by studiotullia | Oct 7, 2022 | CURRENT PROMOTIONS, DESIGN TRENDS, INTERIOR DESIGN, NEWS FROM THE STUDIO
GREETINGS EVERYONE!
Kids are settling back into school and I’m enjoying morning walks in the neighborhood. Busy squirrels and bold crows are harvesting nuts and berries as the leaves turn vivid yellows, oranges and reds. The days and nights are getting cooler and we turn our attention toward home, right?
This latest collection was inpired by my backyard; a lively dahlia garden, an exuberant fig tree and lots of fallen pine cones.
This new fabric above featuring dragons and tigers pairs so beautifully with vibrant colors.
I had so much fun mixing and matching these pillow cominations…woolens, velvets, wovens, printed coordinates in stripe and Les Touches in several colorways work nicely together. I even threw in some vintage.
I mixed some vintage wool (orange and brown woven) with modern solid wool along with fun prints from Schumacher, Pindler and Brunschwig and Fils.
Another great Fall fabric is Citrus Garden in primary by Schumacher that lends itself to this palette as well.
CITRUS GARDEN IN PRIMARY – Lots of fun sizes!
A couple of fun, graphic fabrics by Schmacher are fun to add to this collcetion and keep things cheerful throughout the year.
And how fun is this NAVY CROSS?
LES TOUCHES in so many fun colors….
I sell the blue colorway online in my store but you can get it in all of these colors. Forever classic. Just send me a direct message if you would like to order in another colorway.
by studiotullia | Jun 19, 2021 | DESIGN TRENDS, INTERIOR DESIGN, NEWS FROM THE STUDIO
NEWS FROM THE STUDIO:
STUDIO TULLIA has a new collection of mostly vintage, hand dyed, batik fabric from Indonesia, India and Guatemala. There is only so much available in this collection, so get it while it lasts. It works with high and low design.
SHOP THE INDIGO BLUES COLLECTION
SHOP THE GLOBAL TEXTILES COLLECTION
The beauty of indigo endures.
I am a big fan of indigo denim, I’ll tell you that much.
Indigo pigment – a bit of History
“Indigo pigment is actually one of the oldest natural dye; ancient civilizations such as the Maya, the Egyptian, the Japanese and the Indian already used the blue dye derived from the Indigofera Tinctoria plants to dye their clothes. When it started to get exported in trade routes around 300 BC, the Greek named it indikon meaning ‘from India’; due to its’ high demand, Indigo soon became a luxury item, symbol of wealth and power, gaining the name of “blue gold” for its strong value as trading commodity.
“There is not consensus about when Indigo arrived in Africa, but at some point around the Fourteenth century, in the village of Kano, in northern Nigeria, many dyeing pits appeared, most of which are still visible and in use. Since then and for centuries, from the Tuareg nomads of the Sahara to the grassland kingdoms of Cameroon, Indigo has been the foundation of a rich and varied textile tradition that still persists today. “- ItalianBark.com
This is an exquisitely detailed batik floral, available in this blue and silver gray colorway.
This faux shibori pattern is versatile, and will not bleed in the wash.
The textiles below were given a vinegar soak to set the dye although I would still hand wash them in cold water just in case.
I am a big fan of this fabric below – it is a sturdy cotton fabric that is a great coordinate. I have it on our bed and it would make a great comforter also.
I make these catchall bags up every once in awhile. They are great to travel with as you can put all your random electronics, phone, jewelry, etc. They also are great for planters with a plastic lid in the bottom or to fill with random gifts for a friend.
This is East African Indigo below, which looks beautiful.
Sure looks great for a beach getaway.
A few fun companions would be:
This is a gorgeous linen sheer fabric from SCHUMACHER if you want curtains made. Please email me for details. All we need are your window dimensions!
I recently came across these African baskets. Beautiful, eh?
Thanks for following along !
by studiotullia | Feb 18, 2019 | DESIGN TRENDS, INTERIOR DESIGN
I’ve been into the blues lately…
The above swatches are some of my recent favorites, all from SCHUMACHER except the grayish swirl fabric by Kate Spade for Kravet. I Love the soft grays in the mix. That might be a nice direction for next Fall.
Last Spring I did a collection with THE ENCHANTED HOME that we never really formally introduced. A softer, more watery palette with light blues and aquas that I think is pretty lovely for Spring.
