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“Colorful, Creative & Eclectic Spaces To Love!”

May 14, 2016 By: Kimberly Edwards

image“Bold Is Beautiful Here! Black Has A Classic Touch In This Decor And Gives The Perfect Contrast To The Bright Color Scheme. Love The Playful Feeling Of This Room.”
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Everyone deserves the gift of a space, that makes them feel excited and happy, on a daily basis! Give yourself that gift, with a space that’s full of colors that inspire you and one of a kind accessories that really reflect your personality.
Life is too short, to live in a space, that doesn’t live up to it’s full potential.

I challenge you, to spice up your life, through your surroundings! Take a close look at these Luscious Photos in my Blog, and let them motivate you to Create your own personal getaway at home. We can’t always afford to go on a vacation every year, but we can make our spaces, that place that we long to return to everyday, that oasis, that escape from reality! Home truly is where your Heart should long to linger!

Until Next Time,
Stay Whim Inspired!

Happy Spring,
Kimberly

“Bring Your Home To Life With Vintage Charm”

February 28, 2016 By: Kimberly Edwards

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“An Eclectic Mix, Of All The Things I Hold Dear To My Heart! Everything Is Vintage Here, Except My Design Books. This Entire Collection Makes Me So Happy!”

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“This Very French Display Is Warming Up My Kitchen And Adding That Cheerful Look I Love! Use Your Vintage Teapot To Show Off Your Favorite Flowers”

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“Vintage Romantic Charm Is So Lovely Here! This Is Such A Fun Way To Display My Vintage Hats And Decorative Brooches.”

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“Don’t Hide Your Tea Cup Collection Away In A Cabinet, Display Them In A Creative Way Like This. A Bakers Rack Is A Great Way To Show Off Your Treasures In Your Kitchen”

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“Loved The Feeling Of This Collection Of Vintage Treasures, These Pieces Are Being Displayed In My Kitchen. Don’t Shy Away From Showing Off Your Favorite Collectables In Your Kitchen”

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“Think Outside The Box, When Your Displaying Your Vintage Collectables. Think Dramatic And Playful”

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“These Vintage Collectables Are Telling A Story, And Bringing Back Memories From My Trip To The South Of France. Have Fun And Get Creative With Your Decorating”

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“Create Small Centerpieces Like This One, For Your Dining Table, I Love Using My Vintage Figurines In This Way!”

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“Using A Glass Cloche To Cover Your Figurines, Adds A Unique Custom Touch To Your Decorating”

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“Vintage Lamps Like This One, Will Give Your Space So Much Personality And That All Important Lighting, That Is A Must Have!”

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“My Favorite Way To Show Off My Vintage Figurines, Under A Glass Cloche! These Are Being Displayed As A Lovely Romantic Centerpiece On My Dining Table”

Why Do I Love Decorating With Vintage Pieces? That’s A Good Question!
They give my spaces a true sense of Individuality and that touch of Time Worn Loveliness! Vintage Pieces have a history, which adds to their warmth and charm and makes them completely different, then their mass produced counterparts.
You just can’t reproduce that Nostalgic Charm or find the superior craftsmanship, that you see in most Vintage pieces.

Taking the time to display your Vintage pieces with care and creativity, will really bring your “Home To Life” and give that added sense of Love to the piece your showing off! I truly believe in making your home a representation of who you are, which I find is so much more meaningful, when I’m using pieces I really feel a connection to, and truly Fall in Love with!

Decorating with Vintage will always give your space a one of a kind, unique style, which can be mixed with modern pieces, which makes it even more fun and interesting! Think Eclectic when your displaying your Vintage works of Art, mix time periods together and be playful in your approach!

My hope is that, through my photos, you will see the how much fun you can have, playing with your Vintage Treasures! Make Your Space A Playground For Your Creativity! Enjoy Yourself!

Until Next Time,
Stay Whim Inspired!

