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Gallery of Inspirations My choices revolve around inspirations—whether it’s the inspired designs of Rebecca Moses, the inspiring merchandising ideas at the new Christy showroom or the charm-filled products from existing and new companies created to inspire retail sales. Heart Soul Style Childrens’ Bedroom
“My collections for Homestead reflect the worlds I love— an eclectic mix of colors, textures and styles based on the places, people and cultures that have influenced me,” says Rebecca. Heart Soul Style Master Bedroom
“Style is putting your own signature, passion and identity on the things you wear and the way that you live,” Rebecca says. Heart Soul Style Living Room
“It’s all in how you mix things,” Rebecca says. “I used a background of pearl gray with a hint of blue in all the vignettes. Not everyone has the ability to mix things up well, so how to make it foolproof? With color.” Heart Soul Style Dining Room
The collection includes hard as well as soft goods, from bedding and towels to candles, dishware and storage baskets. Heart Soul Style Bath
“Style is communicating to the world who you are,” Rebecca says. Proud Showroom “Parents”
Joel Rosenblatt, managing director, Christy; Bob Hamilton, marketing director, Welspun (parent company to Christy); Oliver Newman, president, Christy. Something To Talk About!
Christy’s new showroom in 295 Fifth Ave. offers merchandising ideas as well as showcases bed and bath linens. Raining Dogs & Cats
How cute are these canines and kitties from PillowPillowPillow By Aaron Stewart! It’s a new company, started in Aug. 2007. When you visit its website, check out the casting call gallery to find photos of real-life pets that inspire. Resources
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