CLEAN & SIMPLE

I just wanted to share a picture of a project that I was working on last week... how great do these vintage chairs from Holland look all lined up with simple custom cushions! (that was made by our workroom) Simple design always makes the most impact.

SIMPLE HOME: CALM SPACES FOR COMFORTABLE LIVING

“Choose colours that are inspired by nature rather than fashionable colour charts.” This quote is from Simple Home: Calm Spaces for Comfortable Living, one of my favorite new products at the Home Market. Written by Mark and Sally Bailey, Simple Home emphasizes getting back to basics in our homes. The pieces photographed in the book mix old and new, creating a rustic yet modern design. Simple Home also stresses using “soft palette of light reflecting creamy whites” and a “light-filled atmosphere of clutter-free spaces,” to make a calm and relaxing atmosphere in the home. Along with Simple Home, new products such as storage containers & candles are arriving everyday at The Home Market to create a peaceful sanctuary in your home - to escape life’s busy events.

NEW LIGHTS

Linneas Lights Candles have arrived at the Home Market.  Created by Laura Cler in Indiana, the double wicked soy candles provide over 60 hours of illumination and provide fresh unique scents.  My favorite scent is Linden and has created an amazing fragrance throughout the store.   The recycled material packaging is printed with soy inks and hand stamped making it a one of a kind gift (and you will not have to worry about gift wrapping).  Stop down to check them out.

NEW YORK GIFT SHOW

In August, I traveled to the NYIGF which, as always, had many fabulous vendors and products.  Similar to New York City itself; there is so much to see at the show and I was inspired by the new natural trends for this upcoming season.  Many of the lines had an organic tone combined with classic design.  Below is an example of the natural feel that was common throughout the show. 

I am also excited for the new additions from some of my favorite vendors. Below is a picture of the Juliska table, which mixed some of the new pewter stoneware with their classic dish and glass lines.

Outside of the NYGIF, I did find some time to enjoy some of New York’s delicious food.  We ate at Hundred Acres in SoHo and Del Posto, a Mario Batali restaurant in the Meatpacking district.  

After the show, I spent a couple days visiting relatives in Connecticut.  I enjoyed the beautiful New 
England countryside and exploring the local shops.  I made sure to visit one of my most favorite home shops, Privet House (which is crazy for a home store owner to go to another home store, but always interesting to see what other stores are doing).   

The trip was exhausting, relaxing and overall very successful. This year’s NYIGF was one of the best shows I have attended to date and I am excited to show off my great new finds in the store!