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Minted x West Elm Challenge 4

29 Friday Jan 2016

Posted by melissaoconnor in Minted

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antique birdhouse, avonlea, Bayard Roof Study, earthy roots, fire fly, Fuzzy Wildflowers, house by the water, Lighthouse by the Water, minted, minted challenge, nautical scale, photography, pink, Red Barn in Autumn, rock wall, the road home, vintage carousel, water penny, west elm, Wooden Bridge

The fourth Minted and West Elm Challenge just wrapped up and voting is now open. I didn’t have new work to submit so I entered pieces that never got a win. All I can do is hope for the best! Below are all my submissions, you can click on each to vote. Thank you!

Wooden Bridge

Rock Wall

Red Barn in Autumn

Pink

Water Penny

The Road Home

Vintage Carousel

House by the Water

Lighthouse by the Water

Fire Fly

Nautical Scale

Fuzzy Wildflowers

Earthy Roots

Avonlea

Antique Birdhouse

Bayard Roof Study

Minted + West Elm Art Challenge

05 Thursday Feb 2015

Posted by melissaoconnor in Art & Design, News

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art prints, gray star design, minted challenge, photography, west elm

I love all the Minted challenges, but this one is super special to me since I have been a huge fan of West Elm for years. How amazing would it be to have one of my prints sold in their stores and online? It would make my year! So I am definitely crossing my fingers for this one but I know its a tough one since there are so many other beautiful pieces that were entered. Being positive is all I can do.

Well, the challenge is now officially closed and voting is now open! Below are my submissions, you can vote for each by clicking on the image. And please take some time to view other submissions, there are so many!

Bench by The Sea 2 by Gray Star Design

Nautical Scale by Gray Star Design

Rock Wall by Gray Star Design

Red Barn by Gray Star Design

Lighthouse on the Water by Gray Star Design

Village Cottage by Gray Star Design

Green Gables Shore by Gray Star Design

The Calm Sea by Gray Star Design

House Among the Trees by Gray Star Design

Pink by Gray Star Design

Blue Jellyfish by Gray Star Design

Water Penny by Gray Star Design

CT Lighthouse by Gray Star Design

Earthy Roots by Gray Star Design

Graphic Leaves by Gray Star Design

Add Warmth to Your Welcome with a Wreath

08 Wednesday May 2013

Posted by melissaoconnor in Everyday Design, The Home

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Andrea Beitzel, Anthology on Main, Apple and Pine Cone Wreath, Artificial Boxwood Wreath, autumn, Burlap Christmas Wreath, decor, Dried Flower Wreath, Dried Lavender Wreath, Enchanted Forest Eucalyptus Wreath, entrance, fall, Fall Harvest Wreath, Farmers' Market Herb Wreath, Faux Acorn Wreath, Forsynthia Wreath, front door, Green & White Dried Flower Wreath, Hayneedle, holiday, home, Lavender Patchwork Wreath, Lavender Round Wreath, Lemon Leaf Wreath, Lise Simple Creations, Live Ivy Wreath, Live Willow & Hydrangea Wreath, NaturDesign, New England Wreath, Paper Flower Wreath, Plow and Hearth, Pottery Barn, Red Robyn Lane, Rose Garden Wreath, seasons, Small Book Page Rosette Wreath, spring, summer, terrain, welcome, west elm, White Pinecones Wreath, Wild Ridge Design, Williams Sonoma, winter, Winter Floral Wreath, wreath, Zinnia Bouquet Wreath

Add Warmth to Your Welcome

Now that I am a homeowner, I do my best to make people feel welcome when they visit. I feel first impressions are important and that’s why the entrance to your home is a good place to start adding a little warmth. Besides keeping a clean porch and adding some accessories or flowers, placing a wreath on your door is an easy way to say welcome. I have one for every season and enjoy switching them out as the weather changes.

There are all types of wreaths you can buy. Some can be really expensive so you want to think about how long you will have it. If its something you will use for years, then go ahead and spend the money, its worth it. But if its just for a holiday, then you might want to think twice. I recommend purchasing preserved wreathes because they last a long time, if taken care of, and are essentially real. There is nothing worse than having something hang on your door that looks like a plastic toy. I think that just says you really didn’t want to try.

Well, here are some beautiful wreaths to consider. They will be sure to send some inspiration your way on how to jazz up your entrance and welcome your guests in style. Enjoy!

