The History of Mother’s Day Mother’s Day is the holiday which honors moms throughout the world, with Mother’s Day in the USA falling on Sunday, May 13th in 2018. The American version became an official U.S. holiday in 1914 and...

New season, new you! Spring is here at last! Here at Couleur Nature, we love all of the seasons and the changes they bring - from the snow during wintertime, to the burnt oranges and browns of leaves in fall,...

Love, by its very nature, is difficult to define. Philosophers and psychologists through the ages have tried to quantify what it is and what it means to us. But when all’s said and done, love can be whatever you want...

 A huge part of the French lifestyle is appreciating wonderful food and drink with friends and family. A classic element of this is enjoying the wide variety of French cheeses available. The Couleur Nature French cheese guide explains the different...

When you invite guests over for a meal, your priority is ensuring the food and drink is perfect - but it’s also equally important to get the setting just right. Our article about setting a casual table makes it simple...

With Christmas fast approaching, it’s the time of year when everybody is either considering the gifts they’ll be buying for their loved ones, or thinking about what they might like for themselves...indeed, possibly both!This week we’re taking a look at...

Every Thanksgiving celebration is centered around a fabulous feast and enjoying special time with family and friends. As important as the company and the food is the setting, starting with the Thanksgiving table. What better way to set the scene...

The main event of any Christmas day is the dinner, and Christmas table settings are an essential element of a family meal on the big day. There are lots of elements to consider when creating the perfect setting, from candles,...

Whether you’re having guests over to visit for a casual lunch or dinner, or you just feel like adding a touch of style to your dining room or kitchen, it’s quick and easy to add table decorations effectively with a...

The continued popularity of the coastal look has led to a rise in the availability of accessories and furniture in the style. These, alongside light blues, nautical accents, and driftwoods that have been aged (either stained or painted) in a...

Croissants are everywhere. In every coffee shop. In packs of 4, or 8 from the supermarket. Everyone has had one. But here at Couleur Nature, we can tell you that you haven’t really had a traditional French croissant - not...

Here at Couleur Nature, we love browsing through interiors blogs and instagram to get inspiration for our own dining rooms and to find delicious french recipes to try out in the kitchen. We’ve put together a list of our favourite...

Fall in love with our French-Themed Valentine's Day Looking for a unique way to celebrate the most romantic of holidays? Paris, the City of Love, provides the perfect inspiration. Add a little French flair and enjoy love in the air...

Christmas is upon us and ‘tis the season for decadence! France is a country known for romance, pastries and ideal luxury. During the holidays, the French spare no effort when it comes to their Noël festivities. A traditional French dessert,...

With the holidays quickly approaching, you may be interested in replacing your everyday linens for more festive designs, or you may just be looking to refresh your dining room with a new tablecloth for casual, everyday dining. Whatever your motivation,...

Couleur Nature 71-inches by 128-inches Pansy Tablecloth, Red/GreyBy Lisa B. on November 5, 2013  |  Size: 59-Inch x 86-Inch Was looking for a french looking table cloth for my oval table and this does the trick. Hides minor spots and...

Couleur Nature Sunflower Tablecloth, 59-inches by 86-inches, Yellow/Green By Smurphette on August 22, 2016  |  Size: 59-Inch x 86-Inch I got this for my summer tablecloth. I was a little worried that the color would be too strong, but it doesn't look...

 Julia Child said it best, “A party without cake is really just a meeting.” Well Julia, that’s easy for you to say. For the rest of us inept bakers, turning mere ingredients into an edible and photo-worthy creation is nothing...

Who doesn’t love America? Well, probably some people but that’s a topic for a different author. What’s not to love? When I think of America, I typically think of the following: baseball, apple pie, celebrations of all kinds… and that...

The holiday season is filled with dinner parties and holiday soireés.  Deciding what to gift the host with most is a tough feat.  Forget the wine bottle and show your appreciation with these gift ideas that will have the host feeling like the guest of honor. A decorative votive adds ambiance to any dinner party. $12.50. These unique […]

 

Show the special women in your life you care this holiday season with a gift she’s sure to love. From linen tea towels for the homemaker to cheese boards for the entertainer, we have gift ideas for all of the ladies on your list!   She’ll love baking holiday treats in this festive apron. $54. […]

 

 

  Perhaps one of the most essential pieces of the dining table is the napkin. Both practical and decorative, napkins tie all of the elements of the table together. From intricately detailed prints to more contemporary solids, our wide array of linen napkins are sure to complement both modern and classic table spreads. Check out some of […]

 

 

 

  With September in full swing, it’s just about time to put away your summer decor and prepare for one of the most colorful seasons of the year! Just in time for autumn we’re bringing back a customer favorite, the...

 

 

 

Tea towels date back to early 19th century England when women used the linen for its soft fibers as a tool for drying their expensive china and serving ware without causing scratches or damage. The tea towel served many purposes on the...

Did you know that, in addition to their beautiful looks, the designs of some of our table linens also feature symbolism? A symbol is an object that represents an entity, action, belief, or idea.    For instance, there’s our Poppies...