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Interior Design Decorating Trends 2024

Interior design decorating trends 2024 predictions differ from one interior designer-decorator-decorista to the next.

As for the formula I use I take into account various predictions, conduct a quick retrospect of the previous year’s hits and misses, factor in personal taste preferences, and suggest accordingly.

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Interior design and decorating rules aside, I study at the what works in your home is what appeals to your personal style school of thought.

With that in mind, let’s take a look at a sampling of Interior Design Decorating Trends 2024.

Table Lamps

Lighting is relevant to the feel you want the space to convey, and the trend toward table lamps flips the style switch to focal point fabulous in both the on and off position.

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Walden Floral Jade Marble Table Lamp

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House & Garden – Photography By Mike Karlsson Lundgren

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Flower Magazine – Photography by Emily Followill

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Camille Styles – Claire Zinnecker Design

Sage Green

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Lauren Lothrop Caron

Sage green is the color to embrace in 2024.

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French Gray No.18

Some say sage green is a neutral while others say sage green is an inspired gray-green shade extraordinaire.

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Versatile as a color choice for walls and/ or trim detail, this versatile shade of verdant green takes to the space it graces in simple yet elegant tone and taste.

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Southern Living Magazine – Photography by Laurey W. Glenn

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Elle Decor – Photography by Jennifer Hughes

Metals Beyond Brass

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In almost every what’s hot for the new year forecast of the past few years metals have made the list.

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Jean Stoffer Design

Warm tones invite a sense of cozy comfort to the metals mix with decoristas continuing to show a preference to home decor accents and accessories which convey and invite cozy to hearth and home.

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Kelley McNamara Design

This two for one photo showcasing mixed metals and brown furniture illustrates the reason why both are primed to be on trend in 2024.

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Veranda Magazine – Photography by Zeke Ruelas

Brown Furniture

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Flower Magazine

Brown furniture is primed to be in the furnishings focal point spotlight in 2024.

Excuse me, did brown furniture every really fade from the spotlight?

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Borgo Santo Pietro

Rich in tone and hue, the intensity of brown furniture exudes depth and warmth.

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Corey Damen Jenkins and Associates LLC

Although not formally on the 2024 trend radar, antique pieces continue to find a top spot on the Places In The Home interior design and decorating hit list and with good reason.

Antique pieces play the room in house to home harmony to influence, balance, and complement other design styles resulting in a space enveloped in personality.

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Carlos David – Photography by Douglas Friedman

Timeless in presence and provenance, antique pieces lend a quality to most design styles as a lone focal point accent or anchor style of the space.

Provenance tells the story of premier craftmanship and sustainability while finishes and details create visual interest.

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Cathedral Giving by Design – Photography by Emily Followill

Murals

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Schumacher Romantic Bosphorus

Murals set a scene replete in classic elegance brought to life through subtle colors used to depict serene scenes.

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Rural Painting Wall Mural

Perhaps not initially the intended purpose, it is almost impossible for a wall mural not to become the focal point of the space it covers.

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Susan Harter Muralpapers

Dramatic Color

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Homes & Gardens – Photography by James Merrell

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Charlotte Moss

Small touches of color will be replaced in favor of spaces color drenched in dramatic color encouraging tone and hue to absorb light and distribute it throughout a space.

Veranda Magazine – Photography by Mali Azima

Pantone 2024 Color of Year Peach Fuzz inspires the wall of this lounge corner.

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Veranda Magazine – Photography by Kelly Marshall

Stand Out Stone

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Elle Decor – Photography by Tim Lenz

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Jessica Helgerson Interior Design

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Sans Soucis chinoiserie wallpaper

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Widell and Boschetti

Central to form and function, stand out stone makes a commanding presence.

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Luxe Interiors + Design – Photography by Stephen brad ramsey interiors

Beautiful as a floor to ceiling option, stand out stone remains a timeless material of choice in interior design and decorating.

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House & Garden Magazine – Photography by Simon Upton

Awake Polished Ultra Compact Surface Off-white

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Brad Ramsey Interiors

Diversity in colors, textures, and patterns along with durable materials known to natural stone choices such as limestone, travertine, marble, quartz, onyx, and slate offer long-lasting durability while achieving the goal of stunning interior design and decorating features-a unique visual result.

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Domino

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Canet Gris 17 in. x 17 in. Porcelain Floor and Wall Tile

Essential Travertine Gray 23.50 in. x 47.08 in. Porcelain Floor and Wall Tile

Arctic Gray 12 in. x 12 in. Natural Polished Stone Floor and Wall Tile

Michella Marbella 24 in. x 48 in. Polished Porcelain Floor and Wall Tile

Eat In Kitchens

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House & Garden Magazine – Photography by Simon Brown

Gathering together in the heart of the home aka the kitchen for breakfast, lunch or dinner is a concept easier implemented in the eat-in kitchen.

Island time.

Centrally located dining table.

Nook.

Corner banquette.

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Tori Rubinson Interiors

Changing tastes and reimagined uses for the spaces and places in the home give rise to the multipurpose concept, and the all-in-one attraction of the eat-in kitchen exemplifies why this feature is appealing to more and more interior designers, decorators and decoristas alike.

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House & Garden Magazine – Photography by Lucas Allen

1970s Style

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Jeffrey Bilhuber LLC

Particularly fun and in the spirit of decades past, 1970s style is captivating the eye of interior designers and decorators for 2024.

Everything old is new again to some extent, so why not approach the warm earthy colors, textures, and patterns of this trend with whimsical fancy through shapes, fabrics, and get down get funky accents.

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1stDibs – Photography Shared by Galerie Glustin

Butler’s Pantry

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Whittney Parkinson Design

Regarded as an extension of the main kitchen, a butler’s pantry allows the flow from kitchen to supporting space giving exactly that, more space.

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Veranda Magazine – Photography by Mali Azima

Additional kitchen appliances easily find space and home as well as serving and hosting wares or a niched wet bar area.

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Tori Rubinson Design

Personal Style

Personal style trends as a Places In The Home perennial favorite-the consummate design aesthetic.

“If you love something, it will work.
That’s the only real rule.”

— Bunny Williams

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Valentine’s Day Gift Giving Ideas

Valentine’s Day gift giving ideas are a red hot conversation heart for those ready to gift with love. Let’s take a gander at these bountiful bouquets of ideas for your Valentine’s Day gift considering ideas.

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Red roses are the traditional flower and color most closely associated with Valentine’s Day, however, loveliness and meaning are found in a dozen pink, yellow, orange, or lavender roses.

Red Roses = romance

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Pink Roses = love and gratitude

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Yellow Roses = joy

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Orange Roses = fascination

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Lavender Roses = love at first sight

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Knowing the likes and loves of your recipient(s) is a huge plus to scoring big points in the Valentine’s Day gift giving ideas game.

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Domino Magazine – Photography by Caitlin Beyer

Unique accents and accessories for home or office make a lasting impression and style statement.

HIGH PLAINS DRIFTER by Ray Whitson

High Plains Drifter by Ray Whitson Buffalo Bison Prairie Framed Print

Formosa Stone Table Lamp

Formosa Stone Table Lamp

Set of 2 4.5oz Woodwick Candles Gift Whiskey + Oak & Leather + Embers - Threshold™

Set of 2 4.5oz Woodwick Candles Gift Whiskey + Oak & Leather + Embers

4-Pc. Vintage Gino Tin Gift Set - Refreshing Formula

4-Pc. Vintage Gino Tin Gift Set – Refreshing Formula

Valentines Sweater Dog Figurine

Valentines Sweater Dog Figurine

Metal Wallet Card with Photo Leather Wallet For Him

Metal Wallet Card with Photo Leather Wallet For Him

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New Balance Fresh Foam Roav

Top Leather Cognac Mid Century Modern Genuine Leather Accent Armchair with Vintage Aluminum Exterior Accented and Rivets

Top Leather Cognac Mid Century Modern Genuine Leather Accent Armchair

From fine to faux and every price point in between, a handsome watch rates as a nice Valentine’s Day gift giving ideas choice.

Relic By Fossil Mens Brown Leather Strap Watch

Relic By Fossil Mens Brown Leather Strap Watch

Geneva Mens Brown Strap Watch

Geneva Mens Brown Strap Watch

Valentine’s Day gifts have long captured the hearts of both the giver and the recipient alike.

Set of 5 Vintage Books

Set of 5 Art Deco Literary Vintage Books

Art Deco Literary Bookish Decor Bookshelf Set

Art Deco Literary Bookish Decor Bookshelf Set

Light Oak Small Heart Shaped Handmade Wooden Photo Frame

Light Oak Small Heart Shaped Handmade Wooden Photo Frame

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Marion Cross, Milagro Heart, Large Gold Catholic Heart, Wall Hanging

Gold Milagro Heart Wall Hanging

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Gold Milagro Heart

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Large Capacity Work Tote Bags

Ambrielle Pajama Capri Pants

Ambrielle Pajama Capri Pants

Comfy Warm Slip-On Rose Heart Love Slippers

Comfy Warm Slip-On Rose Heart Love Slippers

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Queen of Hearts Bath Mat

Spring styles and patterns give hope to warm days will again be here before you know it.

Short Sleeve Notch Collar Top and Shorts Knit Pajama Set

Short Sleeve Notch Collar Top and Shorts Knit Pajama Set

These next treasures fall into the same category as Christmas stocking stuffers- fabulously festive.

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Personalized wax seal stamp with 3 triple initials monogram

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Floral Embrace – Wooden Jigsaw Puzzle

Lindt Lindor Valentine’s Strawberries and Cream White Chocolate Truffles

Beloved Cherry Blossom & Tea Rose Bath Bomb

Lip Shaped Acrylic Claw Hair Clip – Red

Burt’s Bees Bee Mine Moisturizing Lip Balm – Strawberry

15oz Valentine’s Day Amor Mug – Threshold™

Valentine Ceramic Short Building Figurine Pink/White – Spritz™

10ct Blank Note Cards Rose Bush

Personalized Wax Seal Stamp with 3 Triple Initials Monogram

Floral Bouquet Soap Petals 20 Piece

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Jo Malone London Red Roses Cologne

“The beauty of fragrance is that it speaks to
your heart and hopefully someone else’s.”

–Elizabeth Taylor

Viktor&Rolf Flowerbomb Eau de Parfum

Viktor&Rolf Flowerbomb Eau de Parfum

Gucci Bloom Ambrosia di Fiori Eau de Parfum

Gucci Bloom Ambrosia di Fiori Eau de Parfum

Fun is just a fact of fashion, and love and hearts make a fun and festive theme for a priced right for quality Valentine’s Day pink Mary Jane ballet flats, crew neck sweaters, day into evening clutch bag, and fashion earrings.

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Mary Jane Square-Toe Ballet Flats for Women

Time and Tru Women's Print Crew Neck Sweater

Time and Tru Women’s Print Crew Neck Sweater

♥ this!

Tortoise Heart Top Handle Satchel

Tortoise Heart Top Handle Satchel

Carolina Herrera Lipstick Cap

Carolina Herrera Lipstick Cap

Nina Shoes Evening Bag

Nina Shoes Evening Bag

Bijoux Bar Heart Drop Earrings

Bijoux Bar Heart Drop Earrings

Gold Tone Heart Drop Earrings

Gold Tone Heart Drop Earrings

Options are good, and these pull back Cupid’s arrow and take aim at the heart of the Valentine’s Day matter.

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Initials Necklace Ampersand or Heart

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Luxe 18K Gold-plated Lock Necklace

Personalized Envelope Locket

Personalized Envelope Locket

Rings, necklaces, and earrings sit even prettier housed in lovely organizers and trinket trays.

