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Whimsical Harvest

12 Wednesday Feb 2014

Posted by melissaoconnor in Advice & Inspiration, Decor Ideas, Events & Parties, Shop Gray Star Design

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blue, bride and groom, celebrate, country, elegance, engagement dinner, engagement party, fall, fall event, gold, gray star design, green, greenery, harvest, nature inspired, nautical, party ideas, plants, rustic, table setting, wedding, wheat, whimsical harvest, whimsy, wine, winter event

I recently added a new design to my Celebrations items, a Whimsical Harvest engagement party/dinner invite. It was one of the proofs I came up with while working on a custom design for a client and I loved it so much I decided to offer it in the shop.

Whimsical Harvest

With touches of gold and blue, this nature inspired invite is perfect for the fall and winter seasons but can work for an event held in the warmer months as well. If you love greenery and a little whimsy, this design fits the bill. Here are a few inspiring images to help you visualize a Whimsical Harvest event.

Whimsical Harvest
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Inspiration Photo Friday: Falling in Love

06 Friday Sep 2013

Posted by melissaoconnor in Inspiration Photo Friday

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autumn, cherry trees, earth, fall, falling in love, grass, harvest, heaven, home sweet home, long island, love, mother earth, nature, new york, overgrowth, pear trees, seasons, spring, summer, trees, weather

I have been in love with nature since I can remember. Always wanting to be surrounded by grass and trees and getting inspired by the beautiful varieties and colors of plants and flowers, Mother Nature will forever have my heart.

The spring and summer seasons are nice but fall is my favorite. It’s full of rustic hues and woodsy tones and sets up the stage for the Earth to shed its skin. Baring it all for us to see. How romantic is that? And through the whole process, we can experience the most beautiful weather filled with crisp air, refreshing winds, and just enough warmth from the sun. And although the trees will eventually let go of their leaves and flowers no longer bloom, the idea of harvest sets in. It’s time for a whole new world of color, flavor, and adventure.

I took this photo in our yard yesterday. Every now and then I take a walk to the very back and look around. From the cherry and pear trees to the overgrowth on the fence, there is just so much to love. The funny thing, we didn’t create any of it. All this beauty was here when we got here and has been part of the property for many years and I wouldn’t change a thing. Now we can experience history and the future in this little piece of heaven we call home.

I believe falling in love with people is not healthy because you should be uplifted when love is in your heart. But when it comes to the glorious Mother Nature, I fall in love more and more everyday. There is just something about the Earth that makes you want to fall into it and breathe it in. To climb a tree and be within its branches, to lay in the grass and feel it between your toes, to explore a woodsy trail and feel at peace when the forest consumes you….there is nothing in the world that can bring this much pleasure. And to experience this everyday in my own backyard, is the best gift of all.

Inspiration Photo Friday: Falling in Love

Thanksgiving Decor Ideas

12 Monday Nov 2012

Posted by melissaoconnor 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

Thanksgiving Decor Ideas

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.
Thanksgiving Decor Ideas

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.
Thanksgiving Decor Ideas

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.
Thanksgiving Decor Ideas

{For more ideas visit Country Living, Thanksgiving Decorations}

Fall Harvest Flavor at Terrain

04 Thursday Oct 2012

Posted by melissaoconnor in Advice & Inspiration, Everyday Design

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decor, earth, fall, harvest, interior design, natural, nature, seasons, terrain, weddings

Fall Harvest Flavor at Terrain

Terrain is one of my favorite shops, even if its to browse around their website and look at the all the goodies they sell. Being a designer and a photographer, I truly appreciate the gorgeous images they showcase and the beautifully styled still life’s. I wanted to share some images I felt were perfect for fall and true representation of autumn harvest style.

These can inspire tons of decor ideas for weddings, parties and even holiday dinners. I included some color palettes as well. Enjoy!

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Fall Harvest Flavor at Terrain

Fall Harvest Flavor at Terrain
Fall Harvest Flavor at Terrain

Fall Harvest Flavor at Terrain

Fall Harvest Flavor at Terrain

Fall Harvest Flavor at Terrain

Fall Harvest Flavor at Terrain

Fall Harvest Flavor at Terrain
Fall Harvest Flavor at Terrain

Fall Harvest Flavor at Terrain
Fall Harvest Flavor at Terrain

Fall Harvest Flavor at Terrain

Fall Harvest Flavor at Terrain

Fall Harvest Flavor at Terrain

Fall Harvest Flavor at Terrain
Fall Harvest Flavor at Terrain

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