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• A Collected Centerpiece for Long Tables

  May 16, 2013

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  With a season of outdoor celebrations on the horizon, we’ve been brainstorming new, natural ways to decorate extra-long tables that can welcome even the biggest gatherings of family and friends. Inspiration struck when we spotted a set of shapely bud vases-- displayed together, these diminutive vessels seemed just right for anchoring a spacious tablescape. Seeking a centerpiece that would cover a lot of ground, we lined up our collection of hand-blown glass and dropped in simple stems of fragrant herbs, with a few flowers for good measure. We're looking forward to reinventing this style throughout the summer with seasonal cuttings and other small containers, like vintage juice glasses and our favorite Weck jars.

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• Meet the Collector: Melissa's Heirloom Linens

  May 13, 2013

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  As celebratory table settings go, our own favorites play into a mix: old with new, neutral palettes with pops of bright color, and solids with simple but beautiful patterns. The result tells a story, and one that few love better than our own visual manager, Melissa B. A longtime, and dare we say fervent, collector of new and vintage textiles, Melissa's linen chest is filled with finds from thrift stores in Amsterdam, shops in the English countryside, local artisans, and her family's cupboards. As our own striped, solid, and block-printed linens arrive for summer, Melissa gives us a look at her collection, the story behind her heirloom linen habit, and her tricks for setting a show-stopping table

  terrain: How did you decide to start collecting linens?

  Melissa: It was never really a decision – I can’t help myself when I see something beautiful. It began mostly when I was traveling-- the wonderful stories, histories, and personalities in linens that I found just made them irresistible. I think people often overlook linens as an heirloom gift. The truth is, once you have pieces that you love, you’ll use them forever. 

  terrain: Your collection pairs heirloom linens with new pieces. How do you select new linens that complement your heirloom favorites?

  Melissa: When selecting a new piece, I look at the material, which helps me understand how a piece will react with washing so I can use it without worry. I always choose neutral tones that can take on supporting roles for my heirloom showstoppers. I also look at the weave and colors, and stay away from patterns that indicate a date or an era; mostly I stick with classic stripes or no pattern at all. READ MORE

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• Our Mother's Day Staff Favorites

  April 24, 2013

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• Dig Into Spring

  April 22, 2013

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  Recently, we flung open our doors to celebrate the start of the gardening season with our annual Dig into Spring celebration. We snapped a few photos of the store along the way, and wanted to share them here with you!

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• Meet Our Moms

  April 16, 2013

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• Perfect Pair: In the Studio with Frances Palmer + Amy Merrick

  April 10, 2013

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  As longtime admirers of them both, we were thrilled recently when a friendship between potter Frances Palmer and Brooklyn floral designer Amy Merrick sparked the idea for an afternoon spent shooting Palmer's new collection of made-for-terrain vessels with Merrick's stunning botanicals. An avid gardener herself with an eye for subtle asymmetry, Palmer's quiet Connecticut studio and pure white ceramics were the perfect foil for Merrick's beautifully unruly arrangements. Take a peek at the afternoon above and, if you're in the neighborhood, stop by terrain in Westport on Saturday, April 20th to meet the artists and see their lovely work in person.

  For more information on the April 20th event or to mark your calendar, visit our events page here.

  Still want more? Hear more about the intersection of gardening and art in Grace Bonney's recent interview with Frances on the Heritage Radio Network here.

  Photography courtesy of Frances Palmer and Amy Merrick.

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• Artist at Work: Abigail Brown

  March 20, 2013

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  With a lifetime of experience in needlecraft and a love for the natural diversity of winged creatures, artist Abigail Brown spends her days creating a growing flock of colorful and intricate bird sculptures from fabric. Working with layer upon layer of new and vintage textiles, Abigail thoughtfully crafts her one-of-a-kind feathered friends by hand, from sketching patterns based on real species to adding the final stitches that make each piece come to life.  Recently, we caught up with the artist in her London workspace to find out how her puffins, parakeets, and peacocks take shape, one tiny piece at a time.

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• How-To: "Sunprint" Easter Eggs

  March 18, 2013

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  Inspired by classic sunprints, this Easter we tried our hands at sunprint-style designs on dyed eggs. With a few sprigs of fresh green and a batch of natural cabbage dye, we crafted these simple, indigo silhouettes using an even simpler how-to. 

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  White eggs
  Lightweight nylon (we snipped squares from white nylon stockings)
  String or twine
  Small leaves, petals, or fern fronds
  Purple cabbage

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