Best Wishes,
Kimberly

“Shopping Vintage In Hanalei, Kauai”

January 30, 2016 By: Kimberly Edwards

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“YELLOWFISH IS A TREASURE BOX OF VINTAGE DELIGHTS! BEAUTIFUL COLORS & TEXTURES TEMPT YOU TO TAKE A CLOSER LOOK AT THIS CHARM FILLED BOUTIQUE”

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“So Many Unique Vintage Pieces To Choose From! This Gorgeous Vintage Gown Is Incredible And The Hawaiian Tapestry Is So Unique!”

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“Loved This Shimmery Hawaiian Couple! Classic Pretty Vintage Detailing, Makes This Truly A Desirable Collectable!”

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“YellowFish Trading Co. Has A Large Collection Of Pillows In Vibrant Vintage Patterns, That Everyone Will Love!”

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“This Pair Of Cute Gals, Have Vintage Charm Wriiten All Over Them!

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“Vintage Cocktail Glasses And This Pretty Little Figurine, Definitely Has That Aloha Spirit”

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“Exquisitely Crafted Hawaiian Lamp, That’s A Special Addition To Anyone’s Collection”

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“Love The Beatiful Attention To Detail, That This Lamp Displays! Such Originality And Charm! My Favorite”❤️

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“I Was So Tempted To Take Her Home! That Expression On Her Face, Just Tugged At My Heart! ❤️ Aloha Love ❤️

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“Pure Whimsy & Vintage Charm, Is What This Vignette Is All About!”

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“This Hawaiian Beauty Has Such Lovely Features, She Looks Like She Might Some To Life!”

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“What A Charming Collection, That Reflects Our History. The Pearl Harbor Glasses Are Very Unique!”

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“This Little Pair Of Tropical Cuties, Put A Smile On My Face! Loved All The Attention To Detail” ❤️

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What A Fun And Playful Collection Of Vintage Inspired Hula Dolls, Loved The Bright Pops Of Color!”

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“So Many Vintage Collectables, With That Authentic Island Touch! This Shop Has Endless Tempting Treasures, Everywhere You Look!”

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“Warm And Welcoming Vintage Fabrics, Are The Foundation Of Yellowfish Trading Co’s Inviting Decor”

Welcome To My Favorite Island Getaway, The “Garden Isle” And The Hidden Jewel Of All The Hawaiian Islands, “Dreamy Kauai”.

This Island has so much to offer it’s visitors, but I’m especially drawn to the North side of the Island, where the quaint town of Hanalei is located and the Incredible Lush Mountains rise up and give you the most outstanding views, that will take your breath away! Beaches that dreams are made of, are waiting to be explored all along the North side of the Island.

Hanalei truly beckons you with it’s eclectic, one of a kind Boutiques. The relaxed atmosphere makes for the perfect vacation spot, if your looking to melt your stress away!
This town and it’s beach (Hanalei Bay) has an amazingly talented community of Artists, that make this town the “Welcoming Gem of Kauai”.

Shopping Vintage is a Favorite pastime if mine, so I truly fell in Love with this “Divine Island Of Vintage Treasures”, known as “THE YELLOWFISH TRADING CO” in the quaint town of Hanalei.
I discovered this little shop, about four years ago, and it draws me back year after year!

During my recent visit to Hanalei, only a few weeks ago, I spent a few hours, soaking up the all the “Luscious Vintage Vibes” in this Favorite Shop! It’s easy to see, by looking at all my photos, why this Shop is so Special.

The manager, Carrie Knutson is helpful and friendly. She definitely has a Love for the Shop and her Aloha Spirit adds to the Charm of your visit!

Step back in time and go on a Delightful Vintage Treasure Hunt at “YELLOWFISH TRADING CO”, where you’ll find Lots of Hawaiian Collectables, as well as Beautiful Antique Furniture.

Located in the Hanalei Center
P.O Box 1049, Hanalei, Hawaii 96714
(808)826-1227

Until Next Time,
Stay Whim Inspired!

