Category Archives: Trendspotting

Trendspotting: Foxes

Posted on March 5, 2013 by VickieHowell

Just like colors and styles come in and out of fashion, so does the usage of certain animals in home decor, fashion and novelty items.  Cats are a classic and probably the most used pet in print, owls were EVERYWHERE … Continue reading →

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Trendspotting: Aztec-Inspired Prints

Posted on January 24, 2013 by VickieHowell

One of the boldest trends over the past year or so is that of angular Aztec-inspired prints. From home decor to jewelry and swimwear, you’d be hard-pressed not to spot the Southwestern flair that graces the aisles of even the … Continue reading →

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2013 Color Trend: Emerald

Posted on January 4, 2013 by bernatyarns

2013 is here, and it’s time to embrace Emerald as Pantone’s Color of the Year! Emerging as a standout shade from 2012′s jewel tone trend, Emerald is a versatile hue that’s perfect for bringing a vibrant, sophisticated, and harmonious vibe … Continue reading →

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Fall Color Trend: Oxblood Red

Posted on October 4, 2012 by VickieHowell

This month Bernat is celebrating the Waverly line of yarns inspired by the world renown home decor brand. Waverly yarn comes in a deep, rich palette — one with a few shades that bring to mind one of the biggest … Continue reading →

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Trendspotting: Crazy for Chevrons!

Posted on September 6, 2012 by VickieHowell

Here we are, exactly a year from the infamous Missoni at Target  stores (in the U.S.) launch; the tipping point for what has continued to be a collective, crazed enthusiasm for chevron print. It’s a bandwagon that I happily jumped … Continue reading →

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