let's start with a metaphor, shall we?: THE THOMAS PAUL AFFAIR

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July 23, 2009

THE THOMAS PAUL AFFAIR

The first time I ever saw anything Thomas Paul was at market. I was at a trade show shopping for my boutique when I spied the most striking pillows from about 30 paces. I sliced my way through the crowd to get a better look. Upon closer inspection I decided they were absolutely exquisite. I wanted to buy them all, and ended up placing a rather sizable order because I couldn't make up my mind! I decided that if they didn't sell, I'd just have to bring them all home.

Shopkeeper's prerogative.

Back in those days, it was just pillows. But eventually Thomas Paul would lend his chic graphic designs to stationary, rugs, melamine dinnerware, lighting, and upholstery fabric.

I never tire of my pillows, though I did send many of them along to happy homes. Still, year after year my Thomas Paul affair continues... I always look forward to seeing what beautiful creations and scrumptious color combinations he's going come up with!