Mahalo,
Kimberly

“Merry & Bright Ideas To Refresh Your Christmas”

December 20, 2015 By: Kimberly Edwards

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“Vintage Inspired Little Treasures! Perfect For Gifts And Also Lovely As Your Holiday Table Decorations. These Are Not Difficult To Make, Get Creative With A Hot Glue Gun And Your Cast Off Jewels & Thrift Store Finds!”

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“Vibrant And Unexpected Gift Wrapping Choices, Are So Much More Fun To Give And Receive! These Floral Patterns Are So Refreshing And Lively, Compared To The Traditional Red & Green”

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“Loved This Idea! How Pretty For Your Patio Table Centerpiece”

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“This Whole Display Just Speaks To Me! Love The Hot Pink, Mixed With All The Jewel Tones. The Simplicity Of Creamy Ceramic Pieces And The White Tree, Are The Perfect Contrast, To All The Yummy Candy Like Mercury Glass Ornaments”

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“This Is Crazy Adorable! Little Touches Of Red, That Pop Out At You In All The Right Places! The Collection Of Branches, Artisically Displayed Over The Doorway, Is Perfection! This Room Is Whimsical Done Right!” ❤️

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“This Is My Christmas Tree Art Project For Next Year! Ingenious Idea And So Fun! ❤️

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“Gorgeous Alternative To A Traditional Christmas Tree. This Is So Dreamy & Elegant! Consider This If Space Is An Issue”

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“Whimsical Creativity For Your Christmas Tree! Artistic Display Of Vintage Treasures, Loved This!” ❤️

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“Favorite Creative Idea Ever! For All You Book Lovers, How Can Anyone Resist This Charming, Artfully Displayed, Collection Of Books And Figurines, With A Dash Of Snow!”

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“Sweetest Vintage Creation! These Little Minature Trees Are Very Popular And This Is A Lovely Way To Add To Their Beauty, By Using A Teapot, As It’s Base For Display”

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“Fresh Idea To Having A Imitation Tree or Real Tree. This Looks So Charming And Adds That Organic Touch To The Room. Notice The Sweet Little Baby Tree, Just Precious!”

Christmas Is Right Around The Corner, Are You Ready? Do You Need Some last Minute Inspiration, Or Maybe Something To Dream About For Next Year! I Love All Of These Ideas, That I’ve Posted In My Blog, For One Main Reason, They Do Not Fit The Traditional Christmas Mold! Everything Has A Fresh Take On The Holiday Classics Or A Vintage Influence, Which Is Never Tiresome!

Rethink The Traditional Christmas Tree, Go Green And Save Your Dollars, By Trying One Of These Inventive Ideas For An Alternative Artistic Tree! There Are So Many Ingenious Ways To Go, That Don’t Involve A Real Tree! Start Planning For Next Year!

It’s not too late, to get Creative with your Holiday Wrapping.
Don’t worry if your Traditional Christmas wrap is running low, use unexpected colors and patterns and then buy some Tinsel (which is probably now marked down!) to use as your Ribbon. Attach a fun inexpensive ornament to the Bow and your Gifts will look so Custom and Thoughtful. Yarn and Lace are Lovely choices for Ribbon, and can be purchased cheaply at Thrift Shops and Fabric stores on discount.

Wishing Everyone a Festive and Fabulous Holiday!
I Hope You’ve Enjoyed My Whim Inspired Posts This Year.
Thanks So Much For Visting, Have A Happy New Year!

Until Next Time,
Stay Whim Inspired!

Warmest Wishes,
Kimberly

“Winter Wonderland Decorating Dreams”

December 13, 2015 By: Kimberly Edwards

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“My Bust Was Transformed Into A Heavenly Angel, Using Items I’ve Been Decorating My Tree With For Years! Use Your Imagination And Create Something Dreamy!”

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“Sweetest Birdie With A Vintage Touch, Giving My Fireplace Mantel That Perfect Whimsical Feeling!”

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“Love How My Bust Became A Dreamy Angel ❤️ The Little White Lights Add A Magical Touch! Silver Tinsel Is Lovely For Reflecting Light!”

