The good news in bringing anything into our homes,
is it is all in the eye of the beholder.
What ‘calls’ to me may not call you, but it is all good.
We are all just enjoying our homes and our own
creativity.
Here are a few of my favorite home accessories.
*Blue and White
That is probably not a surprise. I use blue and white everywhere. It is one of the single most unifying elements
in my home. It has the ability to look classic and timeless and just a tad modern all at the same time.
For blue and white pieces to call to me, they obviously do not have to be expensive or historical.
True to my personality, I would much rather find pieces digging in a flea market box or at Ross- the best retail
flea market on the planet.
*Mirrors
Every room in my house has multiple mirrors in it. Our 1950’s ranch fixer upper (understatement)
has eight foot ceilings.
The remedy? Larger pieces of furniture and mirrors that sparkle and move the light.
*Brass Trays
I should correct that to say all trays. Everyone talks about how trays anchor a grouping, but in my home
they also do something else.
They hide what is underneath (scratches, imperfections).
Guess what else I use to do the same thing?
Mirrored place mats. It is all about moving the light.
*Lamps
Over the years, I have stockpiled a collection of flea market lamps and lamps from Ross.
I am not a fan of overhead lighting.
My favorite way to dress up a tired lamp is using a black lamp shade.
It anchors a lamp and stops the eye and the room from fading away by seeing too many white ‘hats’ on all of
the lamps.
*Books
Books are the great pedestals and hiders in my decor world.
I have to have them. They elevate things in a grouping and provide a touch of classic color that
appeals to me.
What do they hide? Whatever needs hiding.
Do you have any items in your home you can’t live without?
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24 comments:
Love your home! I use lots of books and mirrors too:) Have a blessed day dear friend, HUGS!
And I must say, I like the classical busts in your photos of the Goddess Artemis (?) and Michelangelo's David. My sister is nuts for blue-and-white porcelain too.
You had me at Blue and White! Ha! Hugs and blessings, Cindy
I'm a sucker for pottery and dishes.
I too love books in a room. One of my favorite restaurants had a wall of books, and I loved it. Adore blue and white pieces as well, timeless. And, we always have candles burning.
love your list... we're kindred souls :)
I really love the idea of using mirrored place mats. Ingenious! Where do you find your black lampshades?
Laura,
Perfect list and one can never ever go wrong with blue and white!
Have a lovely day,
xo
Jemma
The blue and white, definitely. In every room. I like the idea of a black lampshade and may just give it a try. I have read that every room should have something black. I like bowls and seem to have them everywhere - an enormous bowl of shells on the coffee table, a red transferware bowl on the sideboard, a bowl full of blue and white carpet balls on the tea table.
Your home is beautiful! We like some of the same things which is no surprise. :)
No blue and white here in my house...that just might need to change.
Like you, these are top on my list too. I would also have to add rugs for our hardwood floors, foot stools, and wood trays and boxes. Beautiful shots! Hope you are enjoying a great day.
I do love those spots of blue and white sitting around. Very classic!
Lovely! The blue and white is timelessly elegant!
I feel like I have found a kindred spirit. As I read your post I looked around my house, mirrors, some blue and white, lots of books yup. Gotta work on the lamps.
Oh, how lovely Laura! And, I do have some pieces I cannot live without. Some Andrea Birds, two Tiffany lamps for starters. Lovely post!
You decorate your home beautifully! I adore that mirror in the second photo especially! xx
Hi Laura,
I have always loved your sense of style. From time to time over the years I've peeked in on your blog to see what you have going on. I'm a fan of blue and white, brass, and books. We have that in common for sure. I especially love that gold tray setting on the stack of books. The lines are gorgeous. I totally understand what you mean about moving light around in a house. Living in Alaska I will try just about anything to bring more light in during our very dark days. Thankfully, we are getting a bit more light and sunshine in now.
Thank you for sharing with us at Thursday Favorite Things Blog Hop
Olivia- Co-hostess
Reinvented Collection
Thank you for sharing your lovely home decor at the Thursday Favorite Things blog hop. Watch for your feature tomorrow xo
I like many of these things also. Especially the blue an white. Your home is very timeless and elegant! Thanks for sharing at Home Sweet Home!
LOVE using books in decorating!
These are great!
Thanks for joining us on the Alder Collective! Pinning, and we hope to see you again soon!
Your home is beautiful. I love how you use trays on top of stacks of books. I will be looking out for trays now.
Beautiful vignettes, I specially love your blue and white ginger jars. I got one for C'mas from my sweet daughter and I love it.
I too find decorating with books so elegant and homey.
Happy Valentine's.
FABBY
Your post really speaks to me, the way I decorate and the things I need for my home to feel like home to me. I'm definitely a tray-lover, too. Two of my very favorite things to use in my decor are lanterns/hurricanes & candles (both real and faux).
Happy Valentine's Day!
Carol
I love mirrors, blue and white and books, too. In fact, I have the same ginger jar that you do. Only wish I had bought two just alike. I've learned my lesson on buying pairs.
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