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Lillian August's Newest Lamps!

2012-01-27T08:00:00.001-05:00

One great lamp in available in two finishes! Choose Black/Bronze or Vintage Brass.

Lillian August Slender Black/Bronze Lamp
We love this new lamp style from Lillian August! The slender design is pleasing to the eye with a touch of traditional mixed with modern. The all brass base is a slim form with a candlestick look. The brass base is finished in a black bronze and crowned with a bone linen shade in a slimmer size too. The shade is 10" wide in a drum style x 9" high. The lamp has a one way switch at 100w maximum and uses a larger bulb. Finish: Black Bronze over brass with bone linen shade. Size: 33" high with matching finial.
Click here to purchase: C06720 at The Designer Insider.

Lillian August Slender Vintage Brass Lamp
Another great new lamp style from Lillian August! The slender design is pleasing to the eye with a touch of traditional mixed with modern. The all brass base is a slim form with a candlestick look. The brass base is finished in our vintage brass and crowned with a bone linen shade in a slimmer size too. The shade is 10" wide in a drum style x 9" high. The lamp has a one way switch at 100w maximum and uses a larger bulb. Finish: Vintage Brass over brass with bone linen shade. Size: 33" high with matching finial.
Click here to purchase: C06721 at The Designer Insider.

Nina Campbell Fabrics

2012-01-25T08:00:00.000-05:00

Mix your fabrics for a more modern look! This chair is covered with Voluta on the inside and Voluta Stripe on the outside. Below are the specs on these fabrics!

Voluta - A two toned Italian scroll design with a damask feel woven in velvet. Comes in five great colorway combinations. Colors: Scarlet/Ruby/Plum; Black/Neutral; Lime/Neutral; Teal Blue/Taupe; Taupe/Neutral. Heavy duty usage.

Voluta Stripe - An elegant velvet stripe with heavy duty usage that is ideal for upholstery. Comes in four colorways: Scarlet/Ruby/Plum; Black/Chocolate/Neutral; Lime/Neutral; Lime/Leaf/Beige; Teal Blue/Taupe.

All the beautiful fabrics above from Nina Campbell.

Ceramic Glazed Urn Lamps! Three Colors!

2012-01-24T08:00:00.000-05:00

This beautiful new urn lamp is modern in style with an elegant design. Three colors to choose!

Golden Yellow Modern Urn Lamp
All three of these lamps are the same, just available in three gorgeous colors! This taller urn lamp has been given a modern twist with the details in clear acrylic and the addition of the white parchment shade. Tall at 35" high and comes in the three colors shown. Click the lamp title for each lamp to a link at The Designer Insider.

All White Modern Urn Lamp

Blue Modern Urn Lamp

Ikat Fabric in a Stripe!

2012-01-23T08:00:00.000-05:00

This is a unique ikat designed stripe in a crisp linen and cotton weave that turns into a traditional woven design of rich hues that works beautifully for a variety of upholstery, drapery and pillows. There are two colorations available:
Oasis - A clear azure blue accented with pale grey and raisin brown. (Above)
Cinnabar - A rich russet red combined with spiced orange and cocoa. (Below)

Schumacher Chroma Collection
Pattern: Madagascar Ikat Stripe
Repeat: 9" h x 4.5" v.
Linen 54%/Cotton 46% - tightly woven in a medium weight.
Colorways: Oasis or Cinnabar

Fabrics from F Schumacher, to the trade.

Best Seller! Bronze Iron Orb Chandelier

2012-01-20T08:00:00.001-05:00

Bronze Modern Dining Orb
This unique orb is perfect for dining with its reflecting glass placed in the middle of the orb. This pendant will shine better when it is at a height where your guests can see the lights reflecting through the glass. Modern and sophisticated, this new light is already a best seller! Made of all iron and finished in a bronze with gold and silver highlights to give a distressed feel. The beautiful glass panels are situated in the center of the orb and are seeded for an extra design element. this pendant has four lights suspended in the middle just in front of the four glass panels. Larger orb at 24" across x 32" high. Finish: Distressed bronze with silver and gold highlights.
Item #C09750 at The Designer Insider.

