Irrespective of how hard you try, it is often impossible to match the vivid brilliance of nature at its colorful best. That is one of the allures of fall that sees us spending so much time in the backyard and on the porch. The plethora colors, textures and shades that unravel themselves along with the freshness in the air, is what makes the season a truly pleasant time. And Thanksgiving is one festival that is all about celebrating nature’s pomp and glory! It is the ideal time to bring together design and natural goodness to create truly inimitable thanksgiving decorations that will light up your home. Nothing adds elegance and style to a Thanksgiving table like some beautiful fall produce. Whether it is a stunning centerpiece filled with pumpkins and fresh flowers or even wall decor and colorful wreaths that bring in the good times; a nature-inspired theme and Thanksgiving always go hand in hand. So, why not celebrate the bright yellows, blazing oranges and fresh greens before white winter kicks in… When it comes to frugal decorations, nature is a pretty good source. From pine cones and pumpkins to fresh green branches and lovely flowers; bring in a natural Thanksgiving theme will not set you back by a fortune. They also make for lovely last-minute decorations as most of us either are too caught up with work or are too lazy to start preparations for the big dinner until Thanksgiving is barely a few days away! As we discussed earlier, fall colors are truly special and it is hard to replicate their full brilliance using artificial decor. Beautiful oranges, juicy grapes and a few berries also offer a textural contrast that is unique and exceptional. Natural Thanksgiving decorations can be simply spread out on the table or placed in your kitchen bowls and they still manage to pull off a stylish and gorgeous look. Bright and Brilliant CenterpiecesA natural centerpiece is one of the best ways to really add life to your Thanksgiving table. In fact, most table decorating ideas for the festival use a natural centerpiece even if the theme of the table is contemporary or shabby chic. Natural centerpieces go along great with any color scheme that range from rich purple to the classic black and white look. Once again, it’s the ease of creation of these centerpieces and their organic appeal that makes them so special. One can even utilize them as lovely accent pieces to add some much needed softness to a modern Thanksgiving dinner table. Beyond the Table! In all honesty, Thanksgiving celebrations largely revolve around the sumptuous dinner and unlike Christmas or Halloween, decorating the house is not a top priority for everyone. But adding a banner or two that ‘gives thanks’ and a wreath at the door to welcome your guests in a warm and festive fashion barely takes any time or effort. Wreaths made from fall produce are not hard to find. Keep them as natural as possible and if you have a few hours to spare this weekend then craft one on your own. A fireplace mantel is another great place where you can showcase your decorating skills by dressing it up elegantly. Thanksgiving is a unique festival that is all about paying a rich tribute to nature and being thankful for bountiful of riches. It is a time to enjoy the fleeting fall delights as winter waits just around the corner. In a sense, it is one of the last remaining pagan traditions celebrated across the world even till today. And that makes it one of the best times to invite nature indoors!
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The Hanging gardens of Babylon are dubbed as one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. Unfortunately for us, top-notch digital photography was just not available at the time to capture all its wonders. And while we may not replicate the grandeur of those hanging gardens, contemporary designers are bringing in the ‘green’ with their own unique designs. Most modern homes and apartments are often short on space. A beautiful wall of hanging planters instantly brings home the fresh garden vibe indoors. Elegant, ergonomic and stylish, these modern hanging gardens are all about form, functionality and space-consciousness. Here are a few fabulous inspirations that instantly add life to a room. From DIY projects that involve mason jars to exquisite creations from innovative designers, there is a container garden idea for everyone. As these eco-friendly creations showcase, at times all you need is some ingenious inspiration! Strung with Style Air plants are simply perfect for a hanging container garden inside your home. This one though tops the list not just because of the cool aesthetics. These DIY planters are pretty easy to create and you will be amazed with the touch of contemporary panache they bring to your home. All you need is shampoo bottle tops (or any bullet-shaped containers), a bit of spray paint, nails and some rope. Let you kids join in on the spray painting and you will have a fun and productive family weekend. Check out the complete step-by-step DIY guide for the hanging planters before you get started. Designed by Gabriella Asztalos, the floating garden plant containers bring a dash of metallic glint along with their modern form. The minimalistic style of these planters ensures that you have a container garden that is not just cool but is also contemporary in style! You can mix and match planters in various sizes and shapes to create an exclusive look. Coming from design house Boskke and Jaguarshoes Collective, these Sky Planters seem to defy gravity with astonishing