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Pearls are one of the most precious natural materials. And the mother-of-pearl lining of oyster shells is coveted for making inlaid decorative things. But instead of tumbling around in an oyster for years to get a pearl look, you can ...

Light brings atmosphere and ambiance, depending on how you use it, whether you blast it or dim it or color it. Adding patterns can make the shadows dance. Lighting can set a mood. Most lampshades, though, are plain white or ...

Moroccan style has been hot, hot, hot in home decor for some time now, and Moroccan poufs are especially trendy. They fit the “bohemian chic” style that’s popular right now, and they are SO versatile! They’re great for a footrest ...

Do you have a flair for the exotic, a hunger for creative inspiration and application, and a yearning to discover a uniquely different culture while learning something new about your art and about yourself? Then this Marrakech Exclusive! 8-day Paint & ...

Marrakech Painting Adventure May 2-14, 2014 Join Melanie Royals for our 6th magical Peacock Painting Retreat to Marrakech, Moroccan Dreams, May 2-13, 2014. Past painting retreats have had us creating amazing ceiling treatments, one-of-a-kind murals, patterned patchwork concrete, stunning stenciled stair ...

Invite the exotic land of Marrakesh and its alluring patterns of Morocco into your home with Royal Design Studio’s Chez Ali Moroccan Stencil! This is just one from our amazing Moroccan stencil collection designed by our very own, Melanie Royals. ...

Royal Design Studio recently ran their Royal Stencils LOVE Photo Contest and received many incredible stenciled project submissions of walls, furniture, ceilings, staircases and more! Stencils are a gorgeous way to transform residences and both commercial and hospitality locations – ...

Maryam Montague and Moroccan Intricate Zelij stenciled door on the cover of the new Lonny Magazine. Hand stenciled indigo floors in the dining tent by Melanie Royals of Southern California’s Royal Design Studio, provide a sophisticated platform for entertaining. Lonny shows off a perfect table ...

Have you ever dreamed of traveling to an exotic country filled with exquisite architecture, colorful patterns, and mouthwatering cuisine? A country where the warmth of the people matches the warmth of the climate. Perhaps you’ve longed for an adventure to ...

Our Moroccan decorating and book signing event for the new book by Maryam Montague, Marrakesh by Design, was a magical day! Maryam, of My Marrakesh blog, wove a spellbinding tale of love, travel, style, and adventures in Moroccan design that was inspiring, insightful,and oh, so entertaining. ...