As the air begins to chill and the sun sets earlier, we all feel a slight internal pull to beginpreparing for winter. Like our hibernating animal friends, we view autumn as a time for harvesting, gathering and nesting. Though the colors outside are beautiful, autumn brings harsher weather and thus much more time is spent indoors. We can help you avoid cabin fever this season by highlighting three current trends sure to make your home a little cozier this season. Harvest Wreaths – Contrary to popular belief, wreaths aren’t just for the holidays – nor should they be confined to the outside of your home. Displayed in various places throughout the inside of your home, wreaths bring the rustic, natural feel of fall inside. Construct a wreath out of collected twigs, fabric flowers and sticks of cinnamon for a fragrant and spicy surprise. Hang above fireplaces, doorways or anywhere in your home where a touch of décor is needed. Leaves – Nothing says “Autumn is here” quite like a gathering of brightly colored leaves. Real or synthetic, leaves can be added to candle holders, vases or arranged in a dish of potpourri. Frame leaves in shadow boxes for an especially unique touch. Mountain Chic – For some reason, fall makes us think of gathering around a bonfire out in nature, cuddling up next to a wood burning stove inside a rural cabin or waking up to view of bright red and orange trees framing a misty sunrise over the peaks. Lately, we’ve also seen a revival of rustic vintage-inspired home décor, so grabbing on to the mountain chic trend has never been easier. Ideas are everywhere! Even if you’re far from the foothills, it’s easy to give your home a mountain home vibe with a few natural elements. Consider reclaimed wood furniture, burlap table runners and wrought iron accents for a classy mountain-esque look. It’s always great to spice things up with old fashioned flair.
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One of the happiest times of the holidays is sitting down at the dining room table to gather friends, and family to enjoy a delicious meal. Whether you have a large gathering or a more intimate gathering of just a few people, creating a Christmas tablescape for you table will bring a joyous feel to your dinner party. A tablescape is more than a centerpiece, in that it sets the scene and uses the entire landscape of the table to convey a theme. From you dinnerware and flatware to your decorative elements, here are Christmas tablescape ideas that your holiday guests will love. Find inspiration around your home: The beautiful attraction of tablescapes is the ability to transform a bare table into a scene like no other. Depending on your interior style will help you draw inspiration from your holiday colors in your table linen, adjacent Christmas tree, or you may want to make your tablescape set the scene for the rest of the room. Choose a winter wonderland scene complete with faux sparkling snow as cotton and miniature trees and woodland animals. If you prefer a more elegant scene consider crystal and reflective Christmas decorations to set the scene for your dinnerware and glasses. Set your dinner table with beautiful details: Whether you eat at your dinner table, or it’s a formal dining room that is only used occasionally, consider what colors will bring your tablescape alive. Choose a winter palette of color such as red and green, silver and gold, winter white and brown, choose colors that evoke a feeling of grandeur and lets your dining room table come alive. Decide if you want a single focal point such as a tall centerpiece or if you’d like your tablescape to stretch the length of your table. Then use colorful dinner plates, chargers, and separate place seating and decorative elements to bring color to each guests seat. Borrow inspiration from the Christmas tree: The most decorative element in your holiday home is most likely your tree, so borrow inspiration from it for your table. Ornaments, tree toppers, garland, and wrapped gifts can create a wonderful tablescape at the dinner table. Table runners, table linen and fabric napkins are the ideal way to carry the color scheme throughout the entire table. For a more rustic approach, leave off the formal table linen and use just the bare table top to create your scene. Add metallic decorations with branches, twigs, and lighted Christmas ornaments in vases to complete the scene in the center of the table. Try layering rectangular faux gifts wrapped with a large ribbon to make the perfect tablescape centerpiece! Your Christmas tablescape will be the focal point of your holiday dining room table. Use these ideas to create a memorable landscape on just one table, or mimic the same idea on smaller coffee tables, entry foyer tables or even on night tables and sideboards. The beauty of tablescapes is the ability to be used throughout your holiday home.
