I am lucky enough to live next door to two of the nicest little boys. They are articulate and smart kids and we often chat in the little piece of yard that runs between our houses. Several weeks ago, the boys and I were commiserating (while practicing proper social distancing, of course!) about the quarantine… Read more »
During this challenging time, we are experiencing many changes to the way we live, work and interact with others. For most of us, our days are spent quarantined in our home and work is done remotely via videoconferencing or FaceTime. These are difficult adjustments and in the spirit of being #alonetogether, we wanted to share… Read more »
Face masks being made at Thibaut Face masks made by Thibaut being worn by medical workers Industry manufacturers, as well as other design related businesses, have been on the forefront of giving back during the COVID-19 pandemic. These companies, big and small, from across the country and around the world,… Read more »
As the coronavirus spread across the country and stay-at-home orders were issued, the design industry vendors and manufacturers implemented different levels of shutdown. What did this mean for the interior design industry and specifically, Salmon-Casson, Ltd.? Even though our vendors were at some level of shutdown, we still had access to our… Read more »
High Point Market is the largest home furnishings industry trade show. It occurs in the Spring, in April, and in the Fall, in October. It has between 70 thousand and 80 thousand attendees from over 100 different countries. There is approximately 12 million square feet of showspace with over 2000 exhibitors in 180… Read more »
It is always a treat to attend the Washington Design Center Market Day! The Market Day features keynote speakers, product launches and open houses throughout the Washington Design Center. We also love visiting the different showrooms and connecting with our fabulous reps. We always make it a point to visit Century. This Market Day,… Read more »
SCL is excited to announce the launch of updated website! In the past year, SCL has been going through a rebranding process. Last summer, we updated our logo making it fresh and current in design as well as colors. We then focused on making our new logo an integral part of our website… Read more »
Spring is here which means that High Point Furniture Market is just around the corner. SCL leaves for High Point Market on Thursday, April 4th and we are so excited! As Kim once said, “Nothing makes my heart go pitter patter like driving down I-85 in the springtime, seeing the dogwood trees in first… Read more »
A baton (often called a wand) is a long, thin, stick shaped piece of hardware used to open and close drapery panels. Most of us have used batons to open or close draperies in a hotel room. Batons can be made from wood, acrylic, or metal and are clipped to the lead carrier… Read more »
French return drapery rods are extremely popular due to their simplicity and functionality. Typically, a standard drapery rod is attached to the wall with brackets which extend 3-6 inches. A rod with a French return eliminates the bracket and is bent to create a soft curve which returns to the wall. It is gives… Read more »