Musings of a Design Aficionado
Cool Custom Batik by Hiho Batik Handmade
I love any personalization of products. Combine this with batik and BAM! You have a serious hit. Hiho Batik Handmade out of Brooklyn has create a few easy steps to take your artwork and create batik t-shirts and totes. Follow the steps below and before you know it you will be the proud owner of an item designed by…. you! You can pick from a t-shirt, tote bag (pictured above), or throw pillow (14×14). Step...
read moreCustom Bespoke Silk Scarves
How cool is this? You can upload any image and create a custom scarf… Your image. Your imagination. Your scarf. As unique as you are. Exclusively at Hayden-Harnett. Welcome to our Bespoke Scarf Service page. Here's how it works: Our simple and user-friendly Bespoke Scarf Service allows you to create a completely customized silk scarf from your personal photos, images, or artwork. Upload your image, choose your fabric, choose your scarf size, choose the image area, select the desired quantity & checkout. Your...
read moreSalivating over Serindip fabric
Manuel Canovas has the best in fabric prints. I have shown a few other favorites before HERE. The vibrant colors and clear crisp designs are worth every penny. I actually have Serendip in pillows in my mountain house but, I have to share some newer color ways. They are DIVINE! This orange is dreamy…. Do you love these bold tropical prints too? Please make sure you "like" The English Room on Facebook. Follow @theenglishr on Twitter Follow Holly Phillips @ The...
read moreTrend Alert: Photographic Fashions
TREND ALERT: I am loving all the photographic fashions and digital prints out right now. Tres chic! Check out my favorites… Akris Punto Arc de Triomphe Dress Clover Canyon Endless Summer Skirt Dezso by Sara Beltran Jaipur Palm Tote Rory Beca Blouse Clover Canyon icelandic Horses Dress W Swimwear Vintage Surf Swimsuit Anya Hindmarch Duchess Clutch Clover Canyon On the Road Jacket Dezso by Sara Beltran Tulum Navy Wave Pouch Clover Canyon Endless Summer Shirt Please make sure you "like" The English Room...
read moreArtist Spotlight Series: Kerri Rosenthal
I discovered Kerri Rosenthal on the web and have been Pinterest stalking her for ages. I finally decided it was time to connect after I discovered her best friend lives in Charlotte. I am thrilled to introduce you to a very talented artist. Kerri Rosenthal Fairfield County, Connecticut What is your training? I have no formal training- I worked for an incredibly creative company in the fashion industry- Oilily- dutch childrens and womans clothing. I traveled to Holland extensively for 6 years and...
read moreHappy Mother’s Day!
I have been fortunate to have had the opportunity to work with my mother in the design business for most of my professional career. I know I don't always express the appreciation for this opportunity, and of course there are days when I actually don't feel fortunate at all to work so closely with her. However, the events of the week and daily news constantly remind me to be grateful for my mom. So, mom, this post is the thank you, the hug, and the smile I have failed to give you so many times. I love you...
read moreShop Sprucing: Exterior Paint
My shop/studio is in desperate need of paint. We have held off way too long because their were possible questions of relocation of the space. Well, we can wait no longer. Here are my favorite inspirations from my Pinterest EXTERIORS board. via via via via via We are currently red brick with a deep beige trim and green shutters. I am going to most likely whitewash the brick,white trim and orange door or leave the red brick, white trim and turquoise door. Decisions, decisions…. Here is the before...
read morePretty in Punk : Met Ball 2013 Dress to Room Pairings
These daring broads really showed the fashion love at The Annual Costume Institute Gala at The Met with the "PUNK: Chaos to Couture" theme. This is the night of the fashion Olympics. I love watching from the sidelines and pairing loosely with a matching interior. "Met Ball Madness" from 2012 was a favorite post as I love Dress to Room Pairings. Gwyneth Paltrow Amanda Nisbet's Showhouse bedroom Coco Rocha Charles Spada via Veranda Katy Perry Joy Cho's House via Emily Henderson Jennifer Lopez Mary...
read moreCinco de Mayo Style
Happy Cinco de Mayo! I wanted to share some Cinco de Mayo style. Mexico is one of the most visually stimulating countries I have ever been to with color abounding everywhere. Here are a few of the inspired items. Tory Burch Katie Fisherman Bag River Island Mexican Dress Piñata Cookies Theodora and Callum Serape Scarf Dezso Mexican Bracelet Tissue Paper Pom Poms Anthropologie Macaw Danglers Earrings Jack Rogers Neon Navajo Stray Dog Lamp Mara Hoffman Beaded Cargo Jacket Otomi Hand Embroidered Tablecloth Tory Burch...
