Yes, we’ve seen crystal and geode accessory pieces, but how about individual crystal shards tailored as place card holders? Elegant and a conversation piece on their own, even if you don’t choose to splurge on the large crystal centerpiece container. Randy Korando and Dan Belman, Boxwoods Gardens and Gifts
On the back stairs, a subtly sculptured carpet (a personal favorite) brings a welcome note of interest. Maxine Hyland and Danielle King, Kings Home Furnishings
Who doesn’t yearn for their own dressing table to include the appropriate organizational pieces to keep the surface from looking a mess. This master bathroom’s nod to civility is chic and well organized, a perfect way to use coordinating accessories that might otherwise be relegated to a pantry or drawer. Danielle Rollins and Robert Ingram, Rollins Ingram
Two key design elements…a chevron floor pattern and white marble…brought together to take the powder room to another level. Beth Kooby, Beth Kooby Design
A crenelated border on an over-sized ottoman plays to the axiom that “a man’s home is his castle.” Douglas W. Hilton, DWH Interiors
It’s worked for centuries…”portieres” (simple fabric panels at a doorway, to be left open or closed depending on your whim) give the feeling of a grand and special place — especially when glamourously thick and puddled. Maxine Hyland and Danielle King, Kings Home Furnishings
A classic decorative gesture that isn’t utilized often enough…mirror on mirror in the master bath. Robert Brown, Robert Brown  Interior Design
As a follow-on to my earlier blog on “Decorating with Books,” I offer these intriguing and charming thoughts for the spines of books (first over- covered in paper)…watercolor drawings of your favorite accessories (here, a shoe and handbag) and your name subtly spelled out in large letters. Patricia McLean, Patricia McLean Interiors
There are many bamboo-patterned wallpapers, but Thibaut’s really rang for me…1)the design is more impressionistic than most, giving it a playful feel (not serious bamboo, that can often look more like bones,) 2) the scaling of the pattern and the background provides an airy feel, making the paper a good choice for ceilings and 3) the old/now re-introduced spring green is a fresh, favorite color as shown here in an upstairs suite. Patricia McLean, Patricia McLean Interiors
And on the terrace — a fastigate Japanese maple answers the quest for an unusual, well-scaled and tall container planting…with added color interest in the fall. Bill Hudgins, Lush Life Home and Garden
So, not one but two paint applications that turn any wall into a fully serviceable office (or children’s room) partner. Benjamin Moore chalkboard paint applied over Rustoleum magnetic paint so you can write on/wipeoff the wall as well as hang items from WITHOUT having to use  nails. Jessica Bradley, Jessica Bradley Interiors
Whenever I see your name pop up I know that I am in for a treat. Your creative and informative text and pictures delight me every time. I can hardly wait for your Dallas visit in October.
Fondly,
Ann
Betty,
What an inspiration to see your collective photos. The ingenuities of your works of art is heartily admired. So beautiful.
Cheers!
Cherry