Imogen Heath’s pattern work is so colorful and vivid that it’s practically begging to jump on my bed and sofa. My home is feeling exceptionally neutral these days, so the idea of adding a few of these multi-colored pillows sounds great. Imogen recently did a photo shoot of her latest work, and the result is…
When summer hits, there’s no better way to start the day than with something bright and colorful. This gorgeous silk scarf is a collaboration between Vitrine and Sarah Crowner. Sarah created an original watercolor collage for Vitrine, and they turned it into a limited edition collection of scarves that measure 36 inches square. Each one…
I may have just swapped out my wool winter rug for a striped summer rug, but I find it impossible to resist a good wool blanket. Will I use it much between now and November? Probably not, but come on- that harlequin print is awesome. These soft wool blankets from Tina Ratzer come in a…
It always makes me happy to end the week with pink. After trying to strike it from my life, I’ve pulled a complete 180 and have embraced choosing it as a color for just about everything. So it seems fitting to wrap up this week with some gorgeous pink designs from Bonnie and Neil in…
Amy and I have been talking about taking an embroidery class for a while, but we haven’t pulled the trigger yet. I’m nervous that I’ll be the slowest learner in the class, so maybe I should start in the privacy of my own home with this kit from Lisa Grue. Lisa has three images to…
I really enjoy reading about companies that work with, support and celebrate artisans in rural or impoverished areas. Nothing makes me happier than knowing my purchase isn’t supporting a faceless box store, but instead a real person who is living off of their handmade work and creating beautiful things. Stitch by Stitch is a new…
If there’s one thing I like more than pink, it’s fabric. Pretty much any patterned fabric makes me happy. These designs are from Zak + Fox, a new textile design company that recently launched a debut collection of Belgian linen fabrics. Even though the collections include some great colorways, I love that they feel like…
Nothing says summer quite like faded blues. They remind me of time spent at the beach and the way my favorite swimsuits and towels fade by the end of the season. These pretty batik pillows are from Row of Letters, a shop that sells cushion covers and tea towels that are hand stamped with rubber…
Speaking of patterns, these new bags and pouches from Slide Sideways are so fun. I love the weaving-inspired pattern, especially in that peach colorway. The bags (big and small) range from $15 to $64, and you can check them out (including the sweet antique brass rivet detailing) right here on Etsy. xo, grace
I’m always excited to see an email from Harper Poe. Harper is the owner of Proud Mary, an amazing company specializing in textiles created in partnership with artisans across the world. She recently spent a month in Mali to work with three artisan groups including a tie-dye cooperative, crochet cooperative, and a traditional mud cloth…
So many of the home owners that we feature in our sneak peeks have amazing quilts that they use as bedcovers or casually sling over a sofa. I’ve toyed with the idea of trying to make one on my own – maybe with a group of friends. But since I’d be starting at square one…
There is an insane amount of awesome geometric stuff happening at Anthropologie right now. Much like ombre, I can’t get enough of simple geometric shapes and patterned. Used all together it looks like a train wreck, but used sparingly throughout a home it feels modern and architectural. This Isleta Duvet is a great example. So…
Leif has become one of my go-to shops for new design because their collection always satiates my need for mini trends like agate, marbling and geometric patterns. Their newest pieces are no exception, and I find myself wanting to stuff all of these in my bag and run. The mini paperweights are so pretty and…
This fabric reminds me of sugar-covered gumdrops. If the color palette wasn’t enough to sell me on it, the reminder of candy pushed me over the edge. Kauniste’s new fabric “Sokeri” (which means “sugar” in Finnish) is part of their Fall 2012 collection (I know, I’m sorry, it’s a super early preview). In addition to this…
Walter G is a new design company created by two school friends from Sydney, Australia. Lauren & Genevieve’s shared love of textiles lead them to quit their day jobs and “follow their hearts to the colorful subcontinent that is India”. Living and working in a town outside of Jaipur called Sanganer for five months, Lauren…
I’m always excited to see new textile designs from Heather at Skinny Laminx. Her latest design is “Wild Flowers,” a beautiful large-scale print inspired by both Japanese and traditional folk patterns. I really like the slightly denim-colored background; it looks great on the sofa above. You can read more about Heather’s process and inspiration here,…
I love shades of blue in the summer; they instantly make me feel cooler and remind me of the ocean. West Elm has some pretty new floor/bathroom mats in good dark blue shades that fade into pretty pale blues. Everyone knows that I love a good fade lately, so these are my current faves. They’d…
I think my body and brain have teamed up to convince me that it’s already summer. I can’t stop myself from looking at swimsuits online and figuring out how to sneak in a little beach trip this season. Until I find a way to get to the beach, these towels will be on my wish…
I’m always excited to see what’s new at Virginia Johnson. Namely because man, does she know how to use color. I don’t wear a ton of bright color myself, but I love love love seeing it on other people. And her hot pinks? Perfection. These new pieces are from the summer 2012 collection and are…
I love it when people are inspired by the beauty of the South. It’s probably my favorite part of the country, and I think Georgia and South Carolina in particular produce some truly incredible textile artists. Inspired by a move from New York to Savannah, GA, artist Kathryn Maresca decided to create a line of…
