Looking for the perfect Christmas gift for your design buff buddy?  Once Upon a Pillow features a stunning collection of pillows and accessories designed by Rebecca Vizard.  Celebrated for her innovative use of rare antique textiles − from the embroidered metallic threads of ecclesiastical vestments to Venetian Fortuny draperies and Central Asian suzanis − her designs present a perfect balance of art and material culture.  Early in her career, while working on interior design projects from New York to New Orleans, Rebecca noticed a void in the pillow market. Discovering a niche for antique textiles, she focused on designing one of a kind pillows for clients, and in the process employed many local seamstresses.  Soon, pillows sold to Neiman Marcus, exclusive boutiques, and began to grace the covers of national publications, including: House Beautiful, Veranda, Elle Decor, Traditional Home, and Architectural Digest.

A favorite of designers and tastemakers, Vizard’s pillows and accessories adorn the most stylish homes.  In addition to photos of Ms.Vizard’s residence, the book features a range of her signature styles, including: embroidery, applique, tapestry, needlepoint, Fortuny, damask and brocade, suzani and ethnic pillows.  A selection of accessories from lighting, gifts and dog wear in Fortuny fabric is also highlighted, as well as an annotated textile glossary.

To order Once Upon A Pillow: A Story of Home, Design, and Exquisite Textiles, By Rebecca Vizard, click HERE; $75