Hudson Chalkboard Paint available in 24 colors

Single colored Chalkboard Paint is a thing of the past!

Now you can mix things up using one or all of the 24 various colors offered by Hudson Paints for your home, kids room, or business’s chalkboard!

The colors range all over the rainbow and with cute names like: Army boy, oil spill and star supernova!  If your looking to pick some up I’d suggest snagging it online directly from the company @ HUDSON PAINT

Its a little pricey per quart but boasts going a long way, and anyways….how much space do you really need a chalkboard on?

Chartreuse anyone?

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Sweet Damask...so soft...so sweet

Inspiration in Color and a little History too…

Junebug Weddings

Damask Stencils sure are GRAND in just about any shape or form!   I find myself constantly drawn to fabrics or wallpapers as inspiration for new stencil recipes.  I love Damask stencils in particular because that they have a beautiful visual flexibility to really make a statement, be it elegant and tranquil or freshly funky and fun, they run the gamut style wise of creating a wonderful feeling…and you can cater them to your comfort and color liking.  I especially enjoy these designs when paired with the certain artists who always seem to take creativity and design to the next level.  Dare I say it ..AHEM …Melany Royals anyone?

Designer Stencils

Damask came to life originally in Florence, Italy in the early 1400’s. The methods were epically intricate with silk and praised for the showing of a reversed satin design.  At that time, creating these detailed pieces was a top secret and anyone who was caught sharing the secret recipe was beheaded.  GAWLS..  Perhaps I should stop writing…You guys wont behead me…right?…right?  RIGHT!

Damask Wall Decor

Damasks later became mainstream in the 20th century…no more heads were lost.  They began by making a statement in the textile linens industry but later becoming so popular that they because a staple for Victorian decorating.  “Typically, in wall decor, a damask describes an all over pattern that completely covers the wall with an offset repeat of the same design. A wallpaper effect.”  Victoria Larsen

Beautiful Grays and Whites

I love a nice clean tone on tone Damask, but like I said I’m really drawn to some radical and funky finishes because of how striking a Damask can make the color.  Try this DIY video on How to Damask Stencil your walls for those of you wanting to give it a go!  would you rather read some instructions vs.  watching a video?  Creative Evolution has a lovely step by step article  for you newbies!

Now… shall we look at some rocking Damasks or what?

Yummy Bold Blue and White

Does it get any better that a bright color with clean white Damask? YUMMY!

Daring elements in Damask design

Damask does not have to be the Victorian style which it most comfortable with… Look how this designer made a Damask by using a really clean allover oval shape.  Or below, how suddenly paisley takes stage with this allover design?  Are we getting inspired yet?

oh paisley

Yes Please!  I would LOVE some pink paisley goodness in my kitchen or office.  Why you may ask? Because I am a total color nut…and colors always seem to have a way of putting the biggest smile on my face!

What are your favorite Damasks?  What do your clients seem to love if your a finisher? Do they tend to play it safe, or do you get the occasional bold color loving client?

Are you working on any new samples now?  Questions, Questions people!!!   I’m currently working on a bumble bee stencil, (think colors black and white only with elements of white for pop) . Where is your favorite place to order allover Damask Stencils?  I prefer Melany Royals or WALLOVERS!!!!

Hope you are all having a beautiful week…and to learn about some of the beautiful things that YOU are doing with Damask Stencils.  Happy Painting!  lulu

Oh no…this post will not be about the fabulous Fats Domino tune…although it would be quite worthy if it were. Love that Jam!!! Instead this post is going to be about a beautiful color….one that penetrates taste buds this time of year…BLUEberry!

Is there a color deck out there with all foodie goodness  colors?  If not there absolutely should be.  I find myself enamored with discovering the precise colors of delicious and exquisite fruits and vegetables, or of bold and beautiful flowers blooming in my neighborhood.

Blue is the color of the ocean and of the sky.  It represents a vastness associated  with stability, strength, guidance, and peace.  Its a color that can be beneficial to both the human mind and the human body by actually slowing down one’s metabolism with its calming wax and wane effects.

The color Blueberry makes me so happy…It reminds me of a piece that was done on actress Zoey Deschanel in Domino Magazine (tear) before they passed.  She had these brave blues in her living space…very cozy, very delicious, very country rockabilly retro mama’s cooking in the kitchen cute!  Or as I like to think of them a very ripe and yummy blueberry… what do you think of her blue?

A rich blue like summertime blueberries is representative of both power and knowledge… It is a serious color, that can be paired down with  pastels to create a more playful nature.  It can also be very masculine.  I personally love a rich blue with crisp whites or cucumber or cantaloupe  shades.

