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- December 24th, 2009
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plushhome has posted a new entry on: Jackie Blue
- December 20th, 2009
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plushhome has posted a new entry on: Jackie Blue
Jan Showers Blog ~ Who Knew
Why am I always the last to know??? I think I have an idea of what's going on in the world around me but really I have no clue! I just stumbled on to Jan Showers blog! I had no idea she had one and…
- December 18th, 2009
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plushhome has posted a new entry on: Jackie Blue
Happy Coincidence
I was surprised to learn earlier this week that I had won a prize from Paris Hotel Boutique one of my favorite online stores. It arrived yesterday and contained two lovely little candle pots from Vol…
- December 14th, 2009
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plushhome has posted a new entry on: Jackie Blue
Las Vegas Goes Literary
Looks who's come to town at the new Crystals mall at City Center in Las Vegas ~ famed bookseller and publisher Assouline. I can hear my library shelves quivering with excitement as we speak. A tiny p…
- December 11th, 2009
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plushhome has posted a new entry on: Jackie Blue
Turqoise ~ Pantone Color of the Year 2110
The Pantone Color of the Year for 2010 is Turquoise. For the last few years various shades of aqua, cerulean, teal, and ultramarine have been tremendously popular so this color choice doesn't seem t…
- December 10th, 2009
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plushhome has posted a new entry on: Jackie Blue
Same Fabulous Bed ~ Different Room
I love this bed ~ so I was thrilled to see another interpretation of it the other day. In the photo above of room number one I like the rustic natural feel of the stone walls and aged floor. I'm al…
- December 3rd, 2009
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plushhome has posted a new entry on: Jackie Blue
I Can\'t Believe It\'s December
I can't believe that is already December ~ where did the rest of the year go? Time always seems to fly by unless you're waiting for something special and then it dribbles slowly. This is what my hou…
- November 30th, 2009
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plushhome has posted a new entry on: Jackie Blue
www.jackievontobel.com goes LIVE !!!!!!!
FINALLY ~ After months of preparation and hard work, my new website, www.jackievontobel.com is up and running ~ live!!!!I don't know which took more time; designing the fabric collection or buildi…
- November 25th, 2009
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plushhome has posted a new entry on: Jackie Blue
Giving Thanks
I've had a lot to be thankful for over this past year despite everything going on in the world. I released a new Bedding book, designed my new fabric collection with Adaptive Textiles, launched my Ja…
- November 17th, 2009
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plushhome has posted a new entry on: Jackie Blue
Bennison Goes Bold
Certain fabric lines bring to mind a very specific image for me and Bennison is one of those companies. The sheer mention of Bennison makes me think rich, traditional, elegance. I expect to see beau…
- November 15th, 2009
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plushhome has posted a new entry on: Jackie Blue
New Color at Rubie Green
A new subtle gray colorway adds a soothing neutrality to the color selection on several of the existing patterns at Rubie Green. I don't think they are up on the website yet but these pictures featu…
- November 14th, 2009
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plushhome has posted a new entry on: Jackie Blue
Gabriela Ibarra ~ Colorful Happy Art
Mixed Media Artist Gabriela Ibarra creates beautiful dimensional still lifes that have an innate energy and vitality that just love. She looks just as energetic as her art and she has a little daught…
- November 11th, 2009
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plushhome has posted a new entry on: Jackie Blue
The Fabulous Helser Bros Giving Away Paris Trip
As you all know I've been posting about the fantastic trip that I am taking to Paris for Maison et Objet that my friends Deb Barrett and Susan Schultz are hosting next January. Well those fabulous H…
- November 8th, 2009
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plushhome has posted a new entry on: Jackie Blue
My New Website is almost done!
Chinoiserie I Pillow ~ Ocean 20" X 20" I've been under the weather with a nasty case of the flu but I've still been hard at work fine tuning my new website. I hope to have it up and running by the…
- November 1st, 2009
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plushhome has posted a new entry on: Jackie Blue
Luxury Linen From Lilia Alessandra
Lavish embellishments create classic patterns on rich linen grounds made into pillows, bedding and draperies at Lilia Alessandra.I'm in Love !!!!
