Choosing A Chandelier: French Country, Rustic or Elegant

There are many different styles of chandeliers and light fixtures available to the consumer, more than ever before. First you need to decide on your style, then size, then color. Try and keep all the lights within the area the same finish for a more cohesive look. For example: If you choose a main light in bronze, then your sconces in that same area should be bronze too. Below are some of our most popular fixtures categorized in three different styles: French Country, Rustic & Elegant. Look for more styles coming soon in our next article. All of these fixtures can be purchased at our site, The Designer Insider. Just search under the item number.

French Country Chandeliers below: Top to Bottom - C09334, C09603, C09683 & C09794.



Rustic & Lodge Chandeliers below: Top to Bottom - C09006, C09327, C09793 & C09799.



Elegant Chandeliers below: Top to Bottom - C09008, C09357, C09643 & C09882.

Pairing Paint With Fabric: Sherwin Williams & Robert Allen Fabrics

Robert Allen Fabrics has paired with Sherwin Williams to bring you wonderful fabric collections and great paint colors that will enhance your room. We will bring you one of these collections from time to time and show the many different choices available. Below is the Terrain Collection featuring the Ethnic Influence Group. Our main fabric, Crowning Top, is shown below and then is followed by several optional fabric choices. A specific paint palette has been chosen to enhance this group. How easy is that!! All fabrics and trim can be purchased through your designer or The Designer Insider, just contact us.

Robert Allen Fabric: Crowning Top in Terrain.
Robert Allen Fabric: (1) Pankow in Leek; (2) Crown Point in Leaf; (3) Droz in Chocolate.
Robert Allen Fabrics: (1) Toad in Khaki; (2) Shimmer Gold in Twine; (3) Musical Chart in Terrain.

Above: Robert Allen's Classic Bead Fringe in Teak.

Sherwin Williams colors from top: Rugged Brown, Verdant, Khaki Shade & Smokey Topaz. Visit your local paint store to see the above colors and their true tones.

All of the above fabrics can be purchased from The Designer Insider, just contact us. TheSource@numail.org.

Choosing A Chandelier: Traditional, Renaissance & Transitional Styles

There are many different styles of chandeliers and light fixtures available to the consumer, more than ever before. First you need to decide on your style, then size, then color. Try and keep all the lights within the area the same finish for a more cohesive look. For example: If you choose a main light in bronze, then your sconces in that same area should be bronze too. Below are some of our most popular fixtures categorized in three different styles: Traditional, Renaissance & Transitional. Look for more styles coming soon in our next article. All of these fixtures can be purchased at our site, The Designer Insider. Just search under the item number.

Traditional Styles: Top to Bottom - C09370, C09421, C09642 & C09880.



Renaissance Styles: Top to Bottom - C09216, C09405, C09474 & C09528.



Transitional Styles: Top to Bottom - C09224, C09467, C09498 & C09628.

Pairing Paint With Fabric: Making Color Choices

Robert Allen Fabrics has paired with Sherwin Williams to bring you wonderful fabric collections and great paint colors that will enhance your room. We will bring you one of these collections from time to time and show the many different choices available. Below is the Tulip Collection featuring the Breezy Bohemian Group. Our main fabric, Rowlily, is shown below and then is followed by several optional fabric choices. A specific paint palette has been chosen to enhance this group. How easy is that!! All fabrics and trim can be purchased through your designer or The Designer Insider, just contact us.

Robert Allen Fabric: Rowlily in Jungle.
Robert Allen Fabrics: (1) Filamena in Cranberry; (2) Alabama Moon in Tulip; (3) Wheaton in Lemongrass.
Robert Allen Fabrics: (1) Diamonique Dot in Terrain; (2) Cabin Weave in Terrain; (3) Color Weave in Terrain.
Sherwin Williams colors from top: Red Bay, Muslin, Independent Gold & Teachest. Visit your local paint store to see the colors and their true tones.

All of the above fabrics can be purchased from The Designer Insider, just contact us. TheSource@numail.org.

Sherwin Williams Paint Teams With Robert Allen Fabrics!

