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2017 Color Of The Year: Greenery (a classic Christmas Color)

December 9, 2016

Pantone, the color authority for the fashion and home decor industries announced their pick for the 2017 Color Of The Year–Greenery. Coming off a year where pastels ruled, I expected a dark color for 2017 so I was with their pick.

I do love the energy and vibrancy that Greenery has and I’m excited to see this color shake up the fashion and decor industries a bit.

Greenery is a shade that works well paired with neutrals or more saturated colors and I love it combined with black.

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It’s also a great accent color for walls, upholstery and textiles.

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Here’s how Pantone described their 2017 Color Of The Year….

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I expect Greenery, which I’m describe as apple green to have a big impact on holiday decor this time next year. The color has been used in Christmas decor for years and it will only gain in popularity in 2017.

To celebrate Pantone’s color pick, what better way than with some ‘Greenery’ inspired Christmas inspiration.

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I really love with that executive director of Pantone has to say about the color and couldn’t agree more…

“This is the color of hopefulness, and of our connection to nature. It speaks to what we call the ‘re’ words: regenerate, refresh, revitalize, renew. Every spring we enter a new cycle and new shoots come from the ground. It is something life affirming to look forward to.”

—Leatrice Eiseman, Pantone Color Institute executive director

Ok, it’s your time to chime in. What do you think about the 2017 Color Of The Year? Love it or hate it?!

Oh Christmas Tree–Merry & Bright Holiday Home Tour part 1

November 30, 2016

I’m back today with another awesome blog hop. It’s the Merry & Bright Holiday Home Tour that I host with my blogging buddy Kellie from Design Asylum. This is the second year for the tour and we have an amazing line-up of 12 bloggers taking you on a tour of their holiday homes. If you’re coming over from Meg’s blog Green With Decor, welcome! I ‘m happy you’re here.

The Merry & Bright Holiday Home Tour takes place over next three weeks with today being the first in the series. We’ll be sharing more holiday cheer on Dec. 7th and Dec. 14th so mark your calendars.

Enough with the details…let’s get this party started!

Today I’m showing you my Christmas tree as well as a couple of sneak peeks at some of the other holiday decor that you’ll see next week.

If you remember a few weeks back I shared the inspiration for my holiday decor. It was this Poinsettia themed wrapping paper from Paper Mart.

Every year I change my tree decor and this year I decided to go with a theme that is perfect for the Merry & Bright Holiday Home Tour. The red, pink and green in the paper set the tone for my tree decor with a few additional colors thrown in to spice things up. I’m calling my tree the Merry & Bright tree.

During the day the bright colors make me smile and in the evening, all lit up the tree is just as beautiful.

Since the background of my inspirational wrapping paper is black, I decided to use two different ribbons on the tree. One is a black and white plaid and the other is a two-sided red and green satin.

To keep things simple, I used only solid colored ornaments in different colors, sizes and finishes. And I layered the ornaments from the inside out to give the tree a full look.

Bar Cart (thrifted) // ‘Tis The Season Sign from HomeGoods (similar here)

Fun Plaid Ribbon // Ornaments collected over the years

Here’s a little glimpse of some of the gifts I’ve wrapped so far. Next week I’ll share all of my wrapped packages with you as well as some fun gift wrapping ideas.

This green bubble ribbon makes an appearance in several areas of my decor and is so beautiful as a bow. Did I mention that I love making bows!

Bubble Embossed Satin Ribbon // Disco Ball Ornaments

Ornament Art

Next week you’ll also get to see my new blue and white bedroom decor which I’ve decked out for the holidays.

Oh Christmas Tree, oh Christmas Tree

We’ll friends, that’s my Christmas tree. I’ve got more decorating to finish up this week and can’t wait to show you more of my holiday home.

Now it’s time to head over to The Home I Create and check out Linda’s beautiful holiday decor.

