Showing posts with label The Monday Mix. Show all posts
Showing posts with label The Monday Mix. Show all posts

Monday, August 22, 2011

The Monday Mix: Fashion and Decor

Hi everyone, Welcome to the ninth installment of the Monday Mix. This one will be a quickie because as I explained last week- I'm running out of ideas ...and images. 

Today's Monday Mix: Bathing Suits and Decor

Completely Coastal
So there it is, my one and only image but such a fun idea! 
Vintage bathing suits framed and used as art. How fun for a coastal home or summer house!

Monday, August 15, 2011

The Monday Mix: Fashion and Decor

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Welcome to the eighth installment of The Monday Mix! This has been such a fun series but frankly I am running out of ideas. I've got one more for next week and then I think I'll do a "Best Of" just so that I can eek out a tenth installment and appease my obsession over even numbers! If you have any other ideas I would love to hear them!
The Monday Mixes so far are:



Today's Monday Mix: Juju Hats and Decor

That's right I said juju hat! Have you ever heard of them? I had never heard of them but now that I know about them I see them everywhere.  


Here they are used as wall decor:

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Originally they were made of red parrot feathers and worn by African royalty chiefs or prominent members of African society during royal affairs, weddings or funerals.


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There is actually an intricately woven basket structure on the underside. Palm leaves tipped with a feather are inserted into that structure and the outer palms are covered with silk. 


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Besides being worn by established men in the community they were also worn by Juju dancers. 




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Would a juju hat fit in with your decor?

...And Don't Forget! 
I've got two great Give-Aways going on now!
Pet Portrait Give Away going on HERE
Remsign House Number Give Away going on HERE

Monday, August 1, 2011

The Monday Mix: Fashion and Decor

Back to business. I've been away with my family to a place where the worlds greatest designer surely made his mark! Where, you ask? Chateaugay Lake- the most northern lake in the Adirondacks. 
Nine days with no cell phones, TV, radio, or internet-
It is our Heaven on earth! 
Last Monday I skipped the Monday Mix because I was guest posting at the Vintique Object. I hope you had a chance to visit Camille's blog and check that out. My little guy was quite proud that his bedroom was featured on a blog!

Today's Monday Mix: Umbrellas and Decor

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Perfect! 
Umbrellas in rain boots -though I don't believe they are actual boots. Even so, it adds a little whimsy in this entryway.


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As a young teen, I also used painted, paper umbrellas to decorate my bedroom. This brings back memories!


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A collection of black umbrellas fits right in with the black and white color scheme.


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Of course umbrellas make great decorations for bridal showers.



Little Green Notebook

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Do you remember these umbrellas? They were all the rage when I was in elementary school!


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Created by Hans van Benthem;
Photo by Masumi Shishid

The reflection in the mirror is awesome!

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I'm actually inspired by this photo. I have two galvanized tubs that I use for drinks on the deck- I think I will spruce them up a bit.



I don't know what the event is but I bet that artists are involved. 
Pretty artsy don't you think? I love it!

Now, I want to show you some more amazing photos of open umbrellas used outdoors for decoration. 



How gorgeous is this? ...and where do you even find such beautiful umbrellas?! 
I love the black and white striped umbrella in the foreground.



Another fun and whimsical display.

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The shadows that these umbrellas cast are equally as beautiful and interesting as the actual umbrella display.


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The umbrellas sure brighten up this very, umm, can I say ugly space?
Isn't it amazing what color does? 

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Like a cloud, but not a rain cloud. 
Just an enormous, ethereal chandelier seemingly floating in midair!

I'll never look at umbrellas the same way again :)

Monday, July 18, 2011

The Monday Mix: Fashion and Decor

The Monday Mix today is Dresses and Decor

It's always a surprise, I never know what I'm going to find! Talk about one of a kind decor! Dresses and Decor... I think it's my favorite mix thus far- so many creative ways to use a frock!

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Would you ever think of using a collection of pretty summer dresses for a window treatment! 

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 How pretty is this?!
I've seen a lot of paintings lately of dresses- mostly like the ones that Ballard Design sells (below), but this blue dress is very unique.

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Moment in Time Giclee Print
Ballard Designs

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This photo was just sooo breathtaking, I had to include it!

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If your dress coordinates with your bedding you might let it have an extended stay outside of the closet.

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Look how cute it can look... just hanging on the wall, complimenting everything else!

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A dress as wall art- Why not?


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Special dresses as wall art in a little girls room. 
It's so hard to pack away those cute little holiday dresses- don't!


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A vintage dress can be inspiring in a studio.

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...and in the wardrobe- sometimes we need a little more time to admire that little black dress that debuts only occasionally!

This has been the fifth installment of the Monday Mix: Fashion and Decor
Are you inspired to view your fashion items in a new way?

If you have a photo that you would like to include in any of The Monday Mixes, please send it to me:
If you have a blog-include a link. I'm more than happy to link your photo back to your site.

Check out the other installments of The Monday Mix
for some photo inspiration:

Monday, July 11, 2011

The Monday Mix: Fashion and Decor

On Mondays I choose a fashion item that looks great with it's surrounding decor. Sometimes's we mix fashion and decor accidentally (check out some previous Monday Mixes HERE and HERE) and sometimes we do it intentionally. I feature snapshots from both. 
If you would like to participate in one of "The Monday Mixes", look for the info at the end of the post. 
Ricki Jill of Art at Home was inspired by The Monday Mix: Jewelry and Decor and sent me a beautiful pairing of the two!

What a cute tablescape!

Today's Monday Mix: Silk scarves and Decor!

Rachel Joins The Fray

Obviously an intentional pairing. This framed silk scarf is a work of art and pulls together this summer seating arrangement.

Make Under My Life

A basket on the dresser to hold a couple of your current faves is both functional and decorative.

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Here's a great way to display scarves that you don't wear anymore. Make them into pillows!


Elegant Decorating

Dressing up a small table is an obvious and very pretty way to use a silk scarf. 

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From elegant, (in the previous picture) to shabby chic in this home featured in Country Living magazine, silk scarves are easy table toppers.

Material Girls

Another gorgeous mix of colors and silk scarves made into pillows!

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A collection of six framed scarves. 
Wouldn't it be fun to hunt for scarves at antique marts for the sole purpose of putting together a collection like this?!


My personal favorite use of a silk scarf that I found! Just tied onto the back of an office chair- the colors accent the cushion and makes the space feel personal. I love it!



If you have used silk scarves as part of your decor, send your pics to michellesamoraj@gmail.com
I will feature them in next weeks post.