They had their pick. And it had to have a dishwasher. Let your stream of consciousness flow. Peruse picture books about the Middle Ages, Frida Kahlo, or whatever works for inspiration. For handmade curtains and cushions, prowl yardage shops for large interesting remnants.
Some thrift stores sell remnants, too.
Click here for our PrimeGuide Directory While they were turning down nearly perfect houses without dishwashers, the real-estate climate changed. Like Silicon Valley, Seattle suddenly became a Mecca for home-buyers with huge bankbooks. It was a dog pile, and in the blink of an eye all the fairy-tale houses had been sold. She settled for a squat little cinderblock square. And, having spent their last dollar on the house, they had none left for painters or designers.