Kravet Soleil Fabrics

2012-01-19T08:00:00.000-05:00

This beautiful new design shown on the pillows above is from Echo Home. A very versatile pattern now available for outdoor. We love this new print that comes in six gorgeous colors. Mix this pattern with many other patterns for a great soleil look!

Pattern: Torbali
Acrylic/polyester blend with a large repeat of 14" high x 27" wide. Teflon coated with a latex back. Fabric width is 54". This is an exclusive pattern that is part of the Kravet Couture collection.
Colorways from left bottom: Papaya, Maritime, Lime, Surf, Tobacco and Punch.

Stripe Pattern: Esparto Stripe
Acrylic/polyester blend that is teflon coated with a latex back. Fabric width is 54" and is railroaded. This is an exclusive pattern that is part of the Kravet Couture collection.
Colorways: Summer (shown above), Reef, Cinder or Peacock.

All fabrics courtesy of Kravet by Echo Home. To the trade.

Mercury Glass Empire Chandeliers! Two Sizes!

2012-01-18T08:00:00.001-05:00

Empire Mercury Glass Chandelier - Large
This unique empire style chandelier is updated with its gorgeous mercury glass balls. The empire style is typical with its center iron ring holding the eight candles at attention. The chandelier is all wrought iron that has been finished in a distressed bronze as well as the taller candles too. The glass balls are connected together by small round rings and the draping from top to bottom makes this chandelier special. This chandelier has eight candles at 60w maximum each and comes with a matching canopy and 8 foot chain. Size: 32" across at the center point x 51" high. Item #C09761 at The Designer Insider.

Empire Mercury Glass Chandelier - Small
This unique empire style chandelier is updated with its gorgeous mercury glass balls. The empire style is typical with its center iron ring holding the four candles at attention. The chandelier is all wrought iron that has been finished in a distressed bronze as well as the taller candles too. The glass balls are connected together by small round rings and the draping from top to bottom makes this chandelier special. This chandelier has four candles at 60w maximum each and comes with a matching canopy and 6 foot chain. Size: 24" across at the center point x 32" high. Item #C09762 at The Designer Insider.
See more new lighting additions at The Designer Insider!

What's New at The Designer Insider?

2012-01-17T08:00:00.003-05:00

This is just a small sampling of new items at The Designer Insider. Below are the links and information on the new additions above. Click here to see more great items at The Designer Insider.

Iron Floor Lamps - This floor lamp is a distressed gold iron in a new curved traditional style. Size: 69" high, item C08035 at The Designer Insider. Also available in black, item C08036.

Chandelier - This distressed gold chandelier has gorgeous draping crystals with added crystal drops too. Size: 36" across x 50" high. Item C09048 at The Designer Insider.

Iron Mirrored Table - This modern iron table is finished in a dark grey with a mirrored top. A best seller! Size: 22" across x 24" high. Item C04101 at The Designer Insider.

Windsor Settee - This item is a custom order only and not on our shop website. Contact us for information on this beautiful settee. Size: 55" long x 35" deep x 53" high.

Schumacher: The NEW Orange Fabrics

2012-01-16T08:00:00.000-05:00

Orange isn't just orange anymore!

    Fabric on chair: Kyousha Silk - 2644520
    Fabric draped over chair: Xanadu - 54764
    Fabric draped over chair: Delacroix Silk Ottoman - 54970
    Thai Leaf - 5000911
    Celebes Sisal - 5000733
    Chinois Fret - 54951
    Chiaroscuro Velvet - 54882
    Kingsgate Applique - 2644141
    Delacroix Silk Ottoman - 54968
    Kiku Silk Velvet - 2644282
    Scallop Filigree - 5001053
    Chiaroscuro Velvet - 54884

All fabrics courtesy of Schumacher, to the trade.

