I promised some yellow and grey favorites this week.   How about this beauty from Barry Dixon’s “Sky and Water” collection for Vervain?

via Vervian

And, here it is again in a room that Barry Dixon designed for the 2009 CharityWorks Greenhouse in Virginia.

Photograph by Gordon Beall via SIPA Blogs.

Do you spot it on the bench?

In other news, don’t forget about my giveaway of six yards of the new Thom Filicia fabric!  The winner will be announced next Monday.

Each time I see this Schumacher advertisement I feel inspired.

I thought I would share some favorite yellow and grey inspiration images…

Eileen Kathryn Boyd Interiors

Amy Smilovic via Habitually Chic

image via The Estate of Things

Thom Filicia for Kravet 

Decorpad via Design your Walls

I’ll share some favorite yellow and grey products as a follow up next week.  In fact, I am currently contemplating using yellow and grey in the nursery…..more on that next week as well.

Have a great weekend!

Things always seem to come in threes…..

1) I posted about Scalamandre’s Aviary Fabric here.

2) I saw the wallpaper version (see below) in the girl’s side of a jack-n-jill bathroom in one of the Dallas homes we toured last weekend.

3) This week, a customer requested a quote on this  fabric, and I subsequently learned the fabric is being discontinued and that remaining stock is limited.

I love the combination of pink and green for a little girl.  And oh how I am in love with this paper!  Despite the fact that the fabric is being discontinued, the wallpaper remains available in 6 colorways.  And, if you need a ton of the fabric, Scalamandre will print the fabric…..but the minimum order of 100 yards…ummm….probably not happening very often!

Sorry for my long absence.  I’ve been in the sweltering Dallas heat house-hunting.  The good news is that we’ve got a short list of 5 homes we love.  They are all in the same neighborhood and each has its own list of pros ranging from one with an incredible back yard for entertaining, a spectacularly remodeled home, close proximity to shopping and our favorite park, curb/street appeal and a possible great bargain (read re-do).   So, hopefully with a little decision making and subsequent negotiation we’ll be on our way to knowing we won’t be homeless at the end of the year! 

(As an aside, we kept driving past my little cottage and I think my realtor was tired of hearing about my love of this little house, esp. since it has a “contract pending” sign out front.  And, the ugly curb appeal foreclosure is off the table.  We decided it is way too large for us and not in the most desirable section of this neighborhood….despite the promise of a great deal).

But anyway, I got a chance to read the September 2010 Elle Decor on the plane and was excited to read that Diane von Furstenberg is coming out with a new line of cotton home fabrics.  According to the article, there will be 87 prints.  According to a call to DVF, they will likely be available around January. 

In the meantime, check out some of these fabrics that von Furstenberg used to decorate the DVF Piano Suite at Claridge’s hotel in London.  These images (each from the Claridge’s site) make me so excited to see this new collection!

What do you think?  Is your interest peaked?

I am a huge fan of the Quadrille fabric pattern “Paradise Background”.  And, given the number of quote requests I receive for this pattern, I am not the only one. 

Traditional Home, April 2010

It is available in a number of fantastic colors.

But, many customers do not like the 2 yard minimum (when in stock) or the price tag of over $100 per yard.

As an alternative, what do you think of the “Chinoiserie Silouette Toile” available from Jardins en Fleur?  Available for about half the price per yard…..but only in two colors….

I think it is a pretty print in its own right.  What about you?

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.

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 am often contacted by people looking for sources on various looks.  The Chinese Chippendale / Chinoiserie inspired chair is a popular request these days.

Below is an example of this style of chair in a very traditional setting, with a wood finish.  I believe these chairs are by Dessin Fournir, and are pretty pricey (just being honest).

image via Traditional Home, photo credit Tria Giovan

While the following images feature the popular lacquered look.

Elle Decor via here

via WaterLeaf Interiors

So, where do you find these chairs, you ask?  They are available at all different price points. For more information on pricing, feel free to contact me.

Napa Home & Garden

Bungalow 5

Noir Furniture

Incidentally, here are the Noir chairs used in a room by Webb Designs (aka, Joni from Cote de Texas).  Don’t you love the addition of the slips?  I should add that most of the chairs featured here are available in both arm and side chair versions.

There are also plenty of high-end versions of these chairs available….

Baker Furniture

Althorp Living History

Ficks Reed

Ann Getty House Collection

I also like the versions available from Artistic Frame, as they are available in a myriad of different finishes.  And, the chair can easily be modified into a barstool or an office chair, the cushion can be customized, etc.

Artistic Frame

And, of course, you can find these chairs in the design catalogs, such as Ballard Designs and William Sonoma Home.  Jonathan Adler also has a nice option in multiple colors.  Finally, it is always worth looking on Craigslist, eBay, etsy and 1stDibs.com for a vintage set.

Last but not least, want to see the chair motif on your walls?  Check out this paper from Thibaut, available in 5 colorways.

So, do you like the look….do you prefer a bold lacquer or something more subdued?  And, do you have a source we should know about?  I’d love to hear about it if you do.