- October 29th, 2009
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plushhome has posted a new entry on: Jackie Blue
WCAA Alert ~ Another Window Blind Recall
I just received an important recall notice from the WCAA ( Window Coverings Association of America) regarding a story that broke yesterday in The Wall Street Journal Window Blinds Are Recalled; Strang…
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plushhome has posted a new entry on: Jackie Blue
Last Chance to Join Me at Maison et Objet in Paris
Deb Barrett and Susan Shultz are getting ready to close registration for their fantastic European trade show tours in January which I posted all the info for here. The first option is 7 nights in Pari…
- October 26th, 2009
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plushhome has posted a new entry on: Jackie Blue
Henrik Simonson ~ Inspired Art
I've got a new art crush ~ from Denmark by way of the UK meet Henrik Simonson. Much of his work has a distinctly Asian tone with a bit if grunge and whimsy thrown in for good measure.He describes him…
- October 23rd, 2009
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plushhome has posted a new entry on: Jackie Blue
Mother Daughter Design Team
Since my own daughter will graduate in 2012 with a degree in interior design and architecture from the Academy of Art University in San Francisco and hopefully join me in my business I was particularl…
- October 20th, 2009
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plushhome has posted a new entry on: Jackie Blue
The Rebirth of the Botanical
Botanicals are all the rage these day but we've come a long way from the framed prints from Redoutes Roses we all had on our walls in the 80's. I must have framed hundreds of those pages for clients…
- October 16th, 2009
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plushhome has posted a new entry on: Jackie Blue
Positive Thoughts for a Friend
Vicente & Me at the Fall World Market Center Reception Please send some good thoughts and prayers to our blogging pal and all around nice guy, designer, Vicente Wolf who has been in the hospital…
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plushhome has posted a new entry on: Jackie Blue
Pillows ~ Pillows ~ Pillows
What's your pleasure?Furry?Nubby?Slick?Fresh?Metallic?Baroque?Fancy?Oriental?Bold?Country?Embroidered?Regal?You Can Get Them All at Pillow Decor
- October 12th, 2009
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plushhome has posted a new entry on: Jackie Blue
Book Giveaway ~ And The Winners Are..................
Paris Hotel BoutiqueThanks to everyone who enter the giveaway - I wish I had enough free books for everyone!The three winners are:#11 ~ Tonya Strong#20 ~ Donna Cash#56 ~ SheliaCongratulations winners…
- October 6th, 2009
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plushhome has posted a new entry on: Jackie Blue
The Design Directory of Bedding ~ Giveaway!!
The books are here so it's time to give a few away to some lucky readers! I'm giving away three copies so just subscribe to my blog and leave a comment about why you want my book, and you're eligibl…
- October 1st, 2009
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plushhome has posted a new entry on: Jackie Blue
Going Pink ~ Breast Cancer Awareness Month
In honor of breast cancer awareness month I am going pink in solidarity with other bloggers including the awareness ringleader Mrs Blandings and I'm showing off the first pics of my beautiful Pink Pag…
- September 30th, 2009
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plushhome has posted a new entry on: Jackie Blue
Free ~ Ready To Cover ~ Storage Table
My friends at Ready To Cover are giving away one of their fabulous ready to cover, storage tables, here.* must be a qualified designer to enter.
- September 28th, 2009
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plushhome has posted a new entry on: Jackie Blue
Maison & Objet ~ Paris in January - Let's Go!!
I've been dreaming for years of taking a trip to the ultimate design show, Maison & Objet, held twice yearly in Paris but I never wanted to go alone so I put it off. I always thought it would b…
- September 23rd, 2009
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plushhome has posted a new entry on: Jackie Blue
Las Vegas World Market &Traditional Home Magazine
Charlotte Moss & Me at the Traditional Home Magazine, Icons of Design Dinner Does this first picture give you any indication of what a great time I had at the Fall market event here in Las Vegas…
- September 21st, 2009
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plushhome has posted a new entry on: Jackie Blue
The Second JVT- Studio Module is Here!
Here are just a few of the 250 designs now available in the second Jackie Von Tobel module for Minutes Matter Studio. Now available at www.minutesmatter.comThanks to all the great people at MM who ha…
- September 18th, 2009
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plushhome has posted a new entry on: Jackie Blue
Great Modern Upholstered Beds
Global Views entre' into the bed frame categoryMarket week has come and gone and I'm exhausted! I've got lots of photos to share with you but first I need to play catch up so here are a few great new…
- September 15th, 2009
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plushhome has posted a new entry on: Jackie Blue
Vicente Wolf & Tobi Fairley
Tobi Fairley, Debbie Baxter, & Myself I'm having a great week ! I was able to meet up with my fellow design blogger Tobi Fairley who was in town for a conference along with her friend and fellow d…
- September 10th, 2009
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plushhome has posted a new entry on: Jackie Blue
Betty Lou Phillips ~ New Website
If you are a Betty Lou Phillips fan , she has a new website where you can keep up with her numerous projects, books and products. The reigning queen of French & Italian design inspiration publica…
- September 6th, 2009
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plushhome has posted a new entry on: Jackie Blue
The Design Directory of Bedding is Here Early!
