







Other tips:
*It’s OK to not re-paint children’s rooms, as this can be too upsetting to them
*Bathrooms can done in more whimsical colors, like pumpkin, deeper green or silver gray (according to Monica Murphey)
From Decorating with Green, Real Simple, April 2009
COLOR IS STILL THE BEST WAY TO SET A MOOD AND ADD SOME CHARACTER TO A ROOM!
HOW TO ADD GREEN TO A ROOM:
1. Mix shades. Temper strong greens with wild ones. Lime green looks beautiful with forest or olive green.
2. Consider scales and motifs when adding patterns. Create a layered look by combining large-scale prints with small and florals with geometrics.
3. Vary textures. Heavy textures such as velvet or a pile rug help to tone down busy patterns.
4. Add a natural touch with plants, moss and greenish flowers.
5. Choose a green rug for a big burst of color!
6. Add a splash of green with accessories, such as table runners, dishes and artwork!
Como Park: Japanese Garden Path (left), Watercolor Mono Print enhanced with metallic acrylics and ink. Peacocks (middle), Dandelions (right), Experimental Ink and Acrylic painting.All three above by Susan Fryer Voigt.
MARCH
JANUARY/FEBRUARY
Want to get your desk organized for 2012? Check out russell+hazel in my South Minneapolis neighborhood. Martha Stewart loves their Le Pen colored markers in tons of bight colors! 4388 France Ave South, Minneapolis 55410
DECEMBER
A good book to settle in with for post holiday reading is The Color Idea Book by Robin Strangis (Taunton Home Idea Books). Strangis, owner of Loring Interiors in Minneapolis, is an award winning designer who has over 20 years of experience advising clients in how to use color to make every room in their homes uniquely expressive of their personalities.NOVEMBER
Trellage-Ferrill: I was driving in my old neighborhood in Northeast Mpls and found the Trellage-Ferrill glass studio. I stopped in to see all the wonderful art glass, including lighting, sinks, counters and lots of other fun and artsy products. I am excited to introduce my clients to this innovative work.
OCTOBERMercury Mosaics : I love working with Mercedes and her helpers! She has helped me with a spiff up in Eagan and my own cabin in the Northwoods.
10th Annual Minnesota Tile Festival
If you’re in the Twin Cities the weekend of September 16-17, be sure to stop by the Midtown Global Market for the 10th Annual Minnesota Tile Festival. The event is free and open to the public and will showcase tile work from 60 talented tile artisans, food and workshops on homemade tile and mosaics. It’s a great opportunity to purchase one-of-a-kind pieces and learn how to incorporate tile into your next home improvement project. Visit the Handmade Tile Association for details. I hope to see you there! Hours: Friday, September 16, 5-8 p.m.; Saturday, September 17, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
JULYWhen the summer weather is more conducive to eating outdoors, be sure to check out La Chaya on Nicollet Avenue in South Minneapolis. It’s my favorite local restaurant!
I’m excited to be working with SoMi Tileworks on a kitchen project this summer. Artists and mother-daughter team Norma Hanlon and Kirsten Walstead create gorgeous handmade art tile that look spectacular in any type of installation.
Check out Mercury Mosaics in Northeast Minneapolis for spectacular tile design! Mercedes Austin and her team of artisans create beautiful pieces of functional fine art. Check them out at the Casket Arts Building during Art-a-Whirl, May 20-22.
Mosaic on a Stick in St. Paul is a fabulous place to release your creative spirit! Owned and operated by mosaic artist and sculptor Lori Greene, Mosaic on a Stick is a wonderful place to get supplies, take classes and get inspired!
Minnesota Standard Showplace for an excellent choice of bathroom and kitchen plumbing products. You can even try out the shower sprays (on your hand) to help with the decision. Appointments recommended and I love working with Kristen Warner!
Roger Mayland and his artisans at North Prairie Tileworks create stunning handmade tile designs by combining the essential elements of Arts and Crafts in stunning new ways.
All Inc. is the best showroom to purchase appliances at all price levels. Call Linda Massanti directly to make an appointment for fantastic service and pricing!