Christmas time is here! That’s right–perhaps you spotted your neighbors hanging their Christmas lights outside this weekend. But what about your indoor decor? Holiday decorations don’t exist in a vacuum. In other words, think of today’s most popular interior design trends, from the handmade look to the neon glow. This year’s Christmas decor reflects these larger design trends, enthusiastically harnessing them, but with a unique holiday twist. Today we spotlight 7 of the top holiday decorating trends, all of which are reflected in popular design outlets, from the top retail stores to Etsy and the DIY blogs. Let’s start with the obvious–if it looks crafty and indie chic, chances are you can find it for sale. Or make it yourself! Yes, many of today’s leading retail chains are taking inspiration from handmade crafts, even going as far as to collaborate with artisans. But don’t think that all of today’s featured finds have a handmade vibe. There’s plenty of shiny polish and neon glare to go around. Happy decorating! 1. Crafty GarlandsIf you’re looking to add some colorful trim, try creating your own garland! For example, the rectangular pennant flags below were featured on Tried & True, showcased for their use at a one-year-old’s birthday party. As you’ll see later in this post, felt is one of this season’s most popular Christmas decoration materials. Purchase or create your own felt ball garland for a splash of color. You can buy the felt balls or make them yourself. To create the garland below, check out a full tutorial at My Sparkle. 2. Neon DecorYou didn’t think we’d feature today’s top holiday trends without visiting the world of neon decor, did you?! The vibrant neon shabby doilies below come from Etsy shop Tutika. We love their lacy, snowflake effect, and the way they are stiffened by color and glue for durability and style. Even a simple collection of glass ornaments can get a neon makeover with the help of some fluorescent glitter. The set of 12 neon Christmas ornaments below comes from from Etsy shopSublime Conception Design. These 3-inch glass creations highlight the true meaning of neon Christmas style! If you really want to go all out, purchase a neon tree. For a look that channels both the present and the past, choose a color such as neon pink, which evokes a retro vibe. Worried that the color will be a bit too much? Never fear–the tree in the next image is only 2 feet tall! [fromPaperchase] 3. Geo StyleIf it’s geometrically cut like a gemstone, then it’s hot and trendy in today’s world of indie desgin! Yes, one of this season’s most unique looks involves “geo style,” and we’re crazy about the resulting crystalline forms! The DIY paper ornaments below come from Etsy shop littlenestbox. Assemble them yourself, then hang them with pride. Are these precious minerals or store-bought ornaments?! Good news: you can find them at West Elm. The ConfettiSystem Geo Glass Ornaments in the next image are available in four truly interesting shades. Note how sparkle glitter outlines add extra shine. In fact, these geo ornaments are perfect for hanging on tree branches, especially when combined with other indie-style ornaments and tribal trim. Geometric style at its holiday finest! [from West Elm] 4. Wooden AccentsIf you’re looking for a more natural look, you’ll be delighted to know that wooden accents are “in” this season! Below we see an assortment of of wooden trees from West Elm, including Wooden Cutout Trees made of plywood. For a wonderfully whimsical look, check out the Wooden Wall Tree in the next image, which adds an artistic element to your holiday decor. Hang ornaments while freeing up floor space! [fromWest Elm] Laser-Cut Trees add intricacy and artistry, and below we see how they also blend seamlessly with metallic decor, including soft champagne shades that are close in hue to natural wooden finishes. [from Crate & Barrel] 5. Metallic ShineSpeaking of metallics, they never go out of style! Which is why we’re not surprised they are once again leading the pack when it comes to timeless Christmas decorations. Below we see a Pine Wreath in champagne, complete with a glittering finish. [from Z Gallerie] Silvery tones are the epitome of elegance, and this season boasts a slew of them, showcased on mercury glass decorations or these Glass Trees from Anthropologie. We think they look especially festive in a group! Try blending silver and gold for some true two-tone fun. Or buy an item that merges these metallics in one vignette, such as the Flurry Pillow, complete with an ornamental snowflake that complements both modern and traditional decor. [from Crate & Barrel] 6. Creature ComfortsCreatures, creatures everywhere! Many holiday decorations evoke the whimsy of winter animals in all of their frolicking glory. The Bottle Brush Ornaments below are made from natural fibers. Sturdy and cute! [from West Elm] Do not forget about man-made alternatives to wall-mounted deer and moose heads. A glamorous winter lodge effect can be created by the white lacquer animal heads featured in the next image. [from Z Gallerie] New creations from Jonathan Adler also showcase creature feature fun, as shown by the glass menagerie fox featured on the cover of the Jonathan Adler holiday catalog. Scarf not included : – ) 7. Felt FindsSoft and cushy, felt creations are all the rage this season. They add a crafty, handmade look to holiday decor, and their durability makes them kid-friendly and easy to store. Below we see the Felt Snowflake Ornament Set from West Elm. You may not immediately think “mushroom” when you hear the word “Christmas,” but mushroom motifs of the magical woodland variety are becoming increasingly popular as holiday statements. These 100% felted mushroom ornaments from Etsy shop Fairyfolk add a festive red and white woodland effect to a simple branch. Plus, they arrive in a handy set of 6! We end with a few more cute creature finds, this time crafted of felt and handmade by artisans. Perfect for kids and adults alike! [from West Elm]
