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Why The Future of Interiors is Online

The future of design is online. Skeptical? Read more to find out why we whole-heartedly believe it.

The Magic of Spring Color

Jenny's color inspiration board for March explores the color palette of early spring.

Design Decisions, Clarified: The Insight Call

Learn more about our new Designer's Insight Call- a secret weapon to keep your design projects on track and moving forward with confidence.

The Magic of Signature Colors In Interior Design

Color can be the foundation for a home that reflects your individual style and tells your story. Check out Jenny's tips for finding your signature colors and using them in your home.

Virtual Interior Design Services: Made For You

Jenny Bova Design is getting ready to launch virtual interior design services. Help us shape our offer and have a chance to win a complementary virtual room design.

Launching Soon: Interior Design Services

We're launching interior design services soon! Read more and take the survey for a chance to be selected for a complimentary room design.

The Art of Space & Story: A Blog Series

Introducing a series of blog posts on the art of expressing your individual story in your home.

Muted Loveliness: An Autumn Color Palette

Muted Loveliness: A palette for the sweet in-between that is October.

Benjamin Moore's 2025 Color of the Year: Cinnamon Slate

Jenny shares her thoughts on Benjamin Moore's 2025 Color of the Year. Check out Cinnamon Slate.

Welcoming Autumn: September Color Inspriation

Bring on the color! Check out Jenny's September color inspiration and sign up to receive our emails.

The 2025 Desk Calendar: Now in the Shop!

We are back for an 8th year! Check out the details of our 2025 Desk Calendar and stock up before they are gone!

August Color Inspiration: The Dog Days of Summer

Check out the Dog Days of Summer color inspiration. This post has golden retriever written all over it!

Why Failure Should Always Be an Option

Avoiding failure and why it isn't the best option. In this post, Jenny talks about failure as a means to growth.

Selling Patterns Online: The Update

A follow up edition to Jenny's popular blog post about selling patterns online. This breaks down the situation in 2024.

July Inspiration: Summer Nights

Color & pattern inspiration for July is inspired by the moment just after the sun sets but the sky is still glowing.

The Colors of Summer: June

This is one of our most popular color palettes yet, and it's all about summer. See it here.

In The Garden: Living Patterns

A walk through the garden with Jenny, and a quick look at the floral and garden themed prints designed for products.

The Colors of May

Check out the May Inspiration. Spring is here and we are reflecting the colors of the garden.

Jenny Bova Designs for Boston International

Jenny's Embellished Garden Collection is now available on paper napkins and guest towels through Boston International.

How Style Icons Wore Prints

A closer look at how our favorite fashion icons wore prints to convey so much without saying a word.

color inspiration board with color blocks, images of colorful pumpkins, leaves, and a repeat geometric pattern by jenny bova square format

November Color Inspiration

Autumn but not quite winter: see the color inspiration for the month of November.

Red and white patterned gift wrap under wreath patterned gift wrap with scissors and red twine

Last Minute Shopping: Holiday Shipping Information

Still shopping? If you want to make sure you get your gifts in time, check this post for our holiday shipping deadlines. Happy Shopping!

Grateful: It's The Little Things

It's obvious to be grateful for the big things in life, but what about the small daily joys? Jenny notes the simple things that made her happy this week before Thanksgiving.

3 Perfect Gifts

A deep dive into our favorite, most giftable items for 2023.

September Pattern & Color Inspiration

September 2023 Pattern & Color Inspiration

On My Bookshelf: Fashion Inspiration

On Jenny's bookshelf: The Little Guides to Style, a great mini format fashion series.

August Inspiration & Color

Pink and peach win the day in this soft summer inspiration & color board.

Why I Create: Making the Connection

Jenny looks back on a pivotal moment in her art and design journey. One small moment that has been a guiding force. Note: Thumbnail art is © Richard Diebenkorn.

A collage of images featuring purples and yellows. One image is a tie-dye style textile design by Jenny Bova. Other images are florals in various shades of purple with yellow backgrounds

A Stunning July Palette

Check out Jenny's July color inspiration. Complimentary colors that sing together: yellow and purple! Two of mother nature's favorites.

Lotus wallpaper by Galbraith & Paul; Design by Grant K Gibson

Four Classic Interior Textiles

Jenny shares four classic interior textiles by icons in the design industry.

A Peek Inside: Designing for Moments

Jenny shares a few curated, small moments of joy designed throughout her home.

Summer Solstice Color Palette

Bright, happy, & refreshing colors for summer.

Sneak Peek: My Latest Pattern Designs

See Jenny's latest repeat patterns for for home, stationery, and paper products.

Honoring The Things That Make You Happy

Prompted by a Rick Rubin quote, Jenny talks about honoring the things that make you happy and why it's so important.

The Studio Series: All About Design

Jenny shares part of the design process and a few finish selections for the new in-law suite/ studio.

New Art Print Added: Sage Green Watercolor Floral

Is green your go-to color? Check out our newest art print now in the shop.

March Color Inspiration: My Faves

Jenny's color inspiration for March is a tried and true favorite palette. Blue, green, and sandy white are a reflection of Jenny's Cape Cod roots.

Artificial Intelligence in Art & Design

With the growing popularity of artificial intelligence, Jenny talks about the human touch and physicality of a real work of art, and why that will always have value in our society.

February Inspiration & Color

See Jenny's February 2023 Inspiration Board. If you like cheerful flowers, you're going to love it!

The Studio Series: Part 2

The second in my series of posts about our in-law suite/ studio. We are making progress!

Aquario Textile Designer: 2023 Updated Review

An updated review of Aquario Textile Designer for 2023.

January Color Story

See Jenny's January 2023 color palette and mood board for a gorgeous red color story.

watercolor floral artwork with thread, fabric, and art supplies on a blue and white background

Art Licensing for Businesses: Your Top 9 Questions Answered

Want to know the basics of licensing art for your products? We've answered your top 9 questions here.

Annual Review: 2022 Wins & Challenges

Jenny gives a quick review of the highlights and challenges faced in 2022.

December Mood Board & Inspiration

Check out Jenny's December inspiration board and color selections.

The Studio Series: A Little Background

A little background on our backyard in-law suite and art studio that was just an idea a few years ago.

image of painted papers in pinks, reds, and blues overlapping on a flat surface

What's On My Desk

Works in progress: A quick look at the artwork on my desk so far this month.

Ode to a Creative Life

When a true creative spirit crosses your path it can change your life. I met the Harrington Family in the 1970's. Read about how Andrea's creativity influenced me at a young age.

Among Good Company

Jenny was recently included in Makeist's 2023 Artist's Calendar Roundup and in the Bates College 2022 Online Gift Guide.

Cool November: Unexpected Color Palette

A November color palette that doesn't even touch red or yellow! Jenny's mood board this month is channeling a laid-back autumn Sunday.

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