ease! Our first instinct was to wonder whether standing under one of these was really safe. But it absolutely is. Coming in chic prints and vivid colors, these planters usher in accent shades with ease. Put together a few of these in a cool Scandinavian setting and you have an elegant floating container garden ready to steal the show. These hanging glass bubble terrariums are bound to be among the coolest decor that you ever brought into your home. Air plants are a perfect fit for hanging container gardens. With the necessity of soil being done away with, the open and transparent glass bubbles seem all the more appealing. Glass is an integral part of modern interiors. Impressive styling and ease of maintenance has made these hanging terrariums pretty popular. [from: West Elm] Well, you are in luck as the air plant pods designed by Michael McDowell offer precised this. Made from natural Moroccan sand-colored clay, the pods have been custom designed for sensitive air plants that could decay in any stagnated water. Hung using a lovely natural hemp cord, they are a natural fit even for the outdoors. Hang of few of these in your studio apartment and you will instantly feel closer to nature. The air plant pods are also available in several colors and finishes and are ideal for those who prefer a more modern and glossy look. [from: mudpuppy] Crafted in porcelain and sporting an unglazed exterior, they save up space with ease. You can get an army of these and create a hanging garden setup that is both vibrant and beautiful. Hang them by the window or in that forgotten corner and watch your interiors acquire a new lease of life! Wonders on the Wall The porcelain and rope hanging planters a re pretty popular with home owners. Their clean and classy design allows them to blend in with almost any pre-set theme of the room. The rope that is used is often cotton or leather and you can open between individual planters or two-tiered and three-tiered planter sets. Setting you back by anything between $120 to $150 for each set, a beautiful niche filled with 3 three-tiered sets brings in both beauty and balance to the space around it. A Myriad of Styles and Hues Simple and elegant, these strung planters are both cost effective and cool. All you need to get them done is some rope, glass jars, small rocks and the necessary green and you are good to go. Try to pick jars of different sizes to add style and contrast to the container garden on your wall. Strings in different colors also could do the trick. [from: apartment therapy / song and dance]
Plant Growing PC Concepts: "The main idea of this project is to design a CPU that is more concerned about "green thinking' and 'life style' by having a decorative piece." Mansion Planter: Creation of designer Nobuhiro Sato, this unique planter resembles a realistic small-scale mansion; its incredibly detailed, complete with windows, balconies, handrails and stairs. Eggling Planter: A real plant comes out of this one. Upside-Down Tomato Garden: With this one the tomatoes grow downward from the top and it can hold up to 4 tomato plants at one time. Kitchen Garden: "Have fresh aromatic herblets in your kitchen. Just cut them when you need some. They can grow vertically." Tiles Planter: Green Pockets an innovative idea by designer Maruja Fuentes to grow your indoor plants. Sure to add greenery to the interior space and definitely improving the looks. Manga Books Planters: Tokyo-based artist Koshi Kawachi cultivated vegetables such as radish sprouts in an interesting way using Manga books that can be found everywhere. Office Partition & Foot Rest: "It has an exclusive area to place the plants whilst acting as a divider between work-desks. An automatic watering system takes care of the watering." A Growing Book: This unique planter makes book reading more interactive. "You get to water and take care of your plants everyday as you see the book, which brings about a different and unique experience." Pram Planter: Created using a vintage baby pram. Stiletto Heels Planters: High heels get a second life as planters. Roman Colosseum Planter: "This artistically detailed sculpture can also be used as a table centerpiece on your patio or porch." Can Planters: An interesting way to bring a little low-maintenance life to your home office. Lamp Planter: "This is a ceramic piece attached to the desk lamp arm, it gives us an idea for creative reuse of the real thing." Pet Plant: Creation of Junyi Heo, "it allows you to see your plant's "emotions" - whether it needs water, is too hot, and other conditions." Home Farming: It's a self-contained farm for growing plants and raising fish. Rock Face Planters: Made from durable rock textured polyresin, these come in a set of two, one large and one small. Sound Garden Speakerse: These speakers generate their own electricity using the water added to them plus you will be able to enjoy great music at the same time. Handcrafted Ceramic Planter: It's a multi-plant ceramic container supporting a variety of herbs and flowers and can be used both indoors and outdoors. Outdoor Living Wall Planter: A creative way to naturally decorate a blank wall. Indoor Living Wall Planters: The tray on the bottom collects all excess water. Solar Powered Planter: Depending on the sunlight the planter will glow for 2 to 8. Electrolux Planter: Its handy for those who like greenery but would have hard time finding a place for their plants. Off The Wall Mini Planter: Creation of London design team Thelermont Hupton, these decorate your plain walls with greenery.
