23 Friday Nov 2012
Posted in Crafty Ideas, Shop Gray Star Design, Shopping
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black friday, etsy, graystardesigns, holiday, sale, shopping
Today until Sunday you can get 15% off everything in my shop, including invites, save the dates, albums and all custom items! What are you waiting for?
17 Saturday Nov 2012
Posted in Crafty Ideas, The Home
I have always been an organized person. I feel being this way helps people to live a better and saner life. Some don’t really know where to begin and others just can’t keep it up. Well here are some easy tips for getting organized that everyone can follow. Thanks to Better Homes and Gardens for sharing such great information.
Labeling bins, crates or baskets with everyone’s name can certainly help a bunch of items stay put – I borrowed the whole idea from Wunderlabel France. This is especially great for kids too.
Having a large family can sometimes get hectic. Even if you only have two kids it can get a little crazy. By giving everyone their space, each of their things has a place it belongs. Doing this in the entry is a great idea because things are put away right when you walk in the door which gives you one less thing to worry about.
Having an organized office space is crucial to getting things done in a timely manner. It’s also good for your sanity! I make sure my home office is always tidy and clean. Otherwise, I cannot work to the best of my ability. When I see ideas that not only work but look good too, I get super happy. This oversized pocket protector is perfect for keeping folders, papers, magazines and all sorts of items in place and close to your desk.
Reusing items or vintage objects is right up my alley. I love this idea to use an old suitcase to store linens. It can be used to hold other things too which is really cool.
With all the gadgets people have these days, needing a charging station is sort of essential. Back to repurposing with this vintage tool box reuse. Great idea!
{For more great ideas on how to organize your space, visit this article on the Better Homes and Gardens website}
12 Monday Nov 2012
Posted in Art & Design, Everyday Design, The Home
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autumn, centerpieces, Country Living, decor, design, flowers, fruits, harvest, holiday, nature, thanksgiving, thanksgiving decor
I love Thanksgiving. The harvest theme, autumn weather, all the yummy food, how can you not love this holiday? My husband and I have started our own tradition 3 years ago and are excited to have our first Thanksgiving in our new home this year. Our vegetarian feast will include lots of veggies like roasted asparagus & carrots, corn and mashed potatoes. The main course, orzo and spinach stuffed peppers. I can’t wait!
Besides cooking, I love to decorate the table and allow the space to feel festive and fun. I always think its best to keep it simple, natural and whimsy since this holiday is all about the Earth. Here are some ideas I found on Country Living that are all beautiful and easy to do. I wish you all a happy holiday this year!
Use different items to hold flowers and centerpiece items. Get creative and have fun.
I have always loved the idea of using fruit and vegetables as centerpieces. They look and smell lovely and will surely add to the harvest theme.
Bringing in various branches from outside allow texture to and color to shine in your home. Whenever you look to nature for ideas, it never lets you down.
{For more ideas visit Country Living, Thanksgiving Decorations}
10 Saturday Nov 2012
Posted in Art & Design, Daisy Hart, Guest Posts, Weddings
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autumn, berries, bouquets, brown, calla lily, daisies, decorations, dried leaves, Fall Holiday Flowers, gardenias, Gloriosa lily, halloween, hydrangeas, peonies, Pumpkin, red astilbe, red roses, reds, ribbon, rye grass, seasons, sunflowers, Table Runner, traditional, twigs, vines, Wedding Flower Ideas, weddings, yellows
There are many wonderful opportunities to use and give away flowers during the fall season. It could be a wedding, pumpkin decorations or simply flower garlands and autumn-themed decorations of our homes for those with a sense of aesthetic. For that reason we are ready to give you some great ideas on how to enjoy preparing a beautiful gift for your friends, family or yourself by pointing out the best fall season flowers and their respective occasions. Thanks to Flower Delivery in the UK for these great ideas!
Wedding Flower Ideas
Although years ago summer was the preferred season for weddings because of its favorable weather and bright, sunny days it is now fall which is becoming increasingly popular due to its particular charm. The best thing about this season are the scents, the vibrant colors and clean, crisp air far removed from the heat and humidity of summer.
Photo Credit: (left) Brides.com (right) Knotforlife.com
Photo Credit: The Sweetest Occasion
The best way to go about decorating bouquets and arches of flowers is by combining them with dried leaves and twigs. They will symbolize the change of seasons and will feel more than natural in these environments. Remember yellows, reds and browns are your friends, however you can always combine this with flowers such as daisies, the gorgeous calla lily, hydrangeas, red roses and combinations of berries, rye grass and vines are a great way to combine all of these in a work of art.
Photo Credit: Brides.com
Photo Credit: Brides.com
Bouquet Centerpieces
Reception tables often need something to keep them good at attracting attention. For that reason bouquet centerpieces are a great way to catch the eye. Add some autumn leaves to the arrangement of flowers since they will be easily available. On the other hand, adding a yellow or brown ribbon also works well. Use your imagination and trust your inner sense of aesthetic beauty when arranging the bouquet for the best results possible.
Photo Credit: Brides.com
Photo Credit: Western Wedding Flowers
Photo Credit: Brides.com
Pumpkin Decorations
Although these may not be extremely popular in other countries outside North America where Halloween is not celebrated they are a traditional idea and their symbolism as a representation of autumn is well-known. You can carve up pumpkins filling them with fall leaves and flowers in nice bright orange, yellow or red colors. You can use mini calla lilies in red and orange colors or hydrangeas as a nice, classic flower arrangement. These decorations will easily add color to your table and they will spark the autumn mood and lift the spirits.
Photo Credit: Eddie Ross
Photo Credit: (left) Kate’s Place (right) The New York Botanical Garden
Photo Credit: A Pretty Life
Table Runner Flower Garland
This is a great way to put some color and life on your table by placing such a flower garland running around the whole table. You can use flowers such as the Gerber daisy, orange roses and hypericum berry. You can place those on a wall or arching over a doorway, or even on the table in such a manner which will spark the attention and tease the imagination.
Photo Credit: Real Simple
Photo Credit: Love to Know Weddings
Other Flowers You Might Use
You can always use more than what we mentioned here of course, there are plenty of chances to use flowers such as Gloriosa lily, red astilbe, sunflowers, daisies, peonies, gardenias and pretty much anything your heart desires. If you go to a flower shop simply trust your inner feeling on what you’d like to place there for your event. Don’t go traditional even, just do what feels natural to you and be unique!
http://www.flowerdelivery.org.uk/wedding-flowers/
Written by Daisy Hart
The Design Inspirationalist 