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Handmade Holiday Recap

2012-01-24T13:45:00.000-08:00

Who hasn't read a craft blog out in cyberspace cataloging the projects they wish to do one day? The truth is sometimes life just does its thing even when the most intentional plan is in place; it takes you someplace else. I had hoped to share my love of handmade gifts at holiday time (for me that's a big part of what the holidays are all about). But because life is life... instead of giving you all the details of items I intended to make, I'm going to share a few things I made for my daughter. Yes, including the Sew What! Skirts I previewed last month. I hope you enjoy. It's time to move on...

sommer --1. ,2. Wooden doll set | 3. Owl Belt | 4. Skirts and dau Belt

A New Year!

2012-01-18T21:12:00.000-08:00

Oh my! Sometimes life has a way of slipping by, and I guess that's what has happened here...

Amongst Christmas, my daughter's second Birthday, 2 of the nastiest back to back colds I've had in a long time, and sheer exhaustion, I've been silent in the blog world much longer than I could have ever imagined. Something had to give, but I'm back to wish all a much belated Happy New Year!

Looking forward, I'm excited to explore some site redesign projects here. It's had an ad hock vibe from the start and is in some desperate need of some tightening up. Equally, I am excited about designing some purses/bags for Indiana Rug's upcoming art shows. Projects like these are enjoyable and help me stay creative.

Speaking of creative, Holly Becker of decor8blog.com recently posted a great article about Domotex, the worlds largest flooring trade show in Hanover, Germany. I personally feel grateful to Holly because it was her blogging e-course that motivated me to start blogging in the first place.

According to Holly, The theme of Domotex for 2012 was, “Customized Living”, which is what I’m all about – making design more personal to the homeowner.

decor8blog.com

See what she has to say about area rug trends in 2012 here. It might just help you finalize your own area rug designs.

Indiana Rug Holiday Boutique and Open House

2011-12-05T18:38:00.001-08:00

If you have decorating or gift shopping left to do this holiday season, local Mishawaka residents might like to know Indiana Rug is having a must see event. Expect to find furniture, pillows, ottomans, rugs, aprons, dolls, small novelty fiber items (perfect for stockings), diy stocking kits--all 20% off three days only (not to mention a free cookie). Stop in and say,"Hi."We would love to meet you!

Indiana Rug is located at 900 s Cleveland St. Mishawaka, IN 46654

Call for more information at 574-233-7312

Centiva -not just another vinyl

2011-11-23T12:24:00.001-08:00

For awhile now, I've been fascinated with this flooring product and noticed Centiva is promoting a green initiative these days, and thought I owed them a mention. Here's what the company's website says:

Our financial commitment to The Centiva Green Way® is strong. More than 20% of our operating profit from the prior year is invested in green initiatives.

You can read more about their green commitment here. Or watch one of their debut videos from Toronto's GreenBuild 2011 here.

Centiva's website

Centiva's website has great downloads, brochures about their vinyl products, but I recommend seeing it in person, because it is a product that has a great deal of dimension. Some of it looks like wood, some like stone. I love the results of the custom work with these vinyl tiles because of the depth and dimension it creates.

Centiva's website

Small Business Saturday

2011-11-22T21:50:00.001-08:00

This November 26 is a big day for everyone at Indiana Rug. It’s the second annual Small Business Saturday®, when people across the country come out and shop to support their favorite local businesses. Starting at 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. Indiana Rug can be found at the Hoosier Artisan Boutique in Noblesville, Indiana.

If your interested in learning a bit more about how small business affects your community, I recommend following any one of the following links.

And Decor 8

2011-11-21T15:14:00.001-08:00

It seems every year , I resolve to prepare for the Holidays and every year, I still feel rushed. Still, I stumbled upon something great and exciting this year!

Holly Becker of decor8blog.com offers e-courses. Amongst the chaos surrounding me, I took the plunge and both registered for and completed the course this fall. I did it because I wanted to commit to my blog, and I find Holly's blog inspiring. Decor 8 is everything interior design and a must read in my opinion. After taking Holly's class, I can see why her blog and now book is so popular. She is truly a motivational person. Here's a peak at her site.

She teaches the course with Leslie Shewring, a talented lady herself, of Creative Mint . Admittedly, this is the first e-course I have taken, but it was so inspiring. I am now not only armed with a set of blogging tools: I am committed and excited to continue my blogging journey.

Thank You Holly and Leslie!

If anyone is interested in being notified of future classes follow the link. And really-- no matter what you have going on in your life, make the jump and take the class--you won't be sorry.

