I can’t even believe it’s been a whole year since I started this blog. I won’t lie…writing a blog can be quite time consuming, but also extremely gratifying, and I could not have kept it up if it weren’t for YOU! Yes, I’m talking to YOU readers! Thank you so much for reading, commenting, sharing your decorating and DIY ideas, and for all of your support. I went from averaging 20 hits a day, to now over 1000 hits a week! So thank you from the bottom of my heart… and I promise year 2 is going to BLOW YOUR
Viewing Archive: TextilesIkat: (pronounced “eee-kaht”) A method of weaving that uses a resist dying process similar to tie-dye on either the warp or weft fibres. The dye is applied prior to the threads being woven to create the final fabric pattern or design. So it’s not a new trend by any means, but I’m kind of obsessed with Ikat right now. I love it… I personally think Ikat is the coolest in pillow form: 2modern.com ($100), accentshopping.com ($145) designpublic.com ($58) pillowsandthrows.com ($120) kokocompany.com ($74) claytongrayhome.com I’ve been on a hunt for something to brighten up our living room walls, but didn’t want to frame yet another vacation photo. In my previous quest for Ikat, I came across some pretty great fabric websites…. some designs so damn pretty they can serve as wall art all by themselves! I love it… Suzani Fabric Inspired by Uzbek Folk Art www.calicocorners.com www.donghia.com Damask Fabric Great for mixing and matching. I personally prefer the black and white patterns over the colored ones. warehousefabrics.com rebekahwestover.blogspot.com Geometric Fabric  |
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