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The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade

The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade

Thanksgiving is just around the corner and with it, our varied traditions. One tradition that many of us share is watching the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade - which is in its 96th year!  I thought...

Penny MorrisonPenny Morrison: The Story Behind the Brand

Penny Morrison: The Story Behind the Brand

We love Penny Morrison's collection of lighting and lampshades, fabric & wallpaper - and furniture, too....but did you know it all started with Interior Design? Below is a brief summary of Pen...

The Story Behind Porphyry

The Story Behind Porphyry

New to the shop this week are striking Porphyry Lampshades we had made from a wallpaper pattern designed by Miles Redd exclusively for Schumacher. In keeping with the theme, I thought it might be w...

decorating with silhouettesSilhouettes: A Brief History and Decorating Ideas

Silhouettes: A Brief History and Decorating Ideas

Next Saturday, October 8th we are very excited to bring you something other than lamps and shades. Nationally recognized silhouette artist, Deborah O'Connor, will be here at the shop to cut profile...

Buckingham PalaceBuckingham Palace

Buckingham Palace

Buckingham Palace In light of the recent death of Queen Elizabeth II, I, like many, have spent time reading about about the Royal Family. Their history and traditions, and, not surprisingly, their...

Fermoiea group of colorful lampshades hanging

Fermoie Lampshades: Everything You Need to Know

What is Fermoie?  Fermoie is a textile company founded in 2012 by Tom Helme and Martin Ephson. (Two names that are well known in the design industry - Helme and Ephson are the creative minds behin...