Design Inspiration and Other Stories

Five Things

Five Things

In a recent fit of self-reflection, I wrote a post about "keeping it real" here at Narrative. To stay true to my word, I thought I should share a bit more about the person behind the lampshades...and pillows, and chairs, and personalized home accessories galore. So without further ado, here are five things about moi: 
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Announcing Narrative's Artist Collaboration Platform

Announcing Narrative's Artist Collaboration Platform

As part of our ongoing mission to bring creativity home, Narrative is excited to announce the launch of our new Artist Collaboration Platform. We proudly partner with artists working in all mediums - drawing, painting, photography, graphic design, mixed media, etc. - to translate their creations into fine art home décor.
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Radio Silence: WHY So Quiet Around Here?

Radio Silence: WHY So Quiet Around Here?

You may have noticed it's been awfully quiet at Narrative recently. There has been a lot of soul searching going on behind the scenes.  So, in the spirit of end of year reflection, the time has come to ponder my WHY... 
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Hip Gifts for Dads and Grads

Hip Gifts for Dads and Grads

If you are like me and the days seem to whiz by in a blur, it's quite possible you've been left scrambling for a last minute gift on more than one special holiday occasion. In an effort to correct past mistakes and provide a little help to my fellow wanna-be thoughtful gift-givers, this season I'm planning ahead for Father's Day and Graduation. There's no need to sacrifice design for the men and young adults in your life. I've curated a selection of extra cool, totally hip gifts for Dads and Grads.
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Our First Home Decor Trade Show: Tales from Las Vegas Market

Our First Home Decor Trade Show: Tales from Las Vegas Market

It was the best of times, it was the worst of times...

It's taken me a while to recap our first trade show experience, because in truth, the event turned into a saga straight out of Charles Dickens. So here goes. Two girls and a truck. That's how we set out.

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Happy Holidays from Narrative Decor!

Happy Holidays from Narrative Decor!

The best part of the holiday season is spending time with those you love. For me, it's also the anticipation of watching friends and family open the perfect gift. At Narrative, we are honored to have played a role in spreading holiday joy for those of you who trusted us to create custom gifts. 

On Christmas morning, we received presents of our very own when we opened our emails to such wonderful customer feedback... 

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Custom Photo Gifts for Everyone on Your Holiday List

Custom Photo Gifts for Everyone on Your Holiday List

'Tis the season for celebrating loved ones with that perfect gift to show how much you care. When it comes to thoughtful holiday gift giving, nothing delights like a personalized present. Narrative makes it easy for you to surprise friends and family with a custom home decor gift made just for them! 
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Easy Makeovers for Modern Halloween Decorations

Easy Makeovers for Modern Halloween Decorations

You may have noticed that traditional Halloween decorations tend to fall into one of two camps, which I will term: "oh-so-cutesie" and "way-too-scary."

In an effort to fill the gap and bring you ideas that are both sophisticated and simple, I've rounded up a few of my favorite Halloween decoration makeovers. Each design uses tried-and-true Halloween decor basics, but gives them a modern twist.
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