Fresh Flowers!

Stopped by the local flower stand (actually, this is at the local health food store), and the display of flowers was amazing... how do you just pick one? Do you go with what looks best? Do you go with color? Or white? Do you buy one of each, and no groceries...?

This holiday weekend I went with these bright and cheerful Hyacinths... They are not that common in Florida, so I grabbed the chance to change it up a little, never mind that they were a fortune, sometimes you just have buy that luxury item you can't live without! - and in this case, that's two bunches of hyacinths, which I am sure will keep me smiling the whole weekend and hopefully next week as well :)

Hope your Easter weekend will be fun!

Natasha

Image NHH for the Northern Light blog. If you borrow, please link back!

Tropical Flavor

I know, I know... Enough with the holiday ornaments already, is what I am guessing you are saying right about now? 

... Notice the big clam shell :) I think I will try this; In fact I will try this, I'm going to fill it with all silver balls!!

Just wanted to share these pretty and easy to customize Christmas ornaments with you, courtesy of Anna Spiro. I find that the pink ribbon gives these hand blown glass pieces a little punch, and super easy to change to your color scheme!!

Have a wonderful weekend!

Natasha

Image via ABT

New on the Virtual Newsstand...

If you have a little extra time this holiday season, check out the new rue holiday issue!
Love the Kelly Green and the big hair. Ready for the holiday parties my friends??
... such a pretty cover, don't you think?

Natasha 

Image via rue mag

Getting Ready?

Have you been setting the table today? Cooking for Thanksgiving? Hope you have a wonderful day with friends and family!!! Enjoy... :)

Natasha

Image from Pinterest via Anne Sage

New on the Virtual Newsstand...

Look... it's the new Lonny!! Did you peek yet? Loved Kari Costas "We went mad for..." picks!
Can't wait for some quiet time to actually read the new Lonny, this week has been crazy busy :)

Natasha

PS. Is it too early to start with the Christmas stuff??? I am just asking! I love the glow of the candles and Christmas lights, don't worry, the tree is not going up yet :)

Image via Lonny

It's the weekend!

Margarita perfection :)

To all my US readers; Have a wonderful Memorial Day weekend !
... and to everyone else; "It's five o'clock somewhere", so go ahead, have a cocktail :)

Natasha

Image via Coastal Living

On the twelfth day of Christmas...

On the twelfth day of Christmas, I want to say Thank You to all that have stopped by, to all that have left a comment, to all that have taken the time to follow... and to all of you who read from a far!

Have a very Merry Christmas!

Natasha

Image via Country Living

Eleventh Holiday Post.

Wrap it up!
Christmas is just around the corner....

Natasha

Image unknown, sorry....

Tenth Holiday Post.

Setting the table is always fun! Use the old with the new and lots of candles! Use glass and reflective surfaces to really make the table sparkle.... This table scape totally reminds me of how my mother would use natural elements, mixed in with the china! Hi P!

How are you planning to set the table? Lots of glitz? Natural? Festive colors? Neutrals?

Natasha

Image via Femina.dk

Did you get flowers today?

White Poinsettias make such a lush and pretty arrangement in a simple glass vase! I'm so over the red potted version...... sorry ;)

Natasha

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Nineth Holiday Post.

 


Soothing color and beautiful textures......

Winter landscape + white Christmas tree + huge mirror = lots of light! Love how the soft blues and greens of the living room is echoed in the Christmas tree decoration....

.... even the antlers have been decorated ;)

Happy - last minute - decorating! It's not too late!!

Natasha

Images via Living etc.

Happy Monday!

So simple, so pretty!

Natasha

Image via French Larkspur

Eight Holiday Post.

Nordic Christmas in the home of Danish Design couple Keld Mikkelsen and Marianne Brandi.

I totally love how the frames are layered, the silver and gold leaf show so beautiful against the soft grey walls!

Pulling in a little color from the pillows and the rug, the Christmas tree is decorated in softly hued purple and metallic bulbs. (Notice the beautiful stuccoed ceiling!)

The tall paneling is to die for!!!!

