A Very Vintage Christmas

So I just spotted the latest Christmas album from She & Him, the band is an unlikely pairing including country folk artist M. Ward and actress Zooey Deschanel. It's a nostalgic Christmas trip which to me feels very at home for SF, so with that in mind (and I know I'm a bit early on this one)

 I'm inspired by dreams of a vintage Christmas. 

From thebeehivecottage.blogspot.com

From Anthropologie.com

From thecraftingchicks.com

From etsy.com

The ultimate Christmas apparel From http://www.modcloth.com/

What would Christmas be without a little baking. These no bake fudgy snow balls look delish and they are dairy-free, egg-free, gluten-free, vegan - looks like this one could be a winner.

From http://www.skinnytaste.com/

From 1.bp.blogspot.com

Lino print tree ornament From flickr.com

Prematurely...Happy Holidays!

Eerily Elegant Halloween Decorating

So I'm a little rusty on the Halloween front. It's not really a celebrated holiday in the UK. Nonetheless I managed to conjure up some inspirations. 

Love this bunting - an easy DIY project which is a welcome alternative to generic streamers. For indoor or outdoor use I think both applications add a simple, but elegant home made celebration - and don't forget the mice! 

Image from carinagardner.com


I'm absolutely in love with this Hitchcock esque silhouette bird theme. Understated but love the atmosphere. 

From countryliving.com


Why carve when you can stencil? - a great way to introduce trend -based decor inspiration. Tribal, lace, navajo, chevron - not sure if I'm patient enough, but plaid or polka could also be fun. 

From blogs.babble.com


The classic monogram - any excuse to have fun with fonts. 

From agrablewski.com


These put a big smile on my face - chubby ghosts - amazing. 

From jennysteffens.blogspot.com


Keeping it elegant with Monochrome

Image from thehappytulip.blogspot.com

A modern twist - metallic pumpkins and accents alongside black and white treats - an easy accomplishment with a can of spray paint.  Try visiting your local thrift store to source interesting statues/figures/trophies etc. Spray paint them monochrome and you have a instant accessory. 

Image from October issue of Family Circle

This image feels like home to me - brightly coloured tree branches in the back offer a minimal, but beautiful arrangement. 

Image from bhg.com

A how to - chevron pumpkin carving

Image from witandwhistle.com

Amazing burlap bunting - another easy DIY

Image from etsy.com