I met Sarah Richardson

One of the INSPIRE highlights was the keynote speech presented by designer Sarah Richardson, the host and co-producer of the popular HGTV shows, “Sarah’s House”, “Design Inc.”, and “Sarah 101” who spoke about her decorating philosophy and the impact her TV shows have had on the process of decorating.

All of her designs start with fabrics and that is what gives the room it’s direction. She uses 10 to 12 fabrics per room and uses a mix of cottons, silks and velvets to add texture.

My favorite Sarah quotes of the day:

“As a designer you are only as good as your team.”

and

“I would leave no windows undressed.”

Are you looking forward to her new season ?

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Guest Post: Luxury Bedding

                                                                     
                                                                     
                                             
People spend almost one-third of their lives sleeping, so it should be done 

in pure opulence! Egyptian cotton sheets, cozy down duvets and piles of 

pillows are just a few of the must-have ingredients for an incredible bed 

set-up. Paired with beautiful details like table decorations and 

light fixtures, a bedroom immediately becomes an idyllic oasis.

Looking for some inspiration? Then turn to these amazing luxury linen lines.

Yves Delorme



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Since 1845 the Yves Delorme name has been synonymous with classic elegance -

with florals and stripes, this luxury linen line is pure beauty.
Missoni


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This Italian-born brand puts emphasis on bold woven, knitted, printed, and 

embroidered fabrics - a contemporary ceiling light in a similar pattern is 

added for a finishing touch.

Lacoste



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No longer just a brand for high-end casual wear, Lacoste's bedding line 

is just as streamlined, with a variety of colours and patterns.

Diane Von Furstenberg



tres Chic now (via)
Want something girly, flirty and fun? Then look to the luxury linen lines 

from Belgian-American fashion designer Diane Von Furstenberg.

Vera Wang



Bedding Style (via)
First it was wedding dresses, then other clothing items and now it's 

luxury linen lines - Vera Wang's home collection is infused with Wang's 

keen sense of style.

Frette



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One of the best-known luxury linen lines from Italy, Frette offers a

wide range of bedding options and styles - find a great matching floor lamp 

to complete the look.

Ralph Lauren Home



The Home Decorating Company (via)
 
The Polo line has gone beyond the runways and is adorning beds everywhere - 

patriotic colours lend a traditional feel while a simple brass table lamp 

is a charming accent.

Peacock Alley



The Home Decorating Company (via)

Soft and sweet like this turquoise luxury linen line, Peacock Alley's

bedding collections are lovely for all bedrooms.

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What Inspires You ?

I just returned from a window coverings convention called INSPIRE and that’s exactly what it did for me !

Have you heard different names for pleats but don’t know what they look like ? Well, I was inspired to finally make a sample panel with four different pleat styles so my customers can see them in person.

From Left to Right: Box pleat, double box pleat, Euro pleat, goblet.

This is my new favorite pleat: the double box pleat with a covered button.

These are a few samples from class:

Hand smocking with little brass buttons….. GORGEOUS !

This panel is box pleated on the pattern and the leading edge is scalloped on the pattern, so creative.

This pic makes me giggle. Have you heard of the uppydowny thing on a sewing machine ? Well, I got some cool new feet (that’s really the name) that sew fringe without tearing it and a roller foot that’s good for sewing velvet and thick fabrics.

Source: serenitynow4amanda.blogspot.com via Tammy on Pinterest

 

I’m most excited about my new Wolf scissors, they cut like buttah !

It’s nice being around so many people that share you passion and whose eyes don’t glaze over when you talk about things like: jabots, fullness, skirtex, bartackers and jukis.

Which header style is your favorite ?

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Showing some LOVE

I’m in love with this room by designers MassuccoWarnerMiller.

                                         Source: massuccowarnermiller.com via Tammy on Pinterest

My favorite part is the banded box pleated valances. I’ve made many box pleated valances over the years but the mitered banding makes this one over the top (in a good way)

                  

                                                      Source: massuccowarnermiller.com via Tammy on Pinterest

 

Are you loving banding too ?

Custom window treatments can be the single most important element in pulling together your decorating scheme. 
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Fabric Friday

So, this ad just showed up in my inbox from Greenhouse Fabrics.

I have a client that just painted a room Shagreen by SW, I’m thinking these would look so great in there !

Custom window treatments can be the single most important element in pulling together your decorating scheme. 
Contact me to provide you with up to date window treatments that you are excited about.