Design Classes 2011

In the new year I will be teaching another round of classes through STLCC. In addition to the classes on Resources and Inspiration I will have a class on Window Treatments. The class will focus on the elements of a window treatment.  The treatments shown are from client projects or showhouses I have done.

This is a simple treatment. The fabric panels are gathered on a wood pole with decorative finials. The color palette for the room  was taken from the fabric.

This elegant living room has silk panels that puddle on the floor. I think of it as the ball gown effect.

Attaching the fabric panel to brackets instead of a rod allows the fabric to drape and fold gracefully.

In this girl's bedroom an extra width of fabric added to the panel creates a full, rich effect as the panel is pulled to the side. The fabric softens the look of the full shutter on the window.

For this treatment a double pole was needed. The metal hardware has two poles, one for the sheers and another for the lined silk panels.

Lined linen panels on small brackets create a soft draped effect in this loft sitting area.

I would like your input. What questions do you have about window treatments? What would you want to learn in this class?

Gypsy Living...

I love colorful, playful interiors that have personality and a relaxed feel. When I think of bohemian living, the images above capture that style for me. Home is truly our sanctuary, where we should feel nurtured, safe, and surrounded by things we love!

Burgundy!

~update...this set is sold...found a home with a lovely customer!~

I'm obsessed with the color burgundy. Love, love, love it. On a trip to Gemstar a while ago, I came upon these gorgeous pearls and had to have them. I just finished this necklace today, and I'm not sure I can part with it! ;) Check it out on my website - it's perfect for the holidays. Matching earrings included...

Custom Rugs * It's In the Details

An area rug is often the element of a room that sets the tone for the design.To make sure a rug is just right I will design the rug  myself and have it hand knotted by craftsmen in Nepal. The quality of the rug is outstanding and the pattern and colors are always exactly what I want for my client.

This living room rug was designed in shades of gray with accents of lavender and khaki. It is hand knotted in wool with highlights of silk. A wonderful element in a beautiful room.

The hand knotting creates amazing detail in the pattern.

I designed and had this wool rug crafted for the family room of  The Cardinal Glennon Hospital Showhouse.
I call it Flower Power.  Since it is a custom design I was able to select and use the exact colors I wanted in the room.

This is a dining room rug in wool. The center lattice pattern has a small floral detail. The custom selected color palette creates a paisley border that is a perfect element in the room.

Attention to detail is what make a design wonderful. Designing a rug gives me the opportunity to take the details and create something amazing.

Lamps: Light and Color

Lighting is an  important element of interior design. When designing a room I often use lamps as a way to add color to the setting. Each of these lamps provide great color as well as light.

This beautiful red lamp brings a rush of color into a room. I recently used a pair on a buffet. The lamps brought stunning color to that area of the dining room.

The deep teal of this lamp base is a gorgeous color.

The deep brown base and its reflections makes this an enchanting lamp.

The blue batik design on this lamp adds beautiful color and pattern to a room.

The yellow green on this lamp is perfect in a mid century design.

The clear aqua glass is cool, colorful and wonderful.

Lamps bring needed light. They can also enhance the color scheme of the room.

Peacock Dreams

I've been enchanted by peacocks since I was a little girl. I created this necklace (and matching earrings) to honor these magnificent creatures. The peacock pendant is embellished with Swarovski crystals and freshwater pearls. Very unusual piece! It is for sale on my website. To take the concept a step further, I found these great images of peacock themed weddings! I've always been a fan of non-traditional weddings, and this theme is fantastic - colorful and unique.

Gypsy Music

Thought we could all use a little traditional gypsy music!

Modern Chandeliers

I am loving this take on a modern chandelier. The polished nickel is stunning. The clear glass beaded drops are an amazing update for the usual crystals on a chandelier. I love everything about it.

Osborne & Little * The Zagaroo Collection

Zagaroo is a wonderful new children's collection from Osborne & Little. Zagaroo features the original book illustrations of author/artist Quentin Blake. These fabrics and wallcoverings are full of whimsy, spirit and fun. The fabrics are printed on washable cotton. Fun and practical.

Designing rooms for children is a joy. I want to make each room unique and special for that child, that person.The Zagaroo Collection gives me new, wonderful choices to make that happen.

This pattern is Cockatoo. It is bright and fun. It's a wonderful pattern which can be used for a girl or boy. Not everything needs to be gender specific.

Colorways for Cockatoos.

This is skateboarders.  I love it because it is about being active. Going out and doing something. And again not gender specific.

Colorways for Skateboarders.

This sweet pattern is Alphabet Tales. Each letter  is joyfully illustrated by Quentin Blake in his unique style.

Colorways for Alphabet Tales.