from our house to yours…

photography by danielle boudrot for a thoughtful eye

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natural colors and textures

In styling my home for the holidays, I’m finding great inspiration from natural colors and textures…although this gorgeous Hallberg-Wisely designed interior is void of traditional holiday decorations, it does incorporate “green” gestures that, for me, feel fresh, festive and ready for a party! Here’s hoping this artistic gem offers you some new (and natural) ideas as you style your home for the holidays…wishing you a very happy weekend!

photography by Miguel Flores-Vianna for Veranda

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gold and silver

If you’re searching for elegant & innovative holiday decorating ideas, look no further than the 2012 November/December issue of Veranda! My personal favorite is the Bedford, NY home of designer Stephen Sills, thoughtfully adorned with natural materials in a sublime palette of green, white, gold and silver…his gilded creations blend seamlessly with his refined collection of art and antiques, and rather than play the starring role, they support and elevate the beauty of his prized possessions…the first three images are a small sampling from Veranda, while the rest of the photos hail from Mezonin, a Russian interiors magazine that featured this jewel of a home back in 2011…I thought you might enjoy a look at this remarkable decorative transformation!

“Nothing celebrates the richness of the season like gold and silver.” ~ Stephen Sills

first three photos by Max Kim-Bee for Veranda, all other photos from Mezonin

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enjoy the details!

Hoping these lovely vignettes offer you some artful inspiration as you head down the home stretch! Keep breathing!

photos from Lonny Magazine and The Gifts of Life

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relaxed refinement

With Thanksgiving just around the corner, I thought you might enjoy a post dedicated to beautiful dining rooms…

I adore the relaxed refinement of a humble burlap table cloth mixing with fine china and silver…or the inventive tablescapes featuring purple artichokes and sculptural gourds to reflect the beauty and bounty of the season…too many brilliant ideas to mention! Please enjoy!

photos from Lonny Magazine

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christmas cheer

Good bread and good drink, a good fire in the hall,
Brawn, pudding, and souse, and good mustard withal.
Beef, mutton, and pork, and good pies of the best,
Pig, veal, goose, and capon, and turkey well drest,
Cheese, apples and nuts, and good carols to hear,
As then in the country is counted good cheer.

~ Thomas Tusser (1524-1580)

photos from Skona Hem

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the stockings were hung by the chimney with care…

the simple beauty of vintage grain sack, burlap, and wool stockings…hung by the fire or along the stairs, they hold a special place in the hearts of young and old…

photos from Country Living, Dreamy Whites, French & Sparrow, Etsy, Ticking & Toile

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a country christmas

humble pinecones and garlands set the stage for a beautiful country christmas…simple yet sublimely elegant

photos from Country Living

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festive wreaths!

even the smallest city apartment can look dressed up for the holidays with a decorative wreath…whether you prefer the fresh scent of pine or the natural beauty of feathers, may these festive wreaths lift your spirits and fill you with cheer!

photos from Canadian House & Home

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holiday flowers

above and below, Southern Accents

From a single orchid to a mantel overflowing with greenery, today’s post is filled with festive floral ideas for your home. My favorite is the mantel above from Southern Accents ~ miniature cedar trees inside a collection of silver goblets with fresh moss and green lady apples ~ elegant and simple! Enjoy!

below, Wedding Aces

below, Glenna Morton, About Interior Decorating

below, Lucie’s Events

below, Home Life

below, Lisa Luby Ryan

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