I love this beautiful gray from Benjamin Moore’s Historical Collection. I prefer it on trim work, millwork, wainscoting, board and batten, and cabinetry. I like it on walls with true architectural detail. The only place I am not crazy about it is flat walls. It...
The color pick of the week is Elephant’s Breath. If the name isn’t clever enough, observe how wonderfully the color reacts in different environments in the pictures below. The color was created by the famous English designer, John Fowler. Farrow and Ball describe Elephant’s Breath...
Hawthorne Yellow is one of my all-time favorite yellows. I’ve loved it since my early days in the design world! It is part of Benjamin Moore’s Historical Collection. I love BM’s description of their famous color. “This historical color is reflective of traditional architecture but...
Book Review: Elements of Style by Erin Gates
posted by: Tobie Hand
March 15, 2021
There is so much about this book that I simply love! Erin Gates provides practical advice to anyone trying to design their home and improve their daily home life. It is helpful information for any budget, style, and occasion. She shares hundreds of design tips,...
Favorite White Paints: Simply White
posted by: Tobie Hand
February 22, 2021
One of the most popular questions I get from people is “What is your favorite white paint color?” You can also read another recent blog I wrote Favorite Whites: Linen White Simply White by Benjamin Moore is a clean, crisp, multi-purpose white. It is ethereal...
I am toeing the line here between white and cream with this fabulous color. Linen White is a truly beautiful white with a slight yellow undertone. This paint color can be used anywhere! It is clean and classic but ever so warm. If you are...
There is something incredibly artistic and highly sophisticated about the combination of black and white. The color combination works handsomely in home interiors. It can be done easily and inexpensively with clever paint combinations. I found some excellent examples below. The options are limitless and...