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“Cheerful Snowman & Little Frosty Tree, Add So Much Charm To My Fireplace Mantel”

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“The Magic Ingredient For This Whimsical Tree, Is Small White Feather Boas And Silver Tinsel. The Crowning Glory Is My White Feathered Peacock, Looking So Elegant” ❤️

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“A Simple Bouquet Of Fresh Flowers, In White & Green Shades, Blends Beautifully With The Snowy White Feathered Theme”

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“This Full View Of My Fireplace Mantel, Is Showing Off How Perfectly The Lights Shine Through The Feathers, For A Dreamy Illumination! This Also Displays My Holiday Tree Collection Beautifully! ❤️

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“Love The Homemade Vintage Feeling Of This Ornament and Owls Are My Favorite! The Silver Tinsel Makes Everything Look More Special” ❤️

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“Birds, Glitter & White Feathers Make For A Very Dreamy & Whimsical Christmas Tree!”

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“Creating Playful Vignettes, For Your Holiday Decorating Is So Fun! Love This Cute Little Bull Dog” ❤️

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“Look How The Silver Tinsel, Makes This Snow Globe Look Even More Precious & Whimsical” ❤️

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“What A Pretty View! Lots Of Glitter & Shine For Your Day Dreams This Holiday!”

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“Vintage Loveliness With Silver Tinsel ❤️ White Feathers Are The Perfect Background For My Ornaments”

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“Merry & Bright Little Church, Surrounded By Many Shimmery Elements. The Silver Netting Is So Lovely & Versatile!”

Happy Holidays To All My Whim Inspired Readers! I’m giving you a glimpse into my “Winter Wonderland at Home”. I Love getting Creative during the Holiday Season with my Decorating.

You’ll see my favorite ingredient, is definitely the white fluffy Feathers! They are light, airy and add that “Ethereal Essence” which is so special.
I Love the sweet feather boas, which I have in several sizes. They are so Lovely and versatile! Silver Tinsel is my second Love, actually I’m a fan of all tinsel, for gift wrapping and decorating, and it’s very budget friendly.
It also has such a Pretty Vintage look, that really appeals to me!
I always stock up on Tinsel, after Christmas, when everything is discounted.

I hope you found some Inspiration here, to Create your own Dreamy Holiday Masterpieces! I encourage you to get lost in your Artistry!
Enjoy the Season!

Until Next Time,
Stay Whim Inspired!

Warmest Wishes,
Kimberly ❤️

“Make Your Christmas Pretty In Pink”

November 28, 2015 By: Kimberly Edwards

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“Delectable Shades Of Pink, Mixed With Soft Pastels And Fresh White, Make This A Creation Of Pure Delight For The Senses!”

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“Luscious Assortment Of Vintage Mercury Glass Ornaments, Is Making This Coconut Cake Look Even More Yummy! Notice How The Pink Is The Shining Star Here! The Little Silver Trees, Are Kinda Perfection!”

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“Love These Tulle Christmas Tree Creations! This One Was A Favorite Of Mine, With The Miniature Tree Decorations And The Pink Fading Into The Turquoise Blue. So Precious!”

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“This Takes Me Back To My Childhood, So Nostalgic! Reminds Me Of Christmas Parties With My Friends! Love The Pale Blush Of Pink, Sometimes That’s All You Need!”

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“Simple Pale Pink Elegance, With A Vintage Touch. This Is A Lovely Idea, For Your Holiday Gathering, That Has A Timeless Appeal”

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“A Sprinklng Of Pink, Is Giving This Elegant Room, Exactly The Perfect Embellishment It Needs! Look Closely At All These Splendid Creative Details!

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“Pink & Silver Blend Together In A Perfect Partnership! They Bring Out The Best In Each Other! The Snowy Scene With The Reindeers Is So Playful, What A Fun Idea!”

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“Think Pink, When Your Wrapping Your Gifts. It’s Fun And Refreshing To Go The Non-Traditional Route Every Once In Awhile!”

