Definitely NOT your Grandma's Wallpaper!

As I mentioned below, I had such a great time at the recent Las Vegas Market and so much was due to the wonderful people that own and run Postcards Home - the showroom where my goods are represented, and the other amazing designers I have met there. Wallteriors and the brilliant men behind the brand, Hector Romero and Christopher Obeji completely re-educated me that wall coverings could become three-dimensional works of art! I can't even begin to describe how gorgeous these completely handcrafted wall coverings are in person. Pictures just do not do them justice! For twenty-five years they have been developing wall surface treatments with the philosophy of being eco friendly, long before this was the trend! All of their products are made from recycled paper substrates and are created with no machinery or power tools. All of the paints and mediums are water based, have a 0 to low VOC's and are mixed by hand. They are based in Palm Springs, CA and not only use the desert landscape for inspiration, but also the dry climate for drying their goods once made.

They like to use the term "surfacing material" and want their clients to think of their creations as multi-use design tools, to be used in any manner of decoration. The products are being used as shades for lighting, beautifully adorning case goods and even being framed as art, just to mention a few creative uses. They have even teamed up with Diamond Head (see below) to add so many more possibilities than they were already offering - that it boggles the mind! You must visit their web site for a more clear understanding of all that they offer, from custom designs, colors, hand cut, hand torn, traditional rolls, squares, rectangles, even stained edges! You can even wipe the surfaces, if needed! With the renewed interest in "statement walls" and wall coverings in general - there couldn't be a better time or company to fill this need. PS These fellows are unmercifully funny and friendly, so take any opportunity you can to meet them!

Bring a Little Bling into Your Life!

At the recent Las Vegas show, I had such a delightful time meeting some of the brilliant designers in our showroom! I have already done a post on my friend Jackie Von Tobel and her beautiful new line of textiles, so I thought I would introduce you to a few of the others I was so fortunate to befriend! I am so pleased to introduce Bree Cox and her astonishing line of upholstery tacks. The collection is appropriately called Diamond Head. Bree not only has model good looks, but she also practices meditation everyday and has for twenty years! You can tell, she is simply radiant with positive and creative energy. As an interior designer, she had an epiphany while in Hawaii in a spa... well, I can't tell you the whole story here, but best to show the results of this inspirational moment. She did come up with the perfect name in the shower the next day "isn't that where all the good ideas originate" she says! Of course, thinking of a hike on that famous Hawaiian landmark it came to her as another Divine gift.

After a year of research and incredible hard work, she launched her company and has even been issued a US Trademark. Her search led her to Europe where she worked with her manufacturer to create the perfect process to incorporate genuine crystals and stones into upholstery tacks! It had to be the power of her positive energy and thinking that led her to this manufacturer as they worked together to devise an ingenious way to work with such seemingly fragile things such as crystals, for something that is usually pounded in with a hammer like tool! I will let you visit her web site for all of the details. The uses for these are endless and we all know the imagination is boundless! Visit this website at Diamond Head Interchangeable Upholstery Tack - www.diamondheadut.com

Fantastic!

We have the greatest showroom in the mart, I think! Right on the first floor, next to an excellent restaurant - nobody can pass it up once they walk by! This is all due to the multi-talented owners/designers - Craig Dye and Donna Johnson. Their ability to curate, accessorize and decorate is amazing. Now, if I can just get them to my house;-) Here are a few more shots of the showroom before I have to run...

It's Showtime!

If you haven't made plans to come to the Las Vegas show yet, there's still time! This will be the biggest and best with more accessories and new vendors than ever. I will post just a few pictures here as time is running out, but I will try to post more during the week. These were taken during set-up, so now the showroom Postcards Home is even more beautiful! You will see my bedding, of course - but I have added a brand new style of curtain, as well. Notice the extremely deep pencil pleated curtains, one with ruffle and one without. We have decided to double the size of the ruffle and I am really excited about these! I am so happy to be showing with my friend the very talented Jackie Von Tobel! She is debuting her line of gorgeous fabrics. There are many other well known and plenty of brand new vendors, as well - so come on and join us for the fun!

Meet me in Las Vegas!

Welcome to the World Market Center in Las Vegas this week! I am so honored that Papillon Linens is included in the selection of home furnishings to be represented by interior designers, Craig Dye and Donna Johnson. Their new showroom, Postcards Home located in Building A, suite 119 will be open year-round and is incredibly vibrant and beautiful! Please come see us this week for market, or anytime during the year. I will post more pictures later in the week...