Designing With Carol

2017 color of the year

Carol Collins, Carol’s Custom Draperies

Since 2000 the Pantone Color Institute declared a particular color, “Color of the Year.” For 2017 that exciting color is “Greenery.” Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute, suggests that “Greenery burst forth in 2017 to provide us with the reassurance we yearn for amid a tumultuous social and political environment. Satisfying our growing desire to rejuvenate and revitalize, Greenery symbolizes the reconnection we seek with nature, one another and a larger purpose.”

When I look at this new color of the year I wonder what the possibilities of using Greenery in my home are. Yes, it is bright and cheerful bringing excitement and happy thoughts. But what in the world can I do with such a bright and intense color? The best way to handle any color of such intensity as Greenery is to use it in moderation. Use it in pillows, accent pieces such as lamps or lampshades or pottery, candles and artwork. Small accent chairs are another way to display a splash of color.

Update: We have a new showroom. We are so excited about finishing out our new space. Plan to visit us at our new location just south of the Downtown Denton Square on March 1. The address is 535 South Locust Street. We have plenty of parking.

And as I mentioned last month, even better news is that Victoria and Carol are now co-owners of Carol’s. We are excited about the changes in 2017 and want very much to share them with you. Join us in March for our grand opening celebration. Come and browse our new showroom and enjoy some wine and cheese. Watch for the date for our open house.

We look forward to seeing you.

Carol’s has everything you need in window fashions and decorating ideas. Give us a call at 940-565-8337.

And as always – Happy Decorating!