The Copenhagen apartment is dressed beautifully in warm winter colors, the blankets, the velvet fabric on the small wing back chairs, lots of pillows, lots of striped throw rugs.... looks like a fantastic space to spend cozy hours with friends and family!

In the master bedroom, a huge mirror takes advantage of the tall ceilings, beautifully spreading the natural light, and yet another display using metallic! All the little vases are from DAY Home, where Marianne Brandi is Head of Design.

I love how sparse this room is, even though it's a large room, it's not cluttered with furniture and "stuff"!

The Copenhagen apartment is "subdued Scandinavian naturals combined with international Bohemia",
as Marianne put it ...  As the creative person behind DAY Home, she has impeccable taste and it shows in her interior design as well!!
I am looking forward to sharing two other houses of theirs with you... stay tuned, as the images I have are not Christmas-y.. ;)

Have a wonderful week,

Natasha


Image #1 & #3 DAY magazine, Image #2, #4 - #7 Living Etc.

Seventh Holiday Post

 

... now you know why it's so hard for guests to not hang out in the kitchen.... would you want to go anywhere else, if you could stand here?? Yummy!!
The simple black birdcage is re-purposed as a "candle holder", and along with the natural branches, the butcher block island, the natural theme is well thought out!

Notice how the natural theme is carried through to the dining table; not only the branches and the antler candle holder, but also the fact that the table is left "bare"!

Here a little tray is filled with antlers, candles and Christmas balls in different sizes and finishes.

Have a cozy weekend!

Natasha

Images via Bo Bedre

Just a pretty picture!

...The dinner party was a success!

I was the happy recipient of two beautiful Christmas tree ornaments, hand painted in white and silver, with a little glitter.... SO, so pretty!!

Natasha

Image via Skona Hem

Fifth Holiday Post.

I have been planing a holiday party for The Girls this evening.... Yes, I know it's Tuesday, but since we are all so busy I figured this would be a good day!
Want it to be festive, so I hope everyone shows up in pretty dresses!  Are you planning a holiday get-together? Do tell!! I'll be sure to take a few images to share.

Natasha

Image via Domino

Happy Monday!

Great idea for a little organic Christmas spirit..... So fresh and pretty!
Hang this ball in a doorway, or leave it on a table...

Natasha

Image via Quatre Coeur

Fourth Holiday Post.

Having bombarded you with vivid color all week, I am going pale and silvery on you for the weekend! Also, notice the keyhole......

This is what I am planning to do over the weekend...
We are not doing a tree, so I will be finding other creative ways to display the Christmas stuff!

Just LOVE how this wreath has a little silvery sparkle, the graduated balls and the silvery leaves woven in to the wreath... Beautiful!

Have a wonderful weekend!!

Natasha

Image #1 & #3 MSL, Image #2 Via Brabourne Farm

Third Holiday Post (one for the kids)

.... I better speed it up, as there are twelve days of Christmas, right??
This post will be for the kids, or the kid in all of us, come take a peek!

....now, I for one, have not seen one of these little friends on a Christmas tree before, you? He's kind of cute, huh?
And he has a brother, scroll down to meet him :)

The final product, prominently placed in the Children's playroom, how fun!! Wondering - out loud - how long the tree lasts looking this good???

SO pretty and festive! If you would like a little guide on how to put together something like this for your kids, head on over here!

What do you think? Amazing or too much?
I think it's fun and innovative!!

Natasha

Images via here

Second Holiday Post.

 

I guess I am on a Non-Traditional-Christmas-Color-Kick...... 

I am totally over the red and green thing going on, and totally in love with the pinks (no big surprise for those who know me!) as well as the citrus colors!! Just look how it lends a punch of color to an otherwise beautiful and cool pallet.

And here is a REALLY super cute idea for the holiday table!! Use left over ribbon for the "ties" and use what ever card stock you have laying around.... and if you do not have card stock, head to the paint supply store, pick up some paint chips, cut them into shape, and voila!! If you don't want to use the exact same color place cards, try picking up a bunch in similar colors, as above, it makes the table scape a little more interesting!!

Have a great week everyone!!

Natasha

Images via MSL