Soft, durable cotton terry towels - Sferra Bello

It is such a treat to use a high quality bath towel, and we have really been impressed with the Sferra Bello towels we have been using recently.  The Sferra Bello towels are made in Belgium using state-of-the-art dyeing technology which helps preserve color by using dyes with maximum resistance to light, weather and washing so the towels look great for years to come.  In our experience with these bath towels we have found them to wash really well and continue to stay soft even in the harder water in our area, a feature that not a lot of luxury towels we have used can claim.  The Sferra Bello towels are also very absorbent and also feature dobby stabilization that minimizes curling after washing.

Sferra Bello towels are available as Washcloths, Hand Towels, Bath Towels and Bath Sheets in a large selection of colors, including Almond, Aqua blue, Aubergine, Avocado green, Black, Blue, Brown, Butter yellow, Canary yellow, Celadon green, Copper, Forest green, Grey, Ice blue, Iron grey, Ivory, Leaf green, Midnight blue, Navy blue, Pink, Poppy red, Sand, Silver Sage, Sky blue, Stone brown, Tangerine orange, Teal blue, White, Willow green, Wisteria purple and Yellow.

If you are in the market for a really nice high quality luxury bath towel that holds color and is very soft and built to stay that way we think you owe it to yourself to try the Sferra Bello towels for yourself.

Sferra Bello Luxury Bath Towels

Grey Area Rugs from Dash and Albert

Grey color rugs provide a wonderful neutral and modern look to your room.  Whether you call it slate, platinum, ash or smoke grey, we just call it shades of wonderful.  Dash & Albert makes a variety of patterns of grey area rugs, from striped to ikat pattern.  Cotton area rugs, indoor outdoor rugs, or wool rugs are all creative options to make your home a standout.  Dash & Albert rugs are available in a variety of sizes depending on style, including 2x3', 3x5', 4x6', 5x8', 8x10', 10x14', and 2.5x8'

Dash and Albert Grey Area Rugs

Difference Between Knitting & Weaving

Q: What is the difference between knitting and weaving?

A: Knitting is a method of fabric production using threads or yarns and consists of consecutive rows of loops, called stitches. With each new row, a new loop is pulled through an existing loop. A needle holds the existing loop in place until the new loop can be passed through. Using different types of yarns and needles results in a wide array of knitted fabric styles in various colors, textures, and weights.

Weaving is a method of fabric production in which two separate and distinct sets of threads or yarns are interlaced at right angles. The vertical threads running the length of the fabric are called the warp and the horizontal threads are called the weft. While the warp threads are held taut and parallel to each other, the weft threads are passed through, either over or under, the warp threads. Woven cloth can be plain or contain intricate, decorative designs.

A typical example of weaving is SFERRA’s Celine throw, shown here in the new colors for Spring 2013 but available in 17 colors overall

An example of knitting is seen in SFERRA’s Orazio throw:

About Polka Dots - SFERRA Bolero Polka Dot Napkins, Placemats and Table Runners

Q: Where does polka dot get its name?

A: A polka dot pattern consists of an array of filled circles, generally sized equally and spaced relatively close together. Polka dots come in a wide variety of color combinations and sizes. The pattern is definitely less formal and is usually intended to be more playful in nature.

Polka dots first became common on clothing in the late 1900s in the United Kingdom. Even though, polka dots are not closely related, it is thought that the pattern is named for the polka, a Central European dance that was all the rage at the time. Many other products and fashions of that era also adopted the polka name. But only the polka dot pattern remained popular, and the name has been left intact over the years.

Below is an image of SFERRA’s Bolero table linens (inspired by English artist, Damien Hirst), which feature polka dots in two color combinations – Spring Garden primary and Sea Glass pastel. Bolero is available in cocktail napkins, dinner napkins, placemats and runners, and it coordinates perfectly with SFERRA’s Festival, Filetto, Ascot, and Piccadilly table linens:

Article courtesy of Sferra

Sferra Bolero

Contemporary Graphic Print Duvet Cover - Sferra Barrington

Contemporary and clean in navy blue or chartreuse green, Sferra Barrington is a great new graphic pattern in duvet covers and bed shams.  With percale fabric woven in Italy of 100% Egyptian cotton, then printed by  expert Italian craftsmen, this collection will be sure to please.  Mix and match with other Sferra products, including Sferra Grande Hotel and Sferra Orlo.

Sferra Barrington in Navy Blue

Sferra Barrington Shams in Navy Blue and Chartreuse Green