Photo by: Ashley Mills
Pantone Palette: Surface Treatments
It's not just about colors in 2013. "Earthy textures lay a new foundation for palettes of blues and greens," says color expert and executive director of the Pantone Color Institute Leatrice Eiseman. Ana White, author of The Handbuilt Home (due out in October; Clarkson Potter) suggests breathing new life into an existing hutch with several coats of ocean-blue paint, a move she calls noncommittal. Ground the oversize piece with lots of white ceramic objects and natural wood and wicker. Plus: 5 Decorating Rules It's Okay to Break! » The Best Paint Colors for Small Rooms » The color forecast from the pros at Pantone reveals new colors that soothe, renew, and even surprise. Here, some of Country Living 's favorite bloggers show us how to incorporate 7 of these palettes into your home . See more from CountryLiving.com : Our Ultimate Guide to Kitchen Decorating » 40 Amazing Before-and-After Home Makeovers » 10 Ways to Design a Colorful Bedroom » Become a fan of Country Living on Facebook and follow our pins on Pinterest ! Reprinted with permission of Hearst Communications, Inc.
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