Showing posts with label black. Show all posts
Showing posts with label black. Show all posts

Friday, September 30, 2011

Mantel Dressing - Autumn

Now that the front veranda is all spiffed up for Fall and the bedroom has transformed into a warmer, relaxing palette, I though it was about time to complete the mantel with a warm seasonal welcome.

 I am often asked about how to dress up a mantel so I thought I'd capture the step by step action of putting this one together.  There's also a few pics of a few other Autumn touches around the room. Hope it inspires you to get to work on your own ;)












Before- A blank canvas...


After- A warm welcome!

Start with a basic vase...




  I added some "Twilight twigs" so my mantel will have some sparkle and shimmer at night....

                                        


I added some basic silk flower branches in a vibrant orange/rust  for a pop of colour....



A round lantern adds another shape to the mix for more interest...


A  candle picks up the same colour tones as the flowers....


A few faux pumpkins are tucked into the lantern ...


A few real mini pumpkins are added to the mantel...



A couple of white ceramic pumpkins( I found at a local grocery store for $6 /each) are added to either side of the mantel....


To add more interest and balance, a pair of  white ceramic birds are tucked  in by the pumpkins....


A berry garland tucked in amongst all the pieces adds wonderful texture and another burst of colour....



A sweet owl garland adds softness while spelling out the season....
Voila.....the mantel is complete! :)





A few Reese's Pieces in an apothecary jar add colour and fun on a scrapbook paper lined tray, on the end table...


A mosaic glass bowl becomes a great coffee table piece with the addition of a candle holder, some  rattan spheres and some fall beaded garland.






Hope you all have a truly wonderful weekend! Perhaps you'll find some time to do some Fall decorating in your own homes. Whatever you do....enjoy!! :)

~Katrina


Thursday, September 15, 2011

An Autumn Welcome (even if it still feels like summer!)


In our neck of the woods, it was a glorious warm and sunny today today-unusually warm for this time of year. I guess it has something to do with a tropical storm system that is heading our way, pushing up all that warm southerly air! I guess tomorrow won't be so nice, with lots of wind and rain...ugh!

I decided to make the most of the day by starting to get my veranda ready for the upcoming Fall season. I just love the warm, rich colours of Autumn....don't you? 

I used all items that I already had around the house..... Just goes to show that you don't have to spend a lot to create a warm and welcoming entry.....


 Come along and see what I've been up to..... ;)








I just love this metal star holder I picked up a couple of years back.....it is SO easy to change out for the seasons (in fact I saw some exactly like it at Homesense last week ). I simply put a bunch of leaves I picked up at Michaels in and added a pretty striped bow. A 2 minute door treatment...can't beat that! ;)






                                I just love this striped ribbon I picked up at Walmart last year.....





        Last summer I used these rust coloured pillows on my patio, now they are a perfect Fall addition                            
                                                       for the front of my home....



           Picked up this green raffia type material on a roll at Michaels, one $2 roll makes a rustic bow for
                                                           each of my cedars....





                    



                    Love my Fall pumpkin flag I picked up at Wescal... Adds a great pop of colour and a  
                                                              warm welcome to my door!










                  I also placed a few faux leaves in a flower pot in my recently painted
                                                         plant stand....





                    A few decorative pumpkins add a great pop of colour in my lantern...





                         Even my summer watering can gets the Fall treatment, with some simple leaves
                                                    and berry branches.....




                               Hopefully it all won't blow away with tomorrows stormy weather!


                               Have you started your Autumn decorating yet? What do you do to welcome the                    
                                                     new season? I'd love to know..... :)


                                                                               ~Katrina

Tuesday, August 16, 2011

Back in Black....



Do you love the color black but aren't sure how to incorporate it into your home? Afraid it will seem too dark and heavy in your space? Here are some wonderful examples I've compiled from Houzz.com , of how to do it right.....
traditional kitchen by Shannon Cabinetry
Shiny black counters add instant glamour to an all white kitchen and really help to ground the space...
by Shannon Cabinetry
traditional bathroom by Davida's Kitchen & Tiles
When surrounded by lighter finishes, black cabinetry can become the standout feature in a room...
by Davida's Kitchen & Tiles
eclectic dining room by laura hardin
Sometimes all you need is one black furniture piece to create a great focal point in a room. Here, a black shelving unit provides a gorgeous display area in a dining room.
by laura hardin
contemporary entry by Rachel Reider Interiors
Painting the inside of an exterior door and the stair railing is a quick and easy way to add a punch of drama to your entry way...
by Rachel Reider Interiors  
contemporary home office by Atmosphere Interior Design Inc.
The black colour scheme in this office provides a rich, elegant feel. The wallpaper add just the right amount of pattern and interest to the room...
by Atmosphere Interior Design Inc.
contemporary dining room by Atmosphere Interior Design Inc.
A black wallpapered wall paired with a brilliant cut glass mirror adds a definite wow factor to this dining space.
by Atmosphere Interior Design Inc.  
traditional bathroom by Judith Balis
The charcoal walls become the perfect backdrop to all the other gorgeous fixtures and finishes in this stunning bathroom...
by Judith Balis  
traditional kitchen by The Lettered Cottage
Outdated kitchen cabinetry can get a new lease on life with a fresh coat of black paint. This pic, from the Lettered Cottage, provides some inspiration for sure...
by The Lettered Cottage