I LOVE getting various decorating magazines and really rely on them for inspiration and even validation. The November issue of Coastal Living (link didn't work - browse for their website), included a feature called "Pattern Play" showing the use of bold patterns and plaids by designer Libby Cameron in doing a Maine home. What struck me immediately is the first page which shows a fabrics I have in my inventory - EXACTLY - one I had been a little afraid to use because of its boldness. I purchased my fabric - two versions of it - at a liquidation sale held at the design studies of recently retired, international designer Daniel Carithers. He had used the fabric for a client project - the article said that the fabric was a "Sister Parish" design - talk about decorating royalty!
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| Magazine Article - Photo of Fabric |
The article has encouraged me to take another look at a number of rather bold and bright fabrics in my inventory and to take the plunge using them more frequently. I hope this works!
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| The Same Fabric as above - in my Inventory |
Designer Cameron, who spent some time at Sister Parish's firm - Parish-Hadley - says "color and pattern are my strong suite" and she proves it in the way she brings lively colors throughout the house. Saturated colors - blended with neutral backgrounds - keeps the space cheery and bright all year round!
I'll have to become bolder myself!
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| More Bright and Crisp Fabrics in my Inventory |
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