Robert Allen Fabrics has paired with Sherwin Williams to bring you wonderful fabric collections and great paint colors that will enhance your room. We will bring you one of these collections from time to time and show the many different choices available. Below is the Leaf Collection featuring the Global Trend Group. Our main fabric, Roman Circle, is shown below and then is followed by several optional fabric choices. A specific paint palette has been chosen to enhance this group. How easy is that!! All fabrics and trim can be purchased through your designer or The Designer Insider, just contact us.
Robert Allen Fabric: Roman Circle in Leaf.
Robert Allen Fabrics: (1) Diamond Center in Lemongrass; (2) Tamika in Lemongrass; (3) Chinland in Hibiscus.
Robert Allen Fabrics: (1) Carlton in Willow; (2) Hyper Slide in Chili.
Sherwin Williams colors from top: Henna Shade, Moderate White, Sassy Green and Raindrop. Visit your local paint store to see the above colors and their true tones.

All of the above fabrics can be purchased from The Designer Insider, just contact us. TheSource@numail.org.

Geometric Rugs: Designer Favorites

As we have stated in a few of our other articles, geometrics are one of the most popular patterns that designers use in their client's homes. We have shown you great fabric patterns as well as some custom rugs and carpets. Below are some of our most popular selling geometric rugs with a variety of design styles. Most lean toward the transitional home but also can be used in contemporary settings as well as traditional. Our Bob Timberlake selections also look great in a cabin or lodge. All of these rugs can be purchased at our site, The Designer Insider, in a variety of sizes. Add style, color and warmth to your room with the right rug! Choose your favorite below.

Item #CP3854b, Bronze - This collection is an exquisite hand tufted style made of 100% New Zealand wool. A luxurious patina and feel on a 1/2" thick pile. Inspired by Chilean pottery art circa 1850. Several sizes including custom.
Item #CP3854p, Pewter.
Item #CP6956on, Onyx - This collection of rugs are a flat woven style made on looms in Belgium. A tough blend of acrylic and cotton assures durability on a fashion forward rug. The lattice design is inspired by Country Living Magazine and is an exclusive design. Four sizes available.
Item #CP6956c, Cranberry.
Item #CP6956m, Mocha.
Item #CP5199br, Bronze - This rug collection can be used indoors or outdoors. These designs bring new and fresh colors to a casual setting with an antique coin pattern. Spills are easily washed as this collection is 100% olefin. Four sizes available.
Item #CP5199bl, Blue.
Item #CP5199h, Henna.
Item #CP9232cr, Camel/Rust - A Bob Timberlake design made of tightly packed 100% wool with cotton backing. Hand sheered and finished with a beautiful luster wash for an added feature. Several sizes including custom. The rug below is another distinct pattern and colorway in this collection.
Item #CP9232rb, Red/Black.

All of these rugs can be purchased from our site, The Designer Insider. Just search under the item number for each rug.

Sherwin Williams Paint Teams With Robert Allen Fabrics!

Robert Allen Fabrics has paired with Sherwin Williams to bring you wonderful fabric collections and great paint colors that will enhance your room. We will bring you one of these collections from time to time and show the many different choices available. Below is the Hydrangea Collection featuring the Natural Elegance Group. Our main fabric, Statosky, is shown below and then is followed by several optional fabric choices. A specific paint palette has been chosen to enhance this group. How easy is that!! All fabrics and trim can be purchased through your designer or The Designer Insider, just contact us.


Robert Allen Fabric: Statosky in Java (cotton & viscose blend).
Robert Allen Fabrics: (1) Outer Banks - Isle (Sheer); (2) Myron Stripe - Cocoa; (3) Jump Rope - Kelp.
Robert Allen Fabrics: (1) Woodburn Bk - Slate; (2) Angliolini - Hydrangea; (3) Reynella - Bisque (a heavy cotton).
Sherwin Williams colors from top: Searching Blue, Sable & Tansy Green. Visit your local paint store to see the above colors and their true tones.

All of the above fabrics can be purchased from The Designer Insider, just contact us. TheSource@numail.org.

Robert Allen Fabric and Matching Paint Palettes!

