The 19th Annual Design Inspiration Fundraiser

2012 marks the 19th year for Design Inspirations, a joint fundraiser of the Fort Worth Kappa and Pi Phi alumnae groups. The event benefits Gill Children’s services and Communities in Schools of Fort Worth.

The event itself features over 50 elegantly designed tables, creatively designed by local designers and individuals. Seeing the tables and the amazing character of each one will inspire you to do more with your own beautiful things at home! Guests may view the tables at the Preview/Cocktail Party on Wednesday, February 29th or while enjoying a presentation from our guest speaker and lunch on Thursday, March 1st.

We are happy to announce this year’s speaker, Kathryn Ireland (www.kathrynireland.com). Kathryn M. Ireland was raised in London and Scotland. Named one of ELLE DÉCOR’s top 25 designers of the year, selected by House Beautiful as one of the top 100 designers in the United States, and touted by House and Gardens as one of ten designers to look out for in the millennium, Ireland’s design sensibility has allowed her to create comfortable homes for Hollywood A-listers, English aristocracy, and neighbors next door. She launched her own fabric line in 1997, which is now distributed worldwide. Ireland has appeared on A&E’s House Beautiful, PBS’s Find, Style Network’s Shabby Chic, and Food Network’s Barefoot Contessa, as well as participating in the UK’s ITV show Design Wars. Most recently, she starred in Bravo’s hit series, Million Dollar Decorators. Her design projects have been featured in Vogue Living, Elle Décor, House and Garden, House Beautiful, Veranda, W, and Traditional Home. She has a new wonderful book, Summer in France, just released in 2011.

Be the FIRST to View All of the Beautifully Designed Tables at the Preview Party
Featuring Dinner, Cocktails and Entertainment! Join us for a SNEAK PEEK of all the fabulous tables decorated by our best local designers and supporting businesses. At the Preview Party, you will be among the FIRST to catch a glimpse of the inspiring, creative, beautiful tables while enjoying a scrumptious dinner and open bar. Come be inspired and entertained with fun music and plenty of time to chat with friends and the designers themselves! Wednesday, February 29th, 7-9pm at Ridglea Country Club.

For ticket information email us at info@designinspirationsfw.com.