A Burst of Flavor for Your Walls

Imagine a pack of fruit-striped gum morphed into a wall hanging; what comes to mind? Well the folks at Flavor Paper have gone there, creating colorful, juicy wallpapers that pack a real punch. One of my favorites is their Fruits of Design brocade-patterned paper in gold and blue (see below).

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Envision an elaborate dinner party with a large dark wood table, gold rimmed white china, and beautiful touches of peacock blue in a room outfitted with this flavorful creation! Crisp linen napkins, beautiful glass goblets (my choice peacock again), and a loose arrangement of white gladiolas could add the perfect touches for such an elegant occasion.

Thinking of something with a softer edge? Try on the Iris paper in fushia for size:


               Image: Flavor Paper

This paper would look lovely in a guest bathroom paired with some crisp white towels (I happen to love the options at Designers Guild, although I can't quite afford them), soft lavender-scented soaps piled high in a silver bowl, and a few cotton blossom votives adorning the countertop.

I simply love how wallpaper can make a room feel complete. Furthermore, I love the notion of framed patterns and prints. Say, for instance, you live in an apartment where you aren't allowed to paint or simply don't have the budget for walls laden with paper. A few large framed strips of wallpaper arranged beside one another could add loads of visual interest to a wall without breaking the bank or the irking the landlord.