Robert Allen Fabrics has paired with Sherwin Williams to bring you wonderful fabric collections and great paint colors that will enhance your room. We will bring you one of these collections from time to time and show the many different choices available. Below is the Terrain Collection featuring the Global Influence Group. Our main fabric, Khandar, is shown below and then is followed by several optional fabric choices. A specific paint palette has been chosen to enhance this group. How easy is that!! All fabrics and trim can be purchased through your designer or The Designer Insider, just contact us.
Robert Allen Fabric - Khandar in Cinnabar.
Robert Allen Fabrics: (1) Cabin Weave - Java; (2) Maroney - Wicker; (3) Ludwell - Leaf.
Robert Allen Fabrics and Trim: (1) Peat Bog - Tabasco; (2) Al Fresco Ball Trim - Java; (3) Mellow Mood - Terrain.
Sherwin Williams paint above from top: Sturdy Brown, Tiger Eye, Nervy Hue & Whole Wheat. Visit your local paint store to see the above colors and their true tones.

All of the above fabrics can be purchased from The Designer Insider, just contact us. TheSource@numail.org.

Console & Buffet Lamps! Our Favorites!

Well here it is! The list of our most popular console and buffet lamps that we sell! We are showing you a variety of styles from modern to traditional, all at a taller height for buffets and consoles. You can find more information on these lamps and other styles at our site, The Designer Insider. Just search using the item number. And the best of all, FREE SHIPPING always!
Above: Item #C06353 - Topiary Buffet Lamp at 40" high. Price: $439.00.
Item #C06246 - Barley Twist Wood Lamp at 33" high. Price: $329.00.
Item #C06589 - Black Porcelain Lamp at 36" high. Price: $289.00.
Item #C06874 - Brass Buffet Lamp at 40" high. Price: $279.00.
Item #C06486 - Brown & Silver Ceramic Lamp at 33" high. Price: $325.00.
Item #C06024 - Carved Candlestick Lamp at 32" high. Price: $275.00.
Item #C06126 - Columned Silver Lamp at 38" high. Price: $420.00.
Item #C06820 - Crystal Bud Lamp at 33" high. Price: $369.00.
Item #C06956 - Elegant Crystal & Brass Lamp at 37" high. Price: $339.00.
Item #C06016 - Faux Horn Lamp at 35" high. Price: $379.00.
Item #C06121 - Gold Leaf Architectural Lamp at 40" high. Price: $359.00.
Item #C06334 - Iron Lodge Lamp at 40" high. Price: $339.00.
Item #C06448 - Modern Console Lamp at 39" high. Price: $299.00.
Item #C06458 - Red Buffet Lamp at 37" high. Price: $330.00.
Item #C06124 - Slender Candlestick Lamp at 35" high. Price: $252.00.

All of these beautiful lamps are now for sale at our site: The Designer Insider. As always, shipping is included!

Chairs: Stylish Chairs by Artistic Frame

One of my favorite sources for unusual chairs is Artistic Frame. This is a company that sells "to the trade" and is highly used by top designers. Their specialties are chair frames that can be ordered in a multitude of finishes and to be used with the designer's own choice of fabric. The finish techniques and the quality of the product is unsurpassed in the industry. Below we are highlighting some of these great chair frames shown already finished with fabric and stain and/or paint. Check with your own designer for more from this great company! Above: Klismos Lounge Chair - Inspired by an ancient Greek design with simple lines and a gently curved back. Art Deco Collection.
Jefferson Chair - Adapted from an original high back version from Massachusetts, circa 1790. A Hepplewhite style from the Federal Collection.

Chauchet-Guilleres Chair - A classical deco interpretation from leading French designers of the period. Simple, yet elegant shape from the Regency Collection
Louis XVI Chair -This revival chair has a standard cane back and seat with a loose down cushion with a neoclassical motif. Traditional Collection.
Monarque Chair - This chair reflects Louis XIV's ardor for the magnificent baroque style of its day. French Collection.

Scroll Chair - Inspired from a chair by Robert Adam, circa 1765. The upholstery simplifies the chair's appealing curves. Transitional Collection.

Dupas Chair - France was dominated by tapestry covered chairs similar to this style in modern 20th century decor. Modern Collection.

All of the above chairs can be purchased through your designer from Artistic Frames. Check at their website for more great styles and inspiration!