(wallpaper therapy = positive energy)

 I’m thankful the snow that blew through parts of the state last night missed the Twin Cities. But it’s not enough. I needed some wallpaper therapy to brighten my day. I hope Fleurique puts a smile in your heart with its cheerful colorways and fun, stylish patterns. From our friends in the Netherlands, Eijffinger always puts the “happy” back in color.

This book is not available at all locations, so please call your Hirshfield’s store before you make a special trip. Here’s another post showing more patterns and colors from the Fleurique book.

{friday finds: flerique by eijffinger)

I’m excited to show you a new wallpaper book from Eijffinger called Fleurique. I know Eijffinger isn’t for everyone, but it appeals to my sense of style. The strong colors, patterns, and European flair is what I like most about this line.

This book is inspired by brightly colored flowers. Rounding out the book are stripes, overscaled snowflakes, raised patterns with matte and glossy finishes playing together. Never a dull color in the Eijffinger books.

                 

Fleurique surprised me with the elongated triangles shown here in neutrals, which also is available in a lovely pink. And how cool is wallpaper that looks like shiny, iridescent eyes of peacock feathers? It’s a modern looking pattern not found in other wallpaper books; plus, it’s available in some doable neutral colorways. I see patterns from this book crossing the line from residential to commercial applications. Eijffinger has not disappointed me yet.

The wallcovering libraries vary at each Hirshfield’s location. Call in advance if you are looking for a specific book, and ask if the book is checked in. Our stores are seeing a steady increase in customers looking for wallpaper which is very exciting for us wallpaper lovers.

{monterey wallpaper collection by thibaut}

Carolina Raffia on the walls

Alston Trellis

Donegal

Bastille

Sulu

Thibaut’s limited edition collection, Monterey, offers a variety of fresh patterns with a bohemian vibe. Strong yet comfortable colors ranging from vibrant coral to peacock-blue round out this unique wallpaper and fabric collection. Versatile patterns flexibly coordinate to create a collection that has a hip new take on traditional style.

Color or colour? Either way you spell it, Thibaut’s newest wallpaper book is filled with fabulous color combinations and patterns. I know, no need to state the obvious. Doesn’t it seem like the patterns are crying out, “look at me, I’m more gorgeous than the pattern next to me.” In addition to wallpaper, the Monterey book carries coordinating and complimentary fabrics.

Okay – if you’re thinking that red sofa doesn’t look good with the wallpaper, I would concur. And that dog? The home of Britt Van Deusen is where the Thibaut team set up the photo shoot for the Monterey book. Being a wallpaper geek, I loved Britt Van Deusen’s blog posts on the weeklong photo shoot. Read all about it on her blog Design Omnivore. Britt is a fine artist who shares her love of art, life, and all that is design on her blog -  it’s an entertaining and informative read.

Thibaut books are available at most Hirshfield’s stores; call first before you make a special trip.

Happy Easter everyone!

{bits & pieces: thibaut’s faux bois wallpaper}

I planted the seed a couple of weeks ago. In passing, I mentioned to my husband, ” Think about horizontal (painted) wood planking on the headboard wall in our bedroom.” Audible groan, and then, “what are YOU talking about?” In our house, my ideas = husband doing a lot of the work.

That was before I saw this wallpaper in the new Neutral Resource book from Thibaut. The Hirshfield’s Design Studio staff first showed me the paper, and then a couple of the stores mentioned it. Everyone’s in agreement. It’s an excellent faux bois paper and all around great book. That extra layer of texture gives a room more character and added interest. What do you think?

A wide array of natural tones comprise Thibaut’s Neutral Resource wallpaper collection. Designs range from traditional classic patterns to novelty contemporary prints. A variety of metallics paired with colors such as soft fawn, stone, and charcoal enrich the neutral color palette. Specialty papers like cork and raffia enliven the collection with dimension and vitality.

The majority of H’s stores have the Thibaut books, but call first before making a special trip.

Enjoy your week! Spring is almost here.

{bits & pieces: decor happy}

This Cow Parsley wallpaper is what grabbed my attention and made me want to check out Vanessa Francis and her blog. This is a room from her own home; a small unused bedroom she transformed into a lovely den for her husband. Vanessa did a wonderful job picking out the finishes for this room; I think it’s the uncluttered, cozy vibe that hooks me. Back to the wallpaper. This is the first I’ve seen Cow Parsley in this yummy neutral and it looks just as splendid as the flashier colorways.

Holly Becker

If the Cow Parsley wallpaper didn’t grab YOUR attention, what about Vanessa’s interview with Scott McGillivray from HGTV’s Income Property? Scroll down and check out the basement transformations. All those paneled basements, which men still can’t bear to paint, and shazam! the Power of Paint to the rescue.

{MELINKI wallpapers & fabrics now at hirshfield’s}

Modern. Bold. Quirky. Fun.

