Behind the Seams: April 2024

Spring is in the air, and that brings to mind a lot of happy themes in my head—refresh, recolor, spring clean, putting away winter clothes, and summer around the corner. I am always happiest outside,...

Bimini Behind The Scenes

We spent the last few days in Florida on a photoshoot for our new performance fabric, Bimini (coming soon!). When designing the print, I knew the photoshoot had to be in Florida. The tropical houses,...

Maine Guide

A few of my favorite places in Maine. Hi everyone! I'm still in Florida, where the sun shines and the days feel like summer. I can't help but daydream of summer days in Maine at...

Litchfield Guide

A few of my favorite places in Litchfield. I’m heading back to Connecticut in a few weeks, where the farm stands are starting to open up, and our outdoor patio will be used again (...

Behind the Seams: March 2024

My Palm Beach Favorites To quote the late great Jimmy Buffet, "If there's a heaven for me, I'm sure it has a beach attached" and I am confident he is on one now. We hit the...

Palm Beach Guide

A few of my favorite places in Palm Beach. Hi everyone! I’m in Florida for the next few months, working on new textiles, gathering some warm-weather inspiration and meeting with designers. I've picked ( a...

Behind the Seams: February 2024

In this month's "Behind the Seams" column, Sister Parish Design CEO Susan Crater shares her mother Apple Bartlett's favorite items, textiles, and words of wisdom.

London Guide

A few of my favorite places across the pond. Hi everyone! I’m back from my trip to London and have so much to share. My mom, Susan, and I took the quick trip across the...

Behind the Seams | January 2024

Staying Warm A tropical trip is necessary with snow on the ground in most of Connecticut. I went down to the Dominican Republic for a family trip after the holidays, where we relaxed, swam, and...