Silver Metal Hall Chest

2012-01-13T08:00:00.001-05:00

Silver Lattice Chest
This beautiful large size chest is all wood that has been clad in metal! Even though the chest looks a little gold in the photo, it is a silver patina. The lattice design has a three dimensional look and style and enhances the three large drawers and is on the front and two sides. The drawers also have full extension metal glides making this chest functional as well as beautiful. The exterior is totally covered in sheets of white alloy metal with the chest having a hammered look all over. This hammered design is small and can only be seen at close range. Each drawer is finished with three handsome nickel plated brass pulls to complete the look. Gorgeous! Size: 49" wide x 24" deep x 38" high. Item GV991635 at The Designer Insider.

Best Selling Side Table!

2012-01-12T08:00:00.001-05:00

Hammered Nickel Side Table
This small table is already a best seller and has just hit the market! The all brass side table is finished in a hammered nickel for an up to date look. The top is all hammered too except for the higher smooth edging around the top. It looks great and functions well next to a sofa or chair. Use this table as a great accent piece for a living area that could use a punch. Notice the slender size with the bulbous table stem to add another design element. Size: 23" high x 16" across the all round table. Clean with a dry cloth. Finish: All nickel over brass. Item #C04104 at The Designer Insider. Click here!

Modern Graphic Cottons by Fabricut

2012-01-11T08:00:00.000-05:00

Bright and playful cottons with modern patterns!

Backdrop fabric: Babushka in Sorbet. Also comes in Olive, Damson, Grape and Russet.
Top pillow: Kai in Sorbet. Also comes in Olive, Damson, Grape and Russet.
Stripe pillow: Sasha in Sorbet. Also comes in Olive, Damson, Grape and Russet.

Left column:
Kai in Sorbet. Also comes in Olive, Damson, Grape and Russet.
Sasha in Sorbet. Also comes in Olive, Damson, Grape and Russet.
Spots in Raspberry. Also comes in Linen, Pistachio and Ruby.

Right column:
Peony Rose in Tropical. Also comes in Lime, Linen, Ochre and Graphite.
Flo in Tropical. Also comes in Ruby, Ochre, Onyx, Lime, Linen and Raspberry.
Zahara in Raspberry. Also comes in Pomegranate, Saffron, Vanilla, Mulberry, Onyx, Pistachio and Mocha Mint.
Henley in Raspberry. Also comes in Pomegranate, Saffron, Vanilla, Mulberry, Onyx, Pistachio and Mocha Mint.

All fabrics are through Fabricut. To the trade.

News Flash! Concrete Meets Iron in Lighting

2012-01-10T08:00:00.002-05:00

Rustic Concrete and Iron Chandelier
This chandelier is traditional in design but rustic in materials creating this unique fixture. The all iron chandelier is encased in real concrete with beautiful curves and turns. The iron gives it structure and strength under the concrete and enhances the design where the iron is left showing. The center rod, the candle cups and chain are all a dark natural iron which stands out from the light gray of the concrete. The concrete makes this chandelier heavy and it is left in a natural state where flaws, distressed areas and some joints are part of the show. This is where rustic meets refined to create this unusual large chandelier. This chandelier has six lights at 60w maximum each and it comes with an eight foot chain. This is a larger size at 38" across x 42" high from top to bottom. Item #C09636 at The Designer Insider. Matching sconce below!

Rustic Concrete and Iron Wall Sconce
This sconce has two lights at 60w maximum each and holds larger bulbs. The sconce is large at 25" wide x 38" high x 8" deep from the wall. Item #C05075 at The Designer Insider.

Sculptured Velvets by Vervain

2012-01-09T08:00:00.001-05:00

Have you ever seen a sculptured velvet like this? If you want a textural pattern and durability, this 93% cotton and 7% polyester may be the perfect fabric for you. This beautiful fabric is from the Barry Dixon Collection by Vervain. Notice the unique pattern!Three colorways are available: Walnut (above), Topaz (a gold) or Platinum (a pale gray). This very durable fabric has a large repeat and the fabric width is 50".
To the trade by Vervain.