While we all love to deck the halls of our holiday home on the interiors, don’t forget to spread festive cheer to the exterior of your home too. Depending on how much you love to decorate, the sky is the limit to adding lights, greenery, color and more festive decor to your outdoor home. Whether you like to entertain outdoors, or you like to make your outdoor home feel welcome, here are ideas to brighten up any boring exterior home for the holidays. Bring out your home’s natural surroundings: Every home has unique surroundings that make it beautiful and festive. Depending on the landscaping, views, and climate can dictate what type of holiday ornamentation to add. Homes that have evergreen trees and green foliage may benefit from evergreen garland, wreaths and greenery gathered with ribbons and lights along your fences, doors, and windows. Swag garland hung around your front door, and along railings and front entry stair banisters can unite your natural surroundings and bring out holiday traditions that date back generations of family decorating their exterior homes. Light your home in accordance of your neighborhood:While we all love to decorate our outdoor home as we see fit, there is a difference between standing out for pleasant aesthetics and not! Add lights that will enhance the architecture of your home and not detract from it. Landscape lighting and up lighting on architectural features such as roof eaves, and columns can show off decorations beautifully. Remember, outdoor decor should be admired in the day and the evening hours. Consider using LED outdoor string lights to conserve electricity and still bring brightness to your exterior features. Set the scene for outdoor dining:Depending on your climate the holidays are the perfect time to entertain friends, family and guests in your outdoor home. Whether sitting around an outdoor fireplace decorated with festive red or white poinsettias or decorating your outdoor dining table with colorful candles, table linen and winter colors can be beautiful. Look to your immediate surroundings for natural decor to add to the centerpiece for a natural touch.
Organic winter fruits such as cranberries and pomegranates look like a holiday focal point amongst pine cones, and candles in hurricane vases. Be original and use textiles from your indoor home to liven up any patio or outdoor dining area. At night bring out lanterns, string lights around trees and invest in outdoor space heaters or fire pits to keep the holiday gathering lingering into the night. Holiday entertaining and outdoor decorating is perfect this time of year! There is something about the cooler weather and the slight chill in the air that makes you want to entertain. The cozy appeal of enjoying your friends and family while you prepare warm autumn inspired dishes is what fall is all about. Your fall dining room table should reflect your home’s changing of season too. The bright summer palette of colors gets put away and the rich tones of autumn leaves, and fresh harvest vegetables come out for a show at our dinner table. If you are trying to create a festive dining room table for your autumn get-together, here are a few ideas to try. Get inspired by nature:From dinnerware with clever motifs to beautiful organic materials, the dinner table is the place to unite these inspirational elements in coordinated fashion. Create a centerpiece that your guests are sure to want to eat! From fresh apples, oranges, nuts, and festive candies in orange, brown, and gold colors to displaying colorful gourds in unexpected greens, whites, and traditional orange, your dinner table is sure to be the talk of the evening. Create an eye-catching buffet table:When entertaining this fall, remember the dining room table isn’t the only place to display beautiful decorations. The buffet table or sideboards are the perfect places to go for pizazz and gusto! For an eye-catching display use hurricane vases, tall decorative vases or even baskets to display long loaves of bread, tall branches or branches from your changing foliage trees in your yard. Remember it doesn’t have to be formal. Fall is all about bringing nature indoors and celebrating the changing seasons with your friends and family. Personalize their seating experience:Create an evening to remember with seasonal place setting ideas that everyone will love. Take dried leaves and decorate each with your guests name with gold metallic pen. If you are having a large gathering with numerous tables, you can also list their table number on each leaf. Use smaller leaves for children, and use bare leaves to carry out the theme scattered around the dinner table. There is nothing better than your guests feeling like you remembered every little detail! Is it time for dessert?When you think of dessert at a fall gathering you probably are only thinking about what to serve, but don’t forget about creating a fall themed table that draws in your guests. Dark browns, chocolate inspired colors married with beige, and natural colors are a great backdrop for your yummy desserts. Decorate with a burlap fabric tablecloth and layer with napkins and dessert plates that compliment your delicious treats!
