A Home To Keep: DIY! Tell Your Story Through Vignettes

One of the easiest ways to decorate your home for any season is to arrange objects in a vignette. A vignette is a small grouping of objects that creates a focal point and “tells a story”. They bring warmth and life to any space.

“Come in and stay awhile this is indeed a welcoming place."

How to Build Your Story:

3 Basics:

• vary heights of objects

• use different textures

• display in "odd numbers"

Group on top of any flat surface: an entry table, bookshelf, countertop or chair.

Vignette Elements:

• using words, open books, treasured letters invites others to be a part of your story

• photos and personal items add warmth

• stacking items add interest

• vintage suitcases are fun to use

• pillows & throws add a pop of color

Base:

• tray

• small drawer on casters

• vintage suitcase or lunchbox

• chair

• placemat

• mirror

• picture frame

Height:

• books

• candle holders

• lanterns

• tiered trays

• cookbook holder

• table top easel

Welcome:

Before you even open the front door of your home, you can create a vignette that says, “Come in and stay awhile this is indeed a welcoming place." Here's some great ways to say "hello" to your family, friends and neighbors:

• a welcoming bench

• chalkboard with a cheery greeting

• front door wreath & welcoming mat

Fun Seasonal Elements:

Spring:

Lemons, limes, oranges, cherries, apricots, birds, jar filled with birds eggs, birdbaths, birds nests, teacups, small terracotta pots and greenery.

Summer:

Peaches, watermelon, sunflowers, nautical fishing floats - wooden or glass, sandpipers, sailboats, jars filled with sea shells.

Fall:

Apples, pumpkins, crunchy leaves, vintage baskets and thermos', jar filled with acorns, mugs, candles, books.

Winter:

Pomegranates, berries, pinecones, jar filled with pinecones, garland, Christmas tree, ornaments. Black and white buffalo plaid throws and pillows.