Creative Corner... Silhouettes

Silhouettes are one of the hottest trends in home decor. Painted on canvas, fabric, or high quality paper, and framed... OR... Precise cuts of Paper mounted in layers of solid, patterned, or textured papers create designs that are specific for the home and create a personalized display.

Painted Wood, Framed... Photo from: Decor Pad

Precise cut - Pattern Paper - Framed ... By Benign Objects

Hand Painted Linen - Famed... Tobi Fairley

Solid Paper on Pattern Paper - Framed... Young House Love

Fabric Appliqued on Fabric... Habit of Art

Hand painted canvas - Tea stained ... Martha Stewart

For those of you have the artistic ability, this is a great afternoon (or two) project! For those of you who love the idea, but the artistic side of you (...or time...) just won't allow you to... contact me!

M, W, F: 10am-3pm

Item of the Week... PICTURE FRAMES

July 5th - July 9th :: Picture Frames 20% OFF

Elemental Color of the week... Orange!

Orange is a vibrant color that is perfect for summer and takes you right into the beautifully rustic autumn. This color is great for all things that need cheering up. It is perfect for items as small as a few poppies in a floral arrangement to accent walls and upholstery! Here are a few rooms to inspire your Elemental Orange Pallette: Picture from: Wiley DesignsPicture from: Turner Davis Interiors Picture from: Pure Style Picture from: Diane Bergeron Picture from: Decor Pad Picture from: Artistic Designs for Living Picture from: Better Homes & Gardens Picture from: Tobi Fairley

Picture from: Decor Pad

Picture from: Decor Pad

Picture from: Decor Pad

Sweet, Sassy, and Southern Design

You heard it right~ Paula's second collection 'DOWN HOME' is almost ready! As if we could not all love Paula enough as it is, her Down Home Collection is to die for! She really did it right (again), taking southern home comfort and adding the design touches that make every single piece timelessly appealing, with functional quality for everyday use, and at a reasonable price point. Here are a few of our favorites from the new collection:

Ya'll come on in to ELEMENTS to see the rest of this collection!

Too, Interior Design Consultations are available! I would love to assist you with your next project! No project is too big or too small --- from something as little as a color consult or accessorizing your bookcases, to space plans and furniture selection, remodeling plans, and new home design. Just let me know :)

M, W, F 10am-3pm

Trending Now... Owls!

Okay, so this picture (above from Traditional Home) I just added... Owls are everywhere! So cute!

This owl pitcher is in stock at the shop! It works so well with so many place settings (traditional, rustic, modern, eclectic ~ seriously, any style!) And, you don't have to store it in a cupboard when you aren't using it... it would make a great bookshelf display piece!

I love the subtleness of this. When using animals in your decor it's always a great idea to use it minimally (use it once if it is a large piece for a statement... and use it only once or twice if it's on a smaller scale.) This pillow is a great way to have an owl in room without turning the room into 'the owl room'. (Available for special order at Elements).How adorable is this room (from 'A Bad Kitty')?! Again, a great neutral pallette with some Owl accents to add a touch of whimsy.

Artwork is another way to add this marvelous creature to your space. Add it to a neutral wall or, better yet... a red or aqua wall for a little drama. (Available for Special Order at Elements).

These are darling! We have quite a few in stock at the shop and have placed them on cocktail tables, ottoman trays, and bookcases. Combine them with picture frames, stacked books, or greenery for an adorable, and again subtle grouping.

LOVE THIS! Mixing the 'vintage' look with your home decor is 'so in' right now. This creme linen pillow with A simple black 'sketch' print of the vintage bike and a 'trending' owl, will look great on your sofa, chair, or bed, and will add some uniqueness. Also, decorative pillows are always a simple and inexpensive way to update your decor.

Owls are great for children too! Bright colors and simplistic owls will add that punch of color and fun for a nursery, playroom, craftroom, or a child's bedroom. Oh... and yes, it is okay to use for yourself as well! (Available for special order through Elements. 3 additional styles, 2 sizes, and custom sizing also available!)

Item of the week: CANDLES

All candles are 20% off this week only!

June 27th, 2011 - July 2nd, 2011

Elemental Color of the week... Gray!

The neutral hues between black and white provide crisp GRAY colors that work wonderfully as a backdrop to your accent colors or as an accent color itself. Use it with your traditional or eclectic decor to make a statement of serenity. Click our collage to check out just a few of the GRAY

items available at the store and for special order!

We found a few rooms to inspire your Elemental Gray pallette...

Photo from: Tracery Interiors

Photo from; Bijou Kalidescope

Photo from: House Beautiful

Photo from: Dwellings and Decor

Photo from: decor pad

Photo from: House Beautiful

Photo from: decor pad

Photo from: F. Schumacher & Co.