Tuesday, April 30, 2013

OUR MAY SALE IS THIS WEEKEND!

It's that time again... and, we are excited about our annual MAY SALE this weekend! We hope you will come visit Cotswold Marketplace this Friday, May 3rd & Saturday, May 4th and walk away pleased! Our sale this year includes a storewide & tent sale both days!

YOU WILL NOT WANT TO MISS THE 
GREAT DEALS & THE ADDITIONAL MERCHANDISE! 


Our vendors have worked hard to bring in extra:
home furnishings, artwork, accessories, decor' & gifts! 
  So, if you are looking for a great find at a great price then be sure to stop in!


WE WILL BE OPEN FROM:
10:00 to 5:00
Friday, May 3rd & Saturday, May 4th! 
200 N. Amity Road  Charlotte, NC 28211
 

And, with the PGA tournament in town this weekend... we thought we'd team up with the 
PGA Tour Wives Association & host a silent auction  benefiting their charities.
Here is a peek of signed items by Rickie Fowler you can bid on!


Be sure to stay updated with the latest news about the marketplace:

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Thursday, April 25, 2013

FROM OUR HOME TO YOURS!

IT'S ALWAYS A JOY... to see beautiful items from the marketplace making their way into the homes of our customers, onto inspirational pinterest boards, & into fabulous designer magazines!
So, without further ado... these are a few recent spottings of how goodies from the marketplace can be applied in your own home design!

We have had our eye on this unique artwork, lately! Don't you love the application of it in this room design? Thanks, Pinterest for all the great ideas!  The coral pops against the neutral wall... and, how fabulous is the abstract floral & bird detail?  Best news... it's available at the marketplace through Laura Park Interiors. So, if you are looking to add a little twist with your colors - then this piece is a must!


And, it seems we are not the only ones obsessing over greek key & fretwork! Our in home design team, Swell Decor, has a pair of these greek key lumbar pillows available at the marketplace! Houzz recently featured them with coral & ivory chinoserie print twin headboards. And, look how the gourd lamp pulls together the color combo. Don't miss getting your hands on these beauties while they are at the marketplace!


For a third spotting  - we can't stop crushing on the imperial trellis wallpaper. HOW FUN IS THIS POWDER ROOM! Weeeeee.... love it. This wallpaper will bring life to any dull space. And, if you are feeling extra sassy we would recommend adding a custom monogram to to your hand towels!  If you love this design just as much as we do... then be sure to visit our vendor, Karen Keffer Collection, she offers an incredible assortment of wallpaper & exclusive vintage monogramming


We enjoy seeing all the ways that goods from the marketplace make it from our home to yours! Be sure to stop in & visit soon.  On a side note... it's about time for our annual May Sale! You will not want to miss out on the great storewide sales... stay posted for details!


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Sunday, March 31, 2013

COME CREATE WITH US!

The marketplace continues to blossom & grow... much like Spring & we are very thankful for that! WE LOVE to watch as spaces are updated & vendors continue to bring in more exclusive options for customers to update their homes! Recently, our custom wallpaper & monogramming vignette space has expanded. Yippee! IT'S PERFECT FOR CREATING & DREAMING UP THE IDEAL DESIGNS FOR YOUR HOME!


Your home is the place to express yourself & to create a friendly environment for your family! Wallpaper is making an incredible COLOR SPLASH these days with all the bright & cheerful patterns to choose from. Have you considered adorning your walls with a statement paper or spicing up your linens with a fresh monogram design?


Wallpaper & vintage inspired monogram designs are a great way to liven your home! And, don't be afraid to choose a bright color palette! Seems us Southern folks have quite the thing for monograms... so, if your looking to steer clear of an expected design... then come visit us & be surprised at our unique selection of styles!


We delight in seeing our customers bedding, shower curtains, & linens come to life! Adding a monogram personalizes your design & sets it apart. At the marketplace our styles range from traditional to modern & can be customized to fit to your taste! 


