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Color Notes
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I just blogged a few notes on color over on Haus Maus and after writing it, I thought that some of you may enjoy stopping by to read it. If you’re interested, of course.
Here’s the link.
(mood board by holly becker)
http://www.decor8.blogspot.com

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Got a Passion for Purple?
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PointClickHome just posted a slideshow with lots of purple finds, including some of their favorite paint colors by Benjamin Moore. They didn’t highlight Passion Plum 2073-30 but I have to add that to the list because it’s a deep hue that is so rich and delicious…
I really like this cane coat stand from Red [...]

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Color Me Monday: Green
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It’s March 17th , how can I not mention green today? For some inspiring rooms in this grassy hue don’t miss this. And below I have a few green (color not eco) products for you to enjoy!
Guide: 1. Green light frame, 2. atom art bowl, 3. kate spade pop clinton street stevie bag, 4. green [...]

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Color Me Monday: Red
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Today I’m going with red for this edition of Color Me Monday. Red is highly emotional — heat, passion, fire, anger, power, love and hate. Because it’s a stimulant, red is best in the dining room if used on the wall, not as effective in the living room as it can inspire heated discussions amongst [...]

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Pretty in Pink
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I feel like showing you a few pretty in pink finds today since I’m hoping that it will somehow rub off and turn cold New Hampshire into a warm Springy day. What do you think of when pink comes to mind? Little girls? Love and affection? Blushing brides? Cotton candy? Does it calm you down [...]

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Color Me Monday: Fruit Stripe Brights
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Fruit Stripe Brights is my theme for Color Me Monday this week. Not quite neon, not a pastel, we’re talking citrus pinks, oranges, and apple reds. Think glossy lips, flirty dresses and fresh feminine bedding for Spring. Colorful pillows for the sofa. Fabulous fabrics for reupholstering a worn out chair. Here’s a colorful collection of [...]

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Inspiration from Pottery Barn
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Sometimes I surprise myself. I have nothing against Pottery Barn, but there isn’t much that they’ve offered in the past that grabbed me. Same goes for Crate and Barrel, West Elm, and the other chains that fall into this category that I call mainstream decorating stores. They appeal to the masses, but for those of [...]

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Color Me Monday: Grassy Green
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Fresh, energetic, natural, productive, green! Green has long been associated with many positives. It can mean brand new or renewed. Maybe you have a green thumb meaning that you’re good with plants. Green is also another word for cash so when you have a little extra green in your wallet that’s a positive. Going green [...]

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Pantone Color Forecast {Spring + Fall ‘08}
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Many know about Pantone, the mega color standards company who unveils color forecasts for each season — today their Fall ‘08 forecast was released to the public on their website. I always download mine and print it out in color so it’s handy. It’s important for all designers to preview the next it colors - [...]

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The Unsinkable Color Brown
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By Rachel Perls of Hue Consulting, decor8 guest writer.
Ah, good ol’ brown. Woodsy, earthy, dependable. It’s not actually a spectral hue, but a dark version of orange. All the same, rustic, wholesome brown is a staple in interior design and deserves its moment of glory.
via: LivingEtc.
What words come to mind when you think [...]

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