Wednesday, May 30, 2012

Amy Flurry


Amy Flurry is a freelance writer, editor and stylist for national online and print publications of fifteen years.  Her work has been presented in InStyle, Conde Nast Traveler, Four Seasons, House Beautiful, Country Living and many other magazines.  Flurry is the regional editor for Lucky magazine and is a style editor for eBay’s online magazine, The Inside Source and The Atlantan, a luxury publication.  She has provided brand consulting and copy-writing to many fashion and lifestyle clients. She serves as a regular guest speaker for Saks Fifth Avenue’s “Want It” presentation, AmericasMart Atlanta, Fashion Group International, and the Savannah College of Art and Design.  In 2010, Flurry co-founded Paper-Cut-Project, a company that designs custom-made paper art installations.  Flurry has recently written her first book, Recipe for Press; pitch your story like the pros and create a buzz!

Amy Flurry















Paper-Cut-Project















Amy Flurry's new book, Recipe In Press

Tuesday, May 29, 2012

Camel Racing


We found a new sport for all of you to consider.  Move over horse back riding - hello, camel riding! Camel Racing is a huge sport in the Middle East, Australia, and Mongolia and is becoming increasingly popular in parts of England. It is similar to horse racing in that one can bet on each race and it is a growing tourist attraction.  The camels and the jockeys, wear colorful outfits in Arab style to add pizazz to the event. Aside from the racing, the camels are also on display all day so people can meet these interesting animals and learn more about them.  So, think about how you would dress your camel on race day and may the best camel win.

Friday, May 25, 2012

Black Interiors

Is black really dark and depressing?  The use of black in interior design can be sharp, cool and expressive. We love the use of black in these interiors...



Wednesday, May 23, 2012

Albert Hadley


Our entire industry is celebrating the great American interior designer, Albert Hadley (1921-2012).  He was born in Nashville, TN and was a graduate of the Parson School of Design in New York and Paris.  His long time design partner was Sister Parish, and they together made Parish-Hadley, Associates in 1962. Hadley won numerous design awards and worked with a variety of styles including modern, Victorian, and Georgian.  Some of Hadley's clients included Oscar de la Renta, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, The Gettys, The Astors, and Diane Sawyer.  Albert Hadley was inducted into the Interior Design Hall of Fame in 1986.  He will be missed by many.


































Monday, May 21, 2012

Statues


If only statues could talk . . . think of what they could share.
Here are some images we found beautiful of statues used in interiors and gardens.