6" Ceramic Trinket Tray by Ashland®

6″ Ceramic Trinket Tray by Ashland®

Shiny Heart Jewelry Organizer Box - A New Day™

Shiny Heart Jewelry Organizer Box – A New Day™

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Greenleaf Fairfield Kit Dollhouse

Greenleaf Fairfield Kit Dollhouse

May I present an idea or two for Valentine’s Day gifts in the spirit of home is where the heart is.

Vintage Pink Botanical Print

Vintage Pink Botanical Print

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Aged Rose Oval Tole Tray

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10-Cup Elveden White Stove Top Kettle

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Valentine’s Day Lazy Susan & Bowls

emile-henry-french-ceramic-ruffled-heart-dish Emile Henry French Ceramic Ruffle Heart Pie Dish

Nathalie Lete Charmante Dinner Plate

Nathalie Lete Heritage Dinner Plate

ROSE BLUE FLOWER Area Rug by Kavka Designs

ROSE BLUE FLOWER Area Rug by Kavka Designs

Coral Drift Rose Bush

Coral Drift Rose Bush

Heart Shaped Forged Hand Hoe

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Just remember in the winterFar beneath the bitter snowsLies the seed that with the sun’s loveIn the spring becomes the rose

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For him.

For her.

For home.

With love in mind, these Valentine’s Day gift giving ideas get to the heart of the matter.

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Decorative Storage Solutions

Decorative storage solutions come with the there’s no better time than the beginning of a New Year territory.

Getting your house in order and neatly organized is a necessary all things house that makes a home activity.

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We accumulate scads of stuff in a 365 day period, and organizing it all can be a daunting undertaking, however, decorative storage solutions serves as the upside to this task.

Don’t you just love the hope, motivation, and get your act together decorative storage ideas a new year or a new season brings.

Stylish options for storing the I need that-that’s an heirloom-we might need it stuff is the question.

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Photo by Zachary Staines

Putting the spaces and the places in your home on a diet will help to get the job done.

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Declutter

Declutter by definition is removing unnecessary items from an untidy or overcrowded place.

Decluttering is a physical and mental activity- you stretch, you reach, you bend, you lift, you give thought to.

When you live in a clutter free (or greatly reduced) environment, you can find things easier. You can get from point A to point B without having to negotiate an obstacle course of stuff.

Decluttering restores order, reduces stress and anxiety, and gives instant visual results.

If you haven’t used or admired it or over the last year, the time is now to part ways with it

If you haven’t used, admired, or simply lost that loving feeling for a particular item, the time is now to part ways with it.

Of course, exceptions to this suggestion exist.

Family heirlooms, inherited collections, and items steeped in sentimental value, but not your present day décor choices, may better fit your décor tucked away in a keepsake storage box-container.

Edit

Editing allows you to clear the canvas so you can see the space in a new light.

Taking away from often adds to the flow of a space and promotes a comprehensive appearance.

Transferring from Within

Transferring furnishings and décor accessories from one room to another puts a new spin on things.

Groupings with the emphasis placed on cohesiveness will balance the scale of the room.

Absolutely play with the look. Give thought to placement; mixing and mingling about the space furnishings and accents at first glance may not seem to play beautifully together. Some of the best looks I’ve ever put together began just this way.

If the look doesn’t work your keen eye will know it.

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Southern Home Magazine – Photography by Emily Followill

Winter is here again folks, and I for one am all about the cozy indoor projects beneficial to bright and fresh.

Note the blue and white porcelain jars on each end of the fireplace mantel.

These easily can become decorative storage solutions for housing fireplace starters, matches, and candles- all essentials for creating a warm winter’s day into evening ambiance.

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Better Homes & Gardens -Photography by Stacy Zarin Goldberg

Tracking in the outdoors can wreak havoc on floors, rugs, and carpets. Stopping tracked in stuff in its tracks may not be completely doable.

Mitigate the problem by having decorative storage solutions utilized in entryways and mudrooms to house, store, and organize at the ready.

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Andrew Howard Interior Design

Keeping order and organization in an entryway can prove to be quite a feat, especially when it is a designated high traffic area.

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Folsom 6-Piece Entryway Set with Bench

Decorative hooks of the most unique and imaginative kind, umbrella stands, rattan baskets in assorted sizes and shapes, coat racks, and benches are the storage options that can help to tame the savage clutter beast.

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Tyler Square Tall Tote Basket with Handles

As smart and savvy ideas for decorative storage solutions go, baskets, boxes, compartmentalized organizers, racks, and dividers continue to lead the way in stylish options for honing our home storage and organizational skills.

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Woven Rattan House-Shaped Hamper
Braided Book Basket
Brown Woven House Basket

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Quintessence – Cabana Magazine – Photography by Miguel Flores-Vianna

Inviting cozy warmth to the winter days and nights party begins with introducing home and hearth to decorative ideas for firewood storage.

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Virginia Living

Antique armoires, sideboards, cupboard cabinets, new or vintage display cases, bookcases, and crates have the space potential to become great housing for just about everything we need and use in our day to day.

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Back in our flipping days, Dave the Builder thought I had lost my mind when I campaigned for converting small, basic utilitarian spaces such as side porches, nondescript alcoves, or even a bedroom into a large closet.

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Architectural Digest

Most of the houses built in the 1930s-1940s-1950s do not offer adequate closet space, especially by modern day standards.

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Scalloped Wicker Storage Baskets (Set of 2)

Twisted Open Checkered Weave Milk Crate Natural

All Purpose Storage Bin

All Purpose Storage Bin

Storage space is a hot commodity, as witnessed by the in demand designer closet suites of today.

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1stDibs – Photography by Christopher Dibble

Stack, store, and display storage options need not be plain, boring, or lacking in the decorative oomph.

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Household Essentials® Collapsible Storage Boxes with Lids in Orange (Set of 2)

Household Essentials® Collapsible Storage Boxes with Lids in Orange (Set of 2)

Unexpected placement and purpose has the decorative chops to land a super chic look. I like the idea of using items not quite so on the nose to further complement both project and purpose.

5Pack 3Gal Heavy Duty Plastic Storage Bins with Durable Lid and Secure Latching Buckles, Orange

When balanced properly, the marriage of two styles achieves visual interest and keeps the look fresh and fun.

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Crew on Unsplash

Free Ship No 116 Flat Top Steamer Trunk with Double Trays Antique Circa 1900

Free Ship No 116 Flat Top Steamer Trunk with Double Trays Antique Circa 1900

Trunks, chests, storage benches, and coffee tables make excellent 2-for-1 storage options.

Brown Leather Traditional Trunk (Set of 3)

Brown Leather Traditional Trunk (Set of 3)

New or vintage trunks and suitcases make excellent decorative storage solutions.

Texture® Brand Trunk - Houndstooth Gray

Texture® Brand Trunk – Houndstooth Gray

Carbon Loft Lochhead Vintage Decorative Suitcase (Set of 3)

Carbon Loft Lochhead Vintage Decorative Suitcase (Set of 3)

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1stDibs – Photography by Eric Piasecki

Pack away memories, photos, papers, collectibles, ties, socks, dress shirts, and the like in storage solutions brimming in color, texture, and pattern.

Woven Storage Boxes Set of 2 Taupe - Threshold™

Woven Storage Boxes Set of 2 Taupe – Threshold™

Artisan Fluted Acacia Bin

Artisan Fluted Acacia Bin

Copper & Mocha Woven Kiva Storage Bins

Versatile and affordable collapsible fabric storage cubes suit your storage needs in an array of sizes and designs.

Mainstays Collapsible Fabric Cube Storage Bin Natural Woven

Mainstays Collapsible Fabric Cube Storage Bin Natural Woven

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Fresh Home

Bent Rej - Keith Playing the Piano II, Copenhagen, Fine Art Print1965

Bent Rej – Keith Playing the Piano II, Copenhagen, Fine Art Print 1965

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Solid Wood Kyle 4-Door Wardrobe Armoire with Solid Wood Doors – Black

Rich deep hues of black and brown relay a sense of mood and modern against a backdrop of warmth and trend.

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Ella Set of 3 Black Seagrass Baskets with Light Brown Handles

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Aria 2 Door Modern High Gloss Wardrobe Armoire

Aria 2 Door Modern High Gloss Wardrobe Armoire

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9 Drawer Dresser Fabric Storage Tower Organizer with Easy Pull Bins

Williamsport Chinese Chippendale Style Carved Mahogany Chest on Chest

Williamsport Chinese Chippendale Style Carved Mahogany Chest on Chest

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Concepts in Wood KT613 Multi-use Storage Cabinet, 4 Shelves – Cherry

Stickley Brothers Style Antique Mission Oak Arts and Crafts Double Bookcase

Stickley Brothers Style Antique Mission Oak Arts and Crafts Double Bookcase

Alternatives open up a world of decorative options, and these decorative storage solutions report for two for one duty as home decor pieces and smart storage options.

Charcoal Metal 5 Shelves Standard Bookcase With Casters

Charcoal Metal 5 Shelves Standard Bookcase With Casters

Layer your choice of decorative storage solutions throughout the space to broaden the style perimeters and achieve a custom effect.

Mainstays Medium Round Wire Copper Basket - 4 Pack

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Mainstays Medium Round Wire Copper Basket – 4 Pack

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The Style Saloniste – Stephen Brady Design
Photography by David Duncan Livingston

American Decoupage Vintage Chest Sideboard, 19th Century

American Decoupage Vintage Chest Sideboard, 19th Century

19th Century Portuguese Chest of Drawers

19th Century Portuguese Chest of Drawers

Super cute planters turn into super cute storage options.

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Dapper Animal Planter

Colonial Man Toby Creamer

Colonial Man Toby Creamer

Black Valet Tray for Men, 5 Compartments

Black Valet Tray for Men, 5 Compartments

Wooden Multi-layer Storage Case Desktop Drawer Style Sundry Sorting Box

Wooden Multi-layer Storage Case Desktop Drawer Style Sundry Sorting Box

At the auction finds designed to house and tote.

Burberry Haymarket Check Canvas Travel Bag With Brown Leather Trim

Burberry Haymarket Check Canvas Travel Bag With Brown Leather Trim

Mushroom Storage Bin Basket

Mushroom Storage Bin

A-tisket, a-tasket…

Mushroom Storage Bin

How stinking cute is this mushroom basket!

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Small decorative bowls and plates in addition to multi-functional tabletop accents such as this photo frame cushioned earring holder make great accessory organizers.

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Photo Frame Cushioned Earring Holder

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Better Homes & Gardens – Photography by Adam Albright

Polished options for housing jewelry and our favorite beauty products and brushes is simply an antiques, vintage, or thrift shop shopping excursion away.

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Antique pieces used for housing vintage treasures and favored collections deliver think outside the box brilliance, charm, character, and conversation.

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1stDibs -Photography by Leon Foggitt

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Bergdorf Goodman

Kitchen storage is a highly sought after commodity.

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Imagine Design on Facebook

Structured for storage and well appointed for display, counter cabinets take the look to new style and store heights.

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Veranda Magazine – Photography by Amy Neunsinger

Smart kitchen solutions such as cabinet dividers and storage drawers is standard organization procedure in today’s kitchen.

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Kitchens by Deane

Drawer organizers bring order to the chaos.

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Veranda Magazine – Photography by William Abranowicz

Question: Am I the only person in the world who methodically cleans and organizes the junque (takes the sting out of the mess when you get all ooh la la with the word) drawer and then can’t seem to make heads or tails of the order?

Quartz Gray 23-5/8 in. W x 46-1/16 in. L Drawers Non-Slip Mat

Quartz Gray 23-5/8 in. W x 46-1/16 in. L Drawers Non-Slip Mat

Customized cabinet built-ins not in your all things house that make a home project future?

No problem.

Built In Cutlery Drawer

Better Homes & Gardens

Affordable and striking (the ultimate combination) kitchen cabinet and counter top organizers options exist.

