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To achieve a bedroom that's both chic and serene, New Yorker Erika Fox kept it simple. She used three of our Luxe Cloud Pearl pillows in size 22x22 on her king size bed, then layered two 13x19 Solid with Grosgrain Ribbon Border lumbars in front.

We love how the white pillows add texture and elegant coziness while the black bordered pillows add an impactful graphic element.  

Erika previously had these on a queen size bed which also worked well because the three larger pillows spanned the full width of the bed. If you'd like the three pillows in the back to take up the full width of a king bed, I'd recommend getting size 26x26 and then doing the front lumbars in size 14x22.

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Such a delight to see one of our customers, Bari J. Ackerman, featured in this month's issue of HGTV magazine! Bari used our Leopard Velvet pillow in size 14x30 as an accent in her modern maximalist master bedroom. Shop the pillow here. 

💃 Doing a little happy dance over here because our Bengal Bazaar Magenta pillows made an appearance in this month's issue of New York Cottages and Gardens magazine!

photography by Patrick Cline

They're included in the story featuring one of our talented customers, designer Lindsay MacRae, and the 1920s home she transformed from dark and dated to fresh and fun.

This pillow style is also available in Teal and in Grey.

Want to see a fabric swatch? Click here.

If you're craving simplicity, you're going to love this decorating trick... 

home of Ashley Robertson| interior design by Urbanology Designs | photography by Mary Hafner

Instead of doing several smaller decorative pillows on your bed, opt for an extra long one. It's simple, yet highly impactful.

For king beds we recommend size 14x48.

For full and queen size beds we recommend size 14x30 to 14x36.

Click here to view all the pillows we can custom make in those sizes. 

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Marine Blue Velvet pillow

It's high season for houseguests. Here are 30 ways to step up your game and make your guest room a welcoming oasis for your friends and family:

• 1- Fresh flowers - who doesn't love fresh flowers? Keep it simple and elegant with one single variety of flowers in a small vase. 
• 2 - WiFi info - print out your home's wifi password and network name and put it in a photo frame to make it easily accessible for guests
• 3 - Water - leave out a few water bottles or a pitcher and glasses so your guest(s) can stay hydrated. Put them on top of the dresser or the bottom shelf of an open nightstand
• 4 - Snacks - put them in a tray or basket and personalize them for each guest whenever possible. Adding a handwritten note is a nice touch and makes it feel like a little gift. 
• 5 - Wastebasket - This is a simple addition that is easy to forget. Include a liner. 
• 6 - Magazines - give them something leisurely to read while unwinding. Perhaps include one you know they like, and a local one so they can get to know your area. 
• 7 - Lots of bedding layers - this is probably one of the most essential things on the list. We all have our different preferences when it comes to how many layers we like to have while sleeping. Keep an extra quilt, blanket, comforter, etc., easily accessible so guests can customize to their liking.
• 8 - Lots of sleeping pillows - another essential - a mix of feather down and alternative down pillows can accommodate different preferences. Freshen them up right before your guests arrive by sticking them in the dryer for about 10 minutes. 
• 9 - Big euro pillows - they look luxurious and make the the bed more comfortable for those times when guest are just lounging with a book, device, etc. This is especially true if the bed doesn't have a padded headboard. Use 28x28 inserts with a feather down fill (or alternative down) so that they look nice and full. 
• 10 - Pillow protectors - this keeps sleeping pillows from getting stained and gross
• 11 - A beautiful decorative pillow - it can instantly dress up a plain bed and elevate the look of the room overall. Try a luxe velvet pillow in a rich color as shown in the photo above or perhaps a single extra-long patterned lumbar in neutral colors. 
• 12 - Blackout shades or sleep mask - in case guests want to turn in early or sleep in 

