How Can You Add Texture? If you are blessed with a space that has exposed brick walls, cornices or glowing hardwood floors, you already have texture – and you know how much character it adds to your home. But what if your rooms are ‘bland’? Think about adding rugs (shag adds wonderful texture), draperies in […]
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Distressed Furniture: Tips & Techniques to Make it Look Great in Your Home
June 12, 2014In a recent blog I mentioned distressed furniture and how perfect it looks in a cottage. But the reality is that distressed pieces work well in just about any home. It’s a wonderfully relaxed look that says ‘come sit and unwind’. Distressed furniture is also very on trend, as it complements the cottage chic and […]
How to Make Your Cottage Cozy: Tips and Trends
June 4, 2014For those of us fortunate enough to have a cottage, ‘tis the season to make it beautiful and welcoming for relaxing days ahead. A cottage is the perfect place to let your hair down in terms of decorating. It’s a great space to embrace your eclectic sensibilities and have a little fun. Here are a […]
Introducing the Caracole Collection
May 29, 2014It’s not often that furniture actually makes me gasp with delight – but that’s exactly what happened when I first saw the Caracole collection. I found myself charmed by piece after gorgeous piece, mesmerized by their uniqueness, extraordinary attention to detail and sheer beauty. What’s in a Name? Everything about the Caracole collection is inspired. […]