SPRING 2023

What’s new for spring? Glad you asked!

It’s hard to believe but spring is right around the corner! I know, there is another Arctic blast blowing in, but spring is coming. It’s a welcome season when the natural world wakes up, temperatures gradually rise and we are all invigorated after the winter months. The world feels fresh and new…and so do we!

And speaking of new, it’s been a busy couple of months for Paprika Home! First of all, the Spring 2023 Collection introduces new colors to some of your favorites. Esola and Chloe are now available in four beautiful colorways. Sarina now comes in Blush and a gorgeous tone of coral/red called Siesta is offered on Malabar. All designs are printed on a lovely Linen Cotton blend and a luxurious 100% Belgian Linen. And now, wait for it….

A 100% Cotton that is super wide, 116” to be exact! Yes, 116” wide!! How cool is that?? Just think about the possibilities…tablecloths, bedspreads, draperies…So. Many. Ideas.

I’m also excited to let you know that Afterpay is now offered at checkout for your convenience. At the moment it is only available for fabric purchases. Pillows will be added soon!

I hope you enjoy perusing the new colors and fabric options. As always, if you have any questions please send me an email and I’ll be happy to help!

Enjoy!

LOOKBOOK 3

They say a picture speaks a thousand words…..and I certainly agree. I really love putting together Lookbooks to inspire you with color and pattern mixing! There is nothing like flipping through photos that show ways to mix it up. One idea sparks another, and that is the point….to inspire you to find your own happy mix.

The newest Paprika fabrics introduce new rich hues of color as well as softer palettes. The prints include spunky small scaled prints, global inspired prints, a sweet floral and prints inspired by old world textiles. In other words, a little bit of everything! As always, all my prints are designed to mix with each other. I hope you enjoy perusing the pages. In fact, I’d love to hear which are your favorites!!

LOOKBOOK 2 IS HERE!

Yay, the second Lookbook is here! I must admit that I had hoped to publish at the beginning of summer, but here in Louisiana summertime can roll right into October, so perhaps not so late after all!!

Lookbook 2 is all about pillows, pillows and more pillows! The easiest way to refresh your home ever, nothing says comfort like a cushy pillow to cozy up to. With five sizes and beaucoup prints to choose from you can create the mix that makes your heart sing.

Click on the image and enjoy!

HOW TO MIX FABRIC COLOR AND PATTERNS

Ever wonder how fabulous rooms full of layered pattern and textiles come together to look, well, fabulous? I am forever bedazzled by the cohesiveness of seemingly unmatched patterns…and there you have it. Unmatched. So how do you create the mix that works together?

I think it’s one part useful guidelines such as these:

Start with an anchor color, then 2-3 more colors and vary the shades of these colors within the patterns you choose. Or if you have a favorite color you can create a harmonious look with various patterns such as geometric, African, abstract, and stripes.

Choose one shade of color and 3-4 patterns in that shade to create a cohesive look.

You can use complementary colors (opposite colors on the color wheel) like green/purple jewel colors or coral/orange to create unity between florals, stripes and geometrics.

When it comes to pattern, you can use one specific style of pattern (such as Turkish kilim) to create harmony.

Vary the style and scale of the patterns you are combining.

And then I think it’s two parts YOU!

“Pattern is really personal, because it tells your story.” Rebecca Atwood

I couldn’t agree more! I truly believe surrounding ourselves with color and pattern we love creates joy in our home! And honestly, while there are many guidelines about the best ways to mix pattern, at the end of the day it’s about what YOU love.

images: La Boheme, Penny Morrison, The Jungalow, Umberto Pasti