For a variety of reasons – aesthetic and emotional and personal – I wanted to keep things lighter, more playful, and simpler this Halloween.
And I wanted to use pink.
So I made myself a banner (imagine!) and decided on a loose theme of “Bewitched” –
more of a Nicole Kidman/Nora Ephron kind of Bewitched, light and airy and slightly ruffly and very pink.
To do this I added some fringe garland to some paper lanterns I had on hand, cut out some birds in black & white patterned paper, and threw it all up on the mantle with the banner.
I think it is pretty cute for a last minute idea.
Wanting to keep things simple, I also took down my scrolly candle holders from either side of the map and I think they may be down for good… What do you think?
Lately I have been dreaming of an airier, lighter feel in the living room and hoping that 2010 will be the year of A New Couch & Rug, or at least a new room re-arrangement.
I know I need to finish our bedroom first but I am setting that goal for Thanksgiving, so that leaves 2010 wide open for other design projects….
Lovely! Happy belated birthday too 🙂
super cute as usual. I love the twist you put on things…always so colorful and happy!
I think you have the most joyful, fun, happy looking home I have ever seen! Darling decorations!
How I love your decorated mantles!!! This one is especially festive!!! Fall Blessings my friend!
What a fun take on Halloween! I love the hanging lanterns with the ruffle trim. Really cute!!
p.s.
I think the map stands out more with the candle holders down, but that said I like it both ways. Maybe they can find a home in another spot in your pretty house?
I love the banner. I am so into banners this year. Thanks for sharing!
I think it's all just perfect. I'm feeling color these days. Don't know what's going on with me but I just can't get enough.
I LOVE the idea of pink for Halloween and I think you did a great job of it!! Thanks for all of the wonderful pictures. I haven't started decorating for Halloween yet but I just may include something pink and I'll think of you if I do!! : )
~ Wendy
http://Crickleberrycottage.blogspot.com/
Cute, cute!! I will say, that your candleholders on either side were my absolute favorite things on/around your mantle and made me want to rethink my own, but we all need a little change, don't we??
Elise
Cute! I totally understand wanting things a bit airier…but your candle sticks are always so cute…I don't know if I could give them up…tough choice : )
I truly love your bewitched banner! I have a great fireplace for something like that hmmmm 🙂
As always you did a super cute job of decorating & putting an adorably pink spin on Halloween! Love it!
Simply lovely! I always enjoy hearing about your inspiration. I love how your mind works!