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Wallpaper Mistakes That Are Easy to Avoid

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Wallpaper has a way of transforming any space it’s used in. It can add color, character depth, and detail to any space when used correctly. And these days it’s more accessible and easier to use than ever.

But there are still simple mistakes people make when wallpapering that can ruin the entire vibe. Let’s take a look at what they are.
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Modern Art Monday Presents: The Carnation and The Rose By Beatriz Milhazes

carnation and the rose by beatriz milhazes photo by gail worley
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Abstract, geometric representations of colorful flowers from the rose and carnation families exemplify an interest in floral and decorative patterns in Beatriz Milhazes’ painting, The Carnation and The Rose (2000). The large circular flower in the background is inspired by the delicate lacelike designs of crochet cloths she saw in her grandmother’s home as a child.
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Intricate and Beautiful: The Art of Creating Chainmaille Weaves

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It’s hard to grasp that chainmaille goes all the way back to the third century BC. While it was useful for battles back in the day, many people nowadays use it for crafting and fashion. If you’ve never tried making chainmaille, you’re missing out.

Can anyone create chainmaille? Read on for our guide on mastering chainmaille weaves.
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How and Nosm: Way Things Are at Pace Prints

How and Nosm Way Things Are
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Pace Prints is currently hosting Way Things Are, an exhibition of new hand-painted monoprints by identical twin artists Raoul and Davide Perre, better known by the moniker How and Nosm. This is the artists’ inaugural exhibition with Pace Prints. Fans of the duo will immediately recognize their distinctive style and their favored color palette of reds pinks, black and grey.

Here are a few of our favorite pieces from the show:
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