End of summer sale: 20% off for Gandia Blasco

<!-- /adman_adcode_beginning --><a href="https://www.blogger.com/null" id="dd_start"></a><br /><img alt="imagen mangas puf End Of Summer Sale: Save 20% On Gandia Blasco! amazing ideas " height="900" src="http://www.decoradvisor.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/imagen-mangas-puf.jpg" title="End Of Summer Sale: Save 20% On Gandia Blasco! amazing ideas " width="600" /><br />The beauty of plush carpets Gandia Blasco, textiles and accessories of a wonderful front shows many beautiful causes for the months colder along by. Richly textured and imaginatively decorated styles, woven by hand and Spanish company distinctive color schemes provide a variety of excuses for DST without remorse. From now until September 23, all Gandía Blasco are carpets, poufs and pillows on sale at a discount of 20%. Only full Bienvenido autumn have much less complicated!<br /><br /><img alt="gandia blog End Of Summer Sale: Save 20% On Gandia Blasco! amazing ideas " height="1074" src="http://www.decoradvisor.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/gandia-blog.jpg" title="End Of Summer Sale: Save 20% On Gandia Blasco! amazing ideas " width="600" /><br /><br />

End of summer sale: 20% off for Gandia Blasco

The beauty of plush carpets Gandia Blasco, textiles and accessories of a wonderful front shows many beautiful causes for the months colder a...

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"Graft" - a series of throw-away crockery

<!-- /adman_adcode_beginning --><a href="https://www.blogger.com/null" id="dd_start"></a><br /><img alt="graft series of disposable tableware “Graft” – Series Of Disposable Tableware architecture " height="589" src="http://www.decoradvisor.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/graft-series-of-disposable-tableware.jpg" title="“Graft” – Series Of Disposable Tableware architecture " width="589" /><br />Structure and form in the nature there are autonomous with a function that gives us, serve the goal of artificial objects. A stalk of celery, for example, acts as a treatment for the fork an artichoke petal, then the container with a spoon.<br /><span id="more-35551"></span><br />Graft is a series of disposable tableware of bioplastic PLA sources components & #8211 reveals produced plants.<br /><br /><img alt="graft “Graft” – Series Of Disposable Tableware architecture " height="780" src="http://www.decoradvisor.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/graft.jpg" title="“Graft” – Series Of Disposable Tableware architecture " width="585" /><br /><img alt="tableware “Graft” – Series Of Disposable Tableware architecture " height="780" src="http://www.decoradvisor.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/tableware.jpg" title="“Graft” – Series Of Disposable Tableware architecture " width="585" /><br /><img alt="green knife “Graft” – Series Of Disposable Tableware architecture " height="780" src="http://www.decoradvisor.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/green-knife.jpg" title="“Graft” – Series Of Disposable Tableware architecture " width="585" /><br /><img alt="graft tableware “Graft” – Series Of Disposable Tableware architecture " height="780" src="http://www.decoradvisor.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/graft-tableware.jpg" title="“Graft” – Series Of Disposable Tableware architecture " width="585" /><br /><img alt="eco tableware “Graft” – Series Of Disposable Tableware architecture " height="780" src="http://www.decoradvisor.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/eco-tableware.jpg" title="“Graft” – Series Of Disposable Tableware architecture " width="585" /><br /><img alt="graft series of disposable tableware “Graft” – Series Of Disposable Tableware architecture " height="780" src="http://www.decoradvisor.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/graft-series-of-disposable-tableware_.jpg" title="“Graft” – Series Of Disposable Tableware architecture " width="585" /><br /><img alt="picture 2829 “Graft” – Series Of Disposable Tableware architecture " height="1" src="http://www.decoradvisor.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/picture-2829.jpg" title="“Graft” – Series Of Disposable Tableware architecture " width="1" /><br />

"Graft" - a series of throw-away crockery

Structure and form in the nature there are autonomous with a function that gives us, serve the goal of artificial objects. A stalk of celery...

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My Bassett Makeover: Before + After