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Hit up local antiques stores, auctions, flea markets, and curiosity shops for items such as a vintage wine or drawer file cabinet for housing all things kitchen.

Antique Arts & Crafts Oak 36-Drawer File Cabinet or Chest of Drawers

Arts & Crafts Oak 36-Drawer File Cabinet or Chest of Drawers, Circa 1900

More times than not the price is right, the look anything but cookie-cutter, and the end result a stylish storage option showstopper.

Wooden Pedestal Lazy Susan

Wooden Pedestal Lazy Susan

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Polished Brass Recipe Box

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Country Living Magazine – Photography by Brie Williams

French Provençal Shelf or Plate Rack

French Provençal Shelf or Plate Rack

Plate racks decoratively display dinnerware while standing out in the world of kitchen custom space saving features.

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Veranda Magazine – Photography by David Tsay

Open.

Under.

Over.

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Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles – Photography by Jeff Herr

Shelves hold the key to clever storage solution success.

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Alexandra Kaehler Design

Decorative hooks, umbrella stands, rattan baskets in assorted sizes and shapes, coat racks, and storage benches top the options that can help to tame the savage clutter beast.

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Vintage pitchers, tins, containers, and crocks make a charming choice of housing for kitchen utensils.

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Lauren Leonard Interiors

Counters fill quickly, and it seems there is never enough cabinets when we need them.

Kitchen pantries equipped with the storage within storage feature go a long way in the task of eliminating kitchen counter and cabinet congestion.

Blue pantry shelves

Design Galleria

In today’s kitchen pantry, glass jars, tiered stands, canisters, containers, and a plethora of woven baskets continue to serve function and style for dry ingredients, sweet treats, beans, farmers market finds, and dry pastas.

Unlacquered Brass Pot Rack Wall Mount

Unlacquered Brass Pot Rack Wall Mount

Cookware storage within view and reach develops a practical and purposeful recipe for kitchen organization.

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Country Living Magazine – Photography by Brie Williams

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The Lifestyled Company

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Better Homes & Gardens

laundry room essentials

50 Pack Traditional Wooden Clothespins

100 Count Traditional Wooden Clothespins

Add these to the gotta have it list.

Vintage Inspired Day of the Week Split Clothespins

Wooden Storage Box with 2 Drawers for Desk Organizers

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Set Anchor Hocking Glass Storage Heritage Hill Jars

Anchor Hocking Glass Storage Heritage Hill Jar, 1 Gal

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Tori Rubinson Design

Rolling wire laundry baskets stylishly achieve the purpose of decluttering a space.

CosmoLiving by Cosmopolitan Industrial Iron Rolling Storage Basket Cart

CosmoLiving by Cosmopolitan Industrial Iron Rolling Storage Basket Cart

Copper Metal Vintage Rolling Laundry Basket with Wheels

Copper Metal Vintage Rolling Laundry Basket with Wheels

Hampers work too!

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Steele ® 2.5-Bushel Olive Vertical Rolling Laundry Hamper

Be creative with your choices for housing jewelry and beauty products.

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Better Homes & Gardens – Photography by Brie Williams

Vintage creamers easily make the transition from collectibles to workable storage solution for beauty products.

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Vintage Westmoreland Heavy Milk Glass Grapes and Leaves White Pitcher

Westmoreland Milk Glass Old Quilt Pitcher 7.5″

Milk Glass Pitcher Creamer Quilted Diamond Pattern Vintage

Imperial Glass Cream Pitcher – White Milk Glass, Rose Pattern

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Kara Cox Interiors

Life lived inside our homes has the ability to create one messy, cluttered, and disorganized situation along the way.

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Southern Living – Photography by Hector Manuel Sanchez

With that being said, may I suggest a don’t fret the stuff solution by incorporating decorative baskets, bins, and boxes here, there, and possibly everywhere in stylish placement.

Austin Woven Basket Collection

Austin Woven Basket Collection

Tyler Square Basket With Rope Handle Low

Tyler Square Basket With Rope Handle Low

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It’s amazing how quick we accumulate stuff, things, mementos, collectibles- and it all has to go somewhere.

These are just a few decorative storage ideas, options, suggestions, and solutions for resolving storage and organization dilemmas in your home.

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Show & Tell

In The Style Of Christmas Decorating Ideas

Home at the Holidays beauty reigns supreme with in the style of Christmas decorating ideas gifting guided inspiration.

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House & Garden – Photography by Michael Sinclair

Imitation is the most sincerest form of flattery, especially at this most wonderful time of the year.

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Stavith Crystal and Metal 8-light Chandelier

Sourcing furnishings and decor items in the style of consists of searching sites for antiques as well as new pieces that complement the primary style, and then utilizing those finds to create visual harmony, balance, and beauty.

SAFAVIEH Kashan Velitchka Oriental Rug with Fringe

SAFAVIEH Kashan Velitchka Oriental Rug with Fringe

King George III Settee

King George III Settee

La Rosa 69 in. Opal Grey Velvet 2-Seater Chesterfield Loveseat with Nailheads La Rosa Velvet 2-Seater Chesterfield Loveseat

Pair Country French Paint Decorated Candelabra Sconces

Antique Gold Leaf Classic Mirror

Antique Gold Leaf Classic Mirror

Vintage 1940’s Mahogany 5 Drawer Hand Painted French Commode (1)

Vintage 1940’s Mahogany 5 Drawer Hand Painted French Commode

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Victoria Magazine – Photography by Stephanie W. Steele

Greenery, gold, and the glow of candlelight mingle to set the quintessential Christmas scene.

Italian Florentine Vintage Gilt Painted Chest of Drawers

Italian Florentine Vintage Gilt Painted Chest of Drawers

Artist Signed Framed European Meadow Scene Oil Painting On Canvas

Artist Signed Framed European Meadow Scene Oil Painting On Canvas

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Vintage Italian Florentine Wooden Wall Plaque Italy1

Vintage Italian Florentine Wooden Wall Plaque Italy

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Antique Brass Tassel Footed Tray

Antique Brass Tassel Footed Tray

antique jardiniere

Antique Jardiniere

Single Mid 20th Century Italian Giltwood Wall Shelf Bracket

Single Mid 20th Century Italian Giltwood Wall Shelf Bracket

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Elle Decor – John Derian

I don’t believe I’d go as far as to associate this unique Christmas tree with a designer version of a Charlie Brown tree for beauty is in the eye and the urn table vase of the beholder.

Traditional Aluminum Bucket Wine Cooler

Traditional Aluminum Bucket Wine Cooler

Unique reinterpretations of traditional ways have the ability to result in a visually glorious outcome.

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Handmade Ceramic Table Vase

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In the style of serves more as a guideline. More often than not sourcing the exact items hits a wall in terms of locating the source of purchase.

Redpoll Birds Illustration

Redpoll Birds Illustration

Borrowing from (not outwardly copying which is a design no-no) an impressive look seems to gain speed at the holiday season.

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Barry Dixon welcomes Christmas to the spaces and places of Elway Hall.

Large vintage brass chandelier with glass pendants. handmade

Large Vintage Brass Chandelier with Glass Prisms

Halls decked with thoughtful holiday hospitality the goal, touches and traditions depict an air of holiday finery in grand casual form.

Paris Market 6 Light Antique White Chandelier

Paris Market 6 Light Antique White Chandelier

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Marble Bust Drawing

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Bust sketch drawing

Bust Sketch Drawing

Elegant Victoria Floral Engraved with Handle Serving Tray

Elegant Victoria Floral Engraved with Handle Serving Tray

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Flower Magazine – Photography by Erik Kvalsvik

Collected accents blending with the presence of natural accents and lighting achieve the cabin-like overtone in the breakfast room.

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Antique Four-Door Corner Cabinet Cupboard

Antique 19th Century Four-Door Corner Cabinet Cupboard

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Staffordshire Figure on Horse

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Johnson Brothers “Friendly Village” Oval Serving Bowl

Set of 6 Cups and Saucers - EIT

Set of 6 Cups and Saucers – EIT

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Flower Magazine – Photography by Mary Craven Dawkins

Genius and gorgeous Christmas decorating ideas are well worth repeating and reproducing.

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Southern Living Magazine – Photography by Hector Manuel Sanchez

Whole or dried oranges, bay leaves and cinnamon sticks grouped together and placed in a decorative bowl or atop a serving platter become a festive and fragrant Christmas decoration.

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Sullivans Urns – Set of 2, Silver

Embellishing further with perhaps a decorative tassel draped across the top or to the side produces a simple yet elegant accent.

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Southern Lady Magazine

Conversing with a fellow decorista brought up the subject of when do you begin decorating home and hearth for Christmas/the Holidays.

Believe it or not, I know someone who keeps the Christmas tree up all year long- loves it and it brings joy to the home.

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Midwest Living

You’d be surprised the number of folk who for various reasons do not wish to decorate for the holidays, and believe me I get it.

My mother-in-law was one who fell into the latter category, and for many years I didn’t get it.

Crescent Silver Plated Metal Footed Bowl with Grapevine Pattern

Older and with many life miles on me, I understand, but as I did with my mother-in-law I still suggest at least one little something placed here or there to reflect the season.

One lovely bowl filled with fresh clippings, buds, and blooms sitting atop a book becomes a festive focal point.

Vintage Books Mixed Lot of 8 Decorative Customizable by Colors

Vintage Books Mixed Lot of 8 Decorative Customizable by Colors

Following my own suggestion I filled a cut crystal bowl with an array of Christmas tree balls, and, voilà, a holiday decoration comes forth.

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Waiting to decorate the Christmas tree on Christmas Eve is a fascinating prospect, one that crescendos to the main event in oh, what fun seasonal splendor.

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Adorning a chandelier with vintage or in the style of vintage ornaments is a home for the holidays Christmas decorating ideas classic that is delightfully elegant in presence and simple to achieve.

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Better Homes & Gardens

Oh come, let us adorn thee.

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Country Living Magazine

Introduce a sense of simple elegance into your holiday decor by decorating a chandelier(s) with garland and glass ornaments looped in ribbon in your choice of colors and material.

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Charlotte Moss

Classic colors of blue and white befit winter’s color palette.

Spode Blue Italian Hexagonal Vase

Visits to the grocery store this time of year go with the it’s the holidays territory.

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Keep it seasonal simple by picking up a fresh holiday bouquet from the floral department for centerpieces and spot arrangements.

French Country Fireside Lounge Chair

French Country Fireside Lounge Chair

Blue and White Christmas Tree Plate

Blue and White Christmas Tree Plate

Seasonal fruits become stunning decorations.

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Charlotte Moss

Small touches take the ordinary to holiday extraordinary.

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Ballard Designs

Well-appointed home for the holidays decorating ideas do not have to be costly to be remarkable.

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White Cast Stone Fiberglass Ornate Low Urn

White Cast Stone Fiberglass Ornate Low Urn

Balsam Mixed Greens Fresh Wreath

Balsam Mixed Greens Fresh Wreath

Pears paired with fresh greenery and placed in a decorative urn housing bottles of your favorite holiday beverage on ice becomes a festive beverage holder focal point.

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Photo by Jodie Morgan

Absolutely gorgeous describes the details found in these French Lyre back chairs.

Christmas decorating ideas House & Garden

French Louis XVI Style Painted Opera Chairs

Pair of Mid-19th Century French Louis XVI Style Painted Opera Chairs
Pair of French Giltwood and Cane Lyre Back Chairs, Second Empire Period

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Midwest Living

Neutral-toned antiques and quality antique reproductions layers a space in softness.

