I’m a toucher…I touch everything….I know….it’s not right…but I cannot remember a time when I didn’t pinch, hug, or run my fingers over something.  I think this is why I am in the business I am in, I literally cannot see a fabric without doing this weird, caressing pinching thing. I hope I am not the only one out there that does this - but I fear I may be. I honestly did not even realize I did that…so…that means it’s deeply rooted and I will never be able “ fix this".  My clients actually brought this to my attention; so I went my entire life doing this and no one has said anything to me until about 5 years ago.  They always laugh and remark that I walk into any fabric house,  furniture or accessory showroom and “touch”.

Nowadays we have moved into a DO NOT TOUCH world…and if you do touch, make sure you lysol, sanitize and clean every orifice in sight.  That is not exactly floating my boat - so Alicia and I are trying to find some really fab tactile things that will make this summer of social distancing bearable.   We are loving the idea of really bright and cheery fabrics…we love a great cotton napkin and layers of fun textiles and textures to pull the most social distanced bbq or dinner party and sight of sore eyes (and in my case fingers)!

First of all - cotton or linen ANYTHING in the summer is amazing.. it can be crisp, iron and fresh, it can be soft, casual and bohemian..but a cotton linen tablecloth rocks any outdoor dining table this year….fun bright colors, and don’t be afraid of making it a bit fun and unexpected…who doesn’t love a green?  Next: layer, layer, layer. I’m tawlking chargers…Rattan and shell charges anyone?  Add a nod to a bohemian beach dinner in the comfort of your backyard!  I love being invited to a dinner party  that has something expected and fun on a table… add really gorgeous summer blooms in a stunning porcelain vase, some colorful glasses (I just bought purple wine glasses) and a funky napkin ring - your guests will die…

It’s always so nice to finally be able to venture out….say yes…YES to having a couple friends stop by (with masks—please be safe!) - and create an amazing space for everyone to come together, relax, laugh and connect….and when you do, look around and see if there any other touchers out there…if there is…secret snap a photo and send our way!  

xoxo Amie