Fresh Produce Can Make a Pretty Arrangement

The last weekend of summer is officially here!! I know many of you are off camping, boating and barbecuing. I on the other hand am staying at home and enjoying some beautiful produce from the local Farmers market.

It is so fun to buy local produce. I had to get some of the many varieties of small tomatoes. They come in all different colors, sizes and shapes. Red peppers, cucumbers and fresh crisp grapes, YUM!!

I also had to buy some flowers that had a  Fall look so I bought some pinky/red small mums with yellow centers and yellow lilies.

As delicious as all the local produce is to eat, I have to take advantage of its beautiful colors and put them out to display in simple bowls on my counter top. It does not have to be an expensive floral arrangements to be beautiful. Sometimes just simple flowers in a vase or a bowlful of fruit or veggies is equally as beautiful. Or at least I think so. I will let you be the judge.

The light was coming in the window at an angle and it looked so pretty. I had fun taking pictures, I hope you don’t mind seeing a few?!

So there you have it!! Next time you visit your Farmer’s market or even your local grocery store produce department. Look at the fruit and veggies as a still life and have them out to look at and enjoy their beauty before you gobble them up!

HAPPY LABOR DAY!!

“Enjoy the Process”: Of

 Displaying your produce in an artful way and the Extra Day Off!!!

Kathysue

Baskets

Since I have made my list of ways that I like to bring Fall into my home I thought I would go down that list and do a few posts on the different elements. So far I have done one on cutting boards and candles. Today I would like to talk about baskets.

I love the texture baskets can bring into a room. They also are usually in a warm color that will be perfect for a fall/winter touch in your home. They can be decorative, but often times they are also a great way to store clutter. I have a collection of images to show some interesting uses of baskets in a home.

I love this image!! It actually has a few of the elements that I have on my Fall list like leaf prints, lantern, candles and, of course, baskets. I love the fact that this vignette is neutral and light but still offers a warm textural look.

Simple, yet very effective.

 

Artie from Color Outside the Lines did a post on designer Jacob Zwieglaar. I am in love with this designer's design aesthetic. It is light and airy with touches of black and white. He always seems to use wonderful textures and live plants which give the room a pop of green.  I Like the idea of little shades inside the lantern- what a cute touch!

Image from Completely Coastal. Baskets, candles and lanterns!! All on my list.

What a great way to corral cooking clutter.

I have used this picture before as a wonderful example in the use of texture. Brick floor, clear shiny lamp, smooth wood desk, rough basket weave. This is a perfect Fall vignette for me. Leaf prints, candle, baskets and books.

I am showing this picture because of the blinds. Although they are not technically a basket they do remind me of a basket weave. Think about taking down curtains or other blinds and put up a simple bamboo shade to add a texture and warmth for the fall. I also like the touch of leopard in this room. I add just a touch to my family room in the fall.

This is another of my all time favorite rooms or, in this case, entry. How about a huge basket to put shoes that are left at the door?

A fun hanging storage idea.

Layla’s kitchen from the Lettered Cottage. Adding the baskets made this already wonderful kitchen that much more interesting.

More hanging storage ideas. This time from Martha Stewart.

An upside down basket hanging light, great texture.

Great idea for storage. Image from La Dolfina blog.

Room by Nate Berkus

A simple basket on the wall. Image Apartment Therapy

Instead of a ceramic pot for herbs why not use a basket instead.

These wicker covered bottles are all the rage right now and can be purchased at places like Pottery Barn. They bring a wonderful shape and texture to a room. I really like how they used them as a flower vase.

More storage. Look at the wonderful over sized bread board on the counter top. I love, love, love this!!!

Baskets, and notice the window treatment. Love this room. The little touch of black just makes this room for me.

I must leave you with one last picture. Using animal antlers is all the rage this season in the decor magazines and in catalogs. Well, now you can be the proud owner of wicker horns sold by Ballard designs.

How about that for some texture? All kidding aside, if you would like to read a wonderful post about the use of antlers, faux and real go to Vignette Designs where Delores has written a wonderful post.

I hope that seeing all of these wonderful baskets has given you some inspiration to add some baskets to your Fall decor.

Where do you think you could add a basket or two? I am seriously thinking about some wicker shades for lamps and I would love a coffee table that is a storage basket with wonderful patina.

“ Enjoy the Process” Of:

Adding texture to your Fall decor with the addition of baskets.

Kathysue

BTW: If you missed yesterday's post, I did a guest post HERE!

Be sure and click on over, it is all about good resources for shopping.

SHOP LIKE A DESIGN BLOGGER!!

Today I am doing my first guest post over at Averill’s blog Odi Et Amo !!

Averill does a really fun series of post done by guest bloggers called, “Shop Like A Design Blogger.” She asked me to do a guest post today!! I am so excited to do this!!

So hop on over to Averill’s blog by clicking HERE! To get some of my Shopping tips!! If you like shopping for pillows, art, lighting and a few unique items be sure to come by for a look.

While you are there visiting be sure to take a look at Averill's blog!! She is one articulate and stylish lady!!

“Enjoy the Process” Of:

Shopping Like a Design Blogger!

Kathysue

BTW: Apparently there was some technical difficulties and my post will be posted later today. Sorry for the delay!! I think it will be worth the wait!!!