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“Please Santa, Bring Me This Tree For Christmas! I Love This Fluffy, Blushing Pink Tree Of Loveliness. The Way The Height Has Been Added To The Tree, Is A Lovely Idea, With The Vintage Suitcase & Books”

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“First Rule Of Gift Wrapping, Have Lots Of Fun With It! Mixing Several Textures Together Is Always A Good Idea! Velvet Ribbon Is My Favorite Choice”

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“Dreamy Creation For A Table Centerpiece, By Using The Pedestal Plates And Vintage Decorations, A Miniature Christmas Tree Will Delight Your Guests!”

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“Delightfully Fresh Lookng And Not Your Traditional Christmas Wreath, But What A Cheerful Breath Of Fresh Air, For The Holiday Season!”

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“This Precious Little Treasure, Has All My Favorite Things Packaged Together! Pale Pink Ribbon, Silver Glitter, Pink Xmas Tree, Pearls, The Word “Dream”. All Encased In Polka-Dotted Glass” The Perfect Gift Or Party Favor”

Let’s Dream Of A Pink Christmas Together! The Possibilities Are Endless And Everything Pink Touches Is Made More Precious And Delightful. I Guess It’s The Little Girl In Me, But There Is Something About Pink That Touches A Part Of My Heart, And Makes Me Happy, In A Very Innocent Way! All Colors Are Mood Enhancers, And They Can Bring So Much Emotion Into Your Space.

I Truly Believe There’s A Place For Pink In Everyone’s Space, And The Holidays Are A Fun Time To Express Yourself Using Unexpected Colors In Your Decorating!

Even just a hint of Pink, goes a long way, and can be so Lovely, as seen in many of the photos I’ve posted here in my Blog. Somtimes the palest Blush of Pink is the perfect table cloth color, for a contrast to bolder shades.

Enjoy Playing with all the many shades of Pink, there are so many to mix together!

My Dream is to have a Pink Christmas Tree, just a small one of course! I hope you have a Dreamy Pink Christmas!

Until Next Time,
Stay Whim Inspired!

Happy Holidays,
Kimberly

“Holiday Enchantment At Anthropologie”

November 20, 2015 By: Kimberly Edwards

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“Shopping At Anthropologie Is A Dreamy Experience!”

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“Partridge And A Pear Tree “Water Color Design” Pillow, Paired With Silver Accented Throw & Pretty Pear Print Pillow”

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“Whimsical Santa Helpers, Looking Adorable!”

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“Inspirational Hand painted Loveliness, Just Waiting For That Perfect Tree!”

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“Gorgeous Colors To Dream About, While You Sip Your Tea Or Latte” ❤️

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“French Inspired Baking Dishes, In Charming Provencal Style Colors & Design”

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“Exquisite Statue, That Does Double Duty As A Candle Holder, Love The Originality Of This Piece” ❤️

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“Shimmery Serving Pieces In Luscious Shades, Simply Divine!”

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“Sparkle Plenty This Holiday With This Sweet Birdie Tree Decor”

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“Anthropologie Has The Most Creative Gift Ideas For Your Shopping List”

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“Festive Dish Towels, Perfect For Your Holiday Decorating Or A Lovely Hostess Gift!❤️

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“Baking Essentials That Will Inspire You To Get Creative In The Kitchen! Yummy Colors!”

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“Playful Kitties, In A Frosty Winter Wonderland, How Delightful One Of My Favorite Finds!”

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“Whimsical Kitchen Goodies, That Should Be On Everyone’s Wish List! Love These ❤️

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“My Favorite Anthropologie Find! This Robins Egg Blue Leather Chair Is So Dreamy! The Polka Dot Pillow Is The Perfect Accent!”

Finding Ways To Get Into The “Holiday Creative Spirit” Can Be Daunting For Many Of Us! I Personally Don’t Like To Force Myself To Feel Something, That Just Isn’t Coming To Me Naturally. Thankfully I Have A Few Shopping Destinations, That I Can Always Count On For Some Dreamy Inspiration! “Anthropologie” Is One Of Those Shops, That Is Always Spot On, When It Comes To “Over The Top” Creativity, Mixed With That Unexpected Twist!