And be sure to stop by all the participating bloggers to see how they’ve decked out their homes for the holidays…

Design Asylum // Love Your Abode // Refresh ReStyle // Life and Style At 60 // Positively Southern

M. Jones Style // Chic On A Shoestring Decorating // My Life Well Loved // Green With Decor

ConfettiStyle (me) // The Home I Create // Wife In Progress

I’m also excited that one of my favorite wrap, ribbon and paper goods companies has joined on as a sponsor for this years Merry & Bright Holiday Home Tour. Throughout the tour the participating bloggers will be showcasing Paper Mart ribbon and gift wrap products to inspire your holiday decor.

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas!

I’d like to thank Paper Mart who graciously supplied some of the wrapping paper and ribbon featured in this post. As a designer and avid gift wrapper, Paper Mart is one of my go-to source for quality wrap ping paper and paper products. And I love sharing my favorite resources with you. All images and opinions in this post are mine.

Creative Ways to Personalize Your Christmas Card Envelopes

November 28, 2016

Can you wrap your head around the fact that Christmas is just over 4 weeks away? I sure can’t. Preparing for Christmas this year has been a whirlwind and my list just keeps getting longer instead of shorter. Oh, and did I mention that I haven’t even started on those handmade Christmas cards I plan to make! Yikes.

Since I know most of you are on top of your holiday game and are in the process of getting your cards ready to mail, I thought I’d share some fun and easy Christmas card envelope decorating ideas with you. Enjoy and be inspired!

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Check out these creative ideas for personalizing Christmas envelopes and let me know which is your favorite!

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Design Guide: Tips for Trimming Your Christmas Tree

November 17, 2016

When to put up your Christmas tree has become a big debate these days. Some people (like me) put their tree up early to savor every single bit of the holiday season. And on the other side of the fence there are people (like my brother) that wait until Thanksgiving to put up their tree. I can appreciate both viewpoints but the one thing I do know is that anyone that puts up a Christmas tree wants it to look great.

I’ve been decorating trees professionally for years, first at my home decor store and then as part of my design business for clients. Over the years I’ve learned a lot about the art of decorating Christmas trees. My latest Design Guide, Tips for Decorating Your Christmas Tree shares my tree decorating secrets so you can decorate your Christmas tree like a pro.

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Fab Finds From Pier 1–(budget friendly decor)

October 26, 2016

I received an email the other day from Pier 1 and it prompted me to head over to their website to see what was new. Pier 1 is one of those stores that has lots of hidden gems amongst the array of pillows, plates and decorative objects. While surfing their site I discovered quite a few items that hit on all cylinders–style & price. Check out my favorites pieces available from Pier 1 right now.

No. 1 — I don’t often look to Pier 1 for rugs but I love the pattern and colors in this Diamond Scroll Blue Rug. I can envision it in a living room with a linen sofa and leather chair. Or in a bedroom along side a linen headboard and sleek ceramic lamps. This rug ranges in price from $110 to $679 and is available in 6 sizes.

No. 2 — I have to tell you this Bayan Ottoman stopped me in my track. I of course love the faux bamboo frame and the price of $79.98. #yesplease A pair of these at the foot of a bed or nestled under a console table would be great.

No. 3 — Quatrefoil patterns are a classic design element and this Mother of Pearl Quatrefoil Mirror is a beauty. It would look great in a powder room or over a nightstand in a bedroom. $239.20.

No. 4 — When it comes to Christmas pillows, Pier 1 has a one of the best selections I seen so far. If you decorate in non-traditional colors or want a subtle Christmas statement, this PomPom Merry Christmas Pillow is perfect. And it’s only $29.95. ***through Nov. 1st you can save an additional 20% on Christmas decor with the code HOLDIT

No. 5 — Copper is a big design trend right now and I think were going to see it being used in holiday decor too. This Copper Hammered Charger Plate ($14.95) would look really pretty mixed with fall colors as part of a Thanksgiving tablescape.

No. 6 — It’s hard to pass up a Monogram Letter Tray especially when it has a gold rim and it’s only $9.95.

Can you believe that it’s almost November and the unofficial start of the holiday season? If you’re looking to refresh your home for the holidays now’s the time to jump on these great finds and the extra savings on Christmas decor. Plus there’s free shipping on order over $49!

Happy Shopping!

p.s. this is not a sponsored post. I’m just sharing the things I love and the places I shop.

