Ombré is here to stay. The French word defined as “shadow and shade,” originally used to describe a dip-dyed fabric technique, ombré has been warmly welcomed in the food, fashion, and fine and decorative arts. Its faded quality transcends time, and bears resemblance … Continue reading
My March chalkboard calendar is appropriately festooned with pink & green chalk -- afterall it’s less than 30 days til Spring! In the garden, I’m on the hunt for a tiny speck of purple crocus, and around the house I’m working on a few, quick, Spring color pick-me-ups. Are you dreaming of delightful yellow daffodils, pure pink phlox, and fresh grass?My March chalkboard calendar is appropriately festooned with pink & green chalk — afterall it’s less than 30 days til Spring! In the garden, I’m on the hunt for a tiny speck of purple crocus, and around the house I’m … Continue reading Continue reading
Now that you have all had a chance to process the construction details of my tiny storage cabinet, I'd like to share the inspiration for this unusual color solution. I'm not opposed to a solid color accent wall in general, but with a little ingenuity it's possible to take the ubiquitous solid color accent wall to new heights. Surrounding yourself with color references that recall a time in your life you fondly remember has the same effect on your well being as tuning into a radio station that just happens to be playing your favorite song. It's subtle, it makes us smile, and it makes us feel happy and safe, all at the same time. Reaching back in my memory for a collection of colors I feel best about got me half way there. I'm giving myself some extra credit on the pattern.Now that you have all had a chance to process the construction details of my tiny storage cabinet, I’d like to share the inspiration for this unusual color solution. I’m not opposed to a solid color accent wall in general, … Continue reading Continue reading
