2012
Color Forecast
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| Cindy Griffin |
Sherwin Williams 2012 Color Paint Forecast is inspired this year by surveying the landscape and looking at the palettes of Mother Earth. The four main color groups focused are Blues, Greens, Neutrals, and Reds.
Nature’s Blues are drawn from deep waters, summer skies, Navy pea coat, and trusty denim. Robert Allen Fabrics has teamed up with Sherwin Williams to coordinate beautiful fabrics with the new lines of paint colors. I found it interesting that even the fabric names have an organic sound. Here are some samplings and how to coordinate them.
SW6957
SW6810
SW6810
Burning Heart Chambray
Kay's Picnic Chambray
How do we incorporate these new colors into our existing interiors? Try a splash of new fabric in pillows, a piece of artwork, or an accessory on the mantel. Even new table linens, a dining room table or sideboard feature, hand towels, or an entry rug will introduce a new color and feel into your space.
The Greens for this year are organic – think chlorophyll, Japanese tea, lettuce, forests, and foliage. Some have undertones of yellows and some have undertones of blues, take a look at these chosen and their coordinated fabrics.
SW6747
SW6467
SW6467
Garden Party Collection
Paint is the least expensive, most WOW! factor to immediately change a room. If you don't want to change an entire room, try painting only an accent wall or the back wall of bookcases for immediate impact.
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the Neutrals, think wheat, khaki, creams, and pears – the shades of calm and
the solid ground around us.
Artisan Texture
And for the powerful Reds – they, too, are inspired from mother earth - glowing ember, an ancient hand print, first natural pigments, and aboriginal colors from caves aged with patina. Red is always passionate and these deep, rich colors invoke that lively spirit in me. A glass of red wine would be a must in a room filled with these colors!
SW6321
SW6882
Music Waves Poppy
Johnsonville Poppy
Whether you prefer soft or bold colors in your space, try a small amount of change in a room. When considering color in rooms, think about the sun and how it travels around your house. Have some fun, add new color! ~ Cindy
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