Designer blends family heirlooms with cutting-edge textiles Jul 3, 2008
The kitchen features Roman shades in her bold, polka-dot Fuzz pattern just above the Ikea table and chairs and the aloe plant tended by her husband, Marc. The dining room has panels in her Oodles design that flank the family hand-me-down buffet tables and mirror. (AZCentral -- Home)
Holland America Line's New ms Eurodam Blends Traditional Dutch Art and New Works Jun 27, 2008
The white mother-of-pearl colored flowers will be lit up in different shades that change throughout the day with brighter colors during the day and warmer colors through the evening. The Atrium piece is designed by VFD/ Vincent Jansen and executed by the Dutch company, Transtech, who has a second abstract ceiling sculpture featured in the main Dining Room. (PR Newswire)
Garden Club tour features six homes on Saturday Jun 19, 2008
A lily garden features a new species; a pergola and trellis draped with honeysuckle shades a fishpond and waterfall. -- The Dunlaps maintain an informal cottage garden, with many of the plants pre-dating their 36-year tenure there. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Road to the White House Jun 15, 2008
Ralph Lauren Home offers 60 shades of white paint in its White Wash collection ... Jeanne Babel, owner of Babel's Paint & Decorating in Norwood, says, "We always chuckle when a customer comes in and says, `I just want some white paint,' " as Babel's offers more than 100 shades ... Interior designer Kelly McGuill goes for the pure whites, her favorites being Benjamin Moore White and Decorator White, because these shades are clean and soothing. (Boston Globe)
Antiques and Beyond boasts European furniture, animal heads Jun 3, 2008
Chandeliers, lamps, shades and wall sconces are in plentiful supply. Prices range from a few dollars to $5,000. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
Eclectic equality May 20, 2008
The tall lamps resemble sculptural pieces: tailored, curving forms topped with black shades. Their height balances the Art Deco armoire on the opposite wall. (AZCentral -- Style)
Weekend Planner: Bunny party, wine tasting, triathlon on tap for weekend May 16, 2008
The Shades of Jade Regional Garden Club will hold its annual plant sale at Northbridge Mall from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. A large assortment of donated pots and planters, perennials, annuals, hostas and day lilies will be available. A sports card and collectible show will be held at Northbridge Mall from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.. (Albert Lea Tribune, MN)
Great seats available May 15, 2008
The soft shades also have a calming feel and don't detract from the landscape, which features paloverde trees. The blue accents work well with the hints of orange found in the stone of the fireplace and in the woods in the room, Schultz said. (AZCentral -- Home)
Beauty and the Bairs: Museum a study in luxury May 11, 2008
Ceramic rooster lamps bearing fringed shades rest on a nearby table. Around the corner is the dining room, where a multi-tiered crystal chandelier hangs startlingly low over the English dining-room table. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Classifieds 5/2/08 May 3, 2008
appliances, Roman shades, mini blinds, furniture, children-adult brand name clothing, shoes, purses, Christmas decorations, outside play toys, goose outfits, precious moments, and MUCH MORE. EVERYTHING MUST GO. (Pontiac Daily Leader, IL)
Classic warm, simple accents inspire Boston's brasseries decor Apr 17, 2008
Brass Chandelier: A modern take on the antique with scrolling arms and a brass finish - try no shades to make it look older. Georgian 6-Arm, $450, Restoration Hardware. (Boston Globe)
Rome hotels at a price that's right Apr 12, 2008
Rooms: The 12 clubby rooms have dark carpets, striped upholstery in rich shades of green and gold, plush furnishings and sound-proof, wood-paneled walls. If this hotel were in the city center, it would easily command twice its rates. (CNN -- Travel)
2008 Designers' Showcase home in Buckhead Apr 8, 2008
Both hold Chinese urn lamps with shades of blues and beiges. A deep armchair sports pale blue velvet cushions. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
A home that runs in the blood Apr 4, 2008
The main floor in fact, much of the house was repainted in assorted shades of rich beige that resemble "vanilla ice cream." The hardwood floors were refinished and given a darker stain. One wall in the dining room is painted a pale greenish-blue and Ms. MacDonald commissioned matching curtains made of heavy woven linen in a pattern that's a fresh take on an old English chintz from the British design firm Osborne and Little. (Globe and Mail)