What To Put In A Decorative Bowl

February 5, 2016

Have you ever heard the saying, ‘decorating is in the details?’ I believe that the design details within your decor are the that bring it to life and give your home its personality. Take decorative bowls for instance. They look good on coffee tables, console tables, on bookshelves and just about any other place you put them.

The other day I was shuffling some of my accessories around and put a decorative bowl on the coffee table and one on the console table in the dining area. The bowls looked great where they were but the question of what to put in them popped up. After rummaging through my stash of accessories and crafts, I came up with a few options. Here’s what you might consider putting in a decorative bowl.

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Scrabble Pieces

I’ve bought a couple of old scrabble games at thrift stores, planning to use the tiles in other projects. Since that hasn’t happened, I decided to use them as decor and placed them in a beautiful blue and white bowl I have. The tiles add an eclectic and fun detail to the coffee table.

PINECONES

I’ve got two baskets filled with pinecones that travelled with us all the way from Seattle when we moved 15 years ago. They add a rustic and wintry feel to my decor this time of year and look really great piled up in a vintage brass bowl.

ALPHABET BALLS

When my store was open, these alphabet balls were a bigger seller. In the store I displayed them under a glass cloche or in a lidded glass jar but for my decor, I love them in this gold pedestal bowl I found at Hobby Lobby around Christmas. The balls are whimsical but still have a classic vibe to them.

DOMINOS

Here’s another look I created for my coffee table last week using Dominos in a gold leaf bowl. What I like most is the contrast of the black and white dominos against the gold bowl and animal print tray. The dominos also add a playful feel to the table.

If you’re looking for something to put in the decorative bowls in your home, these are just a few ideas. You could also try one of these decorative accessories…

DICE or VINTAGE POOL BALLS ( This set of dice is a great price and I just bought a set for myself)

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MARBLES (Etsy is a great source for really unique vintage marbles)

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OLD BOOK PAGES (hit up your favorite thrift store)

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MOSS BALLS (check out this great source of all types of unique bowl fillers)

Of course you know I’m going to ask? What do you fill your decorative bowls with?

Not 10, but ELEVEN Home Decor Products I’m Loving In The New Year

January 7, 2016

In about a week I’ll be heading to AmericasMart for the Atlanta Gift and Home Furnishings show where I’ll be checking out the new products that manufacturers are introducing to the market. I always love the January because it’s refreshing to see the talked about trends come to life and because it’s a nice departure from all the glitz and sparkle of Christmas.

As the market approaches, I’ve also started getting new catalogs in the mail from all the major online and retail furniture and home decor stores. I spent a little time the other night flipping through them and wanted to share 11 home decor products I’m loving right now.

Pottery Barn

Explosion Chandelier–a beautiful statement piece

Talia Printed Rug–Gray–I love the subtle pattern and soft colors

Damask Print Pillow Cover–a fun, energetic pattern for late spring, early summer

West Elm

Organic Fading Ikat Duvet Cover–I love the abstract design and the classic navy and white color combo

Mongolian Lamp Pouf–A fun accent in a room and the blush color is my fave

Rectangular Metal Curtain Rings–SO awesome! (if you can find a shower curtain rod less than 1 7/5″ w you could use them for that too)

Ballard Design

Mei Pagoda Shelf–a pretty shelf for a vanity counter or even in a chic kitchen

Livy File Box–very cool and a great way to show off those decorative file folders that are so hot now

Tortoise Umbrella Stand–tortoise never goes out of style (kinda like an animal print)

Felicity Acrylic Coffee Table–the ideal piece to keep a room looking light and airy

Z Gallerie

Gilded Sapphire Art–I’m kinda crushing on navy these days and this piece could easily mix with other colors

So many amazing new items and it’s only January.

Do you have a favorite amongst the group?

We Wish You A Merry Christmas!

December 24, 2015

Hello friends! It’s Christmas Eve and I hope you are all enjoying a relaxing day at home with those you love. I just wanted to drop in and wish everyone a wonderful day tomorrow and say thank you for stopping by the blog each day and letting me share my passions with you. I’m stepping away from the blog for the rest of the month so I’ll see you all in the new year.

Until then…from our house to yours, Merry Christmas!

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