From professional designers to amateur collectors, thousands gather to review upcoming lines and prepare for the trends sure to hit the stores later that year. While reviewing the latest threads this year, we noticed something – seasonable wearable trends are often echoed in seasonal home décor. Layers – Every season, there is one trend that holds fast – the art of layering. It’s a method of increasing the warmth of an outfit without looking bulky or plain, and it can be a great way to show off multiple complementing textures and patterns. Many people have found that this technique is also great for home décor. From draperies to throw blankets, area rugs to tapestries, there are plenty of ways to freshen up your home by layering in a few new textures and prints. Earth Tones – One of the greatest inspirations for fashion has always been nature. In the fall, we’re prone to include many more browns, grays, taupes, beiges, and other earthy colors into our wardrobes. It’s easy to translate this into your home décor by switching up key pieces – such as table place settings and mantle décor. Don’t be afraid to err on the side of rustic Accessories – In the Summer and Spring, we have a tendency to dress extra casual. However, as the holiday season approaches, we all find ourselves adding a few extra accessories – not unlike the extra décor we add to our homes around this time of year. Give your home a little extra fashionable bling this year with elegant centerpieces, accent pieces and plenty of candles for a cozy effect. As the temperatures drop, there is no better feeling than coming home to a warm and welcoming living space.
Whether you enjoy a traditional or ultra-modern home the holidays are the one time of year when sparkle, light and glimmering decor makes a grand entrance! Now that the autumn colors have turned to sparkling hues of garnet reds and rich hunter green tones there is no mistaking that this time of year is everyone’s favorite. If you are trying to find ways to add some illumination, sparkle or holiday glam to your festive home, here are a few ways to bring in the season. Use ideas to spark your imagination and bring out a side of your home that only gets shown once a year. Accentuate native color in your interiors: If you are thinking you have to sway far from your current interior decor color palette, think again. Adding holiday sparkle in coordinating color ornaments, lighting, garlands, and decorative holiday pillows and textiles with iridescence and shimmery fabrics are an easy way to match your current decor. Remember, the holidays don’t have to be the traditional red and green and the color palette should reflect your personal design style. Look at your interiors and then match up these colors at your local craft store for a beautiful and coordinated holiday look. Illuminating your dining table with sparkle:The holidays are the perfect time to bring out candles, twinkling lights, and shimmery table decor to your next dinner party or get-together. Tea lights placed in small votive candle holders are beautiful beside each place setting and holiday centerpieces with trees, pinecones, and natural holiday elements are the perfect way to brighten your dining table. Whether you choose to keep the table settings out all day, or only decorate for your entertaining needs, remember lighting can make all the difference. Consider installing a dimmer on overhead lighting to ensure versatility in the ambiance of your next social gathering. Add personal touches to your fireplace mantel:Wintertime in many parts of the world are cold and blustery and warming up to a warm and roaring fire goes along with the holidays perfectly. Ensure your holiday mantel is decked with colorful additions or keep the tones natural and muted, whichever blends with your decorative home.
While adding pops of color and sparkle with glittery decor is popular, also consider bringing in natural elements such as evergreen branches, natural garlands or even framed photos and personal memorabilia can make your fireplace that much more enjoyable. Try and add a balance of height and depth with pictures, and layering items to give an overall “scene” on your mantel. String holiday lights and add flameless candles for a safe and beautiful fireplace mantel. |
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