September 2016 City of the Month Durham, North Carolina September 01 2016

 

Durham is a creative, innovative community that is always doing something new. It occupies a prime location in the heart of North Carolina and is a nexus for learning, creativity, research, and industry. In addition to Duke and NCCU, Durham is home to North Carolina School of Science & Math, Durham Technical Community College, and many other private schools. Whether you're a resident, visitor, group planner, newcomer, journalist, or consultant, you will find something to love about the Bull City. To the U.S. Durham is known as the City of Medicine. Having healthcare as a major industry for the city they boasts one of the largest payroll brackets with a combined payroll that exceeds $1.2 billion annually, including more than 300 medical and health-related companies and medical practices .  In honor of the city Loose Petals is offering $5.00 off any non-sale city organic print size 8 x 10 or larger for the month of September 2016! Use code 5OFF at check out.

Source: 

http://vacationidea.com/pix/img25Hy8R/destinations/best-things-to-do-in-durham-nc_t5.jpg

http://www.durham-nc.com/

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August 2016 City of the Month Orlando, Florida August 01 2016

From the Magic Kingdom to magical spa treatments, Orlando sparkles with the promise of adventure.Orlando is know for their copious amounts of theme parks and tourist attractions. You can spend a day exploring the world-famous Disney theme parks, giggling with the dolphins at Sea World, or screaming your head off on a Universal Studios roller coaster. Or for a less adrenaline-pumping afternoon, enjoy the quiet natural beauty of the Harry P. Leu Gardens, or enjoy a seaweed scrub at a luxury day spa. Savor fresh and local ingredients at one of Orlando’s James Beard-nominated restaurants. Orlando has always hosted a variety of things to do in its city center and shows the culture of that! The City of is nicknamed "The City Beautiful" and its symbol is the fountain at lake Eola. There are 115 neighborhoods within the city limits of Orlando. The city limits resemble a checkerboard, with pockets of unincorporated Orange County surrounded by city limits.  The Metro Orlando has a total of 19 completed skyscrapers with a majority that are located in the downtown area the rest are located in the tourist district southwest of downtown. In honor of the city Loose Petals is offering $5.00 off any non-sale city organic print size 8 x 10 or larger for the month of August 2016! Use code 5OFF at check out.

Source: 
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Orlando,_Florida#Tourism_in_history

http://www.tripadvisor.com/Tourism-g34515-Orlando_Florida-Vacations.html

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July, 2016 City of the Month Washington D.C. July 01 2016

Washington DC is a hub for American politics and history. Attracting as many school field trips as it does travelers the district offers a peek into the country’s democratic origin. There are plenty of free museums to take advantage of but the real draw here is the memorials and monuments dedicated to great American leaders. Spend some contemplative time at the Reflecting Pool within the National Mall, among the most patriotic places in the country. In celebration of our nations capital Loose Petals is offering $5.00 off any non-sale city organic print size 8 x 10 or larger for the month of July 2016! Use code 5OFF at check out. Here are some interesting facts about this wonderful city! 

 

  • Washington, DC covers 68 square miles. The city is divided into four quadrants, or sections: Northwest, Southwest, Northeast and Southeast. The U.S. Capitol building marks the center of the city and is where the four quadrants meet.
  • The cities Tree is a Scarlet Oak 
  • Washington takes its name from our first president, George Washington. The "Columbia" in "District of Columbia" stands for Christopher Columbus
  • The cities bird is a  Wood Thrush
  • Washington, DC is not a city or state, nor is it part of any other state. It is a unique "federal district," created specifically to be the seat of government.
  • The cities flower is an American Beauty Rose
  • The motto of the city is “Justitia Omnibus,” which is Latin means “Justice for All”
  • The Song of the city is  “Washington,” written by Jimmie Dodd, a former Mouseketeer, in 1951

 

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http://washington.org/sites/default/files/styles/homepage_slideshow_1800x700/public/carousel/home_whitehouse_0.jpg?itok=K_0bIUJY

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The History of Travel Posters June 15 2016

 “Posters reflect our culture and are like visual graphic icons of the times in which they were created.”  ~ Robin Shepherd, travel poster collector.

Throughout history travel poster have been used for a myriad of reasons. They not only advertised travel destinations, but were used by hotels, airlines, railroads and tourism companies to graphically represent themselves to the public. Many of them were considered works of art.

At the time the lithographic printing process was developed (which was ideally suited to producing posters) travel posters made their mark.  They combined large images with bold text inspired travelers to explore the world. They were prominently displayed on kiosks and in the train stations of Europe and America.