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGvBe1P5HjPEmxp_kRSe6NMuUnT-t_7fTgTcYegahmhEkCrZTiXQusZGtkEEhHdVUWq_KTpEaMqa9W93sBZvByTGTnYB3la0fMGQ5MLm9D4Pf5etHdpx3xYAhBdOcCoW001OoREgdVCgrT/s1600/Pippa+chair+M.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGvBe1P5HjPEmxp_kRSe6NMuUnT-t_7fTgTcYegahmhEkCrZTiXQusZGtkEEhHdVUWq_KTpEaMqa9W93sBZvByTGTnYB3la0fMGQ5MLm9D4Pf5etHdpx3xYAhBdOcCoW001OoREgdVCgrT/s1600/Pippa+chair+M.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>After sneak peek ... a favorite of mine from Bassett, the “Pippa”</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmG9xAKHiVvwybplIAoiU0AcyXQoJSggwctdoXryl8avlVfXxN9V9QPdQlKevQhsgpEcXGbPpVuexGKHLkXTCaWUS6yT85-Ip-bpTCERJ7DBlxhsT9lyMmvI3zQVJ2K2WT_USEVCKmv2Rf/s1600/CustomClassicsBefore-fireplace.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmG9xAKHiVvwybplIAoiU0AcyXQoJSggwctdoXryl8avlVfXxN9V9QPdQlKevQhsgpEcXGbPpVuexGKHLkXTCaWUS6yT85-Ip-bpTCERJ7DBlxhsT9lyMmvI3zQVJ2K2WT_USEVCKmv2Rf/s1600/CustomClassicsBefore-fireplace.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>Before: great architectural details, lots of natural light, plenty of room to entertain</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpmAoHcNgtl0j0MTkIFQpufuxadnXjn5_D2dRgUh-ECDrGpMGVlIYAv48vQ0KCh45Vphi83gDlJO7KRF341azkybIbExYzLJDlewkQk1yUIy85apUqafeDI-u0Z5taQ0PWyqZejO0pu-cF/s1600/CustomClassicsBefore.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpmAoHcNgtl0j0MTkIFQpufuxadnXjn5_D2dRgUh-ECDrGpMGVlIYAv48vQ0KCh45Vphi83gDlJO7KRF341azkybIbExYzLJDlewkQk1yUIy85apUqafeDI-u0Z5taQ0PWyqZejO0pu-cF/s1600/CustomClassicsBefore.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">THE CHALLENGE: with post-teenage children about to leave the nest, this family had outgrown the existing furnishings and were ready for a fresh update. </span><span style="font-size: large;">The homeowners, a very nice local couple, came to Bassett to look for a new sofa and we ended up scheduling a room makeover in order to accomplish their goals of working with what they had. </span><span style="font-size: large;">A number of pieces with sentimental value and some lovely decorative items were staying in the room. The wall color, a warm tone faux finish, plus the custom window treatments (which I discovered by coincidence were made by a very talented friend of mine!) were used as a starting point in choosing the color palette and traditional design direction for this family room makeover. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBMU0IRL4GvRC94pkkiuT23sdtP-6Uzr_JcjIw6tFvI2kbq8On4p25ewYegR7yKLuaIs7iu_ozKxNdKfw6-YZnqJPmzVKmgTbsRbO4DYm0aWcrhsmjqqnHc1k6Y8ECPfujSO4Vn1jd35Zh/s1600/melkonian+after+layout.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBMU0IRL4GvRC94pkkiuT23sdtP-6Uzr_JcjIw6tFvI2kbq8On4p25ewYegR7yKLuaIs7iu_ozKxNdKfw6-YZnqJPmzVKmgTbsRbO4DYm0aWcrhsmjqqnHc1k6Y8ECPfujSO4Vn1jd35Zh/s1600/melkonian+after+layout.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">After visiting the clients home, I used the measurements that I took while there to create a revised floor plan with <a href="http://www.bassettfurniture.com/tools/room-planner.asp">Room Planner</a> which is a free design tool available to anyone who visits the Bassett website. Most of the furniture and accessory pieces from the extensive Bassett collections are loaded into this easy to navigate program, allowing them to be efficiently dropped into place to check that a layout works best for desired function while keeping traffic flow in mind.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2jZ3z1zswpgBZ62hBWWkRKDrhynmKw4Yc-001lhnc0rauHyOecp_2Cko1InxCJ-hws6_Gm6DSpAtAZtIM8HH75oqmMyrOYMoKNbh1MQhhkVmaIsAtYsuduoP7_1a9E7l7JBZrSDi-vvc6/s1600/CustomClassic+makeover.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2jZ3z1zswpgBZ62hBWWkRKDrhynmKw4Yc-001lhnc0rauHyOecp_2Cko1InxCJ-hws6_Gm6DSpAtAZtIM8HH75oqmMyrOYMoKNbh1MQhhkVmaIsAtYsuduoP7_1a9E7l7JBZrSDi-vvc6/s1600/CustomClassic+makeover.