Fall is Fleeting

2011-11-16T14:30:00.001-08:00

Hi! It's starting to get chilly outside, and I thought I would take a moment to share six of my current favorite photographs before Fall is over. I hope you enjoy them too.


Sommer

Handmade Holidays

2011-11-14T07:42:00.001-08:00

This is going to become a weekly post. So, watch for updates. I thought I would dedicate a log of my handmade holiday projects. It will feature a multitude of craft type items. I thought I would give you a preview of my handmade holiday projects.

I've been ready to make these for awhile, and my daughter special requested a snowman skirt.I cut out three skirts since she is so little and can't wait to get started.

I recently styled a skirt pattern based on a fab book Sew What! Skirts by Francesca Denhartog, who is the owner of Valley Fabrics in Northampton, Massachusetts, and Ann Camp. The book gives you great tips on designing a pattern that fits. If your interested in purchasing the book for your own holiday projects they carry it at amazon. I thought I'd try it out for my daughter. I simply used old newspaper and a pencil to make my pattern.

Check back in and I'll share the finished project.

Today's Finished Area Rug

2011-11-10T07:02:00.001-08:00

Today's finished project shows you how with a custom area rug you can choose elements in the existing room (in this case existing upholstery fabric) and bring them out in your rug. Custom rugs are wonderful this way because you can pick and choose design as well as specific colors you want to accentuate.

Energize that Decor with Color

2011-11-09T04:32:00.000-08:00

In the current November/ December issue of Veranda, there is an article Color Balance "with more than a tint, a new palette energizes a Dallas House."

Veranda 2011

The designer Julie Hayes reveals an interesting upholstery tip when looking at fabric choices for your upholstery job. The custom coaches pictured actually use the sheer reverse side of the fabric.

I would like to point out the custom rug pictured in the above article picks up the curvaceous qualities of the fireplace. The rug acts as a reflection pool for the room in calming pale tones, which helps to ground the room and keep the vibrant colors from becoming too overwhelming. I believe this custom rug is essential to this space.

Find out for yourself. This Greek Revival House is bursting with energy with its unexpected uses of color. It is a must read for anyone wanting to bring vibrancy to their home.

3rd Hoosier Artisan Boutique

2011-11-07T15:39:00.000-08:00

I am proud to remind all Indiana residents Indiana Rug Co. is participating in the 3rd annual Hoosier Artisan Boutique at the Hamilton County Fairgrounds Exhibition Hall in Noblesville, Indiana from 10a-5p Saturday, November 26th, 2011. You can find out more about it here or see other participating artists.

From luxurious hand knits and bath and body items, to one of a kind jewelry and children’s clothing – you’ll find something for everyone on your list at the Hoosier Artisan Holiday Boutique on Saturday, November 26th, 2011.

--Hoosier Artisan Boutique

I am busy at work creating lots of fiber related Christmas goodies and hope you have a chance to meet us in person. Especially, since its holiday time and this is not only a juried art show but an opportunity for childrens' charities to benefit.

Holiday Decorating in Showroom

2011-11-03T23:24:00.000-07:00

In case your not familiar with Indiana Rug Co. , we moved our business this summer to 900 S. Cleveland Street in Mishawaka, Indiana. It's been a whirlwind summer, because we participate in art shows in the summer months in addition to our regular custom area rug and upholstery work.

Today we are excited to have a small but mighty showroom that's most importantly dry (the old place had a leaky roof) . It's hard for me to believe it, but we started decorating for Christmas. Since our move in, it's the first makeover of the showroom. I thought I'd share a photograph of our progress thus far. In case you were wondering, aside from a few props, everything in our shop is handmade right here. If your in the neighborhood, stop by and check out the changes in person. We would love to see you!

Happy Halloween!

2011-11-02T23:56:00.000-07:00

It's no secret, I love Halloween! No, not the gory gross stuff. It is the one day of the year when you can be whoever you want no questions asked--fun. Who doesn't love a a day when superheros and fairy tales rule?

Since my daughter is now walking and talking, I was especially excited to celebrate this year. We had an "Epic Halloween Party." We struggled and struggled to get my yard ready for the festivities. And I must admit, the weather did not cooperate during setup, but ultimately it was a success. We had our own spooky Halloween walk, roast your own hot dogs and marshmallows, potato sack races, and costumes to mention a few highlights.

Now that our Halloween Party is over, I am excited to move on... and catch my breath a bit...

PITCH YOUR OTTOMAN

2011-10-23T08:09:00.000-07:00

CountryLiving Magazine has this contest called Pitch your Product . We are so honored to be at Stoney Mountain today. We're hoping mom's pitch is well received. Here are some photographs of our voyage thus far. Stoney Mountain Park in Atlanta, Georgia is an absolutely beautiful setting for the event.

