The Faux Pro, LLC

09/02/2012

For this pattern we used composition gold leaf and aluminum leaf in the pattern. This kitchen looks spectacular! Not shown in the picture is an adjoining eating space that has a single pattern around that chandelier. The whole space looks fantastic! The homeowners are thrilled!

We hope you've enjoyed the work of today's Stencil Star, Bernadette Forese of The Faux Pro, LLC! We top off the day with an incredible ceiling project in which Bernadette solved the design dilemma of unifying double chandeliers in one space. It's a wonderful use of two vinyl stencil patterns -- Modello™ Design Ornamental Center OrnCen187 -- to connect and bring a space together! The metallic lustre only adds to the drama. Stencil: https://www.modellodesigns.com/Category.asp?cat_idno=3&type_idno=1250 We

09/01/2012

This was a great floor for a quarry company in West Virginia. This is their logo and we painted it with the trompe l'oeil effect in their new lobby. We started the job on a Friday night and walked out Sunday afternoon; that's production!

We're featuring the works of Stencil Star Bernadette Forese of The Faux Pro, LLC today, but you can see more on her website: http://www.thefauxpro.net/ Bernie has worked on a variety of surfaces and floors are no exception! A commercial client requested their logo for their lobby floor and she used a 2-part custom Modello™ Design vinyl stencil painted in with a trompe l'oeil effect. It's a great formula of pattern and technique generating artistic, lasting results for a client! https://www.modellodesigns.com/

09/01/2012

This is a glass dining room table that we decorative painted using reverse gilding. It's beautiful in the photo but, ooh la la, you should see it in person!

Our Stencil Star today is Bernadette Forese of The Faux Pro, LLC! Bernie was at the Art of Living event when Barb Skivington and I taught a reverse gilded glass finish. Here, she uses the technique on a gorgeous tabletop with a Modello™ Designs Ornamental Border vinyl stencil (OrnBo147) -- SO beautiful! Stencil: https://www.modellodesigns.com/Category.asp?cat_idno=3&type_idno=1248 The step-by-step how-to is available in the Art of Living book: http://www.royaldesignstudio.com/collections/books-videos/products/decorative-finishes-inspired-by-the-south-of-france Click "Like" if you love this! :)

09/01/2012

Pattern transformed this two story foyer in beautiful Chadds Ford, PA. Are you interested to see how decorative painting can transform your space? Give me a call or send me a message! Thanks! Bernie

SATURDAY STENCIL STAR! In the limelight today is Pennsylvania-based Bernadette Forese of The Faux Pro, LLC and we'll be featuring her artistry throughout the day! We start with a wonderful project featuring our Elegancia Allover stencil in aged gold over a deep blue. It's in a 2-story residential entryway and graces all the walls perfectly -- so striking! Stencil: http://www.royaldesignstudio.com/products/elegancia-allover-stencil What do YOU think?

05/16/2012

Wall stenciled by The Faux Pro, LLC with help from our good friend Mary Watt-Watts. Great stencil pattern by Melanie Royals. The gals from East Coast Creative got in a little over their heads with the stenciling of this wall so they called in the pros!

It's here!! Finally revealing the Guest Room Makeover! http://www.eastcoastcreativeblog.com/2012/05/superfab-room-redesign-reveal-guest.html

04/16/2012

http://www.colorchats.com/2012/04/secrets-to-a-successful-monochromatic-room/

03/29/2012

Are you wanting to redo your kitchen? Here's some info for you with what's in style. For the first time since the NKBA started to track national trends, "Traditional" style kitchens no longer dominate the market. Now the word is "Transitional", which is a blend of Traditional and Contemporary. Many people don't want to fully jump into the simple lines of Contemporary style but want to soften the look with a few curves and/or elaborations of Traditional. Full-blown "Contemporary" is next most popular followed by Shaker, Arts and Crafts and Cottage styles of Kitchen and Bath cabinetry.

As for Color Schemes in your kitchen, shades of gray are again pulling ahead in Kitchens and Baths as well as the rest of the house. Whites and off-whites continue to be the most popular colors as well as bone and beiges. After Gray, Bronzes and Terra Cottas are the next popular choices followed by Greens and then Blues. As always, we can help your project go from drab to fab so let us know if you'd like help!

03/13/2012

03/08/2012

Find color inspiration all around you, particularly flowers. Notice the color combinations that nature (sometimes with the help of humans) put together along with the balance of color. Going to get some inspiration today at The Philadelphia Flower Show! The world's largest indoor flower show.

03/07/2012

The Faux Pro was just featured in a national magazine (STIR) by Sherwin-Williams. We're so lucky and thrilled to be associated with SW!

STIR talks to professional decorative painter and gilder Bernie Forese about her work, her inspiration and how color plays a key role in her projects.

03/06/2012

"I always get asked which color to paint the ceiling. Well, it really depends on the situation!" -Candice Olson. What color is your ceiling?

http://store.benjaminmoore.com/storefront/shop-by-color/designer-favorites/candice-olson-s-colors/cndShopByColor-cCandice_Olson-cCandice_Olson_Colors-p1.html...

03/04/2012

Are you stuck trying to decide on a color for a room in your home? Pick up a magazine and take a look at the ads. Of course, read the articles, too, but look at the ads. What color(s) do they use? What's the proportion of wall color balanced with a pillow or a rug. What color are they using as the "pop of color" in an accessory. These people get paid a lot of money to create just the right look; learn from them. They're good! Of course you can always call us, too, and we'll help you out!