not in frame

ive been to enough auctions in my life to know its not always whats in the frame that matters. sometimes its simply the frame itself.

In amsterdam this summer while strolling through the rijksmuseum, i found myself captivated but in some instances it was by the sheer beauty and intricacies of the frames around the old paintings. Delicate, detailed, elegant and telling a story all on their own.

Ive been seeing a few photos around the blog world of just frames - hanging on the wall. no need to fill them just simply allowing them to be seen, to be admired and appreciated - and i think thats simply lovely.

imagine the combinations you could create -

i found these two very old and very beautiful frames and they are in the shop now waiting to grace someone's walls ~

images: greigedesign, anthropologie, unknown, lobster&swan, flickr, cottagefarm

a few of my favorite things - winter whites

some things i love that remind me of a white christmas! i love the textures and all of the different but lovely shades of white

items as follows:

anthropologie colossal cable throw

bistro cutlery toast home

garland lobster and swan

ornament card warpeDesign

oeufling everyeskimo

lobster and swan

these lovely images are from the talented brit over at lobster and swan - not only are her images melt in your mouth good, but all the sweet little garlands are her own creation. you can find some in here in her shop.




i think these would look fantastic over the top of curtains just to add a little interest and detail - i know mine could use some! i love the above and below for adding detail and just a subtle bit of color. i also have a set of bathroom curtains that could use a little punch up!
also - how wonderful is the frame wall over her table so simple and yet so elegant - i think my heart just skipped a beat! i would imagine that using this for inspiration you could create something similar on a very shoestring budget.




ahhh wonderful