Her interior designs are filled with tradition and fun Mar 27, 2008
She also found two porcelain Gord table lamps with paper shades from. They rest on Lucite nesting tables from. (Boston Globe)
Go eclectic at Paris on Ponce Mar 26, 2008
Lighting options include chandeliers, table lamps with fringed shades and Tiffany-style pole lamps. Items you may not know you need could be an antique silver basket, a Russian samovar, a piece of stained glass, vintage suitcases, a model sailing ship or a purple feather boa. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
They'll always have Paris Mar 1, 2008
The living room's curvy 1930s ceramic table lamps, found in the famous Paris flea market, Marche aux Puces de Saint-Ouen, are topped with black shades lined in a gold-hued paper "so they glow at night," Lehmann says. She marvels at the care given another flea-market find, a Louis XV-style bench by a Paris upholsterer. (AZCentral -- Home)
Tips for Spring Decorating Feb 17, 2008
Otherwise, use paint several shades darker than the actual piece. For example, a chest soft yellow could have the drawers and edges outlined in a rich, gold tone. (Suite101.com)
Snug as a good pair of jeans Feb 2, 2008
Two-tone palette: In every room Dahan painted, he used two shades of the same color. "It brings life and depth to a room," he says. (AZCentral -- Home)
Ballet's diamond gala glitters Jan 26, 2008
" The night was also about food, fun and fashion. At City Hall, for $1,000 to $3,500 a ticket, McCall Associates served Champagne, caviar from ice sculptures and lamb chops. Within hours of the end of the workday, event planner Robert Fountain and his workers transformed the government building into a glitzy social club. The silvery decor evoked a moonlit, snowy night in the woods, but the fashions told another tale. The story this year was all about color, in the gowns and in the bling. There... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Sir Edmund Hillary, 88, first on Everest Jan 11, 2008
The vast panorama of the Himalayas lay before them: fleecy clouds and the pastel shades of Tibet to the north, and in all directions sweeping ranks of jagged mountains, cloud-filled valleys, great natural amphitheaters of snow and rock, and the glittering Kangshung Glacier 10,000 feet below. There was a modest celebration. (International Herald Tribune)
Buggy display draws attention Jan 3, 2008
Black vinyl window shades can be lowered to keep the rain out on the sides and back. We went to several Amish events when I lived in Missouri, Elbert Qualls said. (The Town Crier, AR)
Art defines downtown loft Dec 22, 2007
Other walls are various shades of sage green and khaki. Wright and McKee said that initially, they were concerned about hanging art on walls that weren't painted white. (AZCentral -- Home)
More of this story Dec 15, 2007
They also make custom hand-blown lighting shades. All pieces are made in limited production or are one-offs and range in price from a 200 lighting fixture to a dining table for 6,000. (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)
Parade of Homes Dec 7, 2007
- 5305 Raven St.: Evelyn Skow s home features a decorated courtyard and an elegant interior that uses several shades of red. Garland, glassware and other furnishings add to Skow s classic decorating style, and one room is devoted to her doll and angel collection. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
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Wednesday, December 05, 2007. The other side of Mexico. (Searcy Daily Citizen, AR)
Pick a color and decorate Nov 25, 2007
The bold Christmas decorating style matches the rich colors in the house chocolate brown paired with blue, striped wallpaper in shades of brown, warm gold and rust. I like a lot of rich color, Jones said. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
CLASSIFIED 11/13/07 Nov 14, 2007
Call for other sizes/ varieties/ shades. 217-886-2316. (Pontiac Daily Leader, IL)
They normally let their bats do the talking Nov 3, 2007
(He took off the shades when he sat down. Asked about the meaning of "Manny being Manny," No. 24 told Leno he just tries to be himself. (Boston Globe)
Five hotels: Paris at a price that's right Nov 1, 2007
The 43 stylish suites are decorated in shades of pistachio, slate gray, beige or royal blue and furnished with designer chairs and bedside tables. Thick cottons, heavy velvets and natural wool add both comfort and texture. (CNN -- Travel)
Mauve revival casts bright glow on walls Oct 27, 2007
People are adding lavender, which comes in shades that range from pink and blue to gray and white, as a neutral instead of an accent color because it works with the qualities of almost any color. "I really think it has a lot to do with the fact that the rosy pink tones complement chocolate, which is so hot," says Lyssa Styers, who runs her own Nashville-area interior design business, Right At Home. (AZCentral -- Home)