Schumacher Showcases Upholstered Ottomans

2012-01-06T08:00:00.004-05:00

Schumacher is introducing two great new ottomans that are versatile in shape and size. Notice how different they look with the change of patterns! Use two together of the same design or just use alone to accent your setting.

Tribeca Ottoman - Square silhouette - 18" square x 18.5" high.

Chelsea Ottoman - Cylindrical silhouette - 18" wide across x 18.5" high.

Fabrics from top left - Madison Wool in Venetian; Sikar Embroidery in Sky; Rivington Weave in Riverside; Betwixt in Chartreuse/Ivory; Zenyatta Mondatta in Peacock.
Second row - Imperial Trellis in Chartreuse; Betwixt in Indigo/Ivory; Metropolitan Velvet in Reef; Soho Weave in Capri; Betwixt in Indigo/Ivory.
All fabrics and furniture by Schumacher, to the trade.

Antiqued Wood Sideboard with Mirrored Doors

2012-01-05T08:00:00.002-05:00

Antiqued Wood Mirrored Sideboard
This piece has all the beauty of fancier stained sideboards with a newer up to date look. It is crafted from wood and left in its natural state with an added antiqued patina finish for a great look. The four doors have added heavily antiqued mirror fronts which enhance the distressed natural wood. There is one stationary shelf behind each door and antiqued hardware knobs and hinges complete the design. Notice the unique added feet on this piece as well as the step design between the two middle doors and the side doors. Extra carved trim has also been added between the top and the door frames. See our detailed view. Size: 67" long x 23" deep at the deepest middle section x 36" high. Item #C03092 at The Designer Insider.

Schumacher's Woven Fabrics - Mix Fabric Textures

2012-01-04T08:00:00.001-05:00

Schumacher is expanding its palette with a luxurious collection of wovens displayed by color. These new offerings will layer beautifully with their other fabrics and designs. This collection includes plush velvets, detailed embroideries, rich tweeds, soft wools and chunky cotton weaves. Scrumptious! Mix your textures as well as your tones!

Left to right:
Cool Weave in Dorian Grey - A rayon/cotton woven with a soft knit backing.
Metropolitan Velvet in Platinum - A poly/viscose/linen with a modern cut velvet design.
Madison Wool in Peat - A 100% wool in solid color with 57" width.
These fabrics are part of the Schumacher Fall Chroma Collection in Charcoal/Dove.

Lee Jofa's Best Linen Print!

2012-01-03T08:00:00.001-05:00

Lee Jofa fabric:

Pattern: Tree of Life Print in Multi
Handblocked on 100% linen with a large 99" repeat up the bolt. Gorgeous!
Width is 50 inches.

Shown here on the Lee Jofa chair, Gregory. Size: 34" wide x 38" deep x 33" high.

Fabric and chair by Lee Jofa. To the trade.

Elegant Iron and Bisque China Chandelier

2012-01-02T08:00:00.002-05:00

A gorgeous chandelier that comes in two sizes!

Grey Iron and Bisque Floral Chandelier - Large
This gorgeous iron chandelier has a special addition of bisque bone china flowers that sets this chandelier apart from just about any other. The all wrought iron chandelier has sweeping iron arms that curved downward and connects to a basket shape of iron also. The iron is twisted like rope to add another design element to this fancier chandelier. The round basket shape holds hand made bone china flowers that seem to casually weave in and out of the extra iron tendrils that are entwined with the iron basket. Gorgeous! There is also an extra addition of china leaves hanging from the very top and the very bottom. All of the bone china is a bisque color while the iron is all finished in a distressed dark grey. This larger sized chandelier has six candles that are perched on the top edge of the basket and they also have bone china candle cups. Each light is 60w maximum. Size: 32" across x 40" high. Comes with a 6 foot chain and matching canopy all in dark distressed grey. See our smaller chandelier: C09734. Contact us for a high-res photo closeup of this chandelier before purchasing. Finish: Dark distressed grey with small brushing of bisque on iron. Flowers are opaque bisque bone china.
Item #C09733 at The Designer Insider.