Boutiques are my “First Love”, but “Anthropologie” for me, breaks all the rules, that most chain stores follow. It definitely has a “Boutique Feeling”, and is merchandised so Beautifully, that you are immediately pulled in and engaged by all the Artfully Displayed merchandise! Their Staff is very professional and always provides wonderful customer service!
Most importantly, is the product that they sell, has a “one of a kind” quality to it, a uniqueness, that makes it stand out from the crowd! I normally buy Vintage, so when I buy something new, it has to be of exceptional quality and style!

Visiting “Anthropologie” is always a special “Treat”, but if you want to get your “Creative Dreaming Mind Working” for the Holidays, then definitely stop by your local Anthropologie for some Inspired Shopping Fun! All the photos I’ve posted in my Blog, are truly “Favorite Finds” of mine! Enjoy!

Until Next Time,
Stay Whim Inspired!

Warmest Wishes,
Kimberly

“Autumn Centerpieces To Warm Your Table”

November 7, 2015 By: Kimberly Edwards

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“Gorgeous In Every Way! Repurposing Your Pumpkin From Halloween, As A Vase For Your Thanksgiving Centerpiece, How Green Is That?!! Love it ❤️

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“Loving This Blue & Orange Mix Of Colors And Textures! The White Background Makes Everything Pop! This Is Classic But Very Fresh & Timeless In The Way It’s Combined”

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“Pomegranates Are A Favorite Of Mine, For Fall Centerpieces, Because Of Their Color And Shape. They Add So Much Organic Beauty To Your Home, Get Creative With Them!”

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“This Is Layered Beautifully! The Mini Pumpkins Inside The Vase Are A Refeshing Touch And Add Nice Contrast, While Giving You That Unexpected Element!”

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“Charming & Warm Centerpiece, That Will Add A Lovely Glow To Your Autumn Table”

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“Luscious Freshess And Bright Colors Make This A Winning Combination For Your Autumn Table. Adding Fruit To Your Centerpiece Is A Fresh Idea!”

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“Ingenious & Creative Repurposing Ideas, Are My Favorite Kind Of Ideas To Share With Readers. This Would Be Lovely Outdoors, On A Patio Table As Well”

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“Precious & Pretty! It’s Fun To Create Several Small Centerpieces, For A More Intimate Setting Or Place One At Each Guest’s Plate Setting As A Gift”

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“Light & Airy Feeling Display, But Still So Inviting And Earthy In Its Approach. Love Using White & Pale Green Pumpkins, For A Refreshing Change To Traditional Orange”

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“Silver Makes Everything More Beautiful ❤️ Visit Your Local Thirft Shop And Your Likely To Find Great Deals On Sweet Little Silver Vases!”

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“Repurpose Your Apples For Candle Votives, So Charming & Delightful, I’m Loving This Idea!” ❤️

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“I’d Love This In My Bedroom or Bathroom, As Well As My Dining Area. It’s So Fresh And Inspiring, It Could Go Anywhere!”

Beautifying Your Table For Autumn, Will Set The Tone For Your Entertaining, And I Firmly Believe Will Make You A Happier Person! The creative process of making your table a Beautiful Landscape, is so Fun and Freeing because there are no set rules to follow, except use what you Love Most and Don’t take it too seriously! Well, that’s my two cents, worth of advice!

I’m a Lover of Fresh Flowers and I Want them around me as often as possible, for their constant gift of uplifting Inspiration!
If you are a reader of my Blog, you already know that, I have encouraged everyone, to budget five or ten dollars a week for flowers. It’s a small price to pay for the Rich Bountiful Rewards you receive! Many Bouquets, if taken care of properly, can last up to two weeks long!

Autumn is a time, when we began to spend more and more time indoors, with our family and friends. Making our Spaces Reflect our Lifestyle, through our Home’s Decor can be a Creative Outlet, that can be shown in the choices of our Table Centerpeices. Find Inspiration in Your own Backyard, take a closer look at your garden, and you might be surprised at what Creativity is waiting for you there! Enjoy!