At Drouot, a collector's dream in Haute Epoque works Oct 26, 2007
Its grisaille color scheme in contrasting shades of deep black and silvery white with light touches of gold and salmony pink gives it a vigor and lightness that are remarkable. Never exhibited since the 1900 Exposition Universelle, the tazza aroused enormous excitement in collecting circles. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Greenwich offers ritzy shopping up and down The Avenue Oct 17, 2007
At Kimono Art (16 Greenwich Ave., 203-422-2322), director Jerry Hammer sells kimonos as well as pillows, footstools, lamp shades, and neckties fashioned from pieces of vintage kimonos. If luxury leather appeals more than silk, dinoffer (348 Greenwich Ave., 203-622-8238, ) probably has the wallet, belt, briefcase, handbag, or desk set you're looking for, including the full Longchamp line. (Boston Globe)
Style's Up In Santa Cruz Sep 30, 2007
In the middle of a weeklong stay, they were especially pleased that they could come as late as they liked to the buffet breakfast, which includes the inn's trademark hard-boiled eggs in natural Easter-basket shades of green, blue, brown and almond. They also appreciated the privacy: The guest rooms have no common walls, and the innkeepers have mastered the art of making themselves scarce while seeing to all their guests' needs. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Wild, wild West thrives in Buckhead home Sep 25, 2007
A dark brown chandelier is softened by amber beaded shades. The first floor master bedroom is accented by a painting of horses over the headboard. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
Vintage Halloween Paper Dcor Sep 24, 2007
Early lanterns often came with an integral metal candle holder, but when the dangers of candles and cardboard became obvious, manufacturers began producing shades that were designed to hang over light bulbs. Lanterns and shades were manufactured in Germany and in the U.S, by Dolly Toy Company, Beistle, Gibson Art, F.N. Burt, and others ... Like lanterns and shades, diecuts were made in both the U.S. and Germany. (Suite101.com)
Young money is big Sep 22, 2007
Marketing manager Tan Theng Theng said: "Teenagers are more exposed and experimental now. It is natural that they start exploring cosmetics at a much younger age. What we have is a younger range that caters to these girls, with products in lighter shades and cuter packaging.". Even so, the packaging is not the sole factor when it comes to making a purchase, at least not for 16-year-old student Lung Wen Si. (Channel NewsAsia, Singapore)
Subdued color, eco-friendly designs highlight Marin Designers Showcase Sep 20, 2007
And Hershon and her design partner, JoAnn Hartley, toned down their usually exuberant color palette to organic, natural shades that didn't steal the show from the eucalyptus trees outside ... Vintage textiles became lampshades in the hands of Ginger Takehashi, dead burl oak formed a table in Scott Cunningham's eco-styled sitting room, a contractor's trash metamorphosed into mirrors in Rachel Finlay Ginis' upstairs bath ... Big windows and window seats convey that reference in the showcase... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Asian motifs, metallics lead design trends Sep 13, 2007
In the works for almost a year, the Lauren Home collection includes sheets, towels and bed coverings in eight earthy shades ... It's still "mirror, mirror on the wall," but the looking-glass look extends to tables, lamps, chandelier shades, room dividers, chests, bar carts and trays. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Alice Rawsthorn Aug 27, 2007
It is a blown glass replica of a cluster of old lampshades that he found when browsing in local flea markets ... By creating a new object from old ones - in this case, from flea market lampshades - Laarman triggers memories of things we remember from the past ... Even if we haven't seen lampshades precisely like his, it seems so familiar that we transfer our emotional associations from the old objects to the new one. (International Herald Tribune)
A bucket of relics from Napoleonic era Jul 28, 2007
The vibrant colouring in shades of brown, green, blue and yellow, recalls the wares of China's ancient Tang dynasty. No wonder the owners hadn't a clue what it was when they called in Bonhams & Goodman senior specialist Dalia Stanley for a valuation. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Eco-Luxury Sets the Tone for the Architectural Digest Greenroom at the 59th Primetime Emmy(R) Awards Jul 24, 2007