So, if your wanting to update your home then... COME CREATE WITH US! You are welcome to bring in your already existing pillows, shams, shower curtain, etc. Isn't that fabulous? We can add an exclusive monogram design to what you already have!  Just stop in & we can assist you.

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Wednesday, March 27, 2013

WELCOME SPRING WITH A PASTEL PALETTE!!!

There is something unique about a PASTEL COLOR PALETTE, it has a way of making life feel a tad softer & lighter! It seems the cool color tones just have a way of speaking "Spring" to you! Have you taken in the pastels around you lately... the breathtaking beauty of an icy crystal blue sky, the blooming of a itty-bitty rose bud, or even the faint hint of golden on your freshly dyed Easter egg!
Image L via Dreamy Whites blog






If a pastel palette tends to bring a sense serenity & peace then why not incorporate these lovely hues into your interior? This original painting "Blonde Woods" by NC artist & illustrator, Trip Park, tells quite the story.  Can't you see the way the trees are welcoming Spring! The icy tones of blue, gold, & ivory glisten off the canvas. Wish I could walk down this path...


You can easily bring the serenity of the coast into your home by incorporating a fresh color palette into your interior decor! See how cream (sand) & mint (water) upholstery paired with with a pop of coral (sunset) on the coffee table make this living room both delightful & cozy?

Image L via Coco Cozy
So, if you are wanting to WELCOME SPRING into your life & your home then begin with a pastel palette!  The colors teal & chartreuse are a great combo that help liven up both neutral upholstery & case goods. Our vendors are bringing in lovely accents daily that represent an array of Spring tones & pastels! We continue to love the packaging of the Illume candle line - fun packaging & delightful scents for a new season! 

Be sure to stop by the marketplace & be inspired! Hope you & your family have a wonderful Easter.
  
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Thursday, February 28, 2013

MIRROR MIRROR ON THE WALL!

As you look around your own home or a friend's home - you might just notice a handful of mirrors! Mirrors are not only a practical design choice for your bath, powder, or dressing room - but, they can be used to make quite the DESIGN STATEMENT

We would like to agree with designer, Andreea Rusu, & her suggestion... that there are never rules when it comes to mirrors.  "Mirrors bring light & depth into rooms - they're like decorative windows you can move around & place as you'd like," she says. WE LOVE THIS IDEA!  When you can create in your home without having to adhere to rules... you have a blank canvas & an opportunity to become a unique artist.

Decorative Windows

According to designer Andreea Avram Rusu there are never rules when it comes to decorating with mirrors. "Mirrors bring light and depth into rooms — they're like decorative windows you can move around and place as you like," she says. Mirrors have several benefits and can "reflect and emphasize views and colors from art and/or adjacent walls creating special effects," designer Celia Berliner says. Design by Andreea Avram Rusu.
- See more at: http://www.hgtv.com/accessories/10-tips-for-decorating-with-mirrors/pictures/index.html#sthash.fZx7Y5pL.dpuf

Decorative Windows

According to designer Andreea Avram Rusu there are never rules when it comes to decorating with mirrors. "Mirrors bring light and depth into rooms — they're like decorative windows you can move around and place as you like," she says. Mirrors have several benefits and can "reflect and emphasize views and colors from art and/or adjacent walls creating special effects," designer Celia Berliner says. Design by Andreea Avram Rusu.
- See more at: http://www.hgtv.com/accessories/10-tips-for-decorating-with-mirrors/pictures/index.html#sthash.fZx7Y5pL.dpuf

Decorative Windows

According to designer Andreea Avram Rusu there are never rules when it comes to decorating with mirrors. "Mirrors bring light and depth into rooms — they're like decorative windows you can move around and place as you like," she says. Mirrors have several benefits and can "reflect and emphasize views and colors from art and/or adjacent walls creating special effects," designer Celia Berliner says. Design by Andreea Avram Rusu.
- See more at: http://www.hgtv.com/accessories/10-tips-for-decorating-with-mirrors/pictures/index.html#sthash.fZx7Y5pL.dpuf

Image L via SAS Interiors | Image R via Vintage Luxe
STARBURST MIRRORS continue to be used throughout various room designs. They can dress up any dull foyer & add a unique twist to a tired dining room! If you stick to starburst mirrors in gold, silver, or bronze tones - then they tend to blend well with both contemporary & traditional looks.