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">THE BIG REVEAL:</span><span style="font-size: large;"> to accomplish this makeover, we selected the very comfortable <a href="http://www.bassettfurniture.com/Living-Room-Accent-Chair-with-Exposed-Wood-Legs-DZ3.asp">New American Living</a> chair in a crisp striped fabric, a tight back <a href="http://www.bassettfurniture.com/Sofa-DZ32064.asp">Custom Classics</a> sofa in a warm olive green with two sets of designer pillows, a pair of <a href="http://www.bassettfurniture.com/Accent-Chair-DZ27301.asp">Pippa</a> classic spindle chairs in a richly woven gold fabric accented with leopard print kidney pillows, a tufted chocolate brown leather <a href="http://www.bassettfurniture.com/tools/custom-upholstery/ottomans/custom-ottoman.asp">ottoman with storage shelf,</a> then anchored this updated sitting area with a more appropriate sized <a href="http://www.bassettfurniture.com/Laguna-Tropics-DZ25152.asp">hand tufted wool carpet</a> in a colorful, bold print.  </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZM7965klt6QhtpYGiU6cZpFY3R4ygYL4QjCTD_YALjT8gyc7kQyu72OmYhM_T51goe6qN3QZA7-hcC6NFekllBPm5F41FQiRlCnMCrnbnNy0vZVLntBhYsxP0MqQkMRmr1gvZiwUSzYjN/s1600/NewAmericanLivingChair_M.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZM7965klt6QhtpYGiU6cZpFY3R4ygYL4QjCTD_YALjT8gyc7kQyu72OmYhM_T51goe6qN3QZA7-hcC6NFekllBPm5F41FQiRlCnMCrnbnNy0vZVLntBhYsxP0MqQkMRmr1gvZiwUSzYjN/s1600/NewAmericanLivingChair_M.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">THE KEY: choosing patterns and colors that would complement the existing fabrics and finishes in this open floor plan.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">THE BONUS FEATURE: all <a href="http://www.bassettfurniture.com/tools/hgtv-furniture-store-locator.asp">Bassett makeovers</a> are delivered in around 30 days. For the custom furniture industry, this is quite a feat. How does Bassett do it? The majority of the custom manufacturing takes place in North Carolina. Beautiful on-trend fabrics plus <a href="http://www.bassettfurniture.com/quality/index.asp">strong built-to-last frames</a> are at the ready. A highly-trained custom upholstery team is in place. The delivery process is streamlined. Customer service experts are in house to ensure complete satisfaction. Design consultants like myself follow each project, from beginning to end, as we would if running our own individual businesses. As a group, we just happen to have the support of the Bassett/HGTV Design Studio behind us : )</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">What did my Bassett clients think of their makeover? </span><span style="font-size: large;">“</span><span style="font-size: large;">It looks absolutely beautiful. We are so happy!</span><span style="font-size: large;">”</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">Are you ready for a custom makeover? <a href="http://www.bassettfurniture.com/tools/designer-bio.asp?did=661">Email me</a> at Bassett in Burlington to schedule a home visit, or stop by our showroom to see what we have to offer. This weekend, starting on Friday, July 18th, we are having a 3-day Summer Sale with one item offered at 30% off original price. Bassett is also hosting a “Pin It To Win It” event on Pinterest. <a href="http://www.bassettfurniture.com/pin-it-to-win-it.asp">Click here</a> to find out how you can enter to win a $5,000 Gift Card to Bassett! </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYkMKhjAD4TlCgTLBZOSsHD68byWgzIZWDLhGL1jIC1oUj_Md8FwkNr2SlHpMH89cBtb1INOG9-B94zReWMIrb5GMbootX2c-_emGew8eWL2-6_hpC6DTmnez9Vp1M9d-kLgr5qkfXcsmB/s1600/Screen+shot+2014-07-17+at+12.39.25+AM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYkMKhjAD4TlCgTLBZOSsHD68byWgzIZWDLhGL1jIC1oUj_Md8FwkNr2SlHpMH89cBtb1INOG9-B94zReWMIrb5GMbootX2c-_emGew8eWL2-6_hpC6DTmnez9Vp1M9d-kLgr5qkfXcsmB/s1600/Screen+shot+2014-07-17+at+12.39.25+AM.png" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://www.houzz.com/pro/yvonneblacker/__public">Follow me on Houzz</a> to see the Bassett makeover above, plus lots more to come ... </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRp1IoH1PA_8x0GgR-CFjr4FMVW4VpDz1LGmbkFo7LEuMMfuTKG4LTUF1XrhmntBzJCRVPKOTBnyY-rkw9TDdIt6iSU3UKXcfkghArSvo_z3UJV4rt7ebHAGrfGHSAF8eX80pre3QnqON_/s1600/Screen+shot+2014-07-17+at+12.58.42+AM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRp1IoH1PA_8x0GgR-CFjr4FMVW4VpDz1LGmbkFo7LEuMMfuTKG4LTUF1XrhmntBzJCRVPKOTBnyY-rkw9TDdIt6iSU3UKXcfkghArSvo_z3UJV4rt7ebHAGrfGHSAF8eX80pre3QnqON_/s1600/Screen+shot+2014-07-17+at+12.58.42+AM.png" width="450" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">And watch for my regular posts on <a href="http://instagram.com/yblacker">Instagram</a> to see what’s new in our Bassett showroom and elsewhere in the world of design.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div><br /></div>

