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Color Crush: Dramatic Ocean Waves
Sometimes, the colors of nature are the best inspiration for a room design. For this week's Color Crush color palette, I've found a beautiful photo of dramatic ocean waves hitting rocks at the shoreline. These colors are subdued and lovely, ranging from taupe, medium brown, and chocolate, to the lightest gray, and shades of blue that grow progressively darker in hue. The most saturated is almost a teal color that would look great as an accent color. The lighter shades would be great as couch colors or paint. The overall effect would be calm and organic. What do you think? Like this...
Color Crush: Impressive Peacock Plumage
Peafowl, like butterflies, are one of nature's most showy creations. The male peacocks have spectacular plumage they'll show off and strut from time to time, especially if there's a peahen nearby. (If you get a chance, look up videos on YouTube of the peacock courting a female — it's so impressive to watch them show off their feathers.) Their vibrant iridescent plumage colors range from deep blues and greens to the lightest purples and creams. Some peacocks even have white and cream colored feathers instead of bright colors. They're all beautiful. In using the color palette pictures above, any of the colors in the palette can be "dialed...
Design Crush: Pinwheel Candleholder
Earlier this week, I wrote about creating a cozy, comfortable home that's totally "hygge." One of the elements I suggested is to use lots of candles. So for my Design Crush this week, I'm sharing the Pinwheel Candleholder from Global Views. This contemporary gold candleholder, also available in polished nickel or brass, create a display of movement on any surface with their curved bases. Available in small or large, they can be placed individually or grouped in a nesting tablescape. Perfect for a Thanksgiving centerpiece or just a cozy night at home. What do you think? Got your own Design Crush? Share...