"These influences mix with a casual California attitude and eco-friendly elements to round out the form and functionality of the room." For the first time, the Architectural Digest Greenroom will be green both ecologically and in color, with various shades used throughout. The room's wood-paneled walls are being constructed with reclaimed wood from a local California high school football stadium, and all textiles are made with 100% natural fibers. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Changes come for merchants Jul 17, 2007
Candy Smith has also been busy moving her business, Shades of Gray, to its new location just down the boardwalk ... Shades of Gray offers what Smith says is contemporary clothing for women of all ages ... eaver's portion of the store won't be open on Saturdays, but for those who want to shop at Shades of Gray, I will be open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturdays. (Brewton Standard, AL)
Civil War images haunting Jul 14, 2007
Haunting shades of gray Show's Civil War images likely to stay with viewers. By The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Published on: 07/14/2007. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Florida Panhandle beckons Jul 13, 2007
In Seaside, chef Jim Shirley, author of "Good Grits: Southern Boy Cooks" and owner of the Fish House in Pensacola, has opened the Great Southern Cafe in the cottage cafe formerly occupied by Shades. The most popular menu item is Grits a Ya Ya, smoked Gouda cheese grits topped with bacon, spinach and mushrooms in cream gravy, with shrimp and "sweet potato hay." Rich, indeed. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Heirlooms help home herald your heritage Jun 23, 2007
Others are flamboyant, painted in bright colors we don't care for or in shades too soft for our bolder furnishings. Though most heirlooms have been passed down through generations, some are newer items cherished by older family members but not necessarily by us. (AZCentral -- Home)
Constant craving Jun 18, 2007
I was gutted and thought I'd better get over to my preferred cheap-sunnies emporium quick smart for a replacement pair, because shades are something you really need, right ... They're only the "it" shades of this season and I already had a pair I'd forgotten about ... I might have spent only another $20 on a new pair, so it wasn't just that I would have wasted the money, or even the carbon emissions involved in procuring those shades; what came home to me is that I would have bought something... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Built to hilt to blend with setting Jun 16, 2007
Mortar-set flagstone pavers in varied shades of red lead past the antique-painted garage doors. The flagstone pavers were reclaimed from a Phoenix site. (AZCentral -- Home)
The value of restoration Jun 10, 2007
That s where being an artist is really helpful, he said of custom blending paints, noting that the most challenging colors to match are shades of yellow and white. Mixing colors was always a strength of his and one of the reasons he got into the business by helping his mother at her antique shop, Nilsson said. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Cat hoarders 'mean well ... lose control' Jun 6, 2007
"And, if you pull up on a warm day and all the windows are down and the shades are drawn, that is another bad sign. "I keep a book of misery, pictures of the houses I've been in. This is almost always a common element. (Pawtucket Times, RI)
Rudolph house saved; foundation director coming to Sarasota May 25, 2007
It has shades on the north and south sides to provide protection from the sun - an idea he used on the "Umbrella House" in Lido Shores a couple years before ... It has shades on the north and south sides to provide protection from the sun - an idea he used on the "Umbrella House" in Lido Shores a couple years before. (Herald-Tribune)
And if antiques are your thing, don't miss Antique Row on Castle Street May 22, 2007
"After a shopping spree at Monkee's, get beautiful next door with a makeover at its sister store, Blush where you can find high-end beauty brands like Laura Mercier, Kiehl's and Lip Fusion. They also offer in-store beauty services such as waxing, facials and in-demand eyelash extensions by Lindsey Bush. Details: Monkee's, (910) 256-5886; www.shopmonkees.com. Blush: (910) 256-1151.Island Passage: You just can't come to Wilmington without falling in love with Island Passage. Their free-spirited,... (The Morning Star)
'Accommodating' defines New Hampshire inn May 20, 2007
The inn's decor tends to be traditionally bed-and-breakfasty, meaning lots of floral patterns, lace curtains, fringed lamp shades, and period antiques. It's not suffocating, though -- not the taste of an elderly grandmother, but a middle-aged aunt. (Boston Globe)