Upcoming Summer Events!

2009-05-27T08:24:00.001-07:00

Here's a short list of our upcoming Summer events.

Shoe Party June 6th
*Shoe Girl trunk party
*Rare, unique shoes at great prices!
*Come by and take a peek, it's an open house
*Located at Indiana Rug Co
*1pm-4pm Saturday June 6th

Mishawaka Summerfest June 26-27th
*Stop by our booth at Merrifield Park in Mishawaka, we will have Summertime pillows, purses, cushions, out door rugs, and much more!
*June 26th & 27th
*Hours: Friday 12 to 7 pm
Saturday 9am to 7 pm

Leland Art Show July 11th
*13th annual art fair with 70 art booths on the lawn and inside the building
*Saturday, July 11, 2009 from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm.
*Located in Leland, Michigan
*http://www.oldartbuilding.com/blog/artists-market/

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Holiday Rugs '08

2008-12-18T13:31:00.000-08:00

As promised, here are some of our most Holiday creations on sale in our showroom. Remember to stop by our showroom at 1217 N. Merrifield Mishawaka, Indiana. :)

Christmas is coming soon!

2008-12-12T13:37:00.000-08:00

Sorry, it's been so hectic lately at our store, I haven't had time to write any blogs! Business has recently really picked up even with the economic struggles. I promise by next week I will have a big detailed blog about all our new holiday rugs and goodies. Wait until you see these Santa pillows I made, they are hilarious! Sorry for the quick blog, but I have to go hang Christmas lights with my son. He wants to go for the Clark Griswald effect this year!

November News!

2008-11-13T14:16:00.000-08:00

Yay! My favorite holiday is quickly coming up. I just love Thanksgiving. Preparing all the delicious food and being around the family. What could be better?

This whole month has been crazy! My daughter just had her baby month a week ago, so I'm now a Grandma. It's so exciting. I drove all the way down to North Carolina to visit her, it was quite the long drive.

Well, I'll stop rambling now and give you some info you might be interested in. If you visit indianarugco.com you'll find we have a cute turkey area rug for sale. It's great deal and perfect rug for Thanksgiving decor.

South Bend Museum of Art

2008-10-20T13:19:00.000-07:00

Hi there guys, how's it going? Above is the fancy letter I received from the South Bend Museum of Art regarding their benefit auction & dinner on October 2, 2008. We donated one of our rugs to them for their Off The Wall gala fundraiser. The goal of this event was to promote regional artists and to honor artist "Maria Tomasula."

I would like to thank the South Bend Museum of Art for allowing me to join them in their fundraiser and for all they do for local artists like myself. It was a great event to be apart of.

Fernwood Event

2008-10-04T03:24:00.000-07:00

Fernwood 13998 Rangeline Road Niles, MI 49120
www.fernwoodbotanical.org
269-695-6491

Fernwood's Mission Statement: "To enrich the lives of all people by stimulating appreciation of nature, by exemplifying harmony between people, plants, gardens and wildlife, and by using the natural and cultivated habitats known as Fernwood."

We are very excited at Indiana Rug about the upcoming event at Fernwood on October 18, 2008! Fernwood is a botanical garden where you can be surrounded by the beautiful nature of Michigan. They offer various events one of which Indiana Rug Company is very proud to have one of our rugs participate in. Jan Frieden, a local artist will have an exhibition in the Clark Gallery. We have donated a rug inspried by Fernwood itself!

Pam, President of Indiana Rug Company says, " It's a wonderful place to appreciate nature and hike through their many trails, and take in the lush botanical specimens."

The Gallery offers a chance for artists to showcase their work. Jan Frieden will have her art work on display. At the entrance to the gallery, vistors can see our Koi Fish rug. Pam describes the rug for us, "the rug was designed to compliment the natural surroundings as well as the lush koi pond."

If you are looking for something to do in the Michiana area on October 18, come check out Jan Frieden's gallery, and Indiana Rug Company's nature inspired rug! It's fall, get out and enjoy nature. There is no better place than Fernwood in Michigan to do that!

Fall Decorating

2008-10-02T06:20:00.000-07:00

Well guys and girls, my favorite time of the year has finally arrived, fall! I especially love to decorate my house during this time of year. Here are some tips I have for fall decorating.

Celebrate with warm rust and gold hues

Fill the house with cinnamon aroma

Accessorize with seasonal pillows and area rugs,

Fall floral arrangements (think wreaths and orange/red flowers)

Since Halloween is near, bring out all the Halloween decorations and scatter them around