Monday, October 31, 2011

To a happy start



Filling Spaces-new showroom is a great space for showing my merchandize especially with more square footage-SO EXCITING! 
I don’t have to share my space -like before.Can have an actual bed to display a” bedding ensemble” – Hurray!
OMG, these big windows-can’t wait to endow them with my gorgeous custom draperies,forcing people to gaze, again and again!
The property owners Henry Kofron,Peter Michaelson and David Hassin have turned this corner building into dream stores for many one-of-a-kind businesses-many women owned.
 Oh,talking about creative women-Peter’s daughter’s blog is exquisite. It comprises of pictures and updates concerning the transformation of the film exchange building.
To be amidst like-minded people is the best part – its like I’m in a CREATIVE POWERHOUSE.I have LOOT showroom on my right.Interior designer Julie Peirce has so many great things in her store.

Kathy Maughan has her studio in the neighborhood. I interned with her 10 years ago – find memories!  She has a great showroom offering Kitchen and bath remodeling services.
Another cool apparel designer in our hood is Hillary Day. Her collection of tailored and sophisticated raincoats is worth checking out. 
Jutta Bach designs and makes custom cake. They are absolutely yummy–tasted a few last week. I’m so glad she’s around the corner to satisfy my sweet carvings"


Will update you on more inspiring talents around next week.
I’M OPEN NOW, just got my new signage and door decals.I believe they look chic.Stop by sometime to share your opinion.
I will have an official opening in FEBRUARY, as I have a container with exciting treasures and furniture coming from INDIA by end of November or early DECEMBER!There are so many intricate design pieces I am still designing and adding to my collection coming on the container – my fantastic team in India makes anything I design!
I have been busier than ever in my life, feels like a dream! PINCH ME - NO STOP, don’t wake me because I have waited for this for almost 5 years now. It is nice to see all my hard work getting recognized. Especial thanks to my designer friends,loyal customers and all my new acquaintances.


New store hours are Tuesday through Saturday 11.00am to 5.30pm. Hopefully, will see you at my store soon.

Monday, October 10, 2011

Bringing Room to life with Tribal prints



Today’s guest post is from Susi, a writer for Arcadian Lighting, a fabulous source online for lamps and light fixtures for your home at reasonable prices. The Arcadian Lighting blog is a good resource for tips and trends in lighting fixtures. 
Tribal prints, those colorful and bold patterns from around the globe, add so much color, pattern and texture to a room. Bring your rooms to life with tribal prints used in textiles, rugs, curtains, upholstery and other decorative objects. We've gathered some rooms that are alive with tribal pattern. Be inspired!

Tribal prints add amazing color, pattern and texture to a room.  Whether you use fabric, rugs or other materials with tribal prints, these prints will definitely add life to your room.

Tribal prints, in the form of Moroccan poufs and a Kilim rug, liven up this neutral living room. Neutral walls don't compete with the riot of color and pattern from the poufs and rug.

Ikat has become such a popular print it is easy to forget that it is a tribal print from Bali.  Ikat print works for upholstery, curtains, pillows, and rugs... the list goes on and on.

A contemporary bathroom gets a dose of color and style from a tribal print wall hanging and a tribal rug.  Both add color and pattern to the minimalist space.

Navajo rugs and prints are perfect for modern lodge and rustic styles.  These graphic tribal prints and other Southwestern prints are making a comeback.

A Suzani fabric used as a throw and Ikat patterned pillows add color, pattern and texture to this bed.  Mixing different tribal prints with eclectic furnishings and light fixtures gives a room a cool bohemian style.

Tribal prints are not limited to textiles and rugs. These woven baskets have a great graphic pattern that is shown off by hanging them as wall décor in this foyer.

Dutch wax cloth, ubiquitous throughout Africa, is a boldly patterned and colorful tribal print. It is great for pillows, accent pieces, like ottomans, or other decorative accessories.
 
Thank you for a lovely post Susi.                                     

Sunday, October 2, 2011

Ever Heard of Modenus?



Modenus is a place where design professionals and anyone else passionate about interior design can connect in design forums, find inspiration in daily blogs, and see Before and After submissions.

It's a place where you can view fabrics, furniture, tile, lighting, wallpaper, accessories and more from around the world. Filling Spaces is a registered trade professional with Modenus.
 
How do you find us? You can search for "catalog" in the Resources section. There choose Walls, Windows & Textiles.

Once you find us from anywhere in the world, you can view samples of our fabrics, see what colors are available and a description of the material.

Now the fun begins. Everything is customizable and not expensive. Try us! You'll see.

BTW, one of the hot new trends in motifs is nature. The bottom picture is just one way to bring the outdoors inside.