Happy New Year!

Happy New Year to all!

I couldn't help but add this image. I found this moss in the midst of all the snow and was inspired by the hope that spring is on it's way.....

I am very excited by several new lines that I brought in for the new season and I can't wait to share them with you!

Penumbra Textiles

has been producing and designing

unique jacquards for over 8 years. The materials

are constructed with individually

dyed, fine micro fiber yarns

that produce brilliant colors,

yet are machine washable and really

stand up to the elements.

The best part is that all production is done right

here in New Hampshire.

There is a wonderful line of fabric, pillows,

and even lampshades! I am very excited that

Penumbra will be the featured textile company

in an upcoming clubhouse project in Maine this

spring. They will be collaborating with one of

my favorite lighting and glass artists Tracy

Glover. More to follow!

I had been looking around for a local source for

environmentally responsible furnishings and

finally found it in Martha's Vineyard Furniture Company.

The island of Martha's Vineyard was the inspiration

for this company.

Each piece of furniture in there many shades of green™ line is made to order and constructed of solid Hevea wood. Hevea trees are known for their natural rubber-like sap.

These trees are tapped for their sap, much like a maple tree. This sap is the primary source for most of the world’s latex production. Hevea trees reach their maturity in 15 years, but stop producing sufficient sap after being tapped for 25 to 30 years. After this time, the trees are typically cut down and burned; while a new tree is planted in its place. Using these discarded trees for furniture production is a great form of sustainability.

Hevea wood is quite strong and can be compared to white oak or teak making it an ideal material for furniture construction. Each piece of furniture in our many shades of green™ line is finished in a water-based ZERO VOC paint by Mythic Paint, a leader in low VOC products and color design.

Just looking at the line will make you smile!

Wallpaper is making a come back (although it was never really gone, perhaps just a bit of a vacation!). A new line I am carrying by Madison & Grow gives a nod to the whimsical in all of us along with a sprinkling of mid-century modern (never a bad thing). They are also based in LA which automatically gives them hometown points! All Madison & Grow papers are crafted with the utmost care and are eco-friendly. The designs are hand-drawn before being scanned in for pre-press production. Screens are created and each roll is hand silkscreened using a water based ink. The papers are clay coated for extra durability and can be wiped clean with a damp sponge. Their manufacturing process emits no VOC's whatsoever.

Pop by The Willow and let me show you all these exciting new lines to help make your house a home!

Regards,

Renee

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PwnPenumbrtile has been designing and producing unique jacquard designs and products for 8Penumbra Textile has been designing and producing unique jacquard designs and products for 8 years. We have maintained our visibility in the market place by offering new design collections and continuously adding to our line of accessories.

Penumbra is dedicated to quality products that will withstand the rigors of everyday life. Our materials are constructed with individually dyed, fine micro fiber yarns years. We have maintained our visibility in the market place by offering new design collections and continuously adding to our line of accessories.

Penumbra is dedicated to quality products that will withstand the rigors of everyday life. Our materials are constructed with individually dyed, fine micro fiber yarns to offer vibrant colors that will not fade when washed or worn.

All materials are machine washable (hang to dry).