Phillip Jeffries Wallpapers

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We get really, really excited about wallpapers.  There's nothing like it that can transform a look of a room like wallpapers can.  Ok, so you can paint, but wallpapers add  richness and textures that no paint can.

Our favorite wallpapers to use are either grass cloth or paper sisal, of which Phillip Jeffries wallpapers are famous for.  Oh my goodness they are expensive.  They are sold by the yard, and you usually have to buy a minimum quantity ranging from 8-24 yards.  It's not that different from buying fabrics really.  Then you have to factor in the labor cost, which can be quite expensive in some areas.  Generally, we find to do a small powder room costs about $500-600 to hang, and about $300-500 in wallpaper costs (depending on the wallpaper you choose, of course). 

It's so worth it though!

To see the entire collection of Phillip Jeffries wallcoverings, please click here.

Decorative Trays

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One of our favorite things to use when we accessorize a house is decorative trays.  We use them on bathroom counter to organize jewelry and make up brushes, on top of nightstand for glasses, and on top of coffee table for books, vases and other decorative items.  It's a functional and stylish solution for organizing things...

Here are some of our favorites:





Round Turquoise Tray

Leather Tray

Grey Lacquered Trays

Black Round Marble Tray

Orange Lacquered Trays

 

 

 

How to search for fabric without pattern or brand information

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We get a lot of calls regarding how to find a fabric if you only have a picture of it or a swatch of it.  There are a lot of fabrics out there, probably millions, so if you don't have a pattern number or a manufacturer it can be tough.

We are working on a feature using artificial intelligence to identify the pattern by looks, and that will be launched on our fabric store pretty soon.   With this new program, you can click on an existing pattern and it will find all patterns that are like it.  Very nifty, you'll see.

In the mean time, Google Images has an excellent search that you might want to try--if all else fails.

First go to Google and click on Images.  You'll see the Google Images Screen comes up.

Then click on the camera icon. 

See below:

Then you'll have an option of uploading the image or paste the image URL if you see it on the web.  Google then will search for images that are similar to it.

 

We've used it with pretty good results.  Give it a try.  Also don't forget to check back our site in a couple of weeks for the "find more like it" feature.  We think you'll love it.

 

Ten Favorite Tumblr Decorating Blogs

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We love looking at home décor pictures.  We never reads the text though, do you?  This is why we like Tumblr. It's a social blog network where you can follow certain blogs--which will instantly update their posts in your dashboard daily.  So basically it will fill out your dashboard with beautiful images that other people have curated.  It's something we do with our coffee in the morning, when we are not awake enough to work yet.  Or the mid afternoon, when we just need a break.

Here is our 10 favorite Tumblr decorating blogs:

1) Not My Beautiful Home-gorgeous pictures from the top decorating magazines

2) Take Over Time-curator of modern designs

3) Linxspiration-mostly pictures of pretty girls and pretty cars. Features a lot of beautiful home décor as well.

4) Adultrunaway-just as the name suggested, a site that provides beautiful visual candy in fashion, home décor and food.

5) Design for Life curated by a 19-year old design student from Australia.  Very polished taste for a 19 years old...

6) The Decorista-emphasis on beautiful and glamorous home décor

7) Just the Design collection of modern architectural designs.

8) Alter Ego Diego-really good taste from a guy.

9) Quince with Sugar-beautifully simple.   Lots of stunning images.

10)  Lush Lofts-if you like open spaces (doesn't necessarily need to be a loft), this one is for you.

Kids Rooms That Are NOT Pink or Blue!

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We had lunch with our niece the other day. Ava is three years old and is adorable, adorable, adorable.  We just love her to death.

But, the reason we brought up Ava, is because everytime we see Ava, she's dressed in all pink-- pink socks, pink jacket, pink t-shirt.

And it's not just her, every little girl we've seen are either dressed in pink or purple.

Or have a pink room.

And the boys will have a blue room, we almost guarantee it.

Enough with the pink room and blue room already! 

Let's try some other non-pink and non-blue options:

 

 

 

So lovely, right?  And not a touch of pink in sight!

Zebra Wallpaper-The Iconic Pattern from Scalamandre

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Certain manufacturers have their own bestselling, iconic designs that they are known for.  Kelly Wearstler has Imperial Trellis, F Schumacher has Chiang Mai Dragon, and Scalamandre is known for their Zebra pattern.  Shown below in brown, it is also available in red, yellow, green, black and blue background.  Click here to see all the colorways.

This pattern is so popular that Scalamandre has developed a whole industry out of it--you now can get it as home accessories, umbrellas and dinnerware in addition to Scalamandre fabric and wallpapers.



Tote bag $195




Umbrella $95

The accessories and dinnerware collection is available at Bloomingdales.

Chinoiserie Wallpapers

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When we're in the mood for something whimsical, Chinoiserie wallpaper is our go-to pattern.  It's best in small doses though, like perfume.  We like it in smaller rooms like a powder room, bathroom or dining room.  We also prefer subdued colors and patterns vs bold and bright.  The metallic ones are especially pretty.

Chinoisie pattern adds a certain amount of elegance to most décor.  To see a collection of pretty wallpapers, take a look at our Chinoiserie wallcoverings section.  We are constantly adding new patterns so check back often...

Here are some pretty rooms:

Grasscloth Wallcoverings

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We recently received a couple of grasscloth wallcovering books (sometimes called sisal wallcoverings)  from Kravet and we're so impressed!  They are absolutely stunning.   It's such a pity because they look so good in person, and it's so hard to convey that online.  You really have to touch it and feel it to see how beautiful they are.

Grass or sisal textured wallpapers are our favorite wall covering choices.  They really add a richness to a room.

We have quite an extensive collection of grasscloth and sisal wall coverings which you can see here.

Some of our favorite rooms using sisal/grass wallpapers:

Backless Barstools

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We like using backless barstools in our kitchen.  Some people might say they're uncomfortable, but that's only if you sit on them hours on ends, like in a bar or something.  At home we find them an practical option because they don't take up that much space and you can easily tuck them under the counter.   Best of all, you can fit more people in when you entertain.

 

Here are a few backless stools from our collection that you might like.  They are all available in either barstool (30" seat height or counter stool "26" seat height".  Other colors are also available.

 

 

 

Chi Barstool

Xenia Barstool

 

 

Kami Barstool

Industry Barstool

 

 

Maarten Barstool

 

 

 

Paisley Fabric: Inspiring Traditional Home Decor

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Paisley Fabric has been a common pattern since the Sassanid Dynasty (AD 224-AD 651). The twisted teardrop shape is of Iranian origin, but the name comes from the town of Paisley, Scotland. Some say that the design represents life and eternity, others are okay with referring to the design as "Persian Pickles."

When imports from the East India Company made their way into western Europe in the 17th century, the pattern became extremely popular. Paisley Fabric was being mass produced to satisfy the high demand all the way into the 19th century.

Jumping forward, paisley fabric was particularly popular during the Summer of Love after the Beatles made their pilgrimage to India. It became the design on bandannas, Fender guitars, uniforms, etc. This pattern has such deep roots, that it comes to no surprise that it is still being used in modern designs. It is likely to see paisley used on bedding, drapery, wallcoverings, and even some upholstery projects!

We carry hundreds of paisley fabrics. Click here to see them all!

RM Coco Paisley

Duralee Paisley

F Schumacher Paisley Wallpaper