Category Archives: Holiday Decor

SEASONAL DECOR WITH A TWIST

We love holiday decorating using everyday decor paired with fresh seasonal accents to give mantels, tables and entryways unique, personal style. Below are three of our favorite holiday trimmings with tips that will inspire you to create warm and welcoming vignettes throughout your home this season.

And don’t forget that the PJ & Company team can help you decorate your home with less stress and added style for the upcoming holiday season! Call us at 203.640.3762 or email patti@pjstagingdecorating.com to discuss how we can create warmth and style to fit within your budget and schedule for the holidays.

Rustic Luxe 

  • For unexpected elegant style, mix nature-inspired elements such as delicate twigs and birch wrapped candles with high-shine, gold and silver metallics and luxurious fabrics.
  • Surround woodland or ceramic animals with glittery gold and mercury glass trees.
  • Drape greenery on mantels with glass lanterns or hurricanes filled with sparkling ornaments and trinkets.
  • Pair a chunky, wool cable knit throw with silky, beaded and faux fur pillows.

Classic Plaid Reimagined

For a traditional look with a twist, layer in texture by using on-trend tartan plaid pillows, bedding or dinnerware paired with animal print patterns and cozy faux fur fabrics.

Coastal Chic With Pops of On-Trend Blues 

  • Create a relaxed, beach vibe by using coastal elements in whites and creams paired with accents in an array of trending blue hues.
  • Arrange shells, starfish and coral in a rustic wood bowl with touches of greenery and metallic accents.
  • Consider a white Christmas tree adorned with an array of silk peacock blue ribbons and shimmery ornaments.

 

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Stylish Trends To Celebrate The Season

‘Tis the season to add festive cheer to your decor. No matter what holiday you are celebrating, we have some great tips for bringing that special glow into your homes. Happy decorating!

Shimmer & Sparkle
Silver and gold metallics will add chic style to any neutral room. We love the elegance of a mantle or dining table adorned with antique mercury glass candle holders and votives, classic white candles, touches of greenery and white amaryllis.

A Mix of Fabrics and Textures 
Mix and match cozy fabrics and materials such as faux fur blankets, chunky knit throws, quilted velvet stockings, leather poufs, burlap pillows and red plaid fabrics. It’s a perfect way to layer in warmth an luxury to any space.

Rustic Charm
Bring in elements from nature for a rustic look by using fresh evergreen and winterberry wreaths and trimmings paired with pinecones, twigs and fruit. Then pair with nostalgic touches such as embroidered pillows with wintry imagery and vintage designs, plaid dinnerware, ornaments and frames.

Creative Accents
Fill glass bowls and vases with colorful ornaments, candy, nuts, pinecones, pomegranates, kumquats or cranberries then top with a pillar candle for a unique accent. Try recycling wine bottles and use as candlesticks by replacing labels with metallic wrap or a bow. The possibilities are endless!

For more stylish ideas visit our Holiday Decor Trends Pinterest board here: www.pinterest.com/decortrends

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MAKE YOUR THANKSGIVING TABLE MEMORABLE

Holidays spent with friends and family is something we should all feel grateful for. So why not make your Thanksgiving guests feel extra special by setting an unforgettably welcoming table to gather around? Whether your style is casual or formal, we have some tips for setting the tone (and table) that’s right for you.

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1. Use Warm, Rich Autumn Hues
Mix and match neutral dinnerware and table linens with pops of whimsical colors of the season – oranges, reds, yellows and browns. For a more formal and cohesive look, try to limit patterns and colors to no more than two.

2. Mix and Match Styles 
For a modern twist, replace the traditional table cloth with natural woven placemats or chargers paired with more formal fine china and and glassware.

3. Use Elements With Different Textures 
Add depth to your centerpiece by layering natural, rustic elements such as pumpkins, gords, twigs and pinecones with a mix of shiny silver and gold metallic votives and candleholders.

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4. Be Creative For A Unique Look  
Have fun by using items from nature in unexpected ways — spray pumpkins with copper or gold metallic paint, place fall flowers in gourd vases, attach a simple name tag to  a colorful pear, use bark edged wood for chargers, ask guests to write what they are thankful for on small  cards and hang from a bouquet of branches, etc.

Click here to visit our Thanksgiving Tablescapes Pinterest board for more creative ideas!
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PJ & Co’s Top 10 Ways To Add Style To Your Thanksgiving Table

PJ & Co. is turning 10 in Dec. of 2015! In honor of this milestone, we will be sharing a series of “Top 10” Decorating/Staging Tips in the coming weeks. Let us know on Facebook, Instagram or email which are your favorites tips for a chance to win a Complimentary Home Decorating Consultation in 2016!

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  1. Mix and match different textures, patterns and styles for a modern twist
  2. Pair neutral colored placemats or table cloths with pops of bright colors
  3. Add a mix of gold and silver pieces for elegance and shine
  4. Incorporate rustic, natural elements in place settings
  5. Place fall flowers in unique gourd vases for centerpieces
  6. Spray pumpkins, twigs and pinecones with copper or gold metallic paint for a “wow”
  7. Try a simple pear with a name tag attached for a creative placecard holder
  8. Pair traditional fine china with contemporary flatware and glassware
  9. Add unique charm with pumpkin or turnip votive holders
  10. Replace the traditional table cloth with natural woven placemats or chargers

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