HENREDON French Louis XV Style 2 Door Armoire

HENREDON French Louis XV Style 2 Door Armoire

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loden green 1 1/2" swiss velvet ribbon

Loden Green 1½” Swiss Velvet Ribbon

Farmhouse Style Distress Painted Graduated Open Bookcase

Farmhouse Style Distress Painted Graduated Open Bookcase

Antique Hand Carved Painted Royal Rocking Horse

Antique Hand Carved Painted Royal Rocking Horse

Hanging a wreath(s) or greenery bunches from the top of a door (armoire, cabinet, exterior) with ribbon adds a custom touch to your holiday decorating presentation.

Finding wider ribbon works best, I like to use a ribbon that is at least 2½” wide.

Festive kitchen

House & Home

This look is winter woodland wonderful straight through to the first sign of spring.

20-ft Fresh Cedar Christmas Garland

Park Designs Wintertime White Platter

Park Designs Wintertime White Platter

Pinecone Flameless Candle

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Green House 24″ Plastic Greenery Swag with Needle Pine

Vintage 9.5 Tall Decorative Woodland

Vintage Bread Boards Extra Large

Vintage Bread Boards Extra Large

Some are just beginning to deck where others halls have long been decked and ready to impress.

Whenever the time is right for you consider one of these in the style of Christmas decorating ideas.

Merry Christmas!

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Home Bar Styling Ideas

Home bar styling ideas serves up a concoction of chic options for designing and decorating a curated happy hour at home.

Note of interest: The original version of this popular post got lost in the deleted files debacle several weeks ago. Too good to lose and too fun not to rewrite, may I present to you this new/updated version of Home Bar Styling Ideas.

Cheers!

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When it comes to the home bar, the addition of decorative accouterments serve to visually enhance the mix and the mingle area designed and designated for inspired gathering.

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Timeless, classic, and instantly inviting, the perennial favorite color combination of blue and white possesses a knows no bounds quality.

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Flower Magazine – Photography by David Hillegas

Traditional to a tee, modern farmhouse chic, or regally required Country French; blue and white ceramic and porcelain accents qualify as a decorative chameleon, beautifully adapting as a principle player in the design style scenario.

Antique Hepplewhite Style Flame Mahogany Sideboard

Antique Hepplewhite Style Flame Mahogany Sideboard

Charleston Wine/Champagne Bucket

Charleston Wine/Champagne Bucket

East Urban Home 4 - Piece 14oz. Glass Whiskey Glass Glassware Set (Set of 4)

East Urban Home 4 – Piece 14oz. Glass Whiskey Glass Glassware Set

Stud decanter

Stud Decanter

Blue Barware Set

Blue Barware Set

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Godinger Dublin Goblet – Set of 4

Silver Metal - Gallery Originals Candlesticks (Pair) - 1984

Silver Metal – Gallery Originals Candlesticks (Pair) – 1984

Distinctive accessories further advancing the chosen theme lend style to the mix – a visual garnish if you will.

Chinoiserie Champagne Bucket bar cart

You’ll never make a decor misstep with classic blue and white porcelain vases and accents.

Chinoiserie Champagne Bucket

Chinoiserie Champagne Bucket

Spode Dinnerware, Blue Italian Liverpool Pitcher

Spode Dinnerware, Blue Italian Liverpool Pitcher

Brand new out of the box or of the vintage variety- pitchers serve the dual purpose of function and finery.

Antique Schafer & Vater Light Green Jasperware Cameo Creamer Pitcher

Antique Schafer & Vater Jasperware Cameo Small Pitcher

Marlo Thomas Blue Scenic Appetizer Plates, Set of 4

Marlo Thomas Blue Scenic Appetizer Plates, Set of 4

Blue Italian Storage Jar

Blue Italian Storage Jar

Styling a home bar works off the same principle applied to styling a coffee table.

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X marks the center spot which is the prime location for a medium or low height object placement.

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Outer areas balance the method with graduated heights to continue the flow and engage the eye.

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Barbie Style Print

From cart to cabinet, achieve a smooth and stylish blend by mingling classic barware tools and essentials with on-trend accents and accessories of various decorating styles to create contrast, conversation, and home bar banter.

SAFAVIEH Silva 2 Tier Octagon Bar Cart-Rose Gold

SAFAVIEH Silva 2 Tier Octagon Bar Cart-Rose Gold

Esme Fluted Champagne Glass Sets

Esme Fluted Champagne Glass Sets

Morgan Decanter

Morgan Decanter

Rex Double Old-Fashioned Glasses, Set of 8

Rex Double Old-Fashioned Glasses, Set of 8

pink bar Lori Morris

Lori Morris Design

Celebration Wine Bowl

Celebration Wine Bowl

Marilyn-Monroe-whiskey-decanter

EBTH

Signature style blends smooth with a signature cocktail.

Hatch Punch Bowl and Champagne Bucket

Hatch Punch Bowl and Champagne Bucket

Waterfall Tulip Glasses, Set of 4

Waterfall Tulip Glasses, Set of 4

Archie Drinking Glasses (Set of 6)

Archie Drinking Glasses (Set of 6)

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Below is a cocktail collection of favored types of cocktail glasses ready to stock and serve your home bar needs.

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Wine- white

Wine- basic red

Pilsner (Beer)

Highball (Collins)

Rocks

Martini

Cocktail

Coupe

Flute

Thoughtful bar accessories include accents to set the tone for home bar styling ideas such as this super cute idea for a farmhouse style home bar shot glass or jigger.

Pewter Cow Creamer

Pewter Cow Creamer

Home Bar FYI:

Shot glasses range in size from 1 to 1¼ to 1½ ounces.

A pony shot equals 1 fluid ounce.

A jigger equals 1½ fluid ounces.

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Architectural Digest – Photography by Douglas Friedman

Scholl Solid Wood 3 - Drawer 2 - Door Accent Cabinet

Scholl Solid Wood Accent Cabinet

Boston Lighthouse Shaker

Boston Lighthouse Shaker

Alkemist 6 Piece Stemmed Double Old Fashion Glass Set

Alkemist 6 Piece Stemmed Double Old Fashion Glass Set

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New England Home – Photography by Michael J. Lee

Vintage Wedgwood inspired Jasperware Hellenic Green GlasswareSet- 9 Pieces

Wedgwood Inspired Jasperware Hellenic Green Glassware Set- 9 Pieces

Stunning options serve a refreshing look and frame a unique home bar area where the mix and the marvel is in details, proportion, and placement.

Antique Tiger Oak Kidney Shaped Writing Desk

Antique Tiger Oak Kidney Shaped Writing Desk

Where one sees an antique desk, a keen eye sees a piece better utilized as a distinctive home bar.

Elliot Decanter

Elliot Decanter

Unique pieces in your home bar portfolio never fail to start a “where did you get this?” conversation.

In terms of the design, decorating, and crafting of the cocktail home bar, I like to place the emphasis on personalizing the bar space with pieces and potions that make a special connection to your personality.

Vintage Ceramic Creamers

Vintage Ceramic Creamers

Measures of particular spirits look so lovely poured from a vintage creamer serving as a jigger.

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Vintage Ashtray Heavy Glass Hand Painted Flowers – Nasco Yellow and White

Back in the day before most of us became smarter and healthier and the laws of the land changed, the ash tray was a standard part of the cocktail bar landscape.

Vintage ashtray dog head

Vintage Dog Head Ashtray

Adopting a don’t throw the baby out with the bathwater prospective, consider a vintage ash tray (thoroughly washed, of course) repurposed as a cocktail spoon or stirrer holder.

Makes a great conversation piece.

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My Domaine – Photography by Stacy Zarin Goldberg

Diamond Decanter with Glass Stopper

Diamond Decanter with Glass Stopper

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Nachtmann Punk Decanter

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Thuya Burl Box

Bette Davis “All About Eve” Joseph L. Mankiewicz, 1950

Accent chests and cabinets easily transform into a stylish home bar.

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Dann Foley White, Black, Gold Accent Cabinet

Modern Glam 2-Door Accent Sideboard

Modern Glam 2-Door Accent Sideboard

West Street Ice Bucket

West Street Ice Bucket

Punk Whiskey Decanter and Double Old Fashioned Set

Punk Whiskey Decanter and Double Old Fashioned Set

Winter months and cozy at home times make for cozy prime warm beverage non-alcoholic drinking times- another great option for a home bar set up.

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Better Homes & Gardens – Photo by Kritsada Panichgul

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Cyan Design Roscoe Tray Roscoe 18.5" Diameter Metal Tray Made in India - Nickel

Cyan Design Roscoe Tray Roscoe 18.5″ Diameter Metal Tray – Nickel

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Dress up cocktails and mocktails with one of these delightful garnish ideas

Honeycomb

Crushed-up Peppermint

Orange Peel Spirals

Apple Slices

Fresh Mint Leaves

Coconut Flakes

Cinnamon Sticks

Crisp Bacon

Chocolate Shavings

Sugar in the Raw

Crushed Cookies

Old Bay

Pickled Green Beans

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Julia Reed – One Kings Lane

Set up a scene from home tray at nip and nosh time with local or regional recipes and decor accents.

Vintage Karges Louis XVI Walnut Low Chest of Drawers w Carved Fronts

Vintage Karges Louis XVI Walnut Low Chest of Drawers w Carved Fronts

Wm. Rogers Silver Plated Water Fotted Pitcher

Darby Home Co Tomball 6 - Piece 9oz. Glass All Purpose Wine Glass Glassware Set (Set of 6)-1

Tomball 6 – Piece 9oz. Glass All Purpose Wine Glass Glassware Set

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Antique Marx Gutherz Carlsbad Austria Oyster Plate

Antique Marx Gutherz Carlsbad Austria Oyster Plate

Banda 14 oz. Acrylic Whiskey Glass (Set of 4)

Whiskey Glass (Set of 4)

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Mila Oyster Bottle Opener

Accessorizing the bar cart, cabinet, tray, or tabletop proves an entertaining and easy endeavor when you have a theme to build upon.

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12 Oz Water Glasses with Stem and Colored Rim, Set of 6

Eyes Cocktail Napkins, Set of 4

Eyes Cocktail Napkins, Set of 4

Black and white art Female portrait painting

Black and White Female Portrait Print

Play up your cocktail corner of the world by introducing whimsical finds and unique additions.

Ginger Barber Interior Design

Burma Rattan Beverage Tub Small

Burma Rattan Beverage Tub Small

Woven Rattan & Pine Wood Cabinet with 3 Shelves & 2 Doors

Woven Rattan & Pine Wood Cabinet with 3 Shelves & 2 Doors

Parallels Goblets - Set of 4

Pleat 12 Piece Set of Double Old Fashion, Highball, and Goblet Glasses

Conch shell decorative

Seoneiro Whiskey Tray

Seoneiro Whiskey Tray

Ruffled-Metal-Wall-Accent-Mirror-gold A&B Home Ashlyn Gold Round Mirror

Handmade Natural Rattan Wicker Table - Accent Table

Handmade Natural Rattan Wicker Table – Accent Table

Tudor Rattan Ice Bucket

Rattan Ice Bucket

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Victoria Magazine
Photography by Stephanie Welbourne Steele
Styling by Jan Ware

Silver Wine Goblets

Wilton Armetale Wine Goblet , Silver

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Fragment Antiqued Gold Buffet Table Lamp By Lucas McKearn

Cocktails and conversation pieces make for a visually interesting mix.

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Photography by Eric Plasecki & Peter Krumhardt

Although too early for a cocktail at this writing, I am streaming Jazzy 93.7 KJZY The Greatest Songs of All Time from Sonoma County. I love the tunes live from wine country.

How’s that for cocktail conversation?

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Antique Brass Planter

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House Beautiful – Photography by Donna Dotan

Dial Hand Cut Decanter

Dial Hand Cut Decanter

Orbit Goblets, Set Of 4

Orbit Goblets, Set Of 4

Dublin 5-Piece Wine Set

Dublin 5-Piece Wine Set

Decorative items steeped in whimsy dress and impress with a splash of fun.

