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Bohemian: French word for Gypsy Bohemian style originated over 200 years ago after the French Revolution resulting from poor artists wearing used worn and mis-matched clothing.The carefree, relaxed, “more is more” style transfers from clothing over to interiors with eclectic rooms that are never completely alike. The more unusual the better. Combining objects, colors and patterns from many areas of the world, using “global inspiration” to create an unconventional artistic space. Play on pattern with layered rugs, textiles, trinkets and treasures all telling a personal story. The only rule of Bohemian decor is that every item in the room should...

Hand knotted rugs present some characteristics that enhance their uniqueness. Color variation on the field and/or border known as Abrash is a beautiful example of this.Abrash comes from the Arabic word for mottled. Typically used to denote color changes or striations running horizontally across the face of the rug. Abrash is often misconceived as a flaw in the dying process but when in reality it is a prized characteristic of a true handmade oriental rug. These color changes will appear within the same color family. The weaver runs out of one batch of dyed yarn and restarts weaving with another...

Erased Heritage Collection by Jan KathAvailable exclusively through PAOBack to original roots, the erased heritage collection pays homage to the traditional oriental carpet. Finding inspiration from old pattern techniques and standards of quality, Jan Kath turns to old master weavers to bring these designs back to life, knot by knot. The inclusion of the word “erased” in the collection name incorporates Jan Kath’s trademark antique finishing technique, which makes the rugs look as if they have been woven centuries ago. The unorthodox and extremely labor intensive process results in carpets with a revolutionary look that combine old and new in...

MonochromaticDramatic Black & White interiors create clean classic rooms with a modern edgeLayer on texture and pattern for a range of scale and visual interest Interiors by Betsy Brown B&W high low Kuba style rug 8x10- Available at PAO 4.3x5.3 Square AzilalAvailable at PAO Room by Liz Woods Antique Navajo Chiefs Blanket All wool pillows available at PAO Ragamuf chair cover made from excess textiles by Syrian refugee womenThree available at PAO! New Nepalese scribble design B&W Vintage Central Asian Ikat Textile Vintage Moroccan Azilal Rugs all available at PAO African Bone Beads available at PAO White JuJu African Feather...

Will you be my Valentine? Check yes!Seeing hearts everywhere through rose colored inspiration A dozen roses, please! Peter Anton’s “Candy Boxes” Hot Lips! (Chintamani Patterned Velvet Pillows) The power of PINK! Buddy says, Be Mine!