read moreMother’s Day Gift Guide
Mother's Day is less than 2 weeks away. I have picked out a few things I know I would love to have. It can be simple from a card to a flower, to the extravagant. It is prefered to not be electronic unless of course she has requested. A new golf club or giant TV may not go over well. Show your Momma some love! She certainly deserves it. Mom Hanky from Julia B J. Crew Liberty Pajama Set Aerin Heart Nesting Dishes Neon Accent Jack Rogers Designers at Home by Ronda Carmen Miu Miu Glitter Sunnies Sam...
read moreHIGH POINT MARKET HIGHLIGHTS FROM SOUTHERN SOURCES for The Southern C
HERE IS MY BLOG POST FOR THE SOUTHERN C, WHERE I AM A MONTHY CONTRIBUTOR. BE SURE TO JOIN IF YOU HAVE NOT. THE SOUTHERN C IS A NETWORK OF FOODIES, DESIGN ENTHUSIASTS, CREATIVES AND THE LIKE. Festoni High Point Furniture Market was a feast for the eyes. I had a terrific time seeing all the new introductions and finding a few new sources. Color was abundant as expected. There were lots of bone, horn and shagreen pieces being introduced. The tribal / global bohemian vibe is certain hot. What I...
read moreWomen on the Verge via The Wall Street Journal
My husband brought home his Wall Street Journal knowing I would love this article since I have been featuring female artists all year on my blog. Women may be one the verge of getting proper recognition in the art world. It is about time…. Helen Frankenthaler via Women on the Verge By ELLEN GAMERMAN and MARY M. LANE A lady in a bonnet is shaking up the art world. When "After Lunch," Berthe Morisot's portrait of a doe-eyed woman, sold for $10.9 million in February, it set a record as the most...
read moreBidding for Good with the ROOM TO BLOOM AUCTION
The Mint Museum Auxiliary Room to Bloom Auction ends on Sunday. There are loads of fantastic finds. I have included some of my favorites. Register and bid away for a wonderful cause. SUPPORT THE ARTS! The 2013 Room to Bloom Auction offers opportunities to purchase fine art, custom baubles, high-end vacation packages and so much more. We appreciate the generosity of our donors and are incredibly excited about all of the auction items in store for you. This year's auction will be hosted online for the first time...
read moreNew Design Book Excitement
My Amazon book orders are about to get heavy for my UPS guy. I am thrilled for all 5 of these new releases to bulk up my ever expanding design library. What books are you waiting on? Mario Buatta, my funny friend, is a design genius. You know this will be full of lovely design and silly surprises knowing Mario. Preorder HERE. Suzanna Salk is the perfect lady to share the style of C.Z. Guest with us. Order HERE. Suzanne Kasler is doing it again. Cannot wait! Preorder HERE. Fabulous Ronda Carmen is such an...
read moreSouthern Artist Spotlight Series: Christina Baker
Christina Baker Murfeesboro, Tennessee Basket of Kisses What is your training? I'm self taught. I have been painting or creating something most of my life and it has indeed been such a challenging yet fulfilling journey. What inspires you and your art? It could be almost anything at all. The weather, the smells from a new hand soap in our kitchen, colors, simple compositions from every day life such as the way the light hits a glass bottle sitting on the side of the road. I have always been very drawn to really...
read moreDivine Del Toro Slippers from Moda Operandi
Prince Albert Green Velvet Slipper Loafers With Snake Embroidery I am loving these lavish slippers from Moda Operandi. You can preorder for the next few days. I have become a flats by day girl and big girl shoes at night. It is hard to concentrate when your feets be a hurtin. Prince Albert Black Velvet Slipper Loafers With Mustache Embroidery Prince Albert Bubblegum Pink Velvet Slipper Loafers With Cannabis Leaf Prince Albert Bone Canvas Slipper Loafers With Winking Eye Embroidery Prince...
read moreBig News!!!! My Joss and Main Curated Sale…
I HAVE EXCITING NEWS! I will be hosting a Joss & Main Curated Sale starting Wednesday Night at 9pm ET. I am so excited to share my picks from Joss & Main that directly correlate with my personal design style. The whole process was terrific. I worked closely with the wonderful staff to handpick items based on my home, color choices, and style. We honed the 150+ items I chose down to 100 items which I would be happy to own at their terrific prices. Here is a little peak at the amazing finds you will find once...
read morePretty in Peach on Pinterest
Here are a few favorites found on my Pinterest board this week. I noted a trend in hue. Oscar Wilde Quote / Lilly / Currey Chandelier / Spicy Grapefruit Margarita / Cockatoo / Home Emporium Lamp / Flamingo Necklace / DVF Clutch / Calypso Quote / John Oetgen Photography I hope you have a peach of a weekend. Enjoy! Please make sure you "like" The English Room on Facebook. Follow @theenglishr on Twitter Follow Holly Phillips @ The English...
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