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Hammered Metal Container with Rabbit Finial

Cocktail stirrers, straws, and mixology tools house well in unique trinket dishes.

Bronze Tiger Trinket Tray

Bronze Tiger Trinket Tray

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Hubert Zandberg Interiors

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Rosewood Chrome Floral Bar Cart with Mirror Bottom and Glass Top

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Spectrum Decanter

Hatch shot glass

Hatch Cocktail Glass

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Antique Style English Bulldog Portrait Painting

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Antique Dark Oak Biscuit Barrel

Antique Dark Oak Biscuit Barrel

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Veranda Magazine – Photography by J. Savage Gibson

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Jeffords Stainless Steel Beverage Tub

Elle Decor Colored Vintage Wine Glasses Set of 6

Elle Decor Colored Vintage Wine Glasses Set of 6

Silver Nautilus Wine Bucket

Silver Nautilus Wine Bucket

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One Kings Lane

Adding a decorative clam shell as housing for cocktail garnishes, stirrers, or salt/sugar rimmers carries out a cocktails on the coast concept.

Silver Aluminum Shell Shell Decorative Bowl

Silver Aluminum Shell Shell Decorative Bowl

swirl liquor decanter

MDLUU Liquor Decanter

Mid-Century Modern Metal Mushroom Accent Table Lamp

Mid-Century Modern Metal Mushroom Accent Table Lamp, Set of 2

Sofia Wood and Rattan Counter Height Barstool Natural

Sofia Wood and Rattan Counter Height Barstool Natural

Theme decorating is a Bahama breeze when it comes to coming up with decorative touches to bring the look together.

Shell Large Helmet

Seaside Moby Whale Bottle Opener

Seaside Moby Whale Bottle Opener

High Seas Spirit Nautical Steampunk Octopus Glass Spirit Decanter

High Seas Spirit Nautical Steampunk Octopus Glass Spirit Decanter

Reimagine the purpose of a dresser, chest, or console as a distinctive home bar piece.

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Kristina Crestin Design

Drawers become excellent housing options for barware, tools, linens, and glassware.

BAKER French Empire Design Walnut Commode Chest

Italian Walnut Chest

Glassware and decanters cut heavy in color, pattern and texture introduce a curated quality.

Zaza Lustered Decanter

Zaza Lustered Decanter

Wine Goblets Set of 6 Multicolor

Wine Goblets Set of 6 Multicolor

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Better Homes & Gardens

Vintage Etched Goblets

Vintage Etched Goblets

Vintage Etched Wine Decanter

Vintage Etched Wine Decanter

Mosser Glass GiGi 70oz Pitcher | Eggplant

Mosser Glass GiGi 70oz Pitcher in Eggplant

Godinger Dublin wine decanter

Godinger Dublin Wine Decanter

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Marie Flanigan Interiors

Bar shelves- love it!

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Tall Arched Antique Gold Metal Framed 3-Tier Mirrored Shelf

trunk home bar

KNOF design

SAFAVIEH-Grayson-Storage-Beige-Bar-Cabinet

SAFAVIEH Grayson Storage Beige Bar Cabinet

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Design Storms

Gibson-Home-Acropolis-5-Piece-Decanter-and-Double-Old-Fashioned-Glasses-Set

Gibson Home Acropolis 5 Piece Decanter and Double Old Fashioned Glasses Set

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Mixology Textures Spirits Decanter

I’ve found the secret to successful entertaining is creating ambiance. A space drenched in simple yet elegant ambiance is festive, comfortable, cozy, and inviting- an entertaining cocktail hour/party win.

foyer-bar Martha Stewart – Photography by Paul Costello

Dorset Toasting Flutes, Set of 2

Dorset Toasting Flutes, Set of 2

Aluminum Stand-alone Wine Cooler

Aluminum Stand-Alone Wine Cooler

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Statement Glassware

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DesignStyles Acrylic Folding Tray Table

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If impressive is the goal, simply elegant guides a well-appointed home bar tabletop libation station.

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Slim White Wood Console Table

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Lacquer Wood Trays

Serving trays come in all shapes, sizes, and finishes.

CORAL PRINT Ellis Art Print 29 Beautiful Antique Sea Ocean Red Coral Nature to Frame

Ellis Art Print 23 Beautiful Antique Sea Ocean Red Coral

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Viv-all-purpose-big-wine-glass

Viv All Purpose Big Wine Glasses, Set of 8

solid-red-golden-rabbit-serving-trays Solid Red Enamelware Round Serving Tray

Console, cabinet, chest, or cart- cheers to the glamorously chic home bar, stylish and responsible entertaining and the holiday sip and social season.

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Dorset Martini Mixer

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DIY-ice-bucket

DIY Ice Bucket Project Perfection from Rachel Hollis

Clear Golden Serving Bar Cart with Handle and Wheels

Clear Golden Serving Bar Cart with Handle and Wheels

Cheer Collection Luxurious Highball Cocktail Sparkling"Diamond" Studded Glasses

Luxurious Highball Cocktail Sparkling “Diamond” Studded Glasses

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angelo:HOME Alcott 3-Tier Gold Metal Bar Cart

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Jasperware Glasses

Vintage Wedgwood Jasperware Unglazed Mini Pitcher Creamer Greek Revival, Blue and White

Vintage Wedgwood Jasperware Unglazed Mini Pitcher Creamer Greek Revival

Anchor Hocking Fairfield Green Glass Pedestal Bowl

Anchor Hocking Fairfield Green Glass Pedestal Bowl

Making spirits bright this holiday social season starts with the well-appointed home bar.

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For the holiday season, entertain replacing decanter tops with glass ornaments for a festive touch.

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Vintage decanters always invite conversation and admiration, and this Victorian Milk Glass decanter makes my point.

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Victorian Milk Glass Decanter

Permacraft Cherry Gustavian Grey French Provincial Bachelors Chest Commode

Gustavian Grey French Provincial Bachelors Chest Commode

Blue and white is such a classic color combination, and the pairing of a Toile glass ornament with this decanter takes your Christmas cocktail presentation to an outstanding level.

Crystal Decanter with Stopper

Biltmore Crystal Decanter with Stopper

Transparent Wine Decanter

Transparent Wine Decanter

Pick up a set of 6 acrylic icicle ornaments for sip and swirl cocktail stirrers for now, take home favor for fa la la later.

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Melania 9 oz. Stemmed Wine Glass

Melania 9 oz. Stemmed Wine Glass

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Kingsley Metal Tray

Kingsley Metal Tray

Colored martini glasses

Vintage Style Coupe Glass, Set of 4

The Pioneer Woman Amelia 14.7-Ounce Rose Tea Goblets, Set of 4

The Pioneer Woman Amelia Goblet, Rose

It’s not a party until there’s a disco ball!

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Metal Disco Ball Ice Bucket

Glass Disco Martini, 4 Piece Set

Glass Disco Martini, 4 Piece Set

Glasshouse Fragrances White Christmas Candle

Glasshouse Fragrances White Christmas Candle

Disco New Year’s Eve, mid-winter soiree, or baby, it’s cold outside so let’s warm up indoors- matters not the occasion or the libation for that matter.

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Pemberly Row Modern 3-Shelf Glass and Metal Bar Cart in Satin Gold

With a colorful bottle here and a bowl of bites there, gather together in festive merriment around a visually delightful designed bar cart.

Set of 6 Exquisite Bohemian Crystal Style Cut Czech Drinking Rock Glass Cups Tumbler Set Set of 6 Bohemian Crystal Style Cut Czech Tumbler Set

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Bormioli Rocco Florian Highball Glasses Set of 4

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Space always comes under placement consideration, but do not overlook otherwise unremarkable areas.

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Casually chic corner placement draws the eye and the attention to effortless detail.

Big impact comes forth from small spaces and places in the home.

Poulan Tray Bar Cart

Desaree Wood Bar Cart

Light Woven Oval Tray

Light Woven Oval Tray

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Rooster Table Lamp

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Rooster Garden Statue

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Vintage Reproduction Rooster Cocktail Shaker

vintage-rooster-advertising-drinking-glasses CafePress Vintage Rooster, French Advertising Pint Glass, 16 oz. Drinking Glass

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Mosser Glass Vintage Style Nesting Hen

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Southern in tradition with just the right blend of flavors to season the sip and serve hour, this recipe for easy-to-make homemade cheese straws will become a must have appetizer accompaniment to the cocktail hour.

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Domino – Photography by Eric Piasecki
Architecture by Gil Schafer – Design by Rita Konig

Old Colony Furniture Co. Faux Bamboo Butlers bar cart

Old Colony Furniture Co. Faux Bamboo Butler’s Bar Cart

Rattan Rectangular Tray with Rounded Corners and Cutout Handles

Rattan Scallop Deep Ottoman Tray

Rattan Scallop Deep Ottoman Tray

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Veranda Magazine – Photography by Alison Gootee

4-Piece Bamboo Bar Tool Set with Stand

4-Piece Bamboo Bar Tool Set with Stand

Foster Cherry 2 Tier Bar Cart

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SAFAVIEH Hidden Treasures Glass Top Brass Accent Table

Rumi Tortoiseshell Double Old Fashioned Glass

Rumi Tortoiseshell Double Old Fashioned Glass

Hampton 36 in. Light Brown Specialty Wood Demilune Console

Hampton 36 in. Light Brown Specialty Wood Demilune Console

Tortoise Glass Cocktail Shaker (1)(1)

Tortoise Glass Cocktail Shaker

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Jenn Feldman Designs

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Franklin Double Old-Fashioned Glass

Canora Grey Norwell Stainless Steel Tray

Canora Grey Norwell Stainless Steel Tray

Marlo Thomas Tortoise Shell Cocktails Napkins, Set of 4

Marlo Thomas Tortoise Shell Cocktails Napkins, Set of 4

In Spirits of the Holiday Style-

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Flower Magazine – Photography by Tria Giovan

Holiday decorating applies to bar cart, tabletop, and cabinet.

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Fresh or faux greens, stems, branches and a little imagination dresses, decks, and delights serving pieces.

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The Digital Craft Co.

Handcarved Land & Sky Buffet

Handcarved Land & Sky Buffet By Anthropologie in Grey

Sips and snacks suit the season.

Ham and Cheese Pinwheels

Ham and Cheese Pinwheels Recipe

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White Stoneware Plates with Gold Rims, 8 in.

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Lorren Home Trends Red Goblets (Set of 6)

Lorren Home Trends Red Goblets (Set of 6)

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Zelda Etched Decanter

Zelda Etched Decanter

Embellished 24K Gold Crystal High Ball Tumbler (Set of 4)

Embellished 24K Gold Crystal High Ball Tumbler (Set of 4)

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Initial Monogram Cocktail Napkins, Set of 6

Dublin Triangle Decanter

Dublin Triangle Decanter

SAGITTARIUS COCKTAIL

Sagittarius Cocktail Recipe

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2-Door Sunburst Accent Storage Cabinet

Studded Glass Decanter by Viski

Studded Glass Decanter by Viski

Colored Coupe Art Deco Glasses, Gold

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Better Homes & Gardens

Gent Altered Portrait Vintage Painting

Gent Altered Portrait Vintage Painting

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Preserved Cedar Foliage

Preserved Cedar Foliage

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Photo by Tijana Drndarski

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Modern Accent Cabinet with 2-Door and Adjustable Shelves

Majestic Gifts Inc. S/6 Glass Highball Tumblers

Unique Shaped Decanter with Gold Bottom

Unique Shaped Decanter with Gold Bottom

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A&B Home Brass Antique Twig Bar Cart

A&B Home Brass Antique Twig Bar Cart

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Victoria Magazine – Photography Mac Jamieson

Nutcracker Wine Chiller

Nutcracker Wine Chiller

Watercolor Holiday Nutcracker Double Old Fashioned Glass

Watercolor Holiday Nutcracker Double Old Fashioned Glass

Nutcracker Bar Tool Set, 6 Pieces

Nutcracker Bar Tool Set, 6 Pieces

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Garden & Gun

Etched Floral Coupe Glasses, Set of 4

Etched Floral Coupe Glasses, Set of 4

Dublin 5-Piece Wine Set

Dublin 5-Piece Wine Set

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Red Pinecone Cut Goblets

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PPD Celebrate Cocktail Napkins

30" Christmas Drooping Pine With Red Bauble & Bows Wreath 30″ Christmas Drooping Pine With Red Bauble & Bows Wreath

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Midwest Living – Photography by Kimberly Cornelison

Thorold 2 Door Square Accent Cabinet

Thorold 2 Door Square Accent Cabinet

Wilshire Decanter, Red

Wilshire Decanter, Red

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Antique Cut Double Old Fashioned Glasses

Oriental Furniture Red Lacquer Cabinet - Courtyard

Oriental Furniture Red Lacquer Courtyard Cabinet

Dublin Red Hurricane Goblet

Dublin Red Hurricane Goblet

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Holiday Time Winter Frost Flocked Un-Lit Wreath, 24"

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Mini Santa mugs become super cute shot glasses.

