Trims...

I love a trim... In the world of decorating, it's one of the most exciting ways to add oomph and excitement to everything from a cushion, a throw, a lampshade... And visiting a trim store... well what could be more exciting than that... In Australia we're lacking in the trim department don't you find... Although stores such as Spotlight and Lincraft have come a long way in the supply of interesting and beautiful trims, it's still difficult to source the exotic and one of a kind at home... Recently, when hubby was in London I had him traipsing the streets in search of some gorgeous trims... You see, I had a photo shoot on the way and was desperate to get my hands on some trims to use as props... He did well, and managed to secure a tiny bag full of deliciously coloured trims and I was so grateful as they added such a beautiful edge to the photographs... Can you imagine my glee then, when the gorgeous Holly Becker steered me in the direction of M&J Trimming in NYC... Would you believe, in all the times I've been to NYC, I've never visited this gorgeous store... Trim stores are akin to candy stores for me... And I've just spent the better part of two hours scouring the walls for beautiful things... Of course, like candy stores, one can get a little overwhelmed by the choice - the range is huge! But I did come away with a few very special pieces which I'm planning to infuse into a new colour scheme that I have planned for the farmhouse... Well, when I say new colour scheme, I might be stretching things a little far... Note the blues and greens dear friends... I just can't get away from them... So, it's not really a new colour scheme, more a new texture theme... A little rougher and more earthy - with the noted blues and greens as accents... So after two hours - this is what I managed to secure... I can see some gorgeous cushions trimmed in these, can't you? From this pic, you'd never think that it taken me so long to make my choices! Such a piddly array!!! And so, I think I may have to dip my toe back in, before I leave! Just once more! For the fun of it all...