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xmas: folk affairs 6 December, 2010
Another inspirational board for your holiday decoration needs. I absolutely LOVE the simple folk theme as it shows that great design is not necessarily the expensive one. It wakes up the craftiness in me, how fun would it be to actually have a pre-Christmas ornament making party with all of the friends.
Felt has been transforming the design world for quite a while now and my heart just melts when I see the cute little felt ornaments. Etsy is a great resource for those. Lots of woods and aged bronze give a real warmth and soul, while knits make you want to snuggle and cuddle (can’t get over the simple greatness of scarf wreath!).
Would you go for the simple Christmas? or does your heart crave the lavishness?
1. Scalloped Trees – $39-$79; 2. Millinocket Moose Ornament – $16; 3. Felt Wreath; 4. flora coaster tags pk 5 – $9.50; 5. Keepsake Bird Ornament; 6. Rattan Stars – $29-$39; 7. Rustic Bell Ornaments Set of 6 – $9.36; 8. Recycled Paper Garland – $28; 9. Mercury Animal Ornaments – $6.99-$9; 10. DIY Scarf Wreat; 11. Music Sheet Votive Holders – $36; 12. Natural Cocktail Napkins with White Monogram – $18; 13. Ceramic Imari Bowls – $59.
gift wrapping ideas – part 1 4 December, 2010
Driving by the shopping center in jealousy today, I know that all of you, wise plan-ahead people, are doing your holiday shopping these weekend (i’ve never seen that parking looked SO packed). So I’ve decided to bring some gift wrapping ideas for your full satisfaction.
There are a few ideas that particularly speak to my heart.
1. Newspaper/Music Notepaper Wraps are my all time favorites. So casual, these are budget-friendly solutions and look so lovely with creative trimmings.
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2. Brown Bag Paper is another great last-minute idea. It is such a great back drop for an ornament, botanicals or practically anything cutesies you might fancy.
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3. Candies. You cannot go wrong with them!
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tissue paper is SO last year, drown my gift in candies!
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dreaming of a white christmas 3 December, 2010
That’s it, I can’t wait any more so I’m opening the season of Christmas/New Year’s decoration posts. Yay! Oh, this is my favorite time of all since you don’t need an excuse to go all out in home decor. So I’ve prepared a series of posts on different decoration styles.
I decided to start with the white icy feel. It’s easy to make it look too cold and austere with all of the glass and glitter. The key is to play it off with fabrics: my to-go choices area white knits and crochet (i love the combination of beaded and crochet pillows below). Another way to mix up the white cleanliness is to layer it up with vintage. For the mood board below I used vintage mirrored glass ornaments and white wash vintage china, which brings a nostalgic and warm ambiance.
So what are you thoughts on the white-on-white decor? Would you go for it?
1. Silver Antiqued Glass Ornaments – set of 4 – $27; 2. Winter Berry Branch Wreath – $64.95; 3. Crystal Beaded 16″ Pillow – $49.95; 4. Chrysanthemum Pillow 18″ – White – $49.95; 5. Sequin Animals – set of 3 – $14.99; 6. Optic Finial Clear Ornaments Set of Four – set of 4 – $15.80; 7. Down The Rabbit Hole Centerpiece – $798.
first of december 1 December, 2010
Happy winter people! It’s only the first of December but I’ve already burning to hit the slopes, especially being amidst of planning our annual New Years get-away. What stated as a harmless 3-day trip to Park City, Utah a few years ago has grown into a real addiction now. Right about this time of year my eyes start hating palm trees and my heart craves winter wonderland. So when I finally got to flip through the latest Elle Decor, I squeaked with jealousy. The cover story – the Turners’ winter retreat is THAT perfect that it makes it so hard to just be happy for the owners and enjoy.
Seriously, just look at it! Filled with rustic wood elements it is still so airy and bright. I totally see myself cuddling by the fireplace with tons of leather-bounded classics from that gorgeous library.
I love the perfect balance of contemporary with traditional qualities.
I need this wood chandelier (plus the one above dining table) for my dream winter chateau so if you see th m – let me know.
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rob wynne glass art 30 November, 2010
I stumbled upon Rob Wynne glass art installations and was immediately blown away. Besides the incredible sense of humor, it possesses such a captivating dimensionality and makes you stop and stare. “Teardrops” stole my heart.
My another favorite is poured and mirrored glass text. My designer juices are boiling with ideas for its application.
<images via www.robwynne.net, also here and here>