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Sipping in a winter wonderland.

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White Christmas Margarita Recipe

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Snowflake Dinnerware

Snacks go well with seasonal cocktails, and the clear candy kiss dishes house nuts, pretzels, etc… in holiday fashion.

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Candy Dish Collection from Godinger

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Stud decanter

Stud Decanter

Holiday Gatherings Tartan Plaid Appetizer Plates Set of 4 4pk Porcelain Wexford Dinner Plates

Vintage White Milk Glass Small Glasses

Vintage White Milk Glass Small Glasses

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Haglund Bar/Letters Snack 3 Piece Nut Bowl Set

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Acopa Alchemy Hammered Stainless Steel Mint Julep Cup- Set of 4

Champagne Coupe Glasses

Etched Floral Coupe Glasses, Set of 4

Etched Floral Coupe Glasses, Set of 4, Created for Macy’s

Fluted Coupe Glasses, Set of 4

Fluted Coupe Glasses, Set of 4

Southern Living

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Antique Brass Tassel Footed Tray

Antique Brass Tassel Footed Tray

Hudson Grace Double Champagne Bucket

Hudson Grace Double Champagne Bucket

Luttrell Indoor Aluminum Handcrafted Champagne Cooler

Luttrell Indoor Aluminum Handcrafted Champagne Cooler

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Viv Champagne Glasses, Set of 8

3 Gallon Dispenser

3 Gallon Dispenser

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Britta Optic 3-Gallon Punch Bowl

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House & Home – Photography by Ema Peter

Heirloom quality.

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Dollar store nickel-plated serving trays make a lovely presentation and prove budget-friendly. I use these trays for everything from serving trays to cocktail napkin holders to coasters.

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Silverwing Interiors

Monkey Bar Tool Set

Monkey Bar Tool Set

Frosted Monkey Highball Glasses, Set of 2

Frosted Monkey Highball Glasses, Set of 2

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Monkey King Glass

Monkey King Glass

Monkey Cocktail Shaker

Monkey Cocktail Shaker

Gold Polystone Monkey Sculpture with Bicycle

Gold Polystone Monkey Sculpture with Bicycle

Chester Gold Monkey Table Lamp wBlue Velvet Shade

Chester Gold Monkey Table Lamp w/Blue Velvet Shade

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Country Living Magazine – Photography by Laurey W. Glenn

Cocktails on the range, farm, or ranch courtesy of casually elegant pieces.

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Saluti II Black Metal Frame Cage with 3-Wood Shelves Oval Bar Cart

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Vintage Seltzer Bottles

Vintage Seltzer Bottles

American Icon Buffalo Sculpture

Arthur Court Stainless Steel Mesh Picnic Food Cover

Arthur Court Stainless Steel Mesh Picnic Food Cover

Andres Leather Ice Bucket

Andres Leather Ice Bucket

farmhouse-wall-decor-accent Sheep Head Decorative Small Wall Sculpture

Fitz and Floyd Daphne 5-piece Whiskey Set - Copper

Fitz and Floyd Daphne 5-piece Whiskey Set – Copper

Clear Dark Leather Strap Wine Cooler

Clear Dark Leather Strap Wine Cooler

William Switzer 'Piedmonte' Landscape Painted Sideboard Cabinet William Switzer ‘Piedmont’ Landscape Painted Sideboard Cabinet

Acrylic Double Old-Fashioned Glasses, Set of 4

Acrylic Double Old-Fashioned Glasses, Set of 4

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Table Lamp with Urn Style Base with Floral Designs

Decorative Glass Cloche with Metal Tray

Decorative Glass Cloche with Metal Tray

Standing Squirrel Nut Bowl

Squirrel Candy – Nut Bowl

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Tuscany Classics - Whiskey 3pc Set Tuscany Classics – Whiskey 3pc Set

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Country Living Magazine – Photography by Paul Costello

Decorative Woven Seagrass Tray with Handles

Decorative Woven Seagrass Tray with Handles

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Copper Style Ice Bucket

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Johnnie Walker Red Label Crate

Plaid Throw, Multi Color (1)

Better Homes & Gardens- Round Galvanized Tub

industrial style home bar Slesinski Design Group, Inc.

Icy Pine Clear Champagne Ice Bucket

Icy Pine Clear Champagne Ice Bucket

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My Texas House Metal Casted Stag Pillar Candle Holder Gold Finish

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Vintage Baroque Rococo Interior Design Stag Wall Sconces

Stag Champagne Bowl

Stag Champagne Bowl

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12″ Diameter Aluminum Ice Bucket with Scoop

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Holiday Etched Double Old Fashioned Glass or Wine Goblet

Hot toddy anyone?

Sullivans Gold Pine Mug - Set of 4, Gold

Sullivans Gold Pine Mug – Set of 4, Gold

Aged White Darby Deer Head Wall Decor Accent

Aged White Darby Deer Head Wall Decor Accent

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Round Wooden Serving Tray with Reindeer Handles

Figural Stag Oval Bar Tray

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Figural Stag Liquor Decanter

Figural Stag Double Old Fashioned Glasses – Set of 2

Malachi Glass Wine & Champagne Bucket with Pewter Antler Handles

Malachi Glass Wine & Champagne Bucket with Pewter Antler Handles

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Veranda Magazine – Photography by Alison Gootee

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Arthur Court Designs Horse Pitcher

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Elk Head Nut Bowl

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Horn Handled Ice Scoop

Arthur Court Designs Aluminum Alligator Skin 6" Bowl

Arthur Court Designs Aluminum Alligator Skin 6″ Bowl

Raffael Bar Cabinet Carved Black Wash

Raffael Bar Cabinet Carved Black Wash

Lismore Black Collection

Lismore Black Collection

Cheer Collection Luxurious Highball Cocktail Sparkling"Diamond" Studded Glasses

Luxurious Highball Cocktail Sparkling”Diamond” Studded Glasses

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Flea Market Style Magazine – Photo: Edmund Barr Photography

DIY projects turn out some of the most unique items such as this cigar box serving tray.

Cut the lid to fit inside the bottom of the box; glue in place.

Spray box with sealant.

Drill holes and screw handles to box.

Attach adhesive bumper pads to underside.⠀

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Southern Living – Photography by Hector Sanchez

Good authority tells me the color green will be big on the style scene in 2023.

Gold Gilt Federal Eagle Bulls Eye Mirror

Gold Gilt Federal Eagle Bulls Eye Mirror

4-pack Graphic-print Coasters

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Brass and Glass Bar Cart with Acorn Finials

Schatzi Brown Leopard Tan Wine Chiller

Schatzi Brown Leopard Tan Wine Chiller

Leopard Lumbar Pillow Cover

English Regency Style Accent Chair

English Regency Style Accent Chair

French Louis XV Style Cheetah Print Upholstered Bergere Or Settee

Gold Leopard Glam Table Lamp - (Set of 2 )

Gold Leopard Glam Table Lamp – (Set of 2 )

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Patricia Altschul Set of 2 Gold Animal Bottle Openers w/Giftbox

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Gold Leopard Stemless Wine Glasses, Set of 4

Keke Appetizer Plate

Keke Appetizer Plate

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Lucas Eilers Design Associates

Whetzel Bar Cart

Whetzel Bar Cart

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Initial Monogram Cocktail Napkins, Set of 6

American Brilliant Period Water Wine Liquor Decanter Carafe

Alluring Serving Cart, Golden Plated and Clear Glass- Saltoro Sherpi

Alluring Serving Cart, Golden Plated and Clear Glass

Gatsby Carafe

Gatsby Carafe

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Braziel 4 – Door Cabinet

Badash Crystal Chelsea Ice Bucket

Dublin Ice Bucket

Dublin Ice Bucket

Louisiana lagniappe reflects a sense of home state home which reflects a sense of my personal style.

StyleCraft Grey with Whitewash Wooden Cabinet with Mirror Design

StyleCraft Grey with Whitewash Wooden Cabinet with Mirror Design

Alligator Bottle Opener

Alligator Bottle Opener

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Alligator Ice Scoop

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Graham 82 oz. Hammered Metal Pitcher

Slate Ice Bucket

Slate Ice Bucket

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Southern entertaining and the home bar go together like Tabasco and tomato juice.

Lovely how a bit of imagine results in an outdoor grill becoming a Bloody Mary bar accessorized with vintage serving pieces of silver, crystal, pottery, and porcelain.

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Take the home bar styling ideas outdoors. Cocktails on the front or the back porch strike a chord of Southern charm.

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Garden & Gun Magazine – Photography by Morgan & Owens

Glass Pitcher with Seagrass Weave Jacket & Handle

Glass Pitcher with Seagrass Weave Jacket & Handle

Glass Rattan Tumbler, 4 Piece Set

Magnolia Coasters, Set of 6

Magnolia Coasters, Set of 6

Magnolia with a modern flair.

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Laura U Interior Design

Linon Mare Wood Rolling Bar Cart with Glass Top in Umber

Zuni Z Bar Cart Umber

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Arthur Court Magnolia Bar Glasses, Set of 4

Silver Plated Tray

Silver Plated Tray

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Southern Living Idea House - Crane Island

Southern Living Idea House – Crane Island

Serving Cart Bar Table ECO Natural Rattan Wicker Handmade

Ambrielle Rattan/Wicker Bar Cart

Cane Mixing Bowl by Mason Cash

Cane Mixing Bowl by Mason Cash

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Glitter Guide

A Mardi Gras mambo always adds Louisiana style to the mix and the mingle.

Jomop Handmade Colored Drinking Glasses Set Green Glassware (2, Wine Goblet)

Drinking Glasses Set Green Glassware (2, Wine Goblet)

Jax Highball Glasses, Set of 4

Jax Highball Glasses, Set of 4

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Thomas Jayne – One Kings Lane

Vintage Culver Mardi Gras Jester Glasses

Vintage Culver Mardi Gras Jester Glasses

Banda 14 oz. Acrylic Whiskey Glass (Set of 4)

Whiskey Glass (Set of 4)

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Glass “Elixir” Bottle

French Pierrot Jewelry Box, Ceramic Sad Clown Figure Trinket Dish

French Pierrot Jewelry Box, Ceramic Sad Clown Figure Trinket Dish

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Loki Lavender Dessert Plate

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Domino

Everything old is new and in style again.