I was very surprised to find out today through the great gals over at the Custom Home Furnishings Academy Forum, that my new book, TheDesign Directory of Bedding, is in stock and shipping at Amazon.co…
- August 30th, 2009
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plushhome has posted a new entry on: Jackie Blue
Merry Crystal ~ Fantasies Come to Lite
Gorgeous lighting design from Valérie Arboireau, the talented artist behind these fanciful creations for Merry Crystal.Valerie combines colored crystal and silk flowers in her fantastic interpretatio…
- August 21st, 2009
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plushhome has posted a new entry on: Jackie Blue
- August 19th, 2009
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plushhome has posted a new entry on: Jackie Blue
- August 17th, 2009
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plushhome has posted a new entry on: Jackie Blue
Dear Shelter Mags, So Sorry I Dissed You
Over the years of my long career in design I must have read of thousands of shelter magazines. In the beginning I treasured every copy, reading them thoroughly from cover to cover and analyzing eve…
- August 11th, 2009
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plushhome has posted a new entry on: Jackie Blue
Vicente Wolf in Las Vegas
International design star Vicente Wolf will be honored as a Design Icon by the Las Vegas World Market at the September market. Wolf, a longtime favorite of design bloggers and now an enthusiastic b…
- August 8th, 2009
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plushhome has posted a new entry on: Jackie Blue
Big News in My Little World
I came home the other night and there was a UPS box at the front door. Not an uncommon occurrence at my house as my husband is addicted to buying tennis shoes and other vital goods he can't live with…
- July 30th, 2009
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plushhome has posted a new entry on: Jackie Blue
New Eye Candy From Harlequin
If you've been reading this blog for awhile you are familiar with my unwavering love of Harlequin Fabrics. I've yet to meet one I didn't immediately fall for. Here are some new patterns available no…
- July 28th, 2009
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plushhome has posted a new entry on: Jackie Blue
Do Whatever it Takes - An Inspirational Story
I read this story on MSN this morning and it reminded me so much of my life and my sometimes rocky road to where I am today. Along the way I just did whatever it took to succeed at what I was working…
- July 15th, 2009
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plushhome has posted a new entry on: Jackie Blue
Off to Cali
I'm headed to San Francisco tomorrow with my daughter to look for an apartment for her and her roommate for the Fall semester.I'd rather be going here....or here.....or here......or maybe here .....Ca…
- July 12th, 2009
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plushhome has posted a new entry on: Jackie Blue
- July 6th, 2009
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plushhome has posted a new entry on: Jackie Blue
Still More Pillows !!!!!
Am I driving you crazy with these pillows? Sorry - I have pillows on the brain.This is a set of four different designs each in a vibrant full color. They will be printed on a gorgeous washed linen-…
- July 3rd, 2009
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plushhome has posted a new entry on: Jackie Blue
- June 29th, 2009
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plushhome has posted a new entry on: Jackie Blue
- June 26th, 2009
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plushhome has posted a new entry on: Jackie Blue
Are You Passionate about Peacocks?
I'm working on a series of illustrations for decorative throw pillows that will be offered with my fabric line. I've always been fond of peacocks so I decided to explore how they would look on a pill…
- June 23rd, 2009
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plushhome has posted a new entry on: Jackie Blue
Paris Hilton Bedroom Tour
Inside Paris Hilton's homeYou have to see this.... she is definitely the queen of gross self indulgence.
- June 21st, 2009
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plushhome has posted a new entry on: Jackie Blue
Cote de Texas - The Sad State of Shelter Mags
My dear online bud Joni over at Cote de Texas has posted today about her disappointment at the decline in quality of our precious few remaining shelter mags siting a recent article about the design sh…
- June 19th, 2009
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plushhome has posted a new entry on: Jackie Blue
Pagoda Obsession
I'm obsessing about Pagodas. For some reason they really appeal to me. Perhaps it goes back to my early years as a doll house devotee. I love their childlike, whimsical details. I would love to b…
