Market Trends for Spring! Insights from the Int’l Atlanta Market Show
The beginning of last week kicked off the 58th consecutive January showing of the International Area Rug Market’s winter edition, held at Atlanta’s AmericasMart. With over 1,400 unique showrooms and over 2,500 temporary exhibits all aglow with the freshest color palettes and most desired textures for spring, if the Atlanta market proved anything, it’s that …
Color: Hemlock Green
I first heard the term “hemlock green” last spring, in reference to Pantone’s color palette for spring 2014. This green walks a wonderful line between mint green and sage green, with a decidedly gray undertone… much like the hemlock foliage itself. Once you study the color, you’ll see it everywhere — in fashion, jewelry, decor, …
Keys to a Fresh Spring/Summer Table
We are at last enjoying spring weather, even though the calendar says summer is days away! This time of year is so hectic I don’t often set a proper table, but I do have fun pulling together the occasional table scape. Spring is one of the easiest seasons to experiment with table decor and these …
Pretty Pastels
Nope, it’s not the ’80s: pastels are back in fashion and decor in a big way in 2014! Pastels in 2014 look best with lots of crisp whites… Or paired with more funky graphic prints to soften the sweetness. If you weren’t feeling the neon trend — or even if …
Spring Treats
Spring is here and while I’ve already overdosed on Easter candy, all I can think about is indulging in colorful treats while relaxing outdoors with my family. Spring is also a popular time for baby showers and birthday parties, so take note – here are some of my favorite spring treats that are sure to …
Maximize Your Small Garden Space
Garden season is in full swing at last! I always admire a large lush garden, but the reality is that time and space often don’t allow for that. In fact, compact gardens can be just as enjoyable as sprawling beds of flowers, shrubs, and vegetables, while having the benefit of being easier to maintain. All …
Plant Your Own Herb Garden
I love spring. I have a vegetable and herb garden and tending it makes me happy, all spring and all summer long. You don’t need a plot of land to have an herb garden – you can have one inside your home or in small spaces outside. Here are some ideas for how to have …
Favorite Passover Treats
Passover is one of my favorite holidays. Not because of any presents or decorations, but because of the food. I love all the food involved – chicken soup with matzo balls, brisket and roasted veggies, charoses, and even gefilte fish with lots and lots of horseradish. The food tastes comforting to me and it’s always fresh …
Braving Bold Florals
Nothing is more unabashedly “SPRING!” than bold, unapologetic florals, and they are back in a major way. Whether you bring the flowers in a loud shout with wallpaper, or start small with a statement piece like this stunning chair… Or maybe a fun floral area rug… Whether you layer different floral patterns together… Or …
Weekend Project: Make Your Garden Pop
Spring is in the air, which means sun, a blooming garden and a lot of outside time (hello, vitamin D)! But if you’re a busy family like us, you only have a day – maybe two- to execute an outdoor project. This week’s project is all about the garden and how to make it pop …