My Bassett Makeover: Before + After

After sneak peek ... a favorite of mine from Bassett, the “Pippa” Before: great architectural details, lots of natural light, plenty of room...

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Design How-To: Hang Art Like a Pro

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEii6qPRfTHINy1UIYwPyfHID-OnRr9puYNdKCAI-zM5DYJ_kemusvvpwSOZepNke5Suc5RcaZzggdMHje9vrsEVC3g5oag3cO0-9F8CMb2GNUuJcoInVfx0j086igCMwsAs0958-IU6nbZv/s1600/Screen+shot+2014-06-02+at+3.29.18+PM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEii6qPRfTHINy1UIYwPyfHID-OnRr9puYNdKCAI-zM5DYJ_kemusvvpwSOZepNke5Suc5RcaZzggdMHje9vrsEVC3g5oag3cO0-9F8CMb2GNUuJcoInVfx0j086igCMwsAs0958-IU6nbZv/s1600/Screen+shot+2014-06-02+at+3.29.18+PM.png" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><span style="font-size: large; text-align: center;">Hanging art is one of the decorating road blocks I come across a lot when consulting with residential clients. The fear of leaving a trail of swiss cheese holes on freshly painted walls while looking for the perfect spot to position artwork or framed photography prevents many people from even starting their wall styling projects. I have even seen some people just use the “well the nail was there so that is where I hung it</span><span style="font-size: large; text-align: center;">”</span><span style="font-size: large; text-align: center;"> method of art installation which often results in art hanging without any relationship to the layout of the room.</span><br /><span style="font-size: large; text-align: center;"><br /></span><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidpbE9MKfHnVycOJ2Bp_g8x8cjIPl8sNE5jq9EsDHpEDsU1_rjkRGFbIbo2xnBL0Dan9k-HXVmeuR6RJAKeI60LzctkwZ0lbaQ7OUKG4jTyoPVFyh4rww7SXWvr1rTB6cuYxMbrI_hqgoo/s1600/proportioned+art.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidpbE9MKfHnVycOJ2Bp_g8x8cjIPl8sNE5jq9EsDHpEDsU1_rjkRGFbIbo2xnBL0Dan9k-HXVmeuR6RJAKeI60LzctkwZ0lbaQ7OUKG4jTyoPVFyh4rww7SXWvr1rTB6cuYxMbrI_hqgoo/s1600/proportioned+art.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><b><span style="font-size: large;">Getting it Right with Scale and Proportion</span></b><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><span style="font-size: large;">The best way to determine where to hang a piece of art is to anchor it with a piece of furniture below it. The piece below should be the same size or wider. If the anchor piece is smaller, it will appear as if the art above is teetering precariously over it.</span><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4y7mV-VPtpvjOh-58w-9qc1sf9WLy430Lzq0GvMIHJlsfsKV20pB8iYJXh7K_7-SUmSAwSxXMJ4YVDUdZOxuyt61i67kt5z9wR72HrtFbcPs_PaBEPXBprDjGojorV6q64gdhSvvSIxc9/s1600/Screen+shot+2014-06-02+at+2.44.15+PM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4y7mV-VPtpvjOh-58w-9qc1sf9WLy430Lzq0GvMIHJlsfsKV20pB8iYJXh7K_7-SUmSAwSxXMJ4YVDUdZOxuyt61i67kt5z9wR72HrtFbcPs_PaBEPXBprDjGojorV6q64gdhSvvSIxc9/s1600/Screen+shot+2014-06-02+at+2.44.15+PM.png" width="480" /></a><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-size: large;">Don’t make the mistake of hanging your artwork too high. When people think of eye-level, they are usually hanging it higher than it should be. Try to keep the work of art close to the furniture piece below it instead of floating it so far above it that it does not seem like the two pieces go together.</span><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><span style="font-size: large;">Keep your desired focal point in mind. An eye-catching piece of artwork on every wall in the room will create visual chaos. It is better to select one main star and include supporting pieces that don’t fight for attention. Intentionally leave a wall free from art for a bit of breathing room.</span><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEin2_q_tHaXmXC-Zf_C5kkUO6AIXt5LkLTW9mCVa4x1GSqIflW3POCtj6PXyYcFcUJDqb7mpHQq7-ObBOuMUsYNmeeglA4tsCJMhXkh6YZxu3x98Gs7-2ysdFZlBgIsSkZpB1xjcvRrFtX8/s1600/Screen+shot+2014-06-02+at+3.07.55+PM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEin2_q_tHaXmXC-Zf_C5kkUO6AIXt5LkLTW9mCVa4x1GSqIflW3POCtj6PXyYcFcUJDqb7mpHQq7-ObBOuMUsYNmeeglA4tsCJMhXkh6YZxu3x98Gs7-2ysdFZlBgIsSkZpB1xjcvRrFtX8/s1600/Screen+shot+2014-06-02+at+3.07.55+PM.png" width="400" /></a></div><br /><br /><b><span style="font-size: large;">Gallery Walls</span></b><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><span style="font-size: large;">When creating a gallery wall consider using the same type of frame on each piece for a cohesive look. Varying mat sizes can keep the arrangement interesting. Another approach is to completely mix it up by using an eclectic combination of frame styles. Vintage and modern frames of different finishes can co-exist nicely if grouped together in a confident manner.