I asked local Designer Erica Copper of YOUR STYLE REDESIGNED what she thought about a shade like BLUEBERRIES and she had  some wonderful insights into this color!

“A rich deep blue like that reminds me of a deep ocean… strong, yet calming at the same time. I love to combine an intense blue similar to Blueberries with very natural colors… this both relax the color and gives it a certain presence.   I also enjoy a dark blue with  natural shades of linen, creamy whites, and some spicy brown accents to prevent it from getting too boring.”

I also believe that rich colors need textured contrasts to enhance it even more, so I make sure to add some wonderful texture to the room…such as some natural woven shades on the windows, some rustic wood benches or tables, and some hearty baskets for storage. I also add a bit of soft texture to balance all of the rough… with a few cashmere blankets, airy linen sheers on the windows, or soft linen pillows.   I believe that the perfect room blends both wonderful color and texture.” -Erica Cooper

Now that we are all jazzed up about all things BLUEberry let us enjoy some blueberry flavored walls and rooms shall we?

Yummy Color with clean accents

Ooooh I just love clean whites with a rich color like BLUEberry!

Blue & White

What a statement for a dining room…A great way to set the mood for some intellectual dining conversations or colorful meals!

Yummy Blue Dining Rooms from a fellow Alicia's Blog

Here is a beautiful punch of a strong blue with RED accents!  OH JOY!!!!

Blue and RED

Want to try some Blues berries out as a color for your own walls?  Here are some fun suggestions from my color book for you!!!

Try:

Benjamin Moore Patriot Blue 2064-20

Pratt & Lambert Blueberry Myrtille 1208-3

or

Benjamin Moore California Blue 2060-20

Have some Rich Blues you would love to share?  PLEASE DO!!!!!  I love hearing about the colors you are just smitten with at the moment!

Happy Blueberry Painting Folks!

lulu

country living

Strawberry walls that look so scrumptious you just want to eat them…or at least dance around by them a little.  Yummy Yummy walls!

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A strawberry shortcake special!!!

ripe color

Try these:

Benjamin Moore Milano Red:1313

To pick your own in MPLS try:

Bauer Berry Farm!

Delish!!!  If you know of a great Strawberry paint color or have a room you would like to show off please share!!!

Easter may be long gone by now but flirty colors like pink and blue are still going strong.  Here are a few rooms and color combos to help give you a little extra girly bolt this morning!

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www.polyvore.com

related topics on  color wanderlust:

5 colours to cheer http://lulupainting.wordpress.com/2009/04/22/5-colours-to-cheer-up-your-space-this-spring/

sherwin williams 09 colors http://lulupainting.wordpress.com/2009/02/28/sherwin-williams-09-colors/

majestic blue http://lulupainting.wordpress.com/2009/01/26/majestic-blue-by-benjamin-moore/

painted headboards http://lulupainting.wordpress.com/2008/11/25/painted-headboards/

Here’s a few shades that I’m buzzing over this Spring!

Orange:

This vibrant color is just bursting with energy and warmth.  Its a combination of both yellow and red so it holds elements of beauty and celebration!

WEST ELM

http://www.flickr.com/photos/hitbyabus

YELLOW:

This is the official color of the year 2009 as launched by Pantone.  Hindus in India wear Yellow to celebrate the festival of Spring and to holistic healers Yellow is the color of peace.  This energizing color is surely going to be livening up homes and spaces more this year than ever before.

Keith Scott Morton

countryliving.com

CORAL

This cozy color brings a big ol smile to my face every time I walk into a room filled with it.  Like Red this is the color of beauty.  I personally believe this is the joyous color, one that invokes a room full of giddy laughs and lullabies.

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cottageliving.com

Purple/Violet:

Purple is a royal color, fit for any season it suggests refinement along with grace, elegance, and something a little different and special from other colors.  I double dog dare you to paint one of your rooms purple and then enjoy the energy that bursts out of it.

http://www.gaitainteriors.com/blog/?cat=23

apartmenttherapy.com

and last but not least…

TURQUOISE:

Turquoise is a real crowd pleaser and mood enhancer…Its sweetly feminine with a lively sophistication that’s strong enough for men but delicate enough for women.  It stems from the colors of water…think beach…think swimming…think vacation.  Now deck your walls with rich colors that make you think  of these wonderful things every day.

http://peacockfeatherevents.blogspot.com/2008_09_28_archive.html

http://prettylittlethingsforhome.blogspot.com/2008/07/rooms-that-just-get-me.html

Now get to work!  Don’t just wait for summer to come and brighten up your world with sunshine and open airy windows.  Your home should be filled with love and joy.  It should be filled with all things that make you smile and inspire you or make you happy.  Enjoy yourself by enjoying your space with some lovable cheery colours!!

colorful hugs. lulu

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