Showing posts with label lanterns. Show all posts
Showing posts with label lanterns. Show all posts

Wednesday, February 16, 2011

Fabrics for sale

One of the few things I love about being a designer is the fabrics. I get so excited when looking and/or shopping for fabrics. Many designers are asked what is their process. Do we sketch first? Do we shop for inspiration first? Do we get the idea from the fabric? I am definitely one of those designers. Most of the time I do get the idea when I see the fabric. I see it and I think "oh this would make great....." and sometimes it does get made into that and sometimes not.  Many of you know I love Michael Miller fabrics. I have been buying from them for a few years now.  I love that they are in NYC, right down the street from me actually and they are a pleasure to work with.  Just an FYI Michael Miller is not one person, it is the brainchild of a man and a woman. 

It's a new year and I am trying to get organized. My fabric closet is overflowing and I purchased quite a few bolts of Michael Miller. I am starting to sell fabric by the yard on etsy but I thought I would also post here. Email me if you would like to buy some or go thru etsy. The etsy links are below or email me at tracey@traceytoole.com
*all fabrics are 100% cotton    *$8.00 a yard  *cut right off the bolt


"Pet Deer" chocolate back ground
http://www.etsy.com/listing/65783988/michael-miller-fabric-pet-deer
 "Scattered Lanterns"
http://www.etsy.com/listing/65785869/michael-miller-fabric-scattered-lantern?ref=v1_other_2
 "Daisy Dot"
http://www.etsy.com/listing/68116293/daisy-dot-michael-miller-yard
"Raspberry Blossom"
http://www.etsy.com/listing/68264739/raspberry-blossom-fabric-michael-miller
 "Hive"
http://www.etsy.com/listing/68158769/hive-fabric-michael-miller-yard

These fabrics will make a great skirt, tablecloth, napkins the uses are endless!



Tuesday, June 15, 2010

I LOVE LANTERNS

Living in New York City, Manhattan, I don't really get to use lanterns. I have used them in my apartment but it does look sad and pathetic. Lanterns make everything soft and relaxed. Maxwell at Apartment Therapy posted today his pics of favorite lanterns. It's a great list of all different styles and most importantly, prices for everyone! My favourite is pictured above.

http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/ny/at-email/best-outdoor-lanterns-2010-119427