Sunday, December 4, 2011

Christmas Colour Ideas: Gorgeous Shades of Green


A few flourishes in an unexpected hue can add a fresh, new twist to a Christmas decorating scheme.

Sparkling and summery greens look beautiful when mixed with deeper shades like spruce or pine...
(Good Housekeeping)

or when elegantly showcased against a simple, white backdrop.
(Martha Stewart)

They look stunning paired with dark, earthy colours...
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rich and stately bronze...
(via Inspiration-For-Home)

or the cool, contemporary tones of smoky, charcoal grey.
(Mary Macdonald)

Citrus greens add shimmer and warmth...
(Better Homes and Gardens)

to a subdued and sophisticated design scheme...
(Country Living)

while more summery hues offer a soft suggestion of colour...
(Better Homes and Gardens)

that blends harmoniously with traditional Christmas decor.
(Better Homes and Gardens)

Add a little extra sparkle, colour and personality to your holiday decorating plan this year with the gorgeous simplicity of fresh and vibrant green.




Friday, December 2, 2011

Dreamy White Christmas Decorating Ideas

(Traditional Home)

There truly is something magical about the romantic idea of a wintery WHITE CHRISTMAS...

Complimented with fresh greens and sparkling metallics, a soft white color palette is simple, elegant and deliciously glamorous.

(Better Homes and Gardens)
(via Home-Design-Decoration)
(via Designer-Decor-Staging)
(Better Homes and Gardens)
(via Inspiration-For Home)
(via Modern-Homes-Interior-Design)
(Better Homes and Gardens)
(via Distro-Architecture)
(via The-Enchanted-Home)
(via Fresh-Home)
(Martha Stewart)
(via Kaitlynn-Gottlieb-Blog)

From ornaments, to flowers, to dishes, to ribbons and bows, WHITE creates a completely enchanting Christmas decorating scheme.

(via The-Enchanted-Home)

Are you dreaming of a WHITE CHRISTMAS this year?