We’re talking about the line of Melinki wallpaper and fabric now available at Hirshfield’s! Melinki’s range of wallpapers and fabrics add a fun, bold style statement to any home.

The non-woven wallpapers are responsibly manufactured in the UK and printed using ethically sourced raw materials on paper from sustainable European forests. The eclectic mix of wallcoverings are inspired by mid-century archive documents and modern Scandinavian design. These versatile wallcoverings enjoy a cool, clean palette of fashionable hues: coastal calm, retro kitsch, bakelite brights and urban neutrals.

Melinki Wallpaper

Melinki Wallpaper

Melinki Wallpaper

{friday finds: wallpaper – it’s not just for walls!}

Wallpaper – it’s “in“, it’s “out“, but most recently it’s been “in”. Businesses, designers and homeowners have all embraced the resurgence of wallpaper and there’s lots of beautiful, modern designs out there right now to fit every taste. But, of course, trends are always changing and we’re loving that traditional wallpaper has been able to remained current in the design world by being used in nontraditional ways!

Wallpaper – it’s not just for your walls!

Furniture: Desks, dressers, end tables, night stands can all be jazzed up with some wallpaper. Design Sponge gives a great tutorial on how to apply wallpaper to furniture.

Design Sponge

Interiorholic

Apartment Therapy

Create Art: Scraps of wallpaper are perfect for creating budget-friendly works of art.

{friday finds: bachman’s holiday ideas house 2012}

Den

Behind that wonderful black and white photo is a wall-mounted TV. Made from salvaged wood.  Love the wallpaper. A subtle, good looking plaid which reminds me of Ralph Lauren in design and color, but at a better price point.

This would be so easy to make!

 

Introducing our glamorous take on the rustic lodge. Get ready for an “alpine chic” touch on 100s of creative home decor and entertaining ideas for the holidays. Think “cozy, up-north cabin meets big city bling” as you tour this year’s Holiday Ideas House.

The Bachman’s Holiday House has tons of great ideas to inspire you. Freshen up your home for the holiday season! On this tour, we’re starting on the second floor and working our way down to the main level.

{friday finds: wild about wallpaper}

Schumacher Byzantium book

Another colorway of the Nasrid Palace Mosaic

House of Turquoise

Thibaut

Silhouettes

Schumacher wallcovering

Pattern from Pip (totally Anthropology looking)

Pip – get use to seeing seafoam…again!

Pattern from the  Suzani book

Pattern from the Geometric book

House of Turquoise

Pattern from the Suzani book

There are so many rockin’ wallpapers available right now it makes my head spin. Traditional, European, retro, flocked, classic, vinyl, hand blocked, screen printed, transitional; wallpaper is very much in vogue.

The staff at Hirshfield’s Design Studio tell me naturals are trending: grasscloths, linen looking papers, bamboo, or silhouettes of nature, like trees and flowers. Also, for a single wall application (focal wall) geometric patterns and damask motifs are customer favorites. The wonderfully exotic Moroccan influence has been emerging over the past year and is now starting to appear in the wallpaper industry.

 Hirshfield’s carries an extensive wallpaper library in the majority of our stores. We offer wallpapers at all price points and have the most diverse selection of high-end or “to trade only” books in town. Our sales staff are wallpaper savvy and knowledgeable with every aspect of the world of wallpaper.

No other decorating product offers so much color, design and coverage to suit any mood, taste and need. Stop by your neighborhood Hirshfield’s and see for yourself all the exquisite wallcovering options.

{window treatment wednesday}

Guest post from Jon Lovejoy, Hirshfield’s Edina and Eden Prairie

I appreciate my paint and wallcovering customers who also think of Hirshfields’s when it comes time to add window treatments to finish off a room. Hirshfield’s has a large selection of window treatments; from a “starter” shade to a custom drapery, and all price points in between. I enjoy hearing from customers, who thought we would be expensive, and they are pleasantly surprised when they receive my quote to see how competitively priced Hirshfield’s window treatments are.

Paint, wallcovering, and window treatments all go hand in hand to create a space you’re proud of and one that represents your personal style.

Wallcovering side note…I am surprised I still hear people in the store comment that wallcovering is not in style. Oh, so not true! I’m seeing more people finding the true balance of a beautiful home when a wonderful wallcovering is added; wallcovering really sets the mood for any space. With all the new marbles, beautiful ceramic and glass tiles customers are bringing in for us to work with, introducing wallcovering into the project adds the element which creates a true designer look.

Come see me at Hirshfield’s Edina or Eden Prairie with all your decorating projects or questions. If I don’t know the answer, I will certainly work on getting the answer for you.

Jon

P.S. Some of my co-workers and I increased our window treatment IQ and went through The Window Fashions Certification Program™ last year. Check out our credentials; I’m the good-looking one at the bottom of the page.