Category: Trends
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What’s Softer than Cashmere and Stronger than Wool? Alpaca!
The answer is ALPACA! These furry little guys are Suri Alpacas, South American cousins of the llama. Alpacas come in a rainbow of colors, so there are 22 colors of natural Alpaca fleece available, all of which is harvested without harm to the animals.
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Decorating with Coral Accessories
Maybe it’s because we’re dreaming of a tropical getaway (it is the middle of winter, after all) but we’re slightly obsessed with coral themed accessories. In any color, coral is a beautiful way to bring a bit of nature into your home. It also fits in well with a nautical or beach theme … even…
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Decorating with a Powerful Creature: 2012 is The Year of the Dragon
According to Chinese astrology, 2012 is the Year of the Dragon; this year, Chinese New Year falls on Monday, January 23rd. Dragons are much admired in Chinese culture; they are symbols of strength and power and thought to bring good luck. Designers love dragons because they visually breathe life and flair to every space. Here…
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Color of the Year for 2012 – Tangerine Tango!
Get ready to be happy! Pantone has announced the color of the year for 2012: “Tangerine Tango,” a lively orange hue.
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Getting Social with Your Decorating: Pinterest, Houzz, and Polyvore
The Internet is an exciting place these days for decorators. Here are three of our favorite ways to help you find products, organize them, and get inspired. Pinterest.com is like a virtual bulletin board; we use it often for decorating or party planning. You can pin photos from almost any website, comment on them, and…
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Everyone’s Using Polyvore to Create Inspiration Boards!
We love creating inspiration boards in the office, so we’ve signed up for a free account at Polyvore and we are completely hooked! Polyvore allows you to create sets using a virtual styling tool and any images you’d like to use. You can use it to plan out rooms, put together outfits, and even test…
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Trend Alert: Wild About Animal Prints
Animal prints are turning up everywhere, from python print purses to snake print dresses. There’s even a python pedicure made from real shed snakeskin! If you love animal prints, Vietri has new glass serving pieces that will add an exotic touch to your home decor. The iridescent Snakeskin Glass bowls are just beautiful, and right…
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Summer Bedding and Dinnerware Trends: Ikats, Florals, and Geometrics
Summer is nearly here, and what better way to freshen up your home than with the best new prints and patterns? Prints are all over the fashion runways, and you can bring them home to decorate as well. Here are our top picks for sweet summer style.