by Natalie Ryan : January 31, 2016
No doubt you would have come across the news that the 2016 Pantone colour of the year consists of not one but two feature colours - the perfectly pastel shades of Rose Quartz and Serenity. (And a much friendlier option for home furnishings than la...
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by Natalie Ryan : January 12, 2016
Block printing is the oldest form of repeat printing, and was first developed in India. It makes use of small, carved blocks of wood on which the pattern to be printed stands out in relief. An ink roller is run over the raised surface and then the bl...
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by Natalie Ryan : December 16, 2015
For an enduring and much loved colour scheme for a girl's bedroom, it's hard to beat pink.
Pink is a colour that lends itself to a variety of colour palettes - take your pick from classic baby pink combined with natural linen hues, hot pink offset w...
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by Natalie Ryan : November 01, 2015
Creating a zesty bedroom featuring lush tropical colours is a cinch this summer season! These two playful & painterly bed linen designs from Kas Kids and Hiccups, now available from the Cottonbox website, will add ...
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by Natalie Ryan : October 19, 2015
One of the key trends for the new spring summer bed linen collections is undoubtedly refreshing! Soft and breezy hues in warm and cool shades are reminiscent of summer sorbets - think soft lychee, zingy citrus, lime green, mandarin, apricot, blood or...
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by Natalie Ryan : September 10, 2015
The new 'Into the Horizon' bedlinen collection from Sheridan takes inspiration from the unique and varied Australian landscape. From the lush coastal rainforest through to the vast expanse of the outback, each bed linen design highlights the beauty o...
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by Natalie Ryan : September 08, 2015
Get set for summer with a new quilt cover set in a refreshing palette of cool mint, turquoise and aqua hues! Cool colours tend to have a calming effect, allowing you to create a comforting and restful sleeping space.
A mix of blue and green, turquoi...
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by Natalie Ryan : September 03, 2015
From the palest of lavenders to the darkest of plum tones, the hues of the colour purple are as wide as its appeal. In ancient times, purple dyes were extracted from molluscs and therefore incredibly expensive and afforded only by the noble classes. ...
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by Natalie Ryan : September 01, 2015
Explore your eclectic side by welcoming in an opulent quilt cover inspired by exotic locations. The hallmark of Phase 2 quilted bedlinen designs are sumptuous patterns in rich, bohemian colour palettes. Complete your bo...
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by Natalie Ryan : August 08, 2015
The combination of neutral cloudy grey tones combined with energising sunshine yellow will add a dose of cheerful sophistication to a main bedroom or teenage retreat.
While a combination of darker greys and saturated yellows can look intensely moder...
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by Natalie Ryan : August 04, 2015
Brighten up your winter bedroom with these vibrant designs from Kas and KS Studio, now available from the Cottonbox website.
Kas makes it easy to create a strong statement in your bedroom with this collection of striking colour combinations, exotic ...
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by Natalie Ryan : July 31, 2015
A new addition to the collection of bed linen brands now available at Cottonbox is the Renee Taylor range of printed designs.Each quilt cover set is constructed from sumptuous 250 thr...
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by Natalie Ryan : July 28, 2015
Vivacious, exotic, captivating, daring and welcoming - when it comes to infusing a bedroom with energy and romance, few colours come close to red.Decorating with warm colours is all a...
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by Natalie Ryan : July 20, 2015
Deep blue and grey tones that are more neutral than primary can add a subtle warmth to your winter bedroom, especially when combined with richly hued timber furnishings and flooring. A statement-making quilt cover in a geometric design is just enough...
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by Natalie Ryan : July 12, 2015
I'm a night owl so I've enjoyed tuning in to the late night broadcast of the Tour de France over the last few days (and for the next couple of weeks). The rolling green hills and patchwork fields of the French countrysi...
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by Natalie Ryan : June 29, 2015
The leaf motif has a timeless appeal and never really goes out of style when decorating your bedroom. Soothing and tranquil, gender neutral, organic; however you look at these leafy designs, they prove how easy it is to create a restful sleeping spac...
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by Natalie Ryan : May 21, 2015
The colour black will add an element of refined sophistication to your bedroom, whatever your decorating style. You can create a dramatic yet cosy space by painting the walls a moody black, or a more quirky space with an ever-changing canvas with a c...
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by Natalie Ryan : April 15, 2015
Warm autumnal colours such as shades of rust, coral, burnt red, bronze, golden yellow and sepia brown will introduce a cosy feel to your bedroom over the colder months.Muted wall colours and ...
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