Spring/Summer

Rose Garden Wreath: Terrain
Add Warmth to Your Welcome with a Wreath

Zinnia Bouquet Wreath: Terrain
Add Warmth to Your Welcome with a Wreath

Paper Flower Wreath: West Elm
Add Warmth to Your Welcome with a Wreath

Dried Lavender Wreath: Pottery Barn
Add Warmth to Your Welcome with a Wreath

Green & White Dried Flower Wreath: NaturDesign
Add Warmth to Your Welcome with a Wreath

Dried Flower Wreath: NaturDesign
Add Warmth to Your Welcome with a Wreath

Small Book Page Rosette Wreath: Anthology on Main
Add Warmth to Your Welcome with a Wreath

Farmers’ Market Herb Wreath: Williams Sonoma
Add Warmth to Your Welcome with a Wreath

Forsynthia Wreath: Williams Sonoma
Add Warmth to Your Welcome with a Wreath

Lavender Patchwork Wreath: Plow and Hearth
Add Warmth to Your Welcome with a Wreath

Fall/Holiday

Live Willow & Hydrangea Wreath: Pottery Barn
Add Warmth to Your Welcome with a Wreath

Live Ivy Wreath: Pottery Barn
Add Warmth to Your Welcome with a Wreath

Artificial Boxwood Wreath: Wild Ridge Design
Add Warmth to Your Welcome with a Wreath

Lavender Round Wreath: Williams Sonoma
Add Warmth to Your Welcome with a Wreath

Faux Acorn Wreath: Plow and Hearth
Add Warmth to Your Welcome with a Wreath

Apple and Pine Cone Wreath: Plow and Hearth
Add Warmth to Your Welcome with a Wreath

Fall Harvest Wreath: Plow and Hearth
Add Warmth to Your Welcome with a Wreath

Winter/Holiday

Enchanted Forest Eucalyptus Wreath: Hayneedle
Add Warmth to Your Welcome with a Wreath

White Pinecones Wreath: Lise Simple Creations
Add Warmth to Your Welcome with a Wreath

Winter Floral Wreath: New England Wreath
Add Warmth to Your Welcome with a Wreath

Burlap Christmas Wreath: Red Robyn Lane
Add Warmth to Your Welcome with a Wreath

Lemon Leaf Wreath: Andrea Beitzel
Add Warmth to Your Welcome with a Wreath

Little Holiday Heroes

13 Tuesday Nov 2012

Posted by melissaoconnor in Decor Ideas, Events & Parties, Everyday Design, Shopping

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anthropologie, BHLDN, decor, dinner, family, festive, holiday, host, Jayson Home, linens, ModCloth, party, ruche, thanksgiving, Through the Country Door, VivaTerra, west elm, World Market

Little Holiday Heroes

I always say, its in the details, because honestly, it is. Whenever I go to a party or wedding, even a dinner party, its the little details I see first. Whether big or small, they really show your guests you wanted the event to be special. When these little details are lacking, it just seems that sincerity is missing as well.

I searched for some really nice items to include in your holiday dinner this year for Thanksgiving. If you are not the host, than maybe you can use them the next time you have some friends or family over for a yummy meal. It’s always important to have fun and don’t overdo it. Especially, on a table where people are eating. Believe me, no one wants big centerpieces in their faces while they are trying to talk or tons of do daddies in their way when they want to get seconds. Keep it simple, clean and totally you.

Little Holiday Heroes
Cutlery Portrait Napkin – Anthropologie

Little Holiday Heroes
Amazon Dreams Pitcher – Anthropologie

Little Holiday Heroes
Stately Trio of Vases – BHLDN

Little Holiday Heroes
Poppy Pos Vase – BHLDN

Little Holiday Heroes
Felted Foliage Garland – BHLDN

Little Holiday Heroes
Wee Medallion Food Picks – BHLDN

Little Holiday Heroes
Piglet Placeholder Set – Ruche

Little Holiday Heroes
Pretty Cupcake Kit – Ruche

Little Holiday Heroes
Cheese and Thank You Serving Set – ModCloth

Little Holiday Heroes
Checkered Mercury Vases – Jayson Home

Little Holiday Heroes
Marina Vase – Jayson Home

Little Holiday Heroes
Rustic Set of Candleholders – Through the Country Door

Little Holiday Heroes
Hampstead Natural Napkins – World Market

Little Holiday Heroes
Natural Fiber and Lurex Table Runner – World Market

Little Holiday Heroes
Madras Serving Bowl – World Market

Little Holiday Heroes
Gilded Fig Vases – VivaTerra

Little Holiday Heroes
Metallic Diamond Printed Napkin Set – West Elm

Little Holiday Heroes
Cake Kitchen Placemats – West Elm

Little Holiday Heroes
Decorative Napkin Ring – West Elm

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