Manchebo Beach Resort and Spa
Let’s design something for your hotel or your home. Make it a happy place. Just like Aruba.
Laurel
What do sea urchins, Aboriginal art and Be Here Now have in common?
It all started with a picture from Pinterest. “Mom, can you make a rug with a design similar to this picture I found on Pinterest? I want something bright and crazy on the floor.” So this was the first of my Circle Rugs. Her rug was quite large, 8’ x 10’ to cover the living … Read more
Washable kitchen rugs varnished canvas
Washable kitchen rugs can be indoor-outdoor fiber or small cotton rugs for the washing machine. But there is absolutely nothing easier than damp mopping a canvas rug right along with the floor. Varnished canvas is a new concept for washable kitchen rugs but a very old art form. It just makes sense. Several coats of … Read more
Hotel Room Decoration,and canvas rugs? Really?
Hotel Room Decoration in Aruba Hotel room decoration should be as comfy as home but feel like you are definitely not at home. A hotel can bring a sense of fantasy and magic to add to a vacation. It’s not just a place to sleep, it’s part of the experience. Recently I was invited to … Read more
Runner rugs, let me take you there.
The most versatile rug Runner rugs are one of the most versatile pieces in your interior décor puzzle. They make long hallways inviting. They run alongside your bed, in the kitchen, on your porch or entranceway. Canvas runner rugs are even more versatile because they’re made as long and as wide as you want. When … Read more
Non slip canvas rugs
Ideas for non-slip canvas rugs Many people have written to ask how to keep the canvas area rugs from slipping. I was packaging a canvas rug for a client to try out on her slated porch and made this video about different options for non-slip canvas rugs. Some like to use a rubber backing to … Read more
Home Decor Fabric for the Tropics
Home decor fabric is the life and lifeline of any interior décor project. Home decor fabric IS home. Every room, every space uses fabric to make life comfortable. Curtain fabrics dress our windows and keep the light out or let the light in. And upholstery fabrics allow us to be cozy, safe, and enveloped in … Read more
Canvas rug, sew or glue?
Both techniques work for different situations, but ultimately Sew or Glue, its up to you!
Custom Design Rugs Make a Splash
Custom Design Rugs Custom design rugs are a chance to make what you want where you want it. And not only for the design on the rug but the shape and size. There is freedom that kind of makes you giddy when you get started with custom design rugs. My most recent project was for … Read more
Canvas floor cloth canvas preparation
Prepare your canvas correctly and you’ll save yourself a lot of headaches when it comes time to paint!