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This is the latest photography from Cormar Carpets and it’s absolutely stunning.  It was styled by the very talented Lucyina Moodie.  I love her choice of colour for the wall, very dramatic.

I wanted to share these pretty chairs with you as they are certainly ‘of the moment’ with the strong ‘folk’ trend still going strongthe.  Each swatch of fabric has been carefully handpicked by the designer; Kelly Swallows.  I think this chair would look great as a statement piece in the livingroom or bedroom.  Kelly has just launched her website and is available for commissions.

Here is what Kelly has to say about hers designs-my chairs are individually sourced vintage pieces, each with its own unique charm. The personality of every piece is rediscovered by painstakingly and lovingly choosing an exciting collection of fabrics to create unique pieces with newfound splendour. The fabrics range from vintage to designer including  Kenzo, Zoffany, Liberty, Andrew Martin, Designers Guild, Osborne & Little, Lorca, Mulberry – an eclectic mix with exciting and surprising contrasts.

Kelly Swallows

I regularly get approached by graduates who are looking for work experience placements with us.  Sometimes I am able to offer a position but not all the time.  Rather than just filling away CV’s and examples of their work, I thought it would be a great idea to showcase some of the students who really stood out to me  (with their permission of course!)  Below is the work of Aidie Liggins, a Printed Textiles and Surface Pattern Design student at Leeds College of Art.  Aidie says that she is “passionate about colour and pattern and loves the idea of bringing an interior to life with a bit of imagination”.  I think her work is stunning.

Above is a picture of Aidie’s work in situ.  I think the fabric looks great on the chair.

I don’t know if it’s right to wax lyrical about my sister’s latest collection of works but I’m going to do it anyway!  She is a painter based in Biarritz and has just finished a joint exhibition in Ondres, France; with the next major show in August at St Jean de Luz.  If France is a little too far away then the good news is Abi now sells her work by email through the Blog. If you’re looking for something specific then just ask as she also commissions nudes and portraits (she’s just sent some works off to Abu Dhabi!!).  I have a nude in beautiful autumnal colours; it’s a self portrait so it’s hung in the bedroom rather than the livingroom!!

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I came across these gorgeous designs on Facebook as Catalina is a friend of Pippa Jameson Interiors.  I think they are absolutely stunning.  The images below show the Brazilian fashion brand Anunciaçao’s latest collection using Catalina’s illustrations.  For more of her work visit: catalinaestrada.

Clothes designed by Maria Elvira Crosara
Photographer: Pancho Tolchinsky
Model: Taisa
Makeup and Hair: Greison Albuquerque
for info on sales please contact contato@anunciacao.com

Bright colours continue to be a key look for 2010.  As predicted in our trend forecast last year (colour blocking feature) we are now starting to see this trend really come to light.  Nearly all of the high street stores, including BHS, Matalan, Next, Marks & Spencer & Habitat, have a bright and confident collection that will launch over the next few months.  If you want to create the look but are a bit scared of committing to a large piece of bright furniture then why not start out with some accessories to see how well they work within your room.  This will also avoid any costly mistakes.

Credits: Glass vases, mugs, clock, plastic tubs, cake stands all from the lovely Hambledon; yellow lamp, orange stool and yellow cube all from Habitat

Below are some fantastic examples of adding bright pieces of furniture.  If you live in a home with a neutral colour palette, this makes the perfect backdrop for introducing splashes of vibrant furniture such as dining chairs or a sofa.  You can see below how well these orange chairs work within this white kitchen.  Not only do they make a statement but they also bring personality and style to the room.  The same applies with the lime green sofa and chairs.  Although the sofa is not to my taste, you can see how successful the scheme is.

Credits: White & orange room: open-space-interior-design1234.freshhome, lime and white room: open-space-interior-design1234.freshhome

Credit: Bedding from Really Linda Barker

Colour is an affordable and effective way of making a change to our homes and can quickly transform a room or house exterior. It can also help cement a theme and bring a ‘look’ together.

To provide you with some colour inspiration, we are excited to present the predicted colour trends for 2010, carefully selected by the experienced ‘Trends Panel’ at Crown paints. The innovative colour palettes represent directions that the panel believes will be key for interiors this year.

Terra

The earthen hues of the natural world with a striking contemporary twist. A bold palette of warm oranges and burnt reds complimented with greys, purples and dusky pinks, resulting in a truly modern look.

St Germaine

As the name suggests, a colour palette inspired by timeless Parisian style. Think strong, monochromatic shades, teamed with elegant, rich detailing. A sophisticated twist on the baroque themes of last decade.

Simple Beauty

Reflecting one of the hottest trends right now, this theme touches on sustainability, craft and tradition. Experiment with neutral shades and accents of green and purple.

New Mexico

A fresh take on a classic theme inspired by the hot hues of the Mexican desert. Burnt oranges, yellows and dusty taupes feature, with accents of greying whites and midnight blue.

Paperback

Taking inspiration from a well-thumbed novel, this colour palette is based on comfortable, familiar pastels, teamed with the freshness of olive green and yellow.

Plush

Decadence encapsulated. Create drama at home with an intense colour palette of rich purples, and an eclectic mix of textured homewares.

I wanted to introduce you to a company called Dolly Plops as I have just commissioned them to design a canvas for my daughters bedroom.  Founded by Victoria Connolly, Dolly Plops offers a wide range of Illustrations including mural designs for children’s bedrooms, cards & invitations, canvas paintings and face painting.  Below are a few of her illustrations.  Dolly Plops is based in London but is happy to travel for commissions.  Contact: dollyplops@rocketmail.com

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Due to the current financial climate, many homeowners are taking the time to stay in their homes and enjoy them a bit more due to either not selling at the moment or saving money.
We are quite used to the garish wallpapers of the old houses we grew up in and so in true rebellious style everyone began to paint their houses white, off white or even cream!

Wall Murals

The image is by Rockettsgeorge

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KITSCH

Bright, fun, decorative and comical; these are the words I’d use to describe Kitsch.  Not for the faint hearted, this is a look that will brighten up any room in the home.  If you want to create this style but you’re a little scared to commit to a large room then why not have some fun and go for a Kitsch toilet?  It will be a good talking point when friends come over!

Kitsch Trends 2009/2010, Pippa Jameson Interiors

COLOUR BLOCKING

This is going to be a big trend for Spring/Summer 2009.  Coming straight from the catwalks of Vogue, you can expect to see this filtering through to the Homes and Interiors with bold blocks of colour on cushions, rugs, wallpaper and fabrics.

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