Pick a floral pattern or “anchor” fabric that you love like this VECCHIO SPA, and pull out the colors that speak to you like lavender, turquoise, green, gray…
How lovely is this pattern in curtains? (I am working on a curtain program for Spring…)
This HARU in Bluebell would also be lovely as curtains. This is a really large scale pattern:
As you can see in this pillow from STUDIO TULLIA:
The pictures below feature the front and back porch of Tina (of THE ENCHANTED HOME)’s newly built home in Palmetto Bluff, SC.
The lovely linen floral VECCHIO SPA with the JALISA coordinating pillows look so inviting with the blue shutters, topiary and bench above.
BLUE & WHITE POTTERY (as shown above from WS HOME) is a great layer to add to a blue and white color scheme. The cobalt pigment is one of the very few that can withstand the highest firing temperatures that are required, in particular for porcelain, which partly accounts for its long-lasting popularity
Blue and white decoration first became widely used in Chinese porcelain in the 14th century, after the cobalt pigment for the blue began to be imported from Persia. It was widely exported, and inspired imitative wares in Islamic ceramics, and in Japan, and later European tin-glazed earthenware such as Delftware and after the techniques were discovered in the 18th century, European porcelain. Blue and white pottery in all of these traditions continues to be produced, most of it copying earlier styles. For more information on blue and white pottery go HERE
(per Wikipedia)
You may also find a wonderful collection of porcelainware sets for sale at THE ENCHANTED HOME:
And here are some pillows from THE PAGODA COLLECTION that we curated together a year or so ago, beautifully displayed at her home in New York, that still look as fresh as ever:
A lovely floral fabric by Schumacher on the chairs and pillow below with coordinating prints and plaids in this room by ALEXANDER REA:
The use of CHINOISERIE, seen in the decorative arts since the 17th century, is still as classic as the combination of blue and white.
Chinoiserie (English: , French: [ʃinwazʁi]; loanword from French chinoiserie, from chinois, “Chinese”) is the European interpretation and imitation of Chinese and East Asian artistic traditions, especially in the decorative arts, garden design, architecture, literature, theatre, and music.[1] The aesthetic of Chinoiserie has been expressed in different ways depending on the region. Its acknowledgement derives from the current of Orientalism, which studied Far East cultures from a historical, philological, anthropological, philosophical and religious point of view. First appearing in the 17th century, this trend was popularized in the 18th century due to the rise in trade with China and East Asia.[2]As a style, chinoiserie is related to the Rococo style.[3] Both styles are characterized by exuberant decoration, asymmetry, a focus on materials, and stylized nature and subject matter that focuses on leisure and pleasure. Chinoiserie focuses on subjects that were thought by colonial-era Europeans to be typical of Chinese culture. – Definition from WIKIPEDIA
This is a gorgeous room featuring chinoiserie wallpaper in a Texas home done by MILES REDD:
And another gorgeous example as seen in Architectural Digest:
I first saw this room by Celerie Kemble and Kristen Wilson in THE BULLETIN by SCHUMACHER last Fall. The details and subtleties of colors are so exquisite. And the brighter cobalt chinoiserie panels are a nice contrast to the softer blues.
CITRUS GARDEN works with so many colors and coordinates…
Though I feel I’ve been in an eternal slumber for the last few weeks with the ever present gray light and rainy weather in Portland, I am hopeful that February is almost over and then we are through the worst of the Winter doldrums. Spring, here we come.
by studiotullia | Nov 27, 2018 | STUDIO NEWS
THANKS TO VELVET…
I started my pillow business back in 2010. I had a bolt of turquoise velvet (that I had found at an estate sale) and decided to sew up some pillows and see if they would sell. They sold like hotcakes until they were all gone. Turquoise happened to be 2010 Color the Year. Who knew? Tangerine Tango, 2012 Color of the Year was another very hot color that sold like crazy.
Over the years, it has been fun to guess and watch what colors do well and try to figure out why. Velvets will always remain a staple in my designer toolbox for a number of reasons.
They offer pure, saturated color in an unbelievable array of colors and patterns.
They are generally very soft and nice to the touch.
Good quality velvet is extremely durable and will withstand the test of time.
