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BIG DECOR?

Oznell — Tue, 21 Apr 2020 17:14:48 GMT

"Hello Lovely" is a fun site that showcases a number of "old world" European looks. One of their articles repeatedly makes the point that it's more likely in European design for decor to be functional, rather than just "eye candy". Larger shapes too. I think that's especially true in genres like "Belgian farmhouse" style, which tends to be a more spare look, with much less bric a brac.

An example they use is this one:

Just focus on the decanters. It's not for everyone, but I'm one of those who loves bigger, fewer shapes in design. I love these decanters! I would have fewer.

But I disagree with the article that these are functional in this space, as well as ethereally beautiful. I don't think this homeowner is using them!! But I love to look at them. They have personality, like little people, ha.

Another old world example of decor they show is this old weathered pottery. Again, I wouldn't call it functional though, since it looks fragile and there appear to be possible cracks. I find it so soulful and handsome in the space.

I have a few outsize pieces, like one giant blue and white ginger jar, a few other things. I do have old pottery, but nothing as venerable as that above.

Two questions for you: Do you like fewer, "big" objects?

Do you like weathered, distressed pottery for display?

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twinsister — Tue, 21 Apr 2020 17:34:16 GMT

@Oznell - Yes, I like fewer big items now, but in the past I decorated with a lot of smaller items, i.e., my Hummels. As for distressed maybe one or two items, but I wouldn't make a theme of it. I recently bought a large distressed hurricane in ivory and it is on a large round ottoman. Lately, I am into the "less is more" idea for decorating.

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Imaoldhippie — Tue, 21 Apr 2020 17:38:30 GMT

The amount of decanters is just right for me and the pottery too. Less or more? For me it depends on what it is.

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dulwich — Tue, 21 Apr 2020 17:51:51 GMT

@Oznell I love all the decanters but would only keep the two large ones - on ‘plinths’ at either end of dresser - and maybe just another two of different sizes which I would play around with to make ‘my’ arrangement. I do like larger shapes but not all in a row and not too many.

Not keen on the pottery.

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DREAMON — Tue, 21 Apr 2020 17:58:22 GMT

I too vote for fewer large pieces.

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Oznell — Tue, 21 Apr 2020 19:25:38 GMT

Hey, @twinsister , @Imaoldhippie , @dulwich , @DREAMON , I'm glad to find you all like "bigger" too!

@dulwich, excellent point about not all in a row, better "broken up" a bit...

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kittyloo — Tue, 21 Apr 2020 19:33:21 GMT

i like many elements in this room. i like the style of the bench covers and window coverings, but, the color is a bit dreary. i enjoy the eclectic vibe of this room, but the matching sconces, with the chairs is too symetrical and matchy for my taste.

i like the decanters, but they are way too similar in looks for me. why not have decanters that have a little more personality to them.

love the farm dining table, and the cat can stay as well.

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Oznell — Tue, 21 Apr 2020 21:12:48 GMT

Kudos, observant @kittyloo -- and true to your screen name-- I wondered who would mention that pensive kitty first!

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piperbay — Tue, 21 Apr 2020 21:24:03 GMT

I found every room to have a heavy look to it.

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ALRATIBA — Tue, 21 Apr 2020 21:39:33 GMT

I have a collection of decorative glass ... some cut glass vases and pitchers - other glass. Some I inherited, some were gifts. Some clear glass, some blue or red.

Too "pretty" to put away so I use them on the windowsills filled with my collection of knitting needles and Tunisian hooks. My windows face west and the colored glass at sunset is wonderful to see.

My original plan was to crochet "flowers" and use the needles and hooks as stems.... just haven't got around to it yet.

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Catiele — Tue, 21 Apr 2020 22:48:29 GMT

This would look really nice if I had a maid. That will never happen. My husband is helping me clean this year and I am weeding out. My new motto is less is more.

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spiderw — Wed, 22 Apr 2020 02:23:05 GMT

I very much like the pottery and the mural on the wall. It is a lovely look. The decanters are also an interesting grouping and I like the different heights. I like a mixture of big and small and enjoy putting them together.

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Oznell — Wed, 22 Apr 2020 02:24:34 GMT

What a great, decorative idea for housing your knitting needles, @ALRATIBA -- I really like the ingenious ways people find to make pretty objects useful as well...

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Oznell — Wed, 22 Apr 2020 02:29:19 GMT

And I hope I'm not misremembering, @spiderw , but isn't it you who has that very handsome, oversize iridescent glass vase from Peony. I wavered on that one, but it's a great example of a large piece that delivers huge impact. I ended up not getting it, but love it and think it is a perfect example of what I'm talking about...

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spiderw — Wed, 22 Apr 2020 04:09:04 GMT

You remember well, Oznell! I did buy that vase and in fact have it in my dining room with faux peonies in it which I bought from Pier One !!!! It looks lovely and catches your eye when you walk in the room! You pointed out that vase to me in your post and I thank you.

Your description of the vase is on the mark and it is a large piece which makes an impact. I do not send pictures because I am clueless when it comes to that. However, I will see if my husband can help me, no guarantees though, ha ha.

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faeriemoon — Wed, 22 Apr 2020 12:53:46 GMT

LOVE this look. I am a "big decor" person.