Design: Elephants in Rooms

Even though it’s the year of the horse, let’s talk about elephants, shall we? I see them coming up a lot lately – in a variety of forms – and I’m thinking that we’re going to see more and more of them over the next year. What do you think? Is my prediction spot on or way off?

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an origami elephant (from one sheet of paper!) by Sipho Mabona

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elephant walking print, art.com

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via Lonny

elephant table - one kings lane

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elephant teapot, $20, Urban Outfitters

elephant-pillowcase-urban outfitterseastern elephant pillowcases, $34, Urban Outfitters

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Annada Hypes elephant print – Quiet Places, Minted

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papier mache elephant, $99, West Elm

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 What’s your favourite elephant form – table, artwork, sculpture, bedding, ceramics? Do you already have an elephant collection?

The Friday Five: Holiday Place Settings

Oooh…there are so many beautiful ideas for holiday decorating! Here are five gorgeous options for a holiday (or any occasion, really) table.

Little white flowers, via Once Wed

Acorn & Leaf, via Fairyfolk

Monogrammed napkins, via This is Glamorous

Lovely lace table setting, via Martha Stewart

White table setting, via Country Living

Via Country Living, Fairyfolk, Martha Stewart, Once Wed, This is Glamorous.