Fabric, Drapery, Great Decor Items, Custom Upholstery, etc, etc.....

Yes!  In Vu has it all.  This past week the  GTA West Chapter of CDECA spent an informative evening  with the owner and staff of In Vu  http://www.invudraperyco.com/  checking out the latest in fabric colours and trends and how by mixing many different patterns and prints in the same colouration you can have exciting and beautiful decor.  The trick is knowing how and what to mix together and they presented some fabulous ideas to us.  In Vu  specializes in window treatment design & construction as well as other custom services such as duvet covers, shams, coverlets, etc etc.  The also do custom upholstery and re-upholstery.  Rounding off their many services, In Vu carries a wide range of designer fabrics and elegant accessories to complete your space.

We also saw some of Cobi Ladner's new line which is really on trend in the bright colours she has added to her collection. Colour is happy and fun.  It has been a long while of neutrals and now we are going gangbusters with colour.  About time don't you think?  We can still have restful rooms but adding just a punch of a bright colour in accessories will change up any room.  I could go on and on about colour, in fact I  will have a post on that very subject in the near future. 
In Vu In the meanwhile, here are some photos of the lovely fabrics and decor items at InVu.

So many beautiful fabrics and colour combinations

 Thanks to everyone at InVu for a lovely evening

DABBLE, daBBLE, DAbble......

It's the newest on-line magazine which focuses on design, architecture and food.   Kimberly Seldon and staff have a great new magazine and from reading the first issue it is sure to be a success!!  Dabble http://www.dabblemag.com/ held their launch party at Elte in Toronto last Thursday, March 24.  This party was the place to be and be seen.  Such an amazing turnout of support.  It seemed that everyone was there - from celebrity decorators, designers, the Cityline and Benjmain Moore celebs and everybody in between.  It was like no other event that I have been to recently, and I go to many events, as you know from reading this blog.  There was great food and beverages - wine, water and vodka and of course some amazing draws.  It was so crowded that you just had to laugh and have fun.  I was enjoying myself  so much that I didn't take many photos.  Oh well, the main thing is that we all had a great time. 

The Dabble photographer were taking photos of anyone what wanted and of course I went for it and may appear on the pages of Dabble sometime in future.

Kimberly Seldon welcoming everyone to the party.

As you can see my photography skills need some refinement and consistency.  Oh well you get the picture (no pun) I am a decorator not a photographer, my daughter takes on that role.....

Tons of people mingling and enjoying themselves

I promise I will practice and get better at taking photos

The Colour of 2011 -

The PANTONE Colour for 2011 is Honeysuckle, a dynamic reddish pink combination which is being seen in all aspects of life - fashion and home furnishings, art, cosmetics and just about everything else.
Honeysuckle is a vital brave colour, bold in spirit and uplifting.  It sends out the message of confidence. 

'Honeysuckle is a captivating, stimulating color that gets the adrenaline going' – explains Leatrice Eiseman, Executive Director of the Pantone Color Institute®.
Honeysuckle is guaranteed to produce a healthy glow when worn by both men and women. It’s a striking, eye-catching hue that works well for day and night in women’s apparel, accessories and cosmetics, and in men’s ties, shirts and sportswear. Add a lively flair to interior spaces with Honeysuckle patterned pillows, bedspreads, small appliances and tabletop accessories. Looking for an inexpensive way to perk up your home? Paint a wall in Honeysuckle for a dynamic burst of energy in the family room, kitchen or hallway.

Even if you are not a "pink" person, you will still enjoy looking at the various ways to incorporate this lively colour into our homes in a large way or just a hint.  I had a lot of fun searching and selecting some great photos that depict all the ways we will use honeysuckle in interior decor this year.....Enjoy!!

Hope you enjoyed the tour of "pink" and that it has filled your sweet cravings!