Day 145 ~ Wallpaper-a-day "Extra Terrestrial"

Everything on Earth comes from the cosmos & so it could be argued that everyting is extraterrestrial. This beauty is no exception with a repeat of 46" x 26".

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Day 144 ~ Wallpaper-a-Day "Mulberry"

This past weekend we did winter clean up in the garden and I was sad to see that a whole section of the ancient mulberry tree, near the top of the drive, has split almost completely off.

In honor of this venerable tree I am posting a geometric pattern I created a few years ago from it's spring branches. The diamond shapes are framed by a soft filigree, forming a delicate balance. We like it with an 8" repeat or 32%.

Spring In The Garden

We are no longer digging out from the "Winter of 2015" here in New England and in honor of spring I wanted to post some photos of our garden at its peak last year.

My wife, Lena, and especially my mother-in-law, Mona, have been developing this mature garden for many years.

When spring has really sprung I'll add a wallpaper line "The Garden", so you to can enjoy this view from your rooms.

Down the hill, horses graze in the paddocks among the peach trees.

The drive winds up to our secret spot on the hill.

It is a pleasure to stroll and relax in the different "rooms" of this magical place.

We are so blessed to live in this paradise, just 25 miles from Boston.

Happy spring to you all and thanks for reading.

Day 143 ~ Wallpaper-a-day "Peacock Textile"

Today, we will be at the Washington DC design center and tomorrow are meeting with several area interior design firms. Because of these meetings, the proposals I need to put together, the billing I need to do and the work we must start next week I have decided to postpone the wallpaper blog. So, for the rest of the week you will have to make due with "pone" which I may or may not post.

To entertain you in the mean time, I present this antique textile with a peacock tail feather pattern. Repeat 22" x 56".

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Day 142 ~ Wallpaper-a-day “Gothic Trompe l’oeil Door”

I have a collection of borders, details, moldings and doors which I will add over time. This Gothic door looks like something from the 15th century. Use it as a trompe l'oeil covering for a door, an embellishment at the sides or to cover an entire wall. 13" x 74" or custom size.

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Day 141 ~ Wallpaper-a-day "Jack's Vine"

This highly decorative design of vines, leaves and what I call artichokes is pretty and classic.

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Day 140 Wallpaper-a-day "Cake"

A highly embilished wallcovering for small spaces like a powder room wall or ceiling. Each of these octagons are about 6" across.

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