How the Textiles and Upholstered Furniture at High Point Market Got My Wheels Turning
I’m still feeling so inspired after 48 hours in High Point last month. Today’s post is all about upholstered furniture, which totally stole the show at High Point — at least for me!
I’m still feeling so inspired after 48 hours in High Point last month. I’ve already shared a breakdown of all the great showrooms I had the chance to visit and the trends I’m eyeing. Today’s post is all about upholstered furniture, which totally stole the show at High Point — at least for me!
It’s not just about a comfortable sofa or picking the right shade of neutral anymore. Upholstery is often times the star of the design and stands out with its unique curves and lines and layered textiles and patterns.
This new wave of design is all about curved arms, high backs and carved wooden legs. I also noticed a focus on function. Seat depth and height and storage are among top considerations. I also saw a lot of recliner options which the industry calls “motion” furniture.
One of the biggest trends seen at High Point was the need for easy cleaning. Crypton played a big role here with its patented, and seriously impressive, fabrics. These fabrics can practically resist any spill or stain with a little Dawn dish soap and warm water.
I got to see this in action and as a mom of three with a dog and a busy household, stain resistance is ultra important. The science behind it is very impressive and we got to hear from the Crypton team more behind the brand and science.
Crypton only sells to furniture makers so you can’t buy directly from them, but when you’re shopping for a new piece of furniture, be sure to ask if they offer Crypton fabric. Brands like Designmaster Furniture, One Kings Lane and Ballard Designs all do.
In terms of aesthetics, beauty is all in the details! It’s not just about the hero fabric anymore. It’s also about the piping, trim, box-pleat, skirt and so much more. I love seeing designers’ creativity come out in these details and how they truly elevate the entire room.
With all of this new insight and information, my wheels are turning on how I will design my next upholstered piece! I’m thinking scallops, pattern play and a slightly more petite scale for my young kids. The dreaming has just begun!
Lately on the blog... We shared How I Decorate for Christmas and a Tuckernuck tablescape.
It's Time to Deck The Halls! Here Are My Quick Festive Home Decorating Tips
We are slowly shifting into holiday mode in my house, so I wanted to share a few tips to help you create home for the holidays, too!
Last week I shared a detailed breakdown of how I plan to decorate my personal home for the holidays. Today we’re talking about those final, quick touches that help bring the Christmas magic to life even more!
PILLOWS
Herringbone throw blankets have become a recent favorite layer of mine. Imagine having a cozy night by the fire and having a lightweight blanket that’s pretty enough to leave out all year round!
PICTURE FRAMES & CANDLES
Refresh your family pictures and light a Christmas candle (love these by Nest). Little touches like these make a big difference.
LAMPSHADES
Go the extra mile in your design by replacing the plain white lampshade with an ivory pleated lampshade or add some color with a small print or block print shade. This is one trend I’m absolutely loving!
ARTWORK
Deck the halls with fresh artwork. Christina Dowdy and Emily Ward are some of my favorite artists. I also love abstract artists like April Atchley and Megan Daisy Milner. If you're local to Charlotte, Cotswold Marketplace is a good source for ready to hang original artwork.
MY FAVORITE TRICK
Did you notice the presents in the bookshelf? This Christmas decor trick is a great way to fill space, especially in bookshelves and on tabletops, with inexpensive holiday decor. This wrapping paper is from $6 Target and the silk brown ribbon can be found on Amazon. A winning combination for subtle, classic Christmas cheer.
FESTIVE GLASSWARE
The holiday season calls for a new set of plates or glasses that make hosting a small or impromptu holiday gathering so much fun! I love these small plates, Estelle glasses and $3 target glasses.
MUSIC
And lastly, don’t forget to set the mood with a Christmas playlist for every occasion. And when in doubt, pick greenery from your yard for a fresh, inexpensive holiday look!
SHOP MY HOLIDAY HOME FINDS!
