One of the first things customers notice about Style Key West is the color. This happens rather organically since the shop displays are designed with that purpose in mind. But it’s really acheived through far more involved planning than the effortless appearance would let on. One of the more subtle elements involved is the thought put into the selection of fabrics and upholsteries. This is where many people get a little lost and it’s one of the primary reasons that they end up hiring decorators.
While I was growing up, my mother always seemed to be working on home design projects, whether professionally for clients or just for our own house. So there was a constant clutter of swatches and samples either spread out on tables or tucked away in shelves.
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What a great image with the books and the vibrant colors of the fabrics.
Your mom has such an eye and has obviously passed that on to you, Kate!
Love those fabrics. I had to actually stop going to the fabric store. I would buy a yard of this a yard of that…just because I liked them. And NO, husband, I don't know what I'm going to do wtih them yet. Why does everything have to have a plan?
Isn't it wonderful to have been given the "eye"! Not everyone has it and I have taken mine for granted on many occasions. My mother, like your's, has that ability its a wonder to watch and I never get tired of seeking her advice. Thanks mom!
I love the blues.
Kate, thanks so much for your comment on my blog, it was meaningful to me. I worried about posting my true feelings as I could be judged but we are all human beings with weaknesses, feelings and struggles and hiding them is no way to live. Thanks