Trisha Evans Designs

During the holiday season I love to burn candles but like to incorporate them into a display to maximize the effect of the comforting glow. I found this wonderful assortment of candle holders at Illuminations. What a striking display it makes. It will work nicely into any home decor but is especially striking when combined with other elements of a vintage white style.

I love the reflection of flickering candlelight and always try to incorporate it onto my tabletop. I have become particularly fond of floating candles because you have the calming element of water and light, which seem to play beautifully off of each other.

When floating candles are not practical or available, I opt for placing candles into glass cylinders or candlecups to keep the flame contained. These frosted ones with etched snowflakes are sure to warm even the frostiest winter chill.

As a self confessed lover of lace, these candleholders would have to be my favorite. They can be formal and romantic or when added to a more simple setting, they can create their own drama.

For a truly special table, add a candle to each place setting. This will unquestionably tell your guests just how special they are to you.

Whether you choose to use a candle here or there, or en masse, be sure capture the glow of the holidays with the relaxing flicker of candlelight.

Trisha's Holiday Decorating Tips

November 9, 2008

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Ballard Designs

November 5, 2008

Ballard Designs has long been one of my favorite places to shop. I have selected a few items from their holiday catalog to share with you, that I feel evokes the a vintage white style.

This incredible carved crown makes quite a statement. A large piece like this on a coffee table with a few candles is really all that you would need to make a striking display. Here are the candles:

I am having a really hard time choosing which of these two wall clocks will work best for my space. I love the aged vintage feel of this one but...

there is something about the creaminess of this one that calls to me.

I will resist the temptation to buy both. ;o) Mainly because I spied this fabulous piece that I must have! A vintage inspired Santos.

Then onto statuary. What do you think of these? I love them for inside or out.

Hope you have enjoyed our little shopping spree. I will be back later with more fabulous finds that cater to our preference for items a vintage white.

Embroidered Linens

November 2, 2008

I am always on the lookout for incredible vintage linens and am never disappointed at the selection that I find at Em's Heart. Although I must admit, these fabulous finds are usually fabulously found by someone else before I even get there. I encourage you to visit this wonderful site and spend some time looking at all of the exquisite pieces.