At first these travel posters were a jumble of images and text and crowded with information, but by the early 1900's, artist had simplified the travel poster by using fewer details added power to the message. By the 1920s, other artists transformed the travel poster from illustration to symbol. Which is what modern-day posters and pictographs are based off of. But, posters continue to evolve with new methods and ideas and will always be a major part of our world.

Travel posters are one of the most popular areas of poster collecting today. More than any other poster category, they awaken our dreams of adventure, beauty and wanderlust. Grab your favorite poster from our page and discover a new love for your favorite town! 

Sources: 

http://greenolivearts.com/history-travel-posters/

http://st.hzcdn.com/simgs/30014b5804c12555_4-0649/midcentury-prints-and-posters.jpg

 

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June 2016 City of the Month Havana, Cuba June 01 2016

Havana is an enchanting and captivating city, with the twists and turns of its compelling history and rich culture in the surprising diverse architecture and kaleidoscope of citizens. Havana’s districts mark distinct eras in the capital’s evolution. The past and the present are closely represented all over this sprawling metropolis, form 1950's department store signs hanging over entrances to community centers and government agencies occupying eighteenth-century convents. Even in the parts of the city where tourist thrive, the locals make their presence felt. Havana’s success and riches were founded on the strength and position of its harbor – the largest natural port in the Caribbean. Back when Havana was developing, and as the Spanish conquistadors plundered the treasures of the Americas, Havana became the meeting point for the Spanish. For several months of the year, ships were returning from all over the Americas filled with precious cargo. Today there is a growing prosperity in Havana, evident from fancy restaurants full of locals, increasingly well-appointed houses, and new cars on the roads. However, many of its citizens still live in poverty on a minimum of resources available, but the capital shines a bright light on the growing inequalities in Cuba today. In honor of the city Loose Petals is offering $5.00 off any non-sale city organic print size 8 x 10 or larger for the month of June 2016! Use code 5OFF at check out.
 

Sources:

https://www.lonelyplanet.com/cuba/havana

http://www.roughguides.com/destinations/central-america-and-the-caribbean/cuba/havana/

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May 2016 City of the Month Salt Lake City, Utah May 01 2016

From festivals to farmers' markets, there's always something to do in Salt Lake City. Whether you live or visit here, Salt Lake City, is the capital in Utah. Salt Lake City is laid back, like Seattle but it’s sunny here five days a week. It’s folksy like Boston without a weird accent. And it’s got theaters, theaters and restaurants like New York but rent for a Brooklyn studio. It’s got mountains but without all the equivocating. Four pro sports teams, four ski resorts, three freeways and twelve apostles. Everything you need; nothing you don’t Aside from all the sight-seeing and attractions Salt Lake City  host a number of churches, government, and other community resources that stemmed form the founders of the city. The city was founded in 1847 by Brigham Young, Isaac Morley, George Washington Bradley and numerous other Mormon followers, who extensively irrigated and cultivated the arid valley. Today Salt Lake is home to a diverse population, including a large LGBTQ demographic and a variety of ethnic and religious populations. Combining the amenities of a major metropolitan area with the friendliness of a quaint, mountain town, Salt Lake is a family friendly and beautiful area that combines unparalleled access to natural recreation, a bustling economy, dynamic nightlife, remarkable history, warm hospitality, and Utah's Greatest Snow on Earth. In honor of the city Loose Petals is offering $5.00 off any non-sale organic city print size 8 x 10 or larger for the month of May, 2016! Use code 5OFF at check out.
 
 

Sources:

http://utah.com/salt-lake-city

http://www.visitsaltlake.com/about-salt-lake/

http://www.freedominterventions.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/salt-lake-city-500x333.jpg

 

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2016 New Cities April 08 2016

Loose Petals is proud to announce New Cities for 2016! Revisit your favorite travels at http://www.loosepetals.com/ 
Here are the ones from our Latin America Collection!
Here are the ones from our Europe Collection!
Here are the ones from our America Collection!
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April 2016 City of the Month Portland, Oregon April 01 2016