</span><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><span style="font-size: large;">Tracing the shape of a frame onto a piece of brown kraft paper then hanging this one dimensional template on the wall with the help of removable tape is a good way to establish where to hammer in the first nail.</span><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><span style="font-size: large;">Whether you are installing one, a few, or many works of art, step back to view its placement in relationship to the other items in the room before you commit to the arrangement’</span><span style="font-size: large;">s final position on the wall.</span><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Special Challenges and Considerations</b></span><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><span style="font-size: large;">Wall surfaces that feature fireplace bricks or architectural curves present structural challenges as do older walls without predictable stud placement. Likewise, after investing in custom murals or expensive wallpapers or grass cloth, the fear of making a mistake is intensified. When face to face with these challenges, it’s easy to see why many choose to avoid hanging art all together.</span><br /> <span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjda46i8X5GzWrbFhoDx0GrpKlq6CUKZIzhG3JDLgCiyfQxmzogHkD150-GDwQMNLGM2EPEM2RXaALM3jRVvp4LrYfX6Tuv4scEBzNfqo8IQI3WTK4_zhU5wvT0vmQ6Kb9-3LfEN5ksyI-I/s1600/Screen+shot+2014-06-09+at+5.00.54+PM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjda46i8X5GzWrbFhoDx0GrpKlq6CUKZIzhG3JDLgCiyfQxmzogHkD150-GDwQMNLGM2EPEM2RXaALM3jRVvp4LrYfX6Tuv4scEBzNfqo8IQI3WTK4_zhU5wvT0vmQ6Kb9-3LfEN5ksyI-I/s1600/Screen+shot+2014-06-09+at+5.00.54+PM.png" width="480" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-size: large;">Traditional picture rail moldings that are installed close to ceiling height are a great way to hang art without damaging walls. A simple hook is placed over the rail allowing the art to be hung at a desired position using <a href="http://www.ashanging.com/en/products/">picture hanging hardware.</a></span><br /><br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhb4UlPtJhzauURry5RUF6HmJwL9RkD1CosCgfD2HD7TzaZMnThn8uaieBXKybhRdh8T_RP4YlpBuiRTquUt2px8vqrlSKMliJOD_bnuXw0xPnicd1whwySsvTyT24aXwOFz2txNkVvRSdf/s1600/picture+hanging+system.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhb4UlPtJhzauURry5RUF6HmJwL9RkD1CosCgfD2HD7TzaZMnThn8uaieBXKybhRdh8T_RP4YlpBuiRTquUt2px8vqrlSKMliJOD_bnuXw0xPnicd1whwySsvTyT24aXwOFz2txNkVvRSdf/s1600/picture+hanging+system.jpg" width="450" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>A clip and rod system at the Bassett showroom in</i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>Burlington makes changing art super easy.</i></div><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><span style="font-size: large;">Likewise, flexible art hanging systems that utilize tracks, rails, clips, cables and rods can provide the freedom to arrange (and rearrange) artful images without worry, even on the most challenging surfaces.</span><br /> <span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><b><span style="font-size: large;">Use the Right Tools</span></b><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><span style="font-size: large;">There are all kinds of great wall design solutions out there, whether you are hanging the finest oil painting, a cherished family photo, or a child’s mini-masterpiece <a href="http://www.pinterest.com/yblacker/hanging-art/">(visit my Pinterest board to see some of my favorites).</a> The key is to choose the type of system that will safely allow your works of art to get the attention they deserve.</span><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><i><span style="font-size: large;">All furniture and wall art available via <a href="http://www.bassettfurniture.com/">Bassett Furniture</a></span></i><br /><i><br /></i><i><br /></i><i><br /></i>