Lately on the blog... We shared 3 home trends on my radar and a healthy dose of architectural inspiration in our November Home Edit.
How I Decorate for Christmas
We are slowly shifting into holiday mode in my house, so I wanted to share a few tips to help you create home for the holidays, too!
We are slowly shifting into holiday mode in my house, so I wanted to share my holiday decorating game plan in hopes to help you create home for the holidays, too. PS! I've added a Christmas collection on LTK so you can shop my holiday decor, festive outfits and children's pajamas all in one place.
My first suggestion is to keep the Christmas decor simple and complimentary of your home decor. This gilded angel is versatile and can be placed on top of a tree or on any tabletop. It pairs nicely with any gold home decor!
I usually have two trees, and pre-lit ones make holiday decorating so much easier! This one was borrowed from a friend but I loved the size and scale so much I’m planning on buying one during the after Christmas sales this year. This viral Lowe’s Christmas tree has my attention and is tempting me to buy now!
I typically go with elevated neutrals for ornaments. Over the years I’ve fallen in love with Fig & Dove’s ornaments and mix them in with my Amazon ornaments for the perfect blend of blue/green color and gold. They're shatterproof and only $23 for 30 ornaments! Tip: Remove the hanger provided and replace them with floral wire to tie the balls on top of Christmas tree branches.
Here's the tree before the ornaments were added, scroll down to see how I decorated it!
These are a new add this year but I love how it adds more interest to the tree! Just fluff and place in the tree.
I love inviting my kids to help, too! It makes the process and end result personal for them and I love making these memories with them! My daughter got her first Bauble Stocking last year and was excited to add it to the tree this year. She’s also holding a ceramic beautiful ornament with pearls gifted to me by my aunt when I was younger. It’s special to me and I love how she cherishes it, too!
Personalized Christmas stockings are a must for everyone in the family! The kids stockings complement my husband and my stockings but have more personality and childlike designs. I added the cuff for a more traditional look.
For anyone with kids or pets, these acrylic stocking holders have a patten protected technology that’s engineered the gold hook to sit in the acrylic base and doesn’t fall when the stocking is filled with gifts or pulled by little hands or paws. (Genius!)
I added gold branches, flameless candles and live greenery on the mantle! It’s an easy way to dress up the mantle without overpowering it with garland and it’s so pretty at night.
Side note: My Frame TV picture frame was an investment but I can’t imagine not having it now. I have the pale gold — currently 15% off.
For fresh florals, I look to the garden! These are magnolias and greenery clipped from the yard organically arranged for an understated, rich in color floral arrangement that looks good for days.
I add these velvet ornaments in a marble bowl surrounded by fresh greenery — again right in line with the color palette of the room. My color is no longer available but they have a mulberry color I’m loving!
This gold tassel from Fig & Dove on antique furniture, stockings, gifts or door handles adds another touch of Christmas cheer! I love the acrylic on this one for a more modern feel.
I always add a wreath to the front door and this year I went with a white berry round wreath with a velvet blush sash. The blue and gold monogram feels so Southern to me and I love how it’s festive without being too “Christmasy."
Finally, when in doubt, add ribbon! It’s easiest way to decorate for the holidays. I love the peacock blue velvet with gold trim! It’s Christmas without again being well, too “Christmasy.”
SHOP MY FESTIVE HOME FINDS
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Come With Me Behind the Scenes at High Point Market
I just got back from two jam-packed days at market. I was so honored to be part of the Design Influencers Tour program this season. Here's a glimpse at what I saw.
I just got back from two jam-packed days at High Point Market. I was so honored to be part of the Design Influencers Tour program this season. As part of the program I had the chance to visit 20-plus showrooms and learn more about products and trends to come in the home industry.
Over the next month I'll be diving deeper into what I've learned—and sharing so much inspiration. For today's post I wanted to give you a quick overview of all the amazing vendors I got to see and meet.