Portland is the largest city in Oregon hosting a unique and eccentric group of citizens and visitors. Incorporated in 1851, Portland may seem like a young city compared to many other parts of the country and world, but you can still find plenty of history everywhere you look. Over all Portland is an innovative and expressive community that allows for a wide range of things to do in the city. Visitors eager for an in-depth exploration of all things Portland will find a wealth of guided outings around town. Whether you’re looking to sight see by bike, bus, boat or your own two feet, there’s likely a tour for you. In a city as green as Portland, its only fitting that some of the top attractions are outdoor spots that appeal to home gardens and hikers alike. Home to both a sprawling urban wilderness and the world’s smallest park, Portland offers visitors a breath of fresh air. You don't have to venture far from town to find yourself paddling on a secluded bay, hiking a forested trail or observing native wildlife. Oregon’s great outdoors offers excellent adventures all year-round. Portland, is also home to more breweries than any other city on earth, it has pioneered the craft beer movement since the early 1980's. Plenty of pubs don’t just tolerate youngsters; they welcome them with open arms as well as any four-legged visitors, providing pooch-friendly patios and bowls of water for thirsty pups. In honor of the city Loose Petals is offering $5.00 off any non-sale city print size organic 8 x 10 or larger for the month of April, 2016! Use code 5OFF at check out.

 

Sources:

https://www.travelportland.com/

 

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April 2016: Decorating with Pantone Color of the Year March 15 2016

It’s twins! For the first year ever Pantone named not one, but TWO colors of the year for 2016. The shades were chosen to convey a rosy warmth and tranquility for the new year, also playing a nod to societal movements toward gender equality and fluidity,” as the company said in a statement. The “baby” blue and pink colors may remind you of the walls of a nursery but Pantone says that the open exchange of information online “has opened our eyes to different approaches to color usage.” And that “Rose quartz is not baby pink,” says Leatrice Eiseman who, as executive director of Pantone’s Color Institute, oversees the company’s annual choice of Color of the Year, agrees that “It doesn’t have that wimpy feel.”

Now maybe you’re not decorating a nursery but what to use these colors in your design, here are a few tips and tricks form us to help you:
Make A Statement! - Buy a large area rug with a subtle pattern to give trendy update to a traditional color.




Or use Serenity and paint your ceiling to give your room a more elegant and framed look.
To buy: Marrakech Trellis Area Rug, $98, wayfair.com; Fulham Light Blue Area Rug, $96,wayfair.com.
 Play with gender roles  Explore the balance between the masculine and feminine sides of both the colors. Using the furniture and design of your room to counter balance out the color. Also play with the idea of adding a complementary color that gives more of a balance to the room.
Use pops of the color 
Use the colors of the year sporadically throughout your home if you already have a fairly neutral color palate.
Use objects like lamps, frames, throw pillows, and other small various objects to create a sense of flow throughout your space that doesn’t over whelm your house with color.
To buy: SANELA Cushion Cover, $8, ikea.com; Beaded Galaxy Burst Pillow Cover, $30, westelm.com. Pink Shaggy Pouf Seat, $69, landofnod.com; Veria Faded Denim and White Sand Cube, $119,overstock.com. Metal Container, $13,hm.com; Glass Vase, $25,surlatable.com. Haute Pink Ovo Table Lamp, $100, lampsplus.com; Placid Blue Double Gourd Table Lamp, $100, lampsplus.com

 

Sources:

http://www.realsimple.com/home-organizing/decorating/pantone-color-of-the-year-2016

http://www.architecturaldigest.com/story/pantone-color-of-the-year-2016-decorating-ideas

http://www.wsj.com/articles/its-a-pink-and-a-blue-1449083326

http://www.coastalliving.com/how-decorate-pantone-colors-year-2016-rose-quartz-serenity-pink-blue/view-all

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March 2016 City of the Month: Dublin, Ireland March 02 2016

Being voted Europe's fourth most popular city break destination, behind London,    Paris and Rome, Dublin Ireland is Europe’s new hot spot! Dublin's elegant Georgian architecture makes it one of Europe's most attractive capitals and is one of the friendliest capital cities in the world. The easily accessible city is small (and safe!) enough for tourist to meander throughout the cities sprawling, winding roads. Many guest find himself or herself exploring the nations treasures in galleries and museums within the city center. Dublin’s cultural center has truly grown within the past year. Dublin's entertainments are legendary, from the boozy delights of the Guinness Storehouse and Temple Bar to more cultured nights at the theater or dining in one of the city's fine eateries including five 'one Michelin star' restaurants and one two star eatery. It's no surprise that people from all over the world come to enjoy the "craic" in Dublin.For tips on what to do in Dublin, head to their national page which has friendly customized set up for the wanderlust traveler to find their way though. (http://www.visitdublin.com/home/) In honor of the city Loose Petals is offering $5.00 off any any non sale city print size organic 8 x 10 or larger for the month of March, 2016! Use code 5OFF at check out.

 

 

Sources:

http://www.discoveringireland.com/dublin-city/

http://acmphoto.photoshelter.com/image/I0000bZNiHYsKHFE

 

 

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