Design How-To: Hang Art Like a Pro

Hanging art is one of the decorating road blocks I come across a lot when consulting with residential clients. The fear of leaving a trail o...

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A Weekend with Country Living

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhG5FuNV5A2-OtfDF176pqeuEJoFFOgKHD4JppAsBrS1iyRYh6ot4Bf6ntQQUJXBnO1YiMJMrBEasFO7ih6F8OhoZYZsOMHvbUTsPcg52AEUdXjvGuJGpqhuGqMt-bUpWx3GxYEs98yG9U_/s1600/clg_cvr-lg.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhG5FuNV5A2-OtfDF176pqeuEJoFFOgKHD4JppAsBrS1iyRYh6ot4Bf6ntQQUJXBnO1YiMJMrBEasFO7ih6F8OhoZYZsOMHvbUTsPcg52AEUdXjvGuJGpqhuGqMt-bUpWx3GxYEs98yG9U_/s1600/clg_cvr-lg.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><a href="https://subscribe.hearstmags.com/subscribe/countryliving/160656">image via Country Living</a></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">This weekend, the colorful pages of <a href="http://www.countryliving.com/">Country Living</a> will be coming to life in Rhinebeck, NY at the <b>Country Living Fair</b> and <b>Country Living 2014 House of the Year.</b> This three-day shopping (aka treasure hunting) event opens on Friday, June 6 and closes on Sunday, June 8. From the looks of the attending presenter list, it reads like a celebrity version of Brimfield, coordinated with all kinds of <a href="http://www.countryliving.com/cl-fair/country-living-fair-rhinebeck-talent-2014#slide-1">guest appearances</a> from the interior design and DIY/craft world.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><i>Below are just a couple of the highlights ...</i></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgw2M853-ENDydY-fV9cWkF8sDQnkd1kvSuZDkbYGugGY90IU0qx3aqkqeKfE1M9gfTgQ_NTU2z76b3oKfQD0P05lrU02difB_zImlQVmMuvwp5911tkyb9xJF_WixJfwxgBPWIq9G9fMm8/s1600/01-HOY-2014-lgn-58614587.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgw2M853-ENDydY-fV9cWkF8sDQnkd1kvSuZDkbYGugGY90IU0qx3aqkqeKfE1M9gfTgQ_NTU2z76b3oKfQD0P05lrU02difB_zImlQVmMuvwp5911tkyb9xJF_WixJfwxgBPWIq9G9fMm8/s1600/01-HOY-2014-lgn-58614587.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.countryliving.com/homes/house-tours/house-of-the-year/2014-house-of-the-year-construction#slide-1">{Country Living 2014 HOY info here}</a></div><div class="imageContent" style="background-color: white; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"><div style="font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 19px; margin-bottom: 15px; padding: 0px;"><br /></div><div style="margin-bottom: 15px; padding: 0px;"><span style="font-size: large;">All Rhinebeck Country Living Fair ticket holders are invited to visit the <b style="font-family: Times; line-height: normal;">Country Living 2014 House of the Year</b> created by Catskill Farms builders. “This year’s project is a 1,500 square foot ‘new old home’ that captures the charm, beauty, and character of the past.” The interior of this year’s House was a design collaboration between the <b style="font-family: Times; line-height: normal;">Country Living</b> editors and guest designers <a href="http://www.tiltonfenwick.com/about.html">Tilton Fenwick.</a> <span style="font-family: Times; line-height: normal;">A complimentary shuttle bus is provided to and from the tour via the fairgrounds.</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Times; font-size: large; line-height: normal;"><br /></span></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHX1NWDFVcp_4hJncpRpmBYP5EbQPUFAt0WoXuru9FqSNmA-eEceSoit0JXV4Li_wUbhVVlLq92Mreu9owFA5BkyMTchmnGuMxIaTpczlV96il3hAC9xssKlNtiSCcInPTBV9JcTwAUHqP/s1600/bio_pic.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHX1NWDFVcp_4hJncpRpmBYP5EbQPUFAt0WoXuru9FqSNmA-eEceSoit0JXV4Li_wUbhVVlLq92Mreu9owFA5BkyMTchmnGuMxIaTpczlV96il3hAC9xssKlNtiSCcInPTBV9JcTwAUHqP/s1600/bio_pic.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>Suysel dePedro Cunningham and</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>Anne Maxwell Foster of Tilton Fenwick</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>photo via TiltonFenwick.com</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">I recently had the opportunity to see Anne and Suysel of Tilton Fenwick present <a href="https://www.duralee.com/Duralee-Contract/Duralee-Contract-Fabric/Tilton-Fenwick-Collection.htm">their new line of Duralee fabrics</a> at the Boston Design Center. Anne is actually a Boston College alum just like myself. The “Fenwick” in their firm’s name references her first dorm on the BC campus. I heard Anne and Suysel chose to feature a piece from friend Stacy Kunstel’s <a href="http://www.dunesandduchess.com/">Dunes and Duchess</a> collection in the house, so look for it if you go!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIBRZPOYLNqXp4KDtDqRi26zB98XTFYbBZr0JqGITyG7LJZi0sWtbDBWXiITYcnnrtln-28mmmaEJzipJPxqwyEH3BRhJYDYVn8Hp5SK4oKfmGjgCtci6WJYH-D26cunZDHJ6q26QRNQru/s1600/Screen+shot+2014-06-05+at+11.37.23+AM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="95" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIBRZPOYLNqXp4KDtDqRi26zB98XTFYbBZr0JqGITyG7LJZi0sWtbDBWXiITYcnnrtln-28mmmaEJzipJPxqwyEH3BRhJYDYVn8Hp5SK4oKfmGjgCtci6WJYH-D26cunZDHJ6q26QRNQru/s1600/Screen+shot+2014-06-05+at+11.37.23+AM.png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">Also at the Fair will be Cari Cucksey from <a href="http://www.hgtv.com/cash-cari/show/index.html">HGTV’s Cash and Cari</a> who will be selling antiques and repurposed goods in Barn 34 all weekend. </span><span style="font-size: large;">Check out the fun sneak peek video of the Country Living Fair below (with appearance by another HGTV design-star <a href="http://stylebyemilyhenderson.com/about-emily/">Emily Henderson</a>) and let me know if you make it there! </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRpk5a1qRcgBP-6AedeX3Q0sGudiqG24GvZAa-09C7TBupFYBmDiy3GDvZyODMbQ1dnShlvwcE95z5jDWAQtM6Gh9FGYwJtNvHuauthxRLywzqmdqw_vhO0JGr7V4gNwQvSneSRHEDDfpL/s1600/image001.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRpk5a1qRcgBP-6AedeX3Q0sGudiqG24GvZAa-09C7TBupFYBmDiy3GDvZyODMbQ1dnShlvwcE95z5jDWAQtM6Gh9FGYwJtNvHuauthxRLywzqmdqw_vhO0JGr7V4gNwQvSneSRHEDDfpL/s1600/image001.jpg" width="450" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.countryliving.com/cl-fair/country-living-fair-rhinebeck"><span style="font-size: large;">{detailed Fair info here}</span></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNZVMcFZAuZhs43wuD5ITj-owWFMK9u7-kL7tY2lUSdYn8QI_7zqx8IWhBW9LlqASKMtXIjKPDZKxqQ_2QS6s3pBAZIUTATWa2jFBInX7Qrc-Xtv-DA4UPrdfwIh9Dy5kbsyCVEemlkclR/s1600/Screen+shot+2014-06-05+at+10.45.17+AM.png" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://bcove.me/gstho8j3">{watch the video here}</a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br />

