Wednesday, April 21, 2010

~Vintage Silver~ My Etsy pics of the week…

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(click on the pictures above to be directed to these Etsy shops)

Vintage silver is so pretty and I love tarnished, aged pieces. To me the imperfections are what give each piece character and a sense of history. They are one of the easiest items to come across at thrift shops, flea markets and antique shops and are relatively inexpensive.

A pretty way to display silver pieces is to group them together as a collection or to display one larger piece, creating a beautiful focal point.

www.Etsy.com

Thursday, April 15, 2010

~Rolling Greens Nursery~

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Rolling Greens is so much more than a nursery. With their vast selection of decorative accessories, antiques, cards, journals, candles, pottery and of course gorgeous floral and greenery, they have all that you could possibly be looking for.

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(left) An abundance of romantic flowers fills this boutique nursery. (right) Vintage style books have empty pages, making them the perfect place to write all of your thoughts in…

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The way they have blended the elegant, distressed antiques with the warmth and color of the surrounding flowers and greenery, is so inviting.

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(left) An array of vintage bottles stand beside this stately urn brimming with ivy. (right) Vintage barrels with a beautiful patina add a rustic, outdoor look.
 
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Gorgeous ranunculus are overflowing in this French wire basket placed perfectly next to an antique daybed.
 
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(left) An assortment of worn bottles and storage containers make unique display pieces. (right) A single branch placed in one of these oversized glass jugs would make a beautiful focal point.

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 Everything about this vignette is perfect! The product placement throughout the boutique is impeccable…

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(left) The vibrant colors of these flowers is so pretty. (right) Distressed chandeliers hang delicately from the high ceilings.

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This pretty iron birdcage would make the perfect accent piece placed in a courtyard or garden.

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This elegant iron gate would be a lovely decorative piece to place against an outdoor wall and drape with climbing roses or ivy.

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(left) Vintage windows make the perfect backdrop to this garden setting. (right) Hanging nests seem to be floating freely. 

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(left) A gorgeous antique mirror is surrounded by elegant ivy topiaries. (right) A birdcage makes the perfect decorative display piece.

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(left) Birds, nests and birdhouses are readily available and bring the outdoors in. (right) Every style of pottery imaginable is available, from simple and modern to detailed and ornate. 

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Sweet lavender placed in a French bucket makes a beautiful centerpiece.

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(left) Lovely scented soaps, fill a rustic drawer. (right) A fleur-de-lis finial is ready to be placed on a post.

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Nature inspired stamps, books and stationary fill many tables and shelves throughout the store.

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The selection of candles is extensive yet, they remain inviting and cohesive as does everything throughout the nursery.

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This incredible display caught my eye the second I walked in. Vintage birdcages hang from the branches, creating an instant and dramatic focal point!

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The outdoor patio is filled with gorgeous urns waiting to be filled with beautiful flowers.

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I had such a wonderful time photographing Rolling Greens and browsing through all of their stunning merchandise. I was so inspired by everything around me. There really is no place like it…

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~Me and Jesse~

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Visit Rolling Greens Nursery:

7505 Beverly blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90036

(323) 934-4500

www.RollingGreensNursery.com