Scandinavian home décor treasures sourced by designers When we were about to be married, Mr. Shops and I visited my parents who were living near the Pennsylvania Amish country. Never one to pass up a good shop-while-traveling opportunity, our purchases included hand sewn quilts, delicious hard pretzels and colorful rag rugs. Mother-daughter duo designer Susan Serra and Kelly … [Read more...]
Contemporary Handwoven Rugs
Traditional weaving techniques are interpreted in modern handwoven rugs. I was first introduced to handwoven rugs three decades ago when my parents were living near the Pennsylvania Amish country. Mr Shops and I purchased several rag rugs for our first home. Three children and numerous pets later, they were still going strong. With our first grandchild on the way, I was … [Read more...]
Galbraith and Paul Rugs
Contemporary handmade rugs from Galbraith and Paul create a sea of bright color. I have been compiling a special list of rug designers to share with you, including Galbraith and Paul. These are creative folks who, unlike moi, have the artistic ability to bring their visions to life. Textile artists Liz Galbraith and Ephraim Paul started their business journey as a studio with … [Read more...]