Wednesday, February 1, 2012


ikat chair and ottoman
Wear your thinking cap when cutting bold patterns!

Saturday, April 23, 2011

What is old
is new again.
Pictorial adds charm to fireside chairs.

Saturday, November 27, 2010



Dated upholstered wing chairs are new again in slipcovers fabricated in an icy Duralee flocked linen.
Specified by Vinette Varvaro, Art and Interior Design.











Moravian star pendants add charm and style to the freshly painted room.
A work in process.... awaiting rug and artwork.








Friday, October 29, 2010

Comfortable and sophisticated seating, Lee swivel stools upholstered in canvas, perfect for slipcovers fabricated with dressmaker details - braid trim and covered buttons, specified by and for a kitchen designed by Mary Ann Gillen through www.InteriorElementsHome.com

Sunday, August 29, 2010

Bedrooms inspired by tradition

"Wall lamps and bed by Axel Vervoordt. Headboard in taffeta plaid by Brunschwig & Fils. Antique French quilt."
Jean Bond Rafferty


Source: photo and text VERANDA Sept. 2010

Seaside guestroom: custom headboard, bedskirt and window shade specified and fabricated by Sarah Horton.
Custom bedding designed and specified by Joyce Jordan Interiors fabricated by Sarah Horton.

Custom bedding is costly; hence a commitment. Upholstered headboard, tailored skirt and Matelasse or solid quilt combine to create a custom look that endures.

Custom Euros and pillow shams tie the scheme together.




Source: OOPS! I don't remember where I tore this - Maybe HOUSE BEAUTIFUL?

Click on the links to view more inspired design...
http://www.karenrobertsoncollection.com/
http://brookegiannetti.typepad.com/velvet_and_linen/my-projects/

How to upholster a headboard?
Click on link.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1AAFMJ-CDak&feature=related

Wednesday, May 26, 2010

Good things keep getting better!
Much loved mahogany chair updated to coordinate with a coastal theme fabricated in a luminous coral tapestry by Stroheim and Romann.Dot back with button closure.

Detail of contrast bias welt and ties...