Most people recognize a monogram as initials or a set of letters combined to make one sign of identity. A monogram was first used as a royal signature and was originally seen on coins and artwork to identify people of importance. During the Victorian era members of high class society started adopting the monogram to be used as a symbol that represented their place in society.
Female monograms had the first initial on the left, middle initial on the right, and last initial embroidered larger in the middle. That is hardly the case anymore. Now a days you will find monograms on just about everything: bags, belts, shoes, sheets, pillows, towels, car seats and stationery. You will see playful, whimsical, traditional, understated and elegant monograms these days. Not to mention a monogram can now be a whole name rather than just initials.
In regards to interiors I think that you should have no reason not to monogram towels, bedding, accessories and kitchen goods but just use it in moderation. If you decide to get monogrammed towels then hold off on the monogrammed sheets or lamp shades. If you choose to monogram your glasses then pair them with non-monogrammed flatware. Monogramming is an easy way to make a room or accessories look clean, crisp and elegant, be careful however because you can easily over do it and need to know when enough is enough.
Friday, January 22, 2010
Friday, January 15, 2010
Picture Frame Wall
Do you have a wall in your home or apartment that is either small or awkward and not in such great shape? You would love to put up some artwork but nothing ever seems to fit quite right? Have you ever considered a frame collection? They are perfect for that small awkward niche that might normally be overlooked or you can take it to the other extreme and make it into the focal point of a room on a larger wall.
Your first step is to decide if you would prefer something more grid like and structured or free flowing and organic. Grid layouts work really well when you have multiple frame sizes. Whether you are hanging in a group or a row, just make sure each frame edge will line up with the frame next to it. Pay attention to where the hanging height of the frame will be because not all frames are the same. It is a good idea to have your largest and most noticeable frame in the middle and let the other frames branch out off of it. A good distance between the frames is 2-4 inches. For the smaller frames stay closer to the 2 inches and the 4 inches for the larger.
If you are using all black frames it could be a bit startling on a white wall. If the wall is not too large you might want to consider painting the wall a dark color. Two great options are a dark grey and a cerulean blue. Both will leave you with a very sophisticated look.
Good Luck Hanging!
Your first step is to decide if you would prefer something more grid like and structured or free flowing and organic. Grid layouts work really well when you have multiple frame sizes. Whether you are hanging in a group or a row, just make sure each frame edge will line up with the frame next to it. Pay attention to where the hanging height of the frame will be because not all frames are the same. It is a good idea to have your largest and most noticeable frame in the middle and let the other frames branch out off of it. A good distance between the frames is 2-4 inches. For the smaller frames stay closer to the 2 inches and the 4 inches for the larger.
If you are using all black frames it could be a bit startling on a white wall. If the wall is not too large you might want to consider painting the wall a dark color. Two great options are a dark grey and a cerulean blue. Both will leave you with a very sophisticated look.
Good Luck Hanging!
Saturday, January 9, 2010
The 2010 Color of the year is TURQUOISE
It is in...the 2010 pantone color of the year is turquoise. Turquoise represents deep compassion and healing and is also the color of faith and hope. How appropriate is that for 2010? The color is influenced by the sky and water and for many represents the idea of an escape. Many people are craving escapism after a tough year and what better to put in your house than a color that reminds you of a resort destination.
So how can we use turquoise in our homes? Turquoise works really well with most colors in the spectrum. It adds stimulation to neutrals and browns, complements reds and pinks, creates a nautical look with deep blues, livens up greens and is trendy with yellows.
Turquoise can be used in both formal and informal applications.
It can easily look both elegant on dressy silks or casual on linens and cottons. Being that it is such a versatile color it works well as a accent color in a room rather than the dominant color. Turquoise works very well in powder rooms and bedrooms. It adds warmth and excitement to any cool space. It is also a great accent color in a kitchen being used on tiles, table linens or appliances to create some vibrancy in the room.
"Turquoise is universally appealing. It puts everyone in the same state of mind- on vacation." Says Jane Shoenborn of Lilly Pulitzer.
So how can we use turquoise in our homes? Turquoise works really well with most colors in the spectrum. It adds stimulation to neutrals and browns, complements reds and pinks, creates a nautical look with deep blues, livens up greens and is trendy with yellows.
Turquoise can be used in both formal and informal applications.
It can easily look both elegant on dressy silks or casual on linens and cottons. Being that it is such a versatile color it works well as a accent color in a room rather than the dominant color. Turquoise works very well in powder rooms and bedrooms. It adds warmth and excitement to any cool space. It is also a great accent color in a kitchen being used on tiles, table linens or appliances to create some vibrancy in the room.
"Turquoise is universally appealing. It puts everyone in the same state of mind- on vacation." Says Jane Shoenborn of Lilly Pulitzer.
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