We love it when our vendors bring in wall decor that adds a touch of elegance! How lovely is the gold oval starburst mirror featured (image R) in a vignette by our vendor, Embellish? We are drooling over it's intricate detail! It would be perfect in a entryway or a dressy powder room.

Image L via Nestify
Mirrors CAN BRING LIFE to your walls - just like art does, they create additional light, & they add reflectivity to make a space appear larger than it actually is! So, if you are looking to add some VISUAL APPEAL to your home then consider a mirror... you can't go wrong.

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Monday, February 25, 2013

LIGHT YOUR LIFE IN STYLE!

We are SO THRILLED to be offering a lovely line of custom order lamps at Cotswold Marketplace. These beauties are spicing up everything... from foyers to kid's rooms!

It's always exciting to see how decor items available at the marketplace are finding their way into the most stylish room designs! Here are some great ways to incorporate the lighting we offer at the marketplace into your home!   

Cheers to you, Decor Pad & Chinoserie Chic... you continue to inspire us!


If you haven't seen the full line of gourd lamps at the marketplace, then surely stop by & take a peek in person! There is an amazing assortment of COLORS & SIZES available! The unique style of the lamp provides an instant  pop of pizazz to your room decor.

Image via Chinoserie Chic
We are loving the application of the pink gourd lamps & the delicate french side tables in this room design! Don't hesitate to mix styles - that just might be the way you will find your BEST LOOK!

Image Via Decor Pad
As you can see, colorful gourd lamps are appropriate in both elegant foyer designs as well as funky teen rooms! It's amazing to see the diversity of how the unique lighting can be used. So, if anything... CHOOSE LIGHTING THAT MAKES A STATEMENT! 

If you are looking to LIGHT YOUR LIFE IN STYLE... then stop by & we would be happy to assist with our fabulous lighting options! To get the look you know where to find us. Hope to see you at the marketplace very soon!

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Thursday, January 31, 2013

COLOR CRUSH: SHADES OF EMERALD!

As most of you know by now, Pantone selected EMERALD as the 2013 color of the year!  And, we have been crushing on it a lot daily! This new found love for emerald, a color Dorothy knew so very well,  might have started when a particular pair of pillows made there way into the marketplace. Obviously, we are not the only folks lusting over the bold CHINOSERIE print!  This pair of pillows can add shine to your bedroom decor & on your sofa.
Image via Pinterest
Speaking of lusting over home accessories... glass jars in various sizes have also become a new fave at the marketplace!  And, it just so happens they wear icy emerald very well! If you are looking to add some pizzazz to your home - add details that enhance design! A pop of emerald perhaps?
Image L
Trellis drapery panels paired with a seagrass wallcovering can create a atmosphere of coastal serenity. We love a layered look + a shade of emerald!
Image L via Tobi Fairley
 It seems another chic lady, Tobi Fairley, is fond of the same color palette as Dorothy! Be inspired by the look Tobi created in a recent room design (featured above.) Voila! A glamorous statement comes to life by combing an elegant starburst mirror +  gourd lamps + emerald geometric prints.
So, the next time your in the marketplace... keep your eyes open to all the LOVELY SHADES OF EMERALD! And, don't hesitate to make a statement with this bold color... consider using it on a trellis wallcovering in your powder room! And, don't leave with out your very own COLOR CRUSH!  Maybe yours is a shade of EMERALD too...

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