Vignettes...when to Break the Rules

by Kathy R

I've enjoyed learning and putting to practice basic principles of creating a vignette - also incorporating The Golden Ratio. Sometimes, though, it is o.k. to break the rules - or to bend them. I share some reasons why and how you can do this. It's all about what you love. tabletop,

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Simple grouping of things I love - white pitchers, Lavender and homemade moss balls. A simple vignette - based on favorite collectibles.

When creating a vignette - You can begin by applying the basic principles of focal point, varying by height - 'The Golden Ratio' - adding textures and grouping items in odd numbers...then you can begin to edit.

It's your home, it's your collecibles - make sure you enjoy your decor and are having fun decorating.

A single item on a tabletop is more of a display, but it is perfectly o.k. I love this spot first thing in the morning when the sun rays just begin to make lacy shadows.

Incorporate statement pieces - what you like to collect or if you what to try what's trendy.

It's fun to group unusual things - tell a story with your decor - in this picture - summertime to me includes bird watching and fishing, so I used items that represented that.