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Greetings!
Spring is technically here, but if you're in New England - it's still cold! It's been long winter and I for one will be happy to see it over. I haven't written in a while. As some know, my dear Father, Bob Merrill, passed away in late January and the newsletter took a backseat to family time. Dad was a wonderful man, a friend to many and strong role model. I wrote about him here, if you'd like to read a little about the man who inspired my love of beautiful interiors and the value of doing things the right way.
Launching on April 1st is a new relationship with the website Divine Caroline. I'll be writing a series of MoenŽ sponsored articles on Kitchen and Bath design - so I invite you to visit and check it out!
And, also on April 1st, bloggers around the country will be participating in April Food Day - Bloggers Fighting Hunger. So, please, stop on by and help us all make a difference right here in America.
Finally, I am currently hosting a book giveaway on the blog. Click here to learn more!
Best,
Linda
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Trend Watch
::Surroundings:: contributing writer Susan Schultz has been making the rounds of the international furniture and design fairs and has been reporting back.
At IMM Cologne Germany, "Cautious optimism" seemed to be the key phrase.
Everyone-the show producers, the exhibitors and the attendees-seemed to
be pleased that traffic was only slightly down, overall exhibitors were
only slightly fewer, etc. It did feel as if many of the exhibitors had
cut back on their product introductions, but there were still so many
great new pieces to oogle over. Read on here.
 At Maison et Objet, Paris, it's all about passion. The home has become, now more than ever, a safety value that leaves us
dreaming of better living. In its modest, intimate way, that place for
experimenting with change consoles us with anti-gloom remedies. There
is no miracle solution. But all kinds of creation, know-how and
technologies, colors and whimsy, elegance and quality of life are
distilling a new positive energy. Read on here.
Click here to read all of Susan's Trend Reports, including a fun side trip to Paris! |
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Travel Tuesday: Paris!
Take a trip with me to Paris - the city of light, the place of romance and some pretty great hotels to set the mood! Read on here.
And, for some entertainment, let's visit the Paris Opera in my new series called Music Hall Monday.
Did you know they keep bees on the roof? Read on here.
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Thrift Watch
Have you ever been to the Sandwich Auction House?
 I checked it out a few weeks ago and they had some pretty nice pieces.
In these economic times, we're all looking to stretch our our dollars. thrift shops, auctions and even dump finds are all great ways to save money and the environment!
Read on here.
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What did they say?
New on the blog are recorded podcast interviews with some of the hottest names in the interior design field.
Recently, I've interviewed Thad Hayes, whose new book
Thad Hayes: The Tailored Interior
by Thad Hayes by Rizzoli
Hardcover ~ Release Date: 2009-04-07
List Price:
$55.00
Our Price:
$34.65
Buy Now
comes out in April.
I interviewed Beverly Hills designer James Swan who has been designing for the Ballard Designs catalog, one of my favorites!
And, if you were a fan of HGTV's Design Star, here is a fun interview with Season 3 winner Jennifer Betrand. Who is as cute and sweet as she appeared on tv.
And, finally, I interviewed all of the Bravo TV's  Top Design contestants, including the design worlds new "it boy" Eddie Ross. Love him or hate him, he's here to stay.
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Book Corner
House Beautiful Colors for Your Home: 300 Designer Favorites (House Beautiful Series)
by Hearst
List Price:
$14.95
Our Price:
$8.63
Buy Now
Elle Decor So Chic: Glamorous Lives, Stylish Spaces
by Margaret Russell by Filipacchi
Hardcover
List Price:
$40.00
Our Price:
$21.77
Buy Now
Interior Design Illustrated
by Christina M. Scalise by Fairchild Pubns
Paperback
List Price:
$95.50
Our Price:
$76.82
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Regency Redux: High Style Interiors: Napoleonic, Classical Moderne, and Hollywood Regency
by Emily Evans Eerdmans by Rizzoli
Hardcover ~ Release Date: 2008-10-21
List Price:
$75.00
Our Price:
$43.02
Buy Now
Florence de Dampierre French Chic: The Art of Decorating Houses
by Florence De Dampierre by Rizzoli
Hardcover ~ Release Date: 2008-10-21
List Price:
$50.00
Our Price:
$30.09
Buy Now
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Design Services
I offer both in-person and long distance by phone or email design services. If you or someone you know is looking to bring life into your living space, call me!
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Designer Pillows for Sale
I sell my handmade pillows through my Etsy shop. Made from decorator fabrics, these are one-of-a-kind originals.
If you want something more custom, contact me for ideas and pricing. Click here to shop!
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About...
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Contact
Linda Merrill
Chameleon Interiors
PO Box 1206
Duxbury, Massachusetts 02331-1206
781-585-0275
lindamerrill@chameleon-interiors.com
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::Surroundings:: Contributing Writers
 Lori Dolnick writes on products and appliances, including green issues and has an upcoming post on Feng Shui.
 Janet M. Perry writes on budget conscious decorating and home renovations from a very personal view point.
 George Evans writes on antique and vintage furnishings and general decorating styles and trends.
 Susan Schultz writes on products, trends and international design shows
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