VERSATILE DECOR ACCESSORY: TRAYS

I often use a tray when decorating. A tray can be great in a kitchen – because it's quite functional! I also always have one on my coffee table. It's a simple accessory to incorporate into any decor to create a layered look. The image above is the tray I currently have on my coffee table. It adds some texture and defines the area, instead of just having those items on the table.

This year – I'm seeing all kinds of lacquered trays in bright colours – what a great way to add a pop of colour for spring! I also love the white with a rattan inlay and the square walnut tray below.

Trays:

1. West Elm 2. Serena & Lily 3. CB2

UNIQUE ANTIQUE DISPLAY ITEMS

As I mentioned yesterday – this wooden antique cabinet might be something that came from a hotel – it's got numbered boxes where items can be stored. I've used some unique, small accessories in the compartments. Here are a few of my favourite little trinkets. In this picture, you can see the numbers, and an old key my grandmother gave me many years ago. It's a large, heavy key! Also some shells in the background.

An old book of matches from the Lord Nelson Hotel in Halifax, a friend gave me these because she thought I'd like something with NELSON on it – and of course I do!

A fave whale clip – made of brass. I like that it looks like this guy is smiling!

And here is the cabinet again and the post about it is here http://www.debnelsondesign.com/?p=2676:

ANTIQUE DISPLAY CABINET

This antique cabinet is a great place to display small objects. Possibly this is a piece from an old hotel – each box is numbered, so could have been where the key to each room was kept.  Now makes a great place to show off some small, unique antique accessories. I'll be sharing more on those tomorrow!

ONLINE SHOP IS NOW OPEN

Be sure to check out our retail items under the SHOP page in the menu above, or use the link below. We're offering some retail items for sale and will continue to add to the page. Please inquire at info@debnelsondesign.com if you have any questions. Here are a few of the items you'll find there.

COLOURFUL FLAT WEAVE WOOL RUGS – ON SALE

These rugs from Capel Rugs are a line of wool, flat weaves that I carry. I have the blue Puhalo stripe and you can see it here in my entry and in my bathroom. This style is now on sale 25% off, making it a great deal. These rugs are 100% wool and are reversible – so you get double the wear.

Here are a few other styles also on sale. They come in these sizes and various colours: 3' x 5', 5' x 8', 7' x 9' and 8' x 11', if you're interested in a price email me at info@debnelsondesign.com