Indoor gardening has steadily gained popularity as a hobby that anyone can enjoy. When set up correctly, a good hydroponic growing system can be much more economical and efficient than a traditional soil garden. So, if you are tired of those lifeless decoration at home and want to brign something a bit more living and beneficial, take a look at the 7 Cool Indoor Garden Systems we rounded up here. Hope you enjoy. 1. Watercress Dish Smart ’n’ green Gardener [source] Plant your own fresh, little cress garden on the windowsill. Missing a green thumb? Not to worry, the gardener will help you! Simply sprinkle the seeds on a piece of cotton or paper towel, keep them moist and after a week, eat and enjoy. Even the gardener will be pleased. 2. Wallflower Vertical Garden [amazon] These unique bamboo planters hang vertically on the wall like a picture frame and contain four foliage plants rooted in pouches inside. The frame has sides and a back to protect your wall from moisture, has an opening on the side to easily add water to an internal reservoir and includes all the needed hardware for mounting. 3. Hinterland Trading Air Plant Tillandsia Bromeliads Kit Teardrop Terrarium[amazon] Air Plant with Clear Glass Hanging Terrarium wide with glass bottom. Kit includes pebbles, moss, glass globe and air plant. Great as a gift. Perfect for office or home. Easy for kids to take care of. 4. Globe Manzanita Forest Moss Terrarium [source] This completely carefree terrarium is comprised of three attached glass globes planted with polished gravel, bright green preserved moss, and little dried Manzanita branches. No water water or light is needed, so as long as you don’t drop it, you’re pretty much good to go. 5. Living Tables [source] Handmade in the San Francisco Bay Area, the Living Tables are highly customizable, need little maintenance and watering is needed only once a month. Using capillary action, the water moves upwards by the Living table’s sub irrigation system. Its 3/8 inch-thick tempered glass is able to support 180lb load per square foot. 6. Urbio Big Happy Family Wall Planters [amazon] Urbio is a recyclable product that is made out of a light weight, and durable, polypropylene plastic. Made with uber-strong neodymium magnets, and a variety of vessel sizes, Urbio is a diverse and dependable solution for urban gardening and small space organization. 7. Auxano Indoor Garden [source]
Auxano hydroponic system by Cardiff based designer Philip Houiellebecq incorporates all essentials of a full-cycle setup in one sleek low-maintenance package. The Auxano garden is window mounted, so that every bit of sunlight is used for growing herbs and veggies. Sensational Stripes Add a little sparkle to your life with this DIY vase from For Rent. Use painter’s tape to section off stripes, then paint in your color of choice. Layer with a second coat of metallic or glittery paint for a luxe finish. While gold and silver are classic colors that work well with any decor, your could easily use brighter hues to make a bigger statement. This DIY by Julie of Coordinately Yours is perfect for nautical design lovers. Transform a plain glass vase by winding rope around and securing with hot glue. This vase would make a wonderful summer centerpiece or as a part of your regular decor. Tape is definitely a go-to tool when transforming a vase with paint. But the sticky staple can also double as the design itself. This vase from Schöne Frau uses decorative tape to create a vase that is dainty and sophisticated. Pastel colors are a beautiful addition to a baby shower or Sunday brunch, and electric hues are right at home during a summer bash. Inexpensive glass vases are a great canvas to create a new work of art. This tutorial by Tiffany of Offbeat and Inspired shows how a few simple tweaks can create a stunning design. Tape off your design using Scotch tape and paint the exposed glass in the color of your choice. Peel the tape off slowly to reveal your one-of-a-kind vase, fill with flowers, and enjoy! Dipped in Color Add a trendy touch to your home with this project by Amy of Mod Podge Rocks. Ombre is invading DIYs everywhere with its fresh take on color and ability to fit any style. The layering of tissue paper creates a dip-dyed effect, which is stunning next to a light