A Weekend with Country Living

image via Country Living This weekend, the colorful pages of Country Living  will be coming to life in Rhinebeck, NY at the Country Living F...

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Get the Look: Magazines + Makeovers

<div style="margin: 0 auto; width: 600px;"><div style="position: relative;"><div style="text-align: left;"><br /><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/blue_orange_living_room/set?.embedder=971780&.svc=copypaste&id=121371843" target="_blank"><img alt="Blue + Orange Living Room" border="0" nbsp="" src="http://cfc.polyvoreimg.com/cgi/img-set/.sig/ZmoDEuTZl3cpi85rJZFw/cid/121371843/id/uvVIkzDW4xG8nUXzSLYPRA/size/c600x465.jpg" title="Blue + Orange Living Room" width="480" /></a></div></div></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><small><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/blue_orange_living_room/set?.embedder=971780&.svc=copypaste&id=121371843" target="_blank">Blue + Orange Living Room</a> by <a href="http://designvignettes.polyvore.com/?.embedder=971780&.svc=copypaste" target="_blank">designvignettes</a> </small></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;"><br /></span></b></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="font-size: x-large;">California brights ...</span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFhV_eSxZPq5Q_thA83zsHlKxEMfvQ3je5lPaAlIZ9N2hmoAMLmeqpgc6DEeNSBs6N43E8u_2vVY5kpM7mRzrJV_jBQmgtg7-SpxbVwYAWkM2oYRuD0epCykkJXlmAAv7Kpzb2i1u_eiR_/s1600/HouseBeautiful_4.14_LisaRomerein_p84.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><br class="Apple-interchange-newline" /><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFhV_eSxZPq5Q_thA83zsHlKxEMfvQ3je5lPaAlIZ9N2hmoAMLmeqpgc6DEeNSBs6N43E8u_2vVY5kpM7mRzrJV_jBQmgtg7-SpxbVwYAWkM2oYRuD0epCykkJXlmAAv7Kpzb2i1u_eiR_/s1600/HouseBeautiful_4.14_LisaRomerein_p84.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">House Beautiful // April 2014</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">design Matthew Leverone // Lisa Romerein photos</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.housebeautiful.com/decorating/house-pictures/happy-colorful-california-house#slide-1">{read the story here}</a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgB3CBdLSUVJVyFsydQ8f_ctvwVq47TFV7ye4iR7zE8rKQjCABXNp72h50Dsjs-Lrz_Wwc9TynABxIGAYhrIkk2goYLdsfwHZL3wH8YxNKjNUQ2p6ahx3Toqm-Z8EkvRzcEkdw06ZhIwWZU/s1600/HouseBeautiful_4.14_LisaRomerein_p83.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgB3CBdLSUVJVyFsydQ8f_ctvwVq47TFV7ye4iR7zE8rKQjCABXNp72h50Dsjs-Lrz_Wwc9TynABxIGAYhrIkk2goYLdsfwHZL3wH8YxNKjNUQ2p6ahx3Toqm-Z8EkvRzcEkdw06ZhIwWZU/s1600/HouseBeautiful_4.14_LisaRomerein_p83.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><br /><span style="font-size: large;">The past four months at <a href="http://www.bassettfurniture.com/">Bassett Furniture/HGTV Home Design Studio</a> have flown by! I have had the creative opportunity to help so many new clients with their room makeovers and custom furniture selections. Getting familiar with the full range of Bassett collections and home accents took some time, both on the showroom floor and via many online class hours (provided through Bassett University) but it was fun to get to know all that we have to offer. At Bassett, we are constantly receiving new pieces at our Burlington location and even more are introduced regularly on our website which keeps our design inventory current and exciting. I am loving my new home/design studio! </span><span style="font-size: large;">As soon as I photograph my client room makeovers that have been delivered, I will share pics.</span><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><span style="font-size: large;">In the meantime, here are some </span><span style="font-size: large;">“</span><span style="font-size: large;">Get the Look</span><span style="font-size: large;">”</span><span style="font-size: large;"> sets that I created based on rooms I loved in House Beautiful and Traditional Home magazines. All furnishings (upholstery, lighting, art, carpets, etc.) in these sets are available from Bassett. Whether you like bright colors or neutral palettes, geometric patterns or rich velvets, </span><span style="font-size: large;">traditional or modern pieces, </span><span style="font-size: large;">we can help you create the look you want.