Lavender becomes the new neutral May 19, 2007
Neutral does not have to mean shades of beige. It's a grounding background color that does not call attention to itself, but allows everything around it to stand out. (AZCentral -- Home)
Couple builds bold shrine to their art collection May 4, 2007
""Lou's braver, but I'm classier," Jeanne added, chuckling.Room to roomArtwork decorates every room of the house, even the kitchen and bathrooms. On the first floor, a 10-foot bistro painting of a man in a top hat, wooing a woman in a flapper dress, stands behind a baby grand piano near a red chaise. Another large painting of a mysterious, swaggering young man wearing shades adds interest to the room. Lou loves "the dimensions of the character and the fact that he's not really showing me his... (The Morning Star)
Dating: Time it takes to know? May 2, 2007
Welcome to AccessAtlanta. Laney is 25 and a native Yankee who has been living in the South for several years. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Family renovates instead of moving Apr 29, 2007
"The pattern is Las Palmas, and it has seven shades of green in it, plus a warm shade of light pecan. We pulled greens from that fabric for the beach-glass colored walls, for the 48-inch square ottoman/cocktail table, for the dining-room chair seats, for the sofa and club chairs. The palette is soft and brings in the colors of nature and water, which is one way to work a Caribbean theme."The other is to go for the bright colors -- that's the Martinique look. The guest bathroom in this house has... (Herald-Tribune)
Weekend Guide Apr 26, 2007
TIFFANY CONCERT SERIES Featuring the North Allegheny Strolling Strings," Calvary United Methodist Church, North Side, Sun. 4 p.m. $10. 412-323-1070. ROCK ATRIA'S PNC Park, 412-322-1850. Wed.: Hewlett/Anderson 6 p.m. BACKDRAFT LOUNGE Baldwin, 412-884-9948. Sat.: Boss Diablo 4 p.m. BILLY'S ROADHOUSE Wexford, 724-934-1177. Tues.: Hewlett/Anderson 5 p.m. BLOOMFIELD BRIDGE TAVERN 4412 Liberty Ave., 412-682-8611. Fri.: Blindsider w/Rainstation Zero, Sat.: Cultivator, Mona Lethal, All By My Self 10... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Saving the plant at home Apr 10, 2007
6- all external North facing windows with shades and an awning with hanging shades on the North side of the house. the darn Sydney water folks have replaced the water meter twice already, claiming it's not working properly. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Vanderham home provides welcoming atmosphere Apr 5, 2007
The luxurious bathroom was completely remodeled in subtle shades and natural elements to provide a soothing retreat. It includes a large walk-in shower for him, a lovely vanity area and jetted tub for her. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
The finest Easter eggs of all Apr 1, 2007
Constantly experimenting with colors and techniques, he became renowned for 150 incredible new shades that made their mark on the fashion houses of London and Paris. London ladies especially liked Faberg. (Woonsocket Call, RI)
Make yourself at home: Designer helps clients get comfortable Feb 23, 2007
Since the living room flowed into the dining room, Pratt also re-covered the dining room chairs and chandelier shades in the fabric used on the living room settee. Buffington had such a good experience, she asked Pratt to redo her master bedroom next. (North County Times)
Here's some easy home-work for you Feb 15, 2007
Shades of blue, green, even red, purple and brown are what she calls "dirty" neutrals, colors that are just as versatile as buff and cream but "are so much more interesting and uplifting to live with.". Hoppen, a London art gallery owner, has written several books about decorating and color and knows the word neutral conjures up an image of "rather dreary, nondescript beige." She tries to change that with beautiful photos of rooms painted violet, celery and tangerine, explaining how they work... (Mail Tribune, OR)
Willo Home Tour Feb 10, 2007
The jade is in rich shades of gold and tan, not the more typical green ... Done in muted shades of tan, navy and sage green, not the more typical bright reds, it matches the room's soft green walls. (AZCentral -- Home)
Deals aplenty at film festival Jan 28, 2007
She's a blonde in "Never Forever" and has dark hair in "Joshua'' -- shades of Kim Novak in "Vertigo. " Farmiga also changed her look for the Qe had on a long black coat, taking questions about "Never Forever," but removed it when she came onstage following the "Joshua" screening. Sundance audiences ask the darndest things. After "Adrift in Manhattan" -- starring Heather Graham as a New Yorker who initiates sex with a stalker -- someone asked the actress, "If I stalked you, would you go to bed... (San Francisco Chronicle)