source. A blue color palette mimics the appearance of water, but green would also look stunning- it will extend the green of your flower stems and help create a stunning display. Painting just got easier with this DIY by Heather of Whipperberry. Just dip, dry and enjoy- it’s that easy! Since the design is simple it gives you an opportunity to showcase a unique vase. So if you have a vase with an interesting shape, pull it out and give it a new leash on life. You’ll have a brand new piece in no time. Unexpected Design Once destined for the trash bin, light bulbs are now taking center stage in the DIY scene. Follow the lead of Manda and Mike of Merry Thought- they upcylced burnt out light bulbs into elegant masterpieces. These vases look great hanging and on a wire stand, so mix and match to create a mini gallery. PVC pipe is extremely versatile in the DIY world. From wine racks to shoe storage, this plumbing essential gets even chicer with these photo vases by David featured on Mod Podge Rocks. This project could be a way to take a trip down memory lane during a get together- use them at a family reunion or visit to reminisce on the past.
Round Succulent PlantersWe begin with round planters that showcase amazing displays of greenery. But don’t think it’s all about the green. Sometimes it’s about the color as well. Note the amazing rows of color and texture shown in the arrangement below. What a great way to create an impact! [fromChickweed] Another strategy: Choose succulents of a similar shape, but vary the color and size.Round succulents such as echeveria are perfect for an arrangement like the one below, and they are a true succulent favorite. Plus, they’re perfect for round planters, as their form mirrors the shape of their container! [from Pot Incorporated via Houzz] A raised round planter is a popular modern statement that is increasingly gracing contemporary yards. There’s nothing like adding a little height to your space! And don’t be afraid to add height to your arrangement using a non-succulent selection, such as a spiky grass. [from Big Red Sun] Succulent Arrangement StrategiesNext we showcase a few succulent arrangement techniques that add interest and style. For example, don’t hesitate to add some seashells to the mix! Succulents often have a “sea creature” look, so it’s especially fitting that pieces such as sea urchins and sea fans would be used to complement their forms. Below we see a mix of succulents and shells in a copper trough. [from Glenna Partridge Garden Design] We now zoom into one succulent arrangement for our next tip: Use gravel, rocks and glass pieces to create a plantscape. After all, it doesn’t hurt to get creative! Plus, adding patches of color and texture results in a unique statement, as well as a modern look. Now you can sculpt a mini-world in a container! In addition to the nursery, you can head to your local craft store or rock and mineral shop for goodies and inspiration. [from Big Red Sun] One more friendly reminder: Use succulents to add pops of color. Many modern yards forgo flowering plants for native grasses, cacti and other green choices. You don’t need flowers to add color. You can always throw in some radiant hues by way of a succulent planter. How many different shades can you count in the vibrant arrangement below? [from Sitescapes] Unique Succulent ArrangementsWe now take a look at some unconventional arrangements that are perfect for the gardener who wants to be a true original! For example, the driftwood arrangement below illustrates that magic that results when you use air plants and succulents such as echeveria to create a bouquet of greenery that emerges from a branch. [from Our Aesthetic] Want to catch your guests off guard? Mount your succulent arrangement on the wall! This is the ultimate way to blur the line between gardening and art. And it decreases the chances that squirrels will find your arrangement on an accessible table and take a nibble… [from Big Red Sun]
1. Rustic Easter Wreath 2. Chocolate Bunny Wreath 3. Pastel Easter Egg Wreath 4. Bunny Wreath 5. Birch twigs Rustic Easter wreath 6. Grapevine wreath with handmade birds 7. Easter mossy nest Wreath 8. Easter Wreath of Woodland Birch and Robin Bird Eggs
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