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What Is Patina?

What Is Patina?

The word “patina” comes up often in design and decorating, but not everyone knows its meaning.  Read on for a quick review of the word and how to bring it home… Pin ItContinue Reading

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Guest Post:  Unique DIY Crown Molding Projects

Guest Post: Unique DIY Crown Molding Projects

The following article is a guest post written by the folks at Worthington Millwork.  Read on for two unique ways to use crown molding to create decorative accents in your home. Pin ItContinue Reading

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Design Trend:  Faux Bois

Design Trend: Faux Bois

The term “faux bois” is French for “fake wood,” and it’s turning up all over the home decor world.  Check out some of the fun ways you can bring the faux bois trend to your home. Pin ItContinue Reading

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Design Dialogue – August 30, 2012

Design Dialogue – August 30, 2012

Hello, everyone!  Welcome to the weekly Design Dialogue! Pin ItContinue Reading

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What Is Shagreen?

What Is Shagreen?

Shagreen decorative items have been around since the time of the dynasties in China, and were popular in France hundreds of years ago.  We are seeing a surge in its popularity once again, but do you know what shagreen actually is? Pin ItContinue Reading

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Design Dialogue – August 9, 2012

Design Dialogue – August 9, 2012

Hello, everyone!  Welcome to the weekly Design Dialogue! Pin ItContinue Reading

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Dwell Studio Sample Sale – August 2012

Dwell Studio Sample Sale – August 2012

Dwell Studio is having its first ever on-line sample sale, and you are invited to save! Pin ItContinue Reading

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Organic Patterns and Geometric Patterns:  What Is the Difference?

Organic Patterns and Geometric Patterns: What Is the Difference?

Have you ever heard the term “organic pattern?” It has nothing to do with sustainable farming methods!  Read on to find out what “organic” means in relationship to interior design and how it differs from “geometric.” Pin ItContinue Reading

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Color Trend:  Plum

Color Trend: Plum

Purple is back!  In the coming year, we will see purple home decor welcomed back to the ranks of the trendy.  As you receive your fall catalogs showing off the new product collections, watch for ways to bring plum into your home decor. Pin ItContinue Reading

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What Is the Hand of a Fabric?

What Is the Hand of a Fabric?

If you have ever worked with a designer or decorator, or shopped for a fabric from designer sources, you may have heard the term “hand” in reference to fabric.  Read on to find out what this industry term means. Pin ItContinue Reading

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