Pintura's textiles are handmade from weave to print (yes, they are hand stenciled!). Its comforting to know that true craftsmanship isn't dead. They draw inspiration from all over the world and turn out classic patterns. Their textiles are truly gorgeous and very well made (I'm waiting for a showroom here in LA!). Here are some of their gorgeous new patterns:

"Summer"

"Milano"

"Oasis"

"Parterre"

I am loving the new Trina Turk for Schumacher fabrics! So bright and fun- perfect for spring and summer. I would especially love to see Trina's fabrics on outdoor furniture. Here are my favorites from Trina's new line for Schumacher. You can find Trina's full line here.

Peacock Print in Pool

Sonriza Print in Java

Santorini Print in Persimmon

Trellis Print in Pool

Trellis Print in Watermelon

Super Paradise Print in Pool

Sunglass Print in Charcoal

"Hot Surface Houndstooth Set" by Jaime Salm @ Mio

Cork /kork/ n.: A sustainable natural material harvested from the outer layer of the Cork Oak tree.

I have to admit that I pretty much relegate cork to the bulletin boards in my studio. I appreciate it, but I don't employ cork all that often. But here is a cork I am loving. Houndstooth pattern cork pieces that interlock! Novel! Its meant for a table surface, such as a trivet for hot things. I would like to consult my favorite GC to see how I can do this for flooring...there has to be a way to use these little pieces as flooring. Or....I can houndstooth cork a large portion of a wall in my studio, frame it out and have a cool new inspiration board. Although, I may not want to cover up the pattern!