I’ve never thought of myself as someone who is a decorating trend setter. Until now.

“Really, Claudia?” you say.

Yes, really. Let me state my case in a simple, forthright manner.

A few months ago, I purchased this chair for the dollhouse. If you doubt my words, read this post.

A comfy, ‘Christmas in Connecticut’, all-around beautiful chair. Predominantly in blue and white.

Yesterday, I opened the current issue of Country Living to find this:

Now, I hesitate to say that Country Living is following my blog and emulating my every decorating move, but…..you’ve seen the photos. The evidence is right in front of your eyes. They didn’t credit me, but I’m a magnanimous person. I’ll take the high road. If I’ve inspired them in any way, I’m happy. They took the safe route, of course, with blue and white, while I was a tad more daring with the addition of a dash of lavender.

They’re still learning.