Howard Miller Open Cellar II Solid Wood Foyer Liquor Cabinet

Modern Metal Desk Lamp with Touch Sensor

Modern Metal Desk Lamp with Touch Sensor

Jack Nicholson @ China Town Framed Print

Taft Decanter

Eve Smoke Coupe Cocktail Glasses Set of 4

Eve Smoke Coupe Cocktail Glasses Set of 4

Buchanan Cocktail Mixing Glass

Buchanan Cocktail Mixing Glass

French Charles X Antique Mahogany & Elm Wood 2 Tone Round Center Table

French Charles X Antique Mahogany & Elm Wood 2 Tone Round Center Table

Love & Victory Engraved There In Spirits Glass

Love & Victory Engraved There In Spirits Glass

Hawthorne Cocktail Shaker Set

Hawthorne Cocktail Shaker Set

Be it cart, accent cabinet, table or countertop, decorative home bar accessories that catch the eye, start a conversation, and bring a hint of yesteryear stock the well-appointed home bar hospitality station with distinctive style and personality.

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Trademark Games Acrylic Dominos 28-Piece Domino Game with Case, Gold

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Bees Knees Cocktail Set

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The Bee’s Knees Cocktail Mixer

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House & Home – Photography by John Cullen

Utilize drawers for storing wine glasses.

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Minka Mid-Century Scalloped Front Cabinet Black

Gas Pump Dispenser

Gas Pump Dispenser

All-Purpose Glasses (set of 4)

Camilo Double Old-Fashioned Glasses (set of 4)
Della All-Purpose Glasses (set of 4)

Cocktails and conversation take place around unique home bar pieces.

Steven Sclaroff

Steven Sclaroff

Accents mix well together to create ambiance and flow.

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Gold with Black Shade Hammered Metallic Table/Desk Lamp

A small accent lamp layers a enhanced soft light, and a chic set of appetizer plates (salad plates work well, too) frame a tasty nip and nosh.

Thyme & Table Dinnerware Black & White Medallion Stoneware Salad Round Plates, 4 Pack.

Black & White Medallion Stoneware Salad Round Plates, 4 Pack

Radius Barware Collection

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Radius Decanter

Airplane Decanter Set

Airplane Decanter Set

Gemmill 2 Door Accent Cabinet

Serge 2 Door Accent Cabinet

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Take Off Cocktail Shaker

SILVER ART Airplane Base Shot Glass

Airplane Base Shot Glass

Brixton 12-Ounce Rocks Glass

Brixton 12-Ounce Rocks Glass

Four Airplane Coasters

Four Airplane Coasters

Metal Airplane Propeller Wall Decor Clock

Hip Vintage Rod Hand Cut and Polished Glass Decanter

Hip Vintage Rod Hand Cut and Polished Glass Decanter

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Steady-Temp 8 oz. Martini Glass

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Fluted Whiskey Decanter
Mixology Elixer Spirits Decanter

Golf Club Cocktail Set

Golf Club Cocktail Set

Stainless-Steel Cocktail Picks, Set of 6

Stainless-Steel Cocktail Picks, Set of 6

Stainless Steel Martini Picks (Set of 6)

Stainless Steel Martini Picks (Set of 6)

Degroff silver cocktail shaker

Degroff Silver Cocktail Shaker

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Silver Aluminum 6 Bottles Ice Bucket

Stovetop Sugar Free Candied Nuts

Entertain these home bar styling ideas for a finished result that’s one part glamour, one part personal style, and one part fabulous now being served.

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Show & Tell

Black Friday Cyber Monday Dealsapalooza Show and Tell

Black Friday Cyber Monday dealsapalooza had my head spinning and my carts full.

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Photography by Alsu Vershinina

Searching and sourcing targeted items on the gifts for the holidays list kept me engaged for several days leading up to the big sale days.

No sooner had I carved the bird than the Cyber Monday sales were live and beckoning to me to get in on the savings.

Spending a good deal (ha!) of time shopping online proved fruitful, but it also was the culprit in me kinda- sorta losing all track of time.

With all this show and tell of Black Friday Cyber Monday finds I believe a tasty treat to kick off the holidays is in order.

holiday-treat-in-a-cup Photography by Anuja Tilj

In the pursuit of steals and deals, did I find all the items I had in mind at super fantastic prices?

No.

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Photography by Caleb Woods

What I did discover was that out there in retail land is several items I didn’t know I wanted to gift, but upon seeing them a jumbo Christmas light bulb brilliantly went off in my head.

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Hershey’s Kiss Candy Dishes continue to make my list for a whole host of reasons. Iconic candy inspires this lovely dish of course, but I give them as a trinket dish.

Besides, you know it’s Christmas season when this iconic sweet season commercial plays.

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Working with a theme tends to lead me in the right direction.

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Southern Living Magazine – Photography by Laurey W. Glenn

Magnolias on the mantel, magnolias under the tree.

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2024 Mintgreen Large Hardcover Monthly-Weekly Planner Magnolias

Beautiful Magnolia Eau de Parfum Spray

Beautiful Magnolia Eau de Parfum Spray

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Holiday festivities call for gussied up sparkle and pop.

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Bijoux Bar Crystal Simulated Pearl Heart Drop Earrings
1/10 CT. T.W. Mined White Diamond 14K Gold Over Silver Bolo Bracelet

Home for the Holidays.

Concordville Zinc Chateau

Concordville Zinc Chateau

Everything old is new again.

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Crosley Cruiser Premier Vinyl Record Player with Speakers and Wireless Bluetooth – Audio Turntables

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Hemingway Boxed Set Paperback

Classic read Christmas present perfect.

Little Women and Other Novels (Collectible Editions) by Louisa May Alcott

Little Women and Other Novels (Collectible Editions) by Louisa May Alcott

‘Tis the season, and with it goes the hunt for thoughtful treasures and trinkets to gift in the spirit of thrill and surprise.

What Black Friday Cyber Monday deals and steals did you find?

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Show & Tell

Love Family and Friends

Love family and friends fittingly suggests and describes the nouns of our lives- the people, places, and things we treasure.

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Thanksgiving holiday gathering together welcomes traditions, food, friends and family into heart and home.

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Photography by Jon Tyson – Unsplash

Sharing this all things house that make a home life with you, the reader who has become the friend is a privilege. I am grateful to you for inviting me into your home through word, style, and design.

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Thank you for welcoming me into your home through this show and tell.

Victoria Magazine

Personal mementos and collections tell your story to others, and that’s reason number one you should gather together and bring treasures you love to your Thanksgiving table and sideboard.

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Accents, accessories, touches, and tidbits- what suits your style, taste, and personal preference is what best fits the occasion and sets an impressive holiday table.

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Make memorable Thanksgiving gathering goodies by mixing the traditional with new traditions for memorable measure and the sweet with the savory seasoned with love and gratitude.

“Gratitude is when memory is stored
in the heart and not in the mind.”

—Lionel Hampton

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“Forever on Thanksgiving
the heart will find the pathway home.”

—Wilbur D. Nesbit

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Home is where the holiday heart is, and mine beats strong here at Places In The Home.

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Our holiday celebrations are all about honoring traditions old and new, making meaningful memories, and sharing the holiday love with family, friends, and readers.

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Setting the holiday table serves as a welcome to our home show and tell.

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As a few of you may know, my partner in Places In The Home, life, and love, Dave the Builder, passed away last Thanksgiving evening. Beautiful memories of him and the life we built together over 40+ years top my what I’m most grateful for list.

Some of you may realize Places In The Home has been on a forced (error) vacation over these last two weeks.

Back of the house business and corrupted plugins coupled with inadvertent deletion of the files that make the site visible to the public all came together to dance the death of destructive disappearance over the pages of Places In The Home.

We’re back up and running, and for that I am grateful beyond words.

May love of family and friends, good health, the comforts of home, appreciation of beauty, and wealth in all of these richly touch you and yours.

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Elements of French Kitchen Design

Elements of French kitchen design speak fluent style to legions of Francophile-obsessed decoristas.

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Velvet Art

With the holiday season right around the corner, the kitchen will be the baking-cooking-gathering star of the show.

There’s no time like the present to entertain the thought of a kitchen revamp, refresh or remodel, n’est-ce pas?

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Our Food Stories – deVOL Kitchens

Elements of French kitchen design marry formality with rustic refinement coupled with old-world charm personifying the characteristics of the country French kitchen.

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Better Homes & Gardens – Photography by Werner Straube

Architectural elements juxtaposed against a weathered patina and items of old and new come together to lend warmth and character which in turn create a visually stunning space.

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Architectural Digest – Photography by Simon Watson

Nature inspired tones and skirted sinks and islands of stone become the design elements cornerstone of rustic French kitchen design.

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Ashley Montgomery Design

Do you prefer the term country French or French country?

country-french-kitchen-copper Traditional Style of the Country French Kitchen

Perhaps a tomayto, tomahto point, but Country French is the term used most often in the antiques world so country French it is.

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Inspiration is everywhere, and listening to French music is an excellent source of inspiration- a musical form of a French immersion master class.

Antiqued Dalle de Beaucaire French Limestone Flooring

Antiqued Dalle de Beaucaire French Limestone Flooring

It is said that kitchen design starts from the ground up.

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French Terracotta Flooring – Vintage Elements

Auxerre French Reclaimed Terra Cotta Tile Hexagon

Auxerre French Reclaimed Terracotta Tile Hexagon

Rich earthy tones, pattern designs at play, and old-world charm is present in natural stone choices.

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Hardwood floors, natural wood cabinets, exposed stone tile backsplash, an effortless mix of new and vintage architectural pieces, and marble countertops continue to top the list of the most preferred elements of French kitchen design.

Elements of French Kitchen Design flooring

Varenna Porcelain Floor Tile

Argos Natural Ceramic Floor and Wall Tile

Stella Loire Silver Smoke Porcelain Floor and Wall Tile

Balsa 24″ x 24″ Porcelain Wood Look Wall & Floor Tile

Artisan Damero Azul 13 in. x 13 in. Ceramic Floor and Wall Tile

Canet Gris 17 in. x 17 in. Porcelain Floor and Wall Tile

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Veranda Magazine – Photography by Xaviet Bejot

Oscar Wilde tells us imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. Imitating the distinctive European elegance vis-à-vis design and decor pays a compliment to the classic French kitchen.

May I present in the style of accents and accessories for your design and decorating inspiration~

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French Lantern Chandelier in Gilded Bronze with Cut Crystal Detail

Artichoke Art Print

Artichoke Art Print

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Shachar 72 in. or 90 in. Extendable Rectangle Dark Brown Wood Dining Table

Regina Wood Upholstered Dining Chair by Christopher Knight Home

Regina Wood Upholstered Dining Chair by Christopher Knight Home
French Market Basket

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Maison Créative

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Betera Blanco 13-1/8 in. x 13-1/8 in. Ceramic Floor and Wall Tile

Merola Tile Retro Hex Nero 14.13″ x 16.25″ Porcelain Floor and Wall Tile

Industry Tile 8×8 Art Wood Marble Design 5 Porcelain Tile

Merola Tile Kings Damero 17.63″ x 17.63″ Ceramic Floor and Wall Tile

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From the rustic chic of hardwood, the earthy richness of natural stone, the formal informal of marble, and the iconic style of parquet flooring- flooring serves as a principal foundation piece in terms of the overall balance of kitchen design.

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Hand Scraped Strand Woven Sahara Engineered Bamboo Flooring

Dixiewood Herringbone Brown 9.25 in. x 11.22 in. Marble Mosaic Tile

Balsa Decor Caramel 24 in. x 24 in. Matte Porcelain Floor and Wall Tile

French Oak Santa Cruz Solid Hardwood Flooring

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House Beautiful – Mindy Laven Design
Photography by Christopher Lee Foto

Commanding features of the very right of the white kitchen juxtaposed with the presence of accents and accessories rich in provincial color, texture and pattern fashion a visually interesting mélange of design and decorating distinction.