Most natural fiber velvets and today’s high performance velvets are generally very resilient and age well (manmade velvets don’t age as well and can melt when ironed).
Wrinkles can almost always be pressed out with a little TLC and steam.
Over time, velvets develop a wonderful patina even when showing signs of wear.
Dirt can be easily removed with water, a gentle soap or rubbing alcohol on a q-tip (my personal choice). Pat, do not rub, as the pile will damage if repeatedly rubbed in one spot.
Some great inspiration found on Instagram:
There are a couple colors that are hands down the most popular.
SAFFRON:
:
Love this room:
HOUZZ did a video featuring MILE KUNIS and her parents’ condo makeover which included the sunny yellow SAFFRON pillows:
TULIP
Also a big seller, especially in a range of lumbar sizes:
This pillow served as inspiration for Cailtin Fleming of SACRAMENTO STREET (Image below from Domino Magazine)
It was featured in ANTHOLOGY MAGAZINE a couple years ago:
LAKE
Below, is a lovely example of LAKE velvet as shown in Katie of CLAGETT DESIGNS’ living room:
LEOPARD
Leopard velvet has been immensely popular and doesn’t seem to be going anywhere. This particular one is a nice look for a reasonable price.
If anyone knows how to work leopard, it would be Mega Instagram star Deborah of BLOUNT DESIGNS
What’s fun about her posts is she transforms her white living room by switching out accent colors and accessories.
(pictured above is her friend’s house, DESIGNS BY LAILA)
Kristen Siefkin of INTERIOR DESIGN ALCHEMY is a local Portland designer who repeatedly mixes leopard with other textiles, to add an eclectic note to a room:
(Design above and below by KRISTEN SIEFKIN as seen in APARTMENT THERAPY)
I am also a big fan of leopard as you can see by this heirloom chair which once belonged to my great grandfather. It was reupholstered in LEOPARD over 10 years ago and still looks great.
APPLE GREEN
Camila of EFFORTLESS STYLE INTERIORS shows how an apple green velvet accent pillow can really enhance a space in this DINING ROOM MAKEOVER:
We have collaborated on several curated collections and we ALWAYS incorporate a few choice velvets into every one.
This palette will carry forward into 2019:
These have been my current offerings for this past year, and many are staples that will also stay:
What do you think? Which ones do you like? What would you like to see next year? I would love to hear your thoughts.
I’m going to revisit my vintage velvet collection in an upcoming post (stack to the right above is the vintage velvet). Many have sold out, but there are still some lovely ones available for purchase, being made up this week.
Love this lavender velvet sofa:
PROMOTION:
I have a VELVET SPECIAL going on now until December 12th.
I almost always end up feeling pretty crazed in December. I’ve started my stash of gifts and I’m hoping to kick things into gear here real soon. How about you? Aiming for quality over quantity. Hope the twins are down with that…thanks for following along!
by studiotullia | Sep 7, 2017 | DESIGN TRENDS
The article, A New Leaf, on page 30-31 of this Summer’s first ever ETSY JOURNAL features tropical palms in all their glory, shot by Photographer Chelsea Cavanough.
Full of features about artists and their work, grab a cup of coffee and enjoy! And don’t miss PAGE 30! Look at this image below shot by photographer Chelsea Cavanaugh. ETSY Art Director Alexandra Drosda assembled all items from the Etsy sellers featured here. The bold jewel tones, on trend brass accessories and lighting, teal blue hues, rattan, natural wood and other contemporary elements combine to create a fresh look.
This tropical design “trend” has been going on for awhile now. Decades actually. It is just endlessly reinterpreted every decade or so and adapts, like plants, to its current environment.
The Swaying Palm Pillow in colorway ALOE has been a consistent best seller for a long time. Sold in both outdoor polyester and indoor linen, it adds freshness to any space.
It has a touch of golden yellow in it so it looks lovely with saturated yellow hues.
Sold in a multitude of sizes:
This is the newest addition to STUDIO TULLIA’s offerings – a long lumbar measuring 13×33
(14X36 inch insert required) that would look amazing on a long sofa or bed.
