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Bossy color in Real Simple!

Annie Elliott | October 18, 2010

It's here! The November issue of Real Simple magazine has hit the newsstands.

Bossy color was delighted to provide her thoughts on jewel tones in decorating - a growing trend.

Having just painted the infamous living room a TOPAZ YELLOW (7th time's a charm), we found the timing of the article oddly appropriate.

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» Color + paint color

Pet-proof, child-proof, slob-proof (book giveaway!)

Annie Elliott | October 16, 2010

One of bossy color 's favorite clients happens to be named Glynnie.

As you can see, Glynnie is a dog. So technically, she BELONGS to our clients.

But in creating a decorating action plan for their living room, it's actually Glynnie who's calling the shots.

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» Furniture + upholstery, Rugs

You asked…about a paint color for a boy’s nursery (that will age well, to boot)

Annie Elliott | October 13, 2010

Dear Bossy Color, aka Annie :) -

I am expecting baby #2 in five weeks - a boy! - and am in the process of setting up his nursery. But I am completely stumped about what color to paint the room.

I did remember your advice to start with the rug, and found one that I love!

Read more »You asked…about a paint color for a boy’s nursery (that will age well, to boot)
» Color + paint color, Kids, Rugs

Thanks, Apartment Therapy! Budget-friendly ways to get design help

Annie Elliott | October 8, 2010

Well! How exciting to be the primary source of info. for Apartment Therapy's post yesterday about seeking affordable design help!

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» Color + paint color, Living Room + Family Room

5 accent pillows with just a touch of glam

Annie Elliott | October 6, 2010

Let's take a breather from bossy color's living room, shall we? In other areas of our life - i.e., the money-producing part, also known as "work" - we've been recommending a lot of accent pillows with just a touch of glam.

We ask you: who couldn't use a little glamour in their lives?

Exactly.

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» Art + accessories

Bossy color’s living room, part we’ve lost count: Benjamin Moore’s 343 Sunrays and a new art wall

Annie Elliott | October 4, 2010

Gentle Readers, how bossy color has missed you! What with the blog migration (nearly finished), client projects (exciting), a new assistant (fabulous!), and, as you know, personal decorating trials and travails (often frustrating), life has been unusually hectic.

Let's catch you up on bossy color's living room. Here is the most recent "Before:"

Read more »Bossy color’s living room, part we’ve lost count: Benjamin Moore’s 343 Sunrays and a new art wall
» Color + paint color, Living Room + Family Room

Welcome to bossy color blog on WordPress!

Annie Elliott | September 29, 2010

You made it! Welcome! So glad you're here.

There is still much work to be done, including re-entering the last few posts from Blogger. But we prefer to rip off our Band-Aids with one rapid yank, rather than slooowwwwly peeeeelll back the plastic, listening for the tiny ping of each breaking arm or leg hair as we go.

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» Color + paint color, Living Room + Family Room
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Oct 7

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Happy Wallpaper Wednesday! Today we’re talking about one of my favorite things in the whole world: grasscloth. (Which technically makes today *Wallcovering* Wednesday, but tomayto tomahto.) Most grasscloth is made of actual grasses that have been washed, dried, bleached or dyed, and glued to paper. Wallcovering made of sisal, seagrass, raffia, or hemp also is placed under the heading “grasscloth.” Talk about timeless style: while grasscloth had a popularity surge in the 1960s and 70s (thanks to a cultural obsession with living in nature), its first known use was in 107 AD, in China ;) Grasscloth has long been appreciated for its insulative properties and durability. From a decorating perspective, I love it because it adds warmth, texture, and dimension to any space. Picture a room painted white, and then imagine that room with an off-white grasscloth on the walls (and, if you’re me, the ceiling). The second room is still light and bright, but it’s cozier and more interesting.Grasscloth can be minimalist in neutral earth tones or maximalist, dyed bold colors, colorfully painted, or appliquéd with spangles, embroidery, or tape trim. It shows its seams when installed, but that’s part of the charm. I love grasscloth in hallways, living spaces, and bedrooms, but I avoid using it in kitchens and steamy bathrooms because I’m nervous about odor retention and excessive moisture.Enough school for the day, but if you remember nothing else: grasscloth enriches every room it graces. Highly recommend.📸 Michael K. Wilkinson@schumacher_midatlantic @schumacher1889 @phillipjeffriesltd

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Oct 3

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You likely know where I stand on pillows: they NEVER should be an afterthought. Check out my latest blog post for recommendations on size, shape, style, and placement. Link in bio. 📸 @stacyzaringoldberg📸 @kipdawkinsphoto📸 @angieseckinger

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Oct 2

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This client’s gorgeous collection of gold icons in the bookcases puts this room in a league of its own. Whenever you have a collection — of ANYTHING: frog figurines, English engravings of flowers or dogs, snow globes — maximize its impact by bringing the objects together and placing them in a prominent place. These icons are breathtaking, and the sheer number invites you to go closer and study them. With reverence.#eastlake #vintagerug #antiquerug

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Sep 28

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Happy Fall! Ironic, isn’t it, that fall weather is cool, but the colors we associate with the season are warm? The earthy orange grasscloth in this foyer is undeniably “fall” to me. Add deep, warm versions of green and blue, et voilà: a cozy, inviting, autumnal space.

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Sep 23

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For this week’s Wallpaper Wednesday we go into the Woods… Woods is a great example of Cole & Son’s innovation in serigraphy, a traditional method of screen printing. The pattern is available on fabric and wallpaper in a variety of soothing yet elegant colorways. Due (I’m sure) to the booming success of the original, there are now some whimsical variations on Woods: Cole & Son added metallic stars to some colorways and pears to others. As you may imagine, however, this traditionalist prefers the original 🙂For some reason, Woods is especially popular for nurseries. Maybe those babies really wanted out of their cribs. 👶🏼In 2005, Woods deservedly won the ELLE Decoration International Design Award for Wallcovering of the Year. And it’s still going strong.

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Sep 22

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“Isn’t ‘modern farmhouse’ over yet?” I loved speaking with @authordinacheney @washingtonpost about the worst interior design trends! Turns out I’m not the only designer with strong opinions 😊@vincentewolfdesigns @kimletgordon @maxsinsteden #interiordesign #washingtonpost #designopinions #annieelliottdesign

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Sep 18

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Best part of being an interior designer is using your own home as a playground for creative ideas! We changed the paint in our living room again and here’s how it looks now! #interiordesign

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Sep 17

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When you become an empty nester, when is it ok to reclaim your adult child’s space? Check out my latest blog post for my recommendations on how to approach empty nesting!📸 @stacyzaringoldberg📸 @kipdawkinsphoto📸 Michael Wilkinson📸 @angieseckinger

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Sep 10

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Pink, green, and a splash of dark orange come together to create this sunny, summery bedroom 🪷
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