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Palm Design Group

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Antique French Pine Cabinet Doors

Subtle drama, a decorating oxymoron if there ever was one, engages my eye past the traditional idea of the country French kitchen to decor accents in the not trying so hard to exemplify the look category.

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4 Light Empire Chandelier

Grosvenor Large Single Hanging Shade

Alisina 4 - Light Dimmable Lantern Geometric Chandelier

Alisina 4 – Light Dimmable Lantern Geometric Chandelier

Balsa Decor Caramel 24 in. x 24 in. Matte Porcelain Floor and Wall Tile Gray

Balsa Decor Caramel 24 in. x 24 in. Matte Porcelain Floor and Wall Tile

Sahara Hand Scraped Strand Woven Engineered Bamboo Flooring

Sahara Hand Scraped Strand Woven Engineered Bamboo Flooring

Salento 8-Light Vintage Copper Chandelier

Salento 8-Light Vintage Copper Chandelier

Same fixture design but in Persian white.

Salento 8-Light Persian White Chandelier

Salento 8-Light Persian White Chandelier

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Chevron LakLuxury Vinyl Plank Flooring

Salento 9-Light Vintage Copper Chandelier

Salento 9-Light Vintage Copper Chandelier

French Country 12-light Beaded Empire Candle Chandelier

French Country 12-light Beaded Empire Candle Chandelier

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Bria Hammel Interiors

Chapman & Myers Modern Globe Lantern

Chapman & Myers Modern Globe Lantern

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Mitzi Fenimore 1 Light Pendant
Hudson Valley Painted No.1 by Mark D. Sikes 3-light Aged Brass Pendant

Allenglade 5-Light Unique Antique Gold Globe Chandelier with Crystal Accents

Allenglade 5-Light Unique Antique Gold Globe Chandelier

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Antique Copper 7-Light Crystal Empire Four Tier Chandelier

Adding a ceiling medallion completes the desired result.

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European Collection Acanthus Polyurethane Ceiling Medallion

Needham Urethane Ceiling Medallion

Saverne Ceiling Medallion, Primed White

Shell And French Twist Polyurethane Ceiling Medallion

Benson Classic Ceiling Medallion, Americana Crackle

Strasbourg Urethane Ceiling Medallion, Pot of Cream

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Do you consider cabinet hardware as a focal point?

Oui mes amis.

Solid Brass Tassel Drawer Pull

Solid Brass Tassel Pull

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Anne at Home Hare Head Knob in Pewter Matte

All Creatures 1.37″ Diameter Mushroom Knob

Never underestimate the small details and the ability they have to make a grand statement.

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Accenting with as opposed to a total immersion in is the key to alleviating the risk of a dated look.

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Sourcing home decor items is routine, but never mundane.

For any of you in the Greater Houston area or up for a treasure hunt adventure I suggest checking out the French and European items up for auction at Gallery Auction.

12 French High Ladder Back Rush Seat Chairs

In the days of Hopefully Classic, this auction company was an absolute favorite source of antique pieces and accents. Goodies at the Gallery was code for hook up the trailer and let’s go.

Louis XV Style Buffet Sideboard

Louis XV Style Buffet Sideboard

French Provincial Sideboard

French Provincial Sideboard

If you can’t make it in person you can view the catalog, bid online, and arrange to have your winning purchase(s) shipped to you at an additional cost. (Check out the copper cookware and stunning Empire chandeliers- treasures galore!)

Zentique Provence Side Dining Chair

Zentique Provence Side Dining Chair

Provencal Counter Stool

Provencal Counter Stool

Galliher 24.5'' Counter Stool

Galliher 24.5” Counter Stool

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House Beautiful – Photography by Simon Upton

East at Main Rattan Handwoven Wicker Armchair with Cushion - Brown-White-Wash

East at Main Rattan Handwoven Wicker Armchair with Cushion

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The Gray Barn Willow Way Dining Chair (Set of 2)

Antique Country French Provincial Farmhouse Walnut Dough Table or Petrin Kitchen Table

Linen and Wood Dining Chairs (Set of 4)
French Chic Vintage Style Dining Side Chair With Linen Welted Fabric

Antique Hand-Carved Hunt Dining Table

Antique Hand-Carved Hunt Dining Table

Maria Wood and Cane Upholstered Dining Chair

Dark Gray Fabric Dining Chairs with Black Checkerboard Back Design

Dark Gray Fabric Dining Chairs with Black Checkerboard Back Design, Set of 2

Admiration for the well-appointed French kitchen began when I was in junior high.

Uttermost Torriana Antiqued Accent Wall Clock

My best friend’s mother had impeccable taste in home furnishings and home décor accessories, and it carried throughout to create the notable interiors associated with one of the most premier homes of our area.

Robin's Nest Cabinet

Robin’s Nest Cabinet

Kingsley Sandblasted White Round Dining Table

Kingsley Sandblasted White Round Dining Table

Gracefully designed and decorated, the traditional kitchen, appointed with classic French flair, was indeed the design pièce de résistance.

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Remarkable in memory to this day is the French bleu colors mix paired with cream white accents designed to serve as both color palette and focal point.

Less is more echoed throughout the design and decor, and the style statement made more ethereal than overt.

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Better Homes & Gardens – Photography by Werner Straube

Accents in ç’est vraiment magnifique detail translates to it’s really beautiful- the quintessential design element of the curated French kitchen.

French Country Double-Handle Deck Mount Gooseneck Bridge Kitchen Faucet with Brass Sprayer in Polished Brass

French Country Double-Handle Deck Mount Gooseneck Bridge Kitchen Faucet with Brass Sprayer in Polished Brass

French Country style kitchen faucets by Kingston Brass represents the detail of vintage French country design, bringing elegance of old to the contemporary kitchen.

Kitchen Faucet with Side Sprayer in Antique Copper

Kitchen Faucet with Side Sprayer in Antique Copper

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Tuscan Farmhouse Arabescato Marble Sink

Arabescato Marble Sink

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Kingston Brass Heritage Kitchen-Faucet in Antique Copper

Marble Apron SInks

Whitehaus 30″ Single Basin Kitchen Sink

Beige Marble Rough Apron Sink

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Rounded Apron Front Farmhouse Kitchen Double Bowl Mexican Copper Sink

Utilitarian in function, unique in presence. Wonderful options for a butler/prep sink.

Rope Natural Stone Vessel Sink in Almond Brown

Rope Natural Stone Vessel Sink in Almond Brown

Cylindrical Natural Stone Vessel Sink in Grey

Cylindrical Natural Stone Vessel Sink in Grey

French White Marble Sink

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One-Handle Widespread Kitchen Bar Faucet

One-Handle Widespread Kitchen Bar Faucet

Single-Handle Bar Faucet in Copper

Akicon Single-Handle Bar Faucet in Copper

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noun

a small, decorative ornament or trinket.

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Antique French Blue Transferware Bowl 1878 Earthenware

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Country French Cupboard

French Antique Empire Iron and Tole Chandelier, Late 19th Century

French Antique Empire Iron and Tole Chandelier, Late 19th Century

19th Century French Oak Cabinet

19th Century French Oak Cabinet

19th Century Iron and Tole Chandelier

19th Century Iron and Tole Chandelier

Antique Oil Portrait Painting Woman, French Bonnet, French Brocante

Antique Oil Portrait Painting Woman, French Bonnet, French Brocante

Vintage French Louis XV Style Marble Top Paint Decorated Commode

Vintage French Louis XV Style Marble Top Paint Decorated Commode

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Rosemary & Lavender Live Wreath

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Circa Art Collection

Architectural salvage pediments.

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Antique French Pediment / Ornament

Vintage French Wood Pediment

Architectural French Carved Wood PedimentCast Stone Parisian Entrance Urn in Aged Charcoal

Curated style is born out of looking at decor pieces in a whole new light such as using this Parisian Entrance Urn as a countertop trash receptacle.

Blue Willow wall art, vintage landscape painting, Chinoiserie printable art

Blue Willow Chinoiserie Printable Art

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Large French Country Vaisselier Plate Shelf

Large French Country Vaisselier Plate Shelf

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Hanging Plate and Cup Rack

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Vintage Bread Boards - Extra Large

Vintage Bread Boards

Vintage Bread Boards

Antique French Provencal Salt Box

Antique French Provencal Salt Box

6 Full set French antique Flower enamel BB freres Kitchen Canisters Containers - Red stripes and Flowers

French Antique Flower Enamel BB Freres Kitchen Canisters Containers

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3-Piece Ceramic Canister Set in White and Blue

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Veranda – Photography by Alexandre Bailhache

Set of 5 French Kitchen Copper Pans Saucepans Wooden Handles

Set of 5 French Kitchen Copper Pans Saucepans Wooden Handles

Architectural salvage pieces take beautifully to the aesthetic of the French kitchen.

Antique Architectural Salvage cast iron Fireplace Cover

Antique Architectural Salvage Cast Iron Fireplace Cover

This antique architectural salvage cast iron fireplace cover is stunningly suitable as a fireback backsplash accent piece.

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Rustic Kitchen Island with Drawers

Avya Contemporary White and Gold 58-inch Wide Marble Top Kitchen Island by Furniture of America - Black/White

White and Gold 58-inch Wide Marble Top Kitchen Island

May I present a second option dripping in going for the gold style~

White and Gold 58-inch Wide Marble Top Kitchen Island

White and Gold 58-inch Wide Marble Top Kitchen Island

Homestyles Orleans Kitchen Island with Butcher Block Top

Homestyles Orleans Kitchen Island with Butcher Block Top

Large Marble Dough Bowl

Large Marble Dough Bowl – Photography by Liz Clayman

Stuart I Brown Solid Wood Top Two-Tier Black Metal Rolling Kitchen Island

Stuart I Brown Solid Wood Top Two-Tier Black Metal Rolling Kitchen Island

Elisgner Industrial Black Metal 29-inch Kitchen Island Table

Elisgner Black Metal 29-inch Kitchen Island Table

Espresso Barley Twist Upholstered Counter Stool

Espresso Barley Twist Upholstered Counter Stool

19th century French allumette, match holder

19th century French allumette, Match Holder

Rooster Cutting Board

Rooster Cutting Board

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Apilco Pig Casserole Dish

Apilco Porcelain Hare Casserole Dish

Apilco Porcelain Hare Casserole Dish

French kitchen Pillivuyt & Cie porcelain rabbit pate tureen

French Kitchen Pillivuyt & Cie Porcelain Rabbit Pate Tureen

Martha Stewart 6" Cream Ceramic Rooster Baker

Martha Stewart 6″ Cream Ceramic Rooster Baker

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Pomegranate Fruit Oil Painting

Whitewash Rattan Wall Basket1 (1)

Large Natural Willow Tote Basket by Ashland®

Classic Provencal blue cookware.

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Tramontina Enameled Cast-Iron 7-qt. Oval Dutch Oven

Tramontina Enameled Cast-Iron 7-qt. Oval Dutch Oven

Creil & Montereau Blue Transferware Small Serving Dish Vine Model

Creil & Montereau Blue Transferware Small Serving Dish Vine Model

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MALACASA Series Ceramic Oval Baking Dish Bakeware Set

E. Dehillerin Paris Stamped Stock Stew Pot stamp

E. Dehillerin Paris Stamped Stock Stew Pot

E. Dehillerin Paris Stamped Stock Stew Pot

Steel Cookware Stand w/ 6 Shelves

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Ruffoni Historia Hammered Copper Roasting Pan with Artichoke Handle

Antique Linen Napkins Set of 4, Mismatched Monogrammed French Damask White Dinner Napkins

French Antique Ironstone Canister Set

French kitchen design provides the perfect opportunity to add a single focal point lamp or perhaps a duo to the countertop for accent lighting perfection.

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Clara Table Lamps, Set of 2

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Roma Table Lamps, Set of 2

Distinctive European elegance is the standard of style and signature component of French kitchen design.

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