EMERALD GREEN has always been a striking color that works beautifully with the palm pattern:
Just this SUMMER the iconic SWAYING PALMS fabric became available in two new colorways:
“ISLA PINK”
and “ESCAPE BLUE”
and look how it just pops with this peacock blue velvet:
The stag horn ferns featured in the photo shoot are stunning and I was thrilled to see that they are available right here in Portland at PISTILS NURSERY
Look at some of the amazing plants available at their brick and mortar in Portland, online or at their ETSY STORE for $48 and up:
And one last shout out to WALL HALLA out of the NETHERLANDS for the crazy beautiful Banana Leaf self-adhesive wallpaper. The one featured in the article:
I LOVE this one:
and these are also wonderful:
You know the end of Summer is sadly near – only a couple weeks away – so from now until the Friday, September 22nd, you may enjoy 20% off any purchases of Swaying Palm at my ETSY STORE or www.studiotullia.com using
(this coupon cannot to be used on any other products that are not tropical/palmy in nature).
Thanks as always for following along and enjoy the rest of your week!
by studiotullia | Aug 20, 2016 | CURRENT PROMOTIONS, HOUSE TOUR: Traditional Spanish Style House near Pto. Vallarta
MAJOR SALE GOING ON OVER AT THE ENCHANTED HOME!!!!
20-25% OFF PILLOWS FROM THE EH HOME COLLECTION BY STUDIO TULLIA:
HERE’S A QUICK RUN DOWN OF THE OFFERINGS:
LEOPARD PILLOWS….IN VARIOUS SIZES …. which we know go with everything….
$50 EACH for 20″
$45 EACH for 11×21
$30 for 14 x 18
$30 for 12×18
LOVELY SOFT FLORALS mixed with SOOTHING NEUTRALS…
$35 EACH! 20″
This would be pretty thrown in with the above:
$55 each (not part of EH PROMO – please email me at studiotullia@gmail.com if interested)
or this….$35 EACH for MANUEL CANOVAS SILK! 11X21
This works anywhere I’d say:
$50 EACH 22″
How fun is this Ming Pagoda in white against a neutral rayon:
$50 EACH 20″
Here is an incredible ROSE QUARTZ VELVET for $70 EACH – 20″
2016 COLOR OF THE YEAR!!!
$45 EACH 20″
$55 EACH 12×22
$70 EACH 20″
How gorgeous is this pastel botanical…
$45 EACH 20″
EMBROIDERED LUMBAR WITH SILVER TASSELS $50 EACH :
(not part of EH PROMO – please email me at studiotullia@gmail.com if interested)
Afraid this photograph does not do this pillow justice – so beautiful!
$45 EACH 20″
And I would add this to the mix as well..refreshing white, super lush linen velvet.
$55 EACH for 20″x 20″
(not part of EH PROMO – please email me at studiotullia@gmail.com if interested)
SOME CHINOISERIE ITEMS…
$35 EACH
CITRINE VELVET $70 EACH for 20″:
OR Pretty with this chartreuse linen, don’t you think?
$35 EACH
Many of these pillows that follow are what ENCHANTED HOME is known for doing so well – mixing blue and white with a touch of green…These are a lot of the collection I co-curated with Tina from THE ENCHANTED HOME:
$40-$45 each for 20″-22″ OUTDOOR PILLOW!
$40 EACH for OUTDOOR PILLOW!
$30 EACH – really soft, nice quality cotton with Hawaiian toile
This has proven to be a super popular pillow – so fun!
$40 EACH – 20X20″
This large scale pattern with the Ming Vases is so lovely
$48 EACH 22″
Moving into the FALL these are really gorgeous and will wear like steel:
$105 each – $24″ Chenille Flamestitch
I thought this ruffly ribbon was so pretty….
$48 EACH
Another really popular item
$50 EACH 22″
How fun is this DRAGON PILLOW with blue ticking on the back:
$110 EACH 22″
and the lumbar, too:
$60 EACH 12X 22
What do you think? Look interesting?
- Very limited numbers so subject to availability
- Shipping is extra, $10.00 for 1-4 pillows, $14.00 for 4+
- Orders over $250 get free shipping
- These are pillow covers only, it is recommended that you use inserts approx. 1- 2″ larger for a very full effect
- International orders, contact us please
- Final sale
And you know you can always find more pillows HERE
Cherish the last few weeks of SUMMER and have a great weekend!
BEST,
SUZANNE
