Trendspotting: Terrazzo

If you follow interior design trends, then you already know that terrazzo has been making a major comeback over the last couple of years. For those of you not familiar with this material, terrazzo is a composite material of stone fragments (usually marble, quartz, granite) set into cement and polished to give it a smooth surface. Terrazzo originated in 16th-century Italy as a way to reuse stone offcuts, became popular again during the midcentury design era, and is now enjoying another resurgence today! The pattern made from all the little stone fragments kind of looks like oversized abstract confetti – and I like it! It’s fun and whimsical, but also sophisticated and European all at the same time. I figured it was past time for a terrazzo-inspired stationery round up!

Trendspotting: Terrazzo

 

1. Terrazzo sample via Elle Décor UK

2. Rainbow paper party plate by Knot and Bow

3. Pink terrazzo notebook by Poketo

4. The Social Type uses terrazzo-inspired envelopes throughout their snarky new card line, Anti

5. Lots of cute terrazzo-inspired goodies in this collection from Talking Out Of Turn, including this key ring pouch, this tote bag, and these glassess (!!). 

6. Terrazzo-inspired tray by Micush

7. Boss Dotty uses several terrazzo-inspired background designs in her cards. This one is a favorite.

8. Terrazzo wrapping paper by Poketo

9. Lots of fun terrazzo-inspired patterns from And Here We Are, including this letterpress printed card and gift wrap!