Grey Iron and Bisque Floral Chandelier - Small
This smaller sized chandelier has four candles that are perched on the top edge of the basket and they also have bone china candle cups. Each light is 60w maximum. Size: 21" across x 27" high. Comes with a 6 foot chain and matching canopy all in dark distressed grey.
Item #C09734 at The Designer Insider.

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

2011-12-30T08:00:00.000-05:00

Custom Ikat Rug Designs

2011-12-29T08:00:00.000-05:00

Berjalin Ikat Collection: Patterson, Flynn and Martin are now offering custom ikat designs! Choose your own size! Below we are showcasing just two of our favorite designs. See more designs at Patterson, Flynn and Martin or check with your designer. To the trade.

These designs have all over bold prints with rich and slightly weathered color palettes in wool. All of the designs have a straight match and no border. Hand knotted in the Middle East with designs that were inspired by the ikats of central Asia.
This is a closeup view of the Bukhara rug shown here in Espresso.

This ikat design is of the Kokand rug shown here in Jewel.

This ikat design is Khiva shown here in Midnight Blue.

New Modern Nickel Pendants

2011-12-28T08:00:00.003-05:00

Hammered Modern Nickel Dome Pendant - Item #C09696 at The Designer Insider.
This dome shaped pendant is made of all brass, then finished in shiny nickel to meet the designs of today. Simple and modern in a larger size at 18" across x 22" high up to where the matching chain meets. The metal is slightly hammered adding to the design and it comes with a 6 foot chain and matching canopy.

Hammered Modern Nickel Cone Pendant - Item #C09695 at The Designer Insider.
This cone shaped pendant is made of all brass, then finished in shiny nickel to meet the designs of today. Simple and modern in a larger size at 16" across x 14" high up to where the matching chain meets. The metal is slightly hammered adding to the design and it comes with a 6 foot chain and matching canopy.

See more new designs in our New Lighting section at The Designer Insider.

Kid's Fabrics by Fabricut

2011-12-27T08:00:00.000-05:00

Bright and colorful cottons perfect for girls and boys!

A beautiful ensemble!
Bedding and left pillow: Big Top in Festival. Also comes in Green and Denim.
Large pillow: Giddy in Festival. Also comes in Green and Denim. Dinky Dot for the border in Red.

The perfect companion fabric: Dinky Dot. Comes in nine beautiful colorways.

Left fabric: Flying High in Cobalt. Also comes in Primary.
Right fabric: Traffic Jam in Primary. Also comes in Cobalt.
Upper right fabric: Dinky Dot in Red. Comes in eight other colorways.

All of these beautiful fabrics are through Fabricut, to the trade.

A New Iron Floor Lamp! Choose Your Finish!

2011-12-26T08:00:00.001-05:00

This beautiful new floor lamp has a choice of two finishes! Distressed Gold Leaf or Black.

This new floor lamp has a beautiful design that fits with many different styles. The all iron base has an open design with a larger base for an extra design element. The larger shade balances the wider bottom and makes this a great lamp for larger rooms and spaces. The lamp is 69" high and uses a 150w 3-way bulb. Shade: 21" across at the top x 22" wide at the bottom x 15" high. Finish choice: Distressed Gold Leaf (see above) or Black (see below). C08035: Distressed gold leaf iron lamp with an off white shantung shade. C08036: Black iron lamp with a natural linen shade.

Click here to see more of our new lighting additions at The Designer Insider.

Merry Christmas To All!

2011-12-23T08:00:00.000-05:00

Have an old fashioned Christmas! Merry Christmas and thanks for all of your support through the year! The Designer Insider