</span><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b>Boston pied-a-tere ...</b></span></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhC2aGCceQ0QFmHG8jtkToN8_gNwWed54e7sYvRua1wapXQ40StjfvQcVW9ctBEzb7932L9B4loofpBpmTaMOpbV5EM87noUaBAP-2eg7hoRtLqDIPPNk93C17SreDRim0LJVQno5ZEQ7Ih/s1600/TraditionalHome_9.13_EricRoth_p85.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhC2aGCceQ0QFmHG8jtkToN8_gNwWed54e7sYvRua1wapXQ40StjfvQcVW9ctBEzb7932L9B4loofpBpmTaMOpbV5EM87noUaBAP-2eg7hoRtLqDIPPNk93C17SreDRim0LJVQno5ZEQ7Ih/s1600/TraditionalHome_9.13_EricRoth_p85.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Traditional Home Magazine // September 2013</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">design by Joseph Abboud // Eric Roth photos</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.traditionalhome.com/design/beautiful-homes/home-fashion-designer-joseph-abboud">{read the story here}</a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqKIoLsXvha9qgWwwHmukkiIHYVo7zuHKQc55tuDdPiJjHWj3tZkSCaIRuEPOrfY-Po9aBB4z_j35nNhsqG4kZuWQ35sutQPeTkOMl3kYU8zp3zD7KlcaLYX6ksVIXl-gSL9ctR7R-tXUw/s1600/TraditionalHome_9.13.EricRoth_p78-79.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqKIoLsXvha9qgWwwHmukkiIHYVo7zuHKQc55tuDdPiJjHWj3tZkSCaIRuEPOrfY-Po9aBB4z_j35nNhsqG4kZuWQ35sutQPeTkOMl3kYU8zp3zD7KlcaLYX6ksVIXl-gSL9ctR7R-tXUw/s1600/TraditionalHome_9.13.EricRoth_p78-79.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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We are able to specify COM (customer</span><span style="font-size: large;">’</span><span style="font-size: large;">s own material) on all our custom upholstery pieces provided it passes our upholstery durability testing. I love projects small or large and am happy to help as much as needed. Having so many design resources under one roof makes it easy (and fun!)</span></small><br /><small><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span></small><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjs2A58fMAhU8sMpS4XG83m2BspxOjfgD5FFO_qkAusAYc04d03-4_IK3RB4WyCINyTqfK2l1IygE6hAbjPIFsksqaPnmWO9PbCrvjsvDoFNF5KiEgK_w0LH9DsdAYK6-VvC2uLiHoHCZv/s1600/Screen+shot+2014-05-08+at+11.37.34+AM.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; font-size: medium; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjs2A58fMAhU8sMpS4XG83m2BspxOjfgD5FFO_qkAusAYc04d03-4_IK3RB4WyCINyTqfK2l1IygE6hAbjPIFsksqaPnmWO9PbCrvjsvDoFNF5KiEgK_w0LH9DsdAYK6-VvC2uLiHoHCZv/s1600/Screen+shot+2014-05-08+at+11.37.34+AM.png" /></a><small></small></div><small><span style="font-size: large;">In about a month there will be a new <a href="http://delfriscosgrille.com/">Del Frisco</a></span></small><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://delfriscosgrille.com/">’</a></span><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://delfriscosgrille.com/">s Grille</a> steakhouse opening in our parking lot. Summer will be a great time to come visit us : )</span><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1q39hY2jLbZMAr4vaZtqMCkLIdLxMpuuq_jZxVQC2iPk_ZrRcIDlo2Ga2kVvod327zo03IY2s8LuP04F4McYJXx9WC0MhUL9tefryWGmoHUz7ooUQ3agj0ZIKvjp3HVmPtxVeavXAE1dK/s1600/Screen+shot+2014-05-08+at+11.42.55+AM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1q39hY2jLbZMAr4vaZtqMCkLIdLxMpuuq_jZxVQC2iPk_ZrRcIDlo2Ga2kVvod327zo03IY2s8LuP04F4McYJXx9WC0MhUL9tefryWGmoHUz7ooUQ3agj0ZIKvjp3HVmPtxVeavXAE1dK/s1600/Screen+shot+2014-05-08+at+11.42.55+AM.png" width="480" /></a></div></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><small><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://www.bassettfurniture.com/tools/hgtv-furniture-store-locator.asp">{more about Bassett room makeovers here}</a></span></small><br /><small><br /></small><small><br /></small><small><br /></small></div></div><div><br /></div>

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