Poppyfield Seamist pillow

• 13 - A chair - if you have the space for it, a chair is a nice addition as a spot for guests to sit and put their shoes on, a spot for placing any extra pillows at night, etc. 
• 14 - Full length mirror - we all like to give ourselves the once over before heading out the door
• 15 - Plenty of towels - a must. Wash them right before your guests arrive so that they're fresh.
• 16 - Toiletries - if you have sample size toiletries collect them all and put them in a clear glass jar for your guests to use or drop some of what you already have available from your full sized (or Costco sized) bottles into beautiful refillable uniform pump bottles
• 17 - Tissue box - add a cover so it's not an eyesore 
• 18 - Reed diffuser - good for adding a light scent in the room
• 19 - Hair dryer - convenient
• 20 - Robe - nice especially if guests need to walk through the hallways to get to and from the shower. Go with classic big plush white ones.
• 21 - Slippers - guests probably didn't bring this along with them and it would help make them feel relaxed and at home
• 22 - Alarm Clock - I have this one in my own bedroom and love it - it has a cool sunrise effect that gently wakes you up and you can turn off the display so that the room can stay dark at night 
• 23 - USB outlet or wireless charger - give them a place to charge their devices
• 24 - Empty hangers + closet space - give them as much space as possible to hang their clothes
• 25 - Empty drawers - give them a place to unpack and feel at home. If you usually use your guest room for storage, temporarily move as much as possible to another room. 
• 26 - Drawer/closet sachet - place a lavender sachet inside a drawer or closet for a pleasant scent - as a bonus it can help keep insects away
• 27 - Laundry bag or hamper - depending on how long they're staying this could be really handy.   
• 28 - Empty closet shelf or closet floor space - give them a spot to put their suitcase away
• 29 - Iron or steamer - we all know how wrinkly clothes can get after being stuffed inside luggage
• 30 - Hooks - so they can hang their bags, scarves, coats, etc.  

Hope this gave you some good ideas! Don't feel like you need to do everything - pick and choose what you think your guests would appreciate the most.  

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photo credits: 1- home of kristen shaeffer / 2 - home of krystin lee, design by jacquelyn clark, photography by heidi lau

Is it just me, or is there something really satisfying about seeing a good before and after? It's probably why all those HGTV makeover shows are so addictive! Below is a little round-up of four beautiful bedroom transformations that will inspire you to make over your own space.

Designer: Kristin Jackson

BEFORE...

...AFTER!

blue pillows, front to back: Pyne Hollyhock Indigo in size 22x22, Betwixt Indigo Blue in size 20x26, similar blue velvets

Designer: Naomi Stein

BEFORE...

...AFTER!

light pink patterned pillow on bed: Imperial Trellis Blush in size 15x25

Designer: Megan Pflug

BEFORE... 

...AFTER!

black and white geometric lumbar pillows on bed: Channels Ebony and Ivory in size 11x19

Designer: Megan Bachmann

BEFORE...

...AFTER!

ochre lumbar pillows: Golden Yellow Velvet in size 12x24

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photo credits: 1 - design by Naomi Stein, photography by Courtney Apple / 2 - design by Kristin Jackson / 3- design by Megan Pflug, photography by Manuel Rodriguez / 4- design by Megan Bachmann, photography by Vivian Johnson 

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Two key things to note: 

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Pyne Hollyhock Charcoal

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photos courtesy of Monika Hibbs

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Sadly the Bark (brown) colorway of the beloved David Hicks La Fiorentina geometric print has been discontinued. If you've been eyeing this pillow, now's your time to get it! We still have some remaining, but once they're gone, they're gone. Photos below of a chic bedroom designed by one of our customers, Paloma Contreras.

bedroom by Paloma Contreras Design

Shop the La Fiorentina Brown pillow here. Shop other colorways of the La Fiorentina print pillows here. 

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Our Conga Line Moss & Aqua pillows in this super cozy bed nook by designer Jillian Harris, as featured in Style at Home Magazine.  Looks like the perfect spot for a nap!

photo credit: Janis Nicolay

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Conga Line Moss & Aqua

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I first become familiar with Jillian Harris via the addicting HGTV show Love It or List It, but I really fell in love with her aesthetic via her regular posts on instagram and her blog. I was so excited to see a tour of her Kelowna home. Here's a look: 

Light and bright. 

Our Leopard Linen pillow in her beautiful living room!

Chandeliers glam up the white kitchen.

Perfect spot for a morning cup of coffee.

For more of Jillian's home (including her cozy outdoor dining space that made it on the cover!), check out the May issue of Style at Home Magazine (available at newsstands as well as online via Zinio). Spot our Leopard Linen pillow on page 108!

p.s. Click here to see Jillian's living room styled up for the holidays with our Conga Line Moss and Aqua pillow.

photos by Janis Nicolay

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