers around 70,000 individuals who use their own fabric to make curtains, quilts, clothes, bags, furniture, dolls, pillows, framed artwork, costumes, banners and much, much more. The Spoonflower marketplace offers the largest collection of independent fabric designers in the world.

Here are just a handful of fabrics for sale on the site.

The site offers six fabric weight options, ranging from quilting to upholstery weight.  You can order fabric weight swatches for a nominal fee.  You can also order a swatch of your fabric design (or the one you plan to buy) before you commit!  And finally, if you are going to be designing your own fabrics, you can purchase the color guide….so there is no worry about computer screen distortion. 

I have to admit I have not spent a ton of time on their site.  I’d like to understand how they (if they do) ensure people are not ripping off other designers’ work.  But, I’ve got to say, the site looks fun and the FAQs make it look like the average person who is not well versed in photoshop/illustrator, etc. can design their own fabrics.

If you have had experience with the site.  I’d love to hear about it.  I’ll be sure to share mine if I decide to take the plunge.

You may recall that I have the below image filed away for Maddie’s new room inspiration.  I first blogged about it here.

image via Phoebe Howard

Despite not yet having a new home selected, and thus having no idea of the room dimensions (details, details!), I have made some progress on selections for her room.  First, I think I’ve decided on doing twin beds if it works out.  I had a queen growing up but figure this is a better option for slumber parties as she gets older, etc.  So, I am working on the details of these Lee Industries beds, but will wait to pull the trigger on them until I know they will work in her new space.

In the meantime, I recently mentioned that I had decided to add a seagrass rug to our current living room for real-estate staging purposes.  We’ll after lots of testing and research on seagrass and sisal (see great posts from Joni at Cote de Texas and Lauren from Pure Style Home on the subject) I decided to go for the look….but to use a wool construction so it will be easier on the feet.  Why, you might ask….since I won’t exactly be lounging on the living room floor?  Two reasons, really.

First, I wanted a very plain edge.  For the seagrass and sisal options you really need them bound to prevent fraying.  In the wool version I am able to get serged edges for that natural look I am after.  And second,  I am thinking that my selection has a chance of working in Maddie’s new room.  And, the wool will be much more comfy for her to play on than a seagrass or sisal rug.  So, this is a much more practical choice for it’s ultimate destination.

Stanton “Ribcord” in Grain

Ok, so my selection of a rug that may or may not work in Maddie’s room may not be of huge interest.  But, how about this fabric I’ve purchased for inspiration.  It is by Raoul Textiles and I loved it so much when I saw it, I had to buy it.   It was leftover stock from a designer, so I got a decent deal which is always fun.  My current thinking is to use it to make two duvet covers, or perhaps to use on seating at the end of the bed, or even using it on the windows is an option…..I guess it all depends on the space and what other fabrics I find.  I’ve got a fair bit of yardage, so I have options.

Raoul Textiles Ceylon

And then, I found this zigzag Victoria Weymouth fabric via the May 2010 Elle Decor.  I’ve ordered a sample from my showroom and am hoping the colors compliment.  I am thinking accent pillows on beds would look great out of the fabric!

photo by William Waldron, image via here

So, we shall see.  I may change my mind a thousand times before we move….but at the moment this is the direction in which I am headed.  I’d love your thoughts.

I’ve got some more of the Trina Turk for Schumacher Santorini Print for sale.  This time, I’ve got the Marine and the Persimmon prints available.  This fabric retails for approximately $82/yard.

Marine (174300) 

Persimmon (174301)

image from here

image from here

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1 yard of the Persimmon available, $25 + shipping.  - SOLD

2 1/2 yards of the Marine available, $62.50 + shipping. – SOLD

 Payment by check. Sales tax in Virginia. Contact me if you are interested.