Regina Andrew is a Detroit-based company with an expansive collection of lighting and other home decor. I loved these floral sculptural pieces.
Accent Decor specializes in trendy vases and vessels. They sell their wares to florists, home stores and other retailers. I fell in love with these large textured lemon planters. I could see them filled with lush green plants or faux pomegranates, or even as an ice bucket with wine for a small dinner party.
Joybird is known for its direct-to-consumer midcentury modern furniture. They're known for their use of color and have a wide-selection of fabrics available at a good price point.
A few things caught my eye at home decor and lighting vendor Jamie Young. I loved this chair (under $700!) and burlwood console. Jamie herself provided the tour of the showroom and was a delight to meet. Her world travels and family have inspired her design.
We made a few Crypton stops, including Cyrpton for Norwalk Furniture. These textiles are so crucial when you have kids and pets as it makes it easy to get out any stain. I loved that you could add this durable, timeless fabric to any Norwalk Furniture frame.
Hinkley Lighting is a new-to-me brand that I was really excited to see! Lighting makes a space shine—in more ways than one—and I appreciate the price point of this brand. They debuted a new collection with Frederick Ramond that stood out to me. I could see these whimsical pieces in a scullery, nursery or even a more intimate dining space with Gracie wallpaper.
The National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA) was a cool stop on our whirlwind tour. We got to see an induction stove and a countertop that has built-in charging stations for your phone.
These beetle print occasional chairs were my favorite piece at the Crytpon for Designmaster showroom. I could see these comfy swivel chairs around a game table or paired with a mustard sofa with merlot contrast piping in a teenager playroom.
Lexington Home Brand has a large permanent showroom about 15 minutes from downtown High Point with an extensive collection. It was fun to see their outdoor living collection! No surprise—this blue and white striped outdoor piece was calling my name.
Asian Loft has some really unique pieces from all over Asia. The showroom is huge and a great place to go if you're looking for one-of-a-kind statement pieces. You can find it all on their website, too!
Hooker Furnishings really wowed me this season. The chief creative director, Caroline Hipple, shows incredible vision and discernment when it comes to styles shown at Hooker. The color palettes in their collections were rich and colorful. It's nice to see us saying good-bye to gray!
FlowDécor has great price points for neutral, earth-toned pieces. Their lamps and cotton-backed lamp shades are all at kind of unbelievable price points.
Bernhardt's outdoor collection was very impressive. Most people have heard of Bernhardt but I didn't realize they had such an extensive outdoor collection. It's clear these large-scale pieces will stand the test of time.
Decor-Rest has been specializing in upholstered home furnishings for 50 years. I loved getting to know the family history and story behind the business that's motto is "furnishing homes with love."
Crypton for Sherrill Furniture features light, preppy fabrics that just made me happy! This showroom was my personal favorite. It included furniture from two Sherrill Furniture lines -- Mr. and Mrs. Howard and Lillian August. If you're near Charlotte, you can now visit the new Mrs. Howard store in the Eastover neighborhood to see it all for yourself! Fun fact, Garden & Grace directory member, Andrew Roby, renovated and rebuilt the space to beautifully reflect the Mrs. Howard brand.
Stickley's high-quality furniture was a crowd-pleaser. This smaller scale cabinet was unlike anything I've seen on the market. When House Beautiful editors saw it, they said they could see it in a larger luxury bathroom to add warmth and storage in equal measure—and I agree.
Natuzzi is a contemporary Italian furniture brand. The pieces were so unique and innovative -- and surprisingly comfortable!
Universal's Coastal Living Collection stood out to me. I loved their pieces for a comfortable and casual beach home. I especially loved these small, versatile stools. Can't you see them in a performance stripe with a contrast piping for a pop of fun!
I learned so much from my time at High Point Furniture Market and left so inspired after spending it with eight other influencers that are so talented and kind!
Lately on the blog... We shared ways to add character to your home (hint: millwork plays a big role) and 3 things to know about timeless topiaries.