Until Next Time,
Stay Whim Inspired!

Happy Autumn
Kimberly

“Falling In Love With Italy”

October 22, 2015 By: Kimberly Edwards

 



 

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“The Duomo Of Milan” A Must See If Your Visiting This Amazing City! The Most Exquisite Work Of Art, So Awe-Inspiring!”

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“Loved This Vintage Fiat, Couldn’t Resist This Photo Opportunity! This Is The Perfect Italian Souvenir ❤️

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“The Duomo’s Artwork Contrasted Against Incredible Blue Skies! So Lovely! Milan’s Crowning Jewel”

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“Bellagio’s Finest Shop For Silk Scarves, Cashmere Shawls & Men’s Ties. Exquisite Selection! “Azalea Silk Of Como”

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“Lavender Covered Bicycle, Looking Adorable In The Town Square Of Menaggio. We Stayed Here During Our Visit To Lake Como”

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“These Tranquil Gardens Were Set On The Edge Of Lake Como In The Town Of Varenna. Make Sure You Find Your Way To The Villa Monastero Garden Tour, Definitely A Little Taste Of Heaven!”

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“You Can’t Fully Experience Italy Without Indulging In Some “Torrone Nougat Candy”. This Photo Shows A Colorful Assortmet Of Pistachio, Lemon, Strawberry & Chocolate. Delizioso!”

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“The Light Is Constantly Changing, The Color Of The Marble, Of The Duomo Di Milano. Not To Be Missed At Night, Even More Beautiful If That’s Possible!”

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“I Love Hats, For Me They Are Works Of Art! This Dreamy Creation Was Discovered In Bellagio At A One Of A Kind Boutique, I Still Dream About!! ❤️

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“I Was Mesmerized By The Beauty Of This Gorgeous Framed Tapestry Inside “The Duomo” in Milan. You Can See The Reflections Of The People Gazing At Her Beauty!”

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“Dreams Come True On This Street!! This Is My Little Peice Of Heaven! The Family We Befriended Has Two Lovely Shops On This Very Popular Street In Bellagio. Bellisimo!

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“Love Painted Murals! I Found This Loveliness On A Cathedral In Menaggio. This Artwork Is Enchanting!”

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“The Details Of This Window And Mix Of Colors Were So Eye Catching, And The Sun Was Casting Such A Radiant Glow At That Moment! Hard To Resist The Beauty!”

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“Peeking Through This Greenery At Lake Como, Was Like Discovering A Special Seceret That Day. It Was Especially Peaceful & Calm, And It Reminded Me Of A Dream! I Will Return ❤️

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“I Was Very Attracted To This Colorful Painted Tile That Was Set Into The Wall, In Menaggio. There Was A Very Old Looking Sink & Faucet Set Just Below It, That Was Quite Charming” So Much To Love In Italy!”

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“Our First Lunch In Menaggio, What A Colorful Array Of Italian Classics! Prosciutto & Melone, Cheeses With Polenta & Honey, Insalata Mista. Perfecto!”

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“Spiritual Art In Menaggio, Loved The Details And Soft Colors”

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“Views From The Waters Edge Of Lake Como. One Of The Many Small Towns, That Make You Want To Stop For Some Gelato And Soak It All Up!”

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“Inspirational Architecture And Cheerful Colors, Make Me Want To Give My Home A Makeover!”

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“Treasures Around Every Corner, As You Explore The Quaint Town Of Menaggio. So Ethereal ❤️

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“Classic Italian Details That Captured My Attention. I Really Need To Paint Something Mustard Yellow, Now That I’m Home!”

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“One Of My Favorite Photos, Taken On My Favorite Street In Bellagio. Loved The Way The Light & Shadows Was Falling Across This Wall Of Sculpture Peices And The Curve Of The Iron Gate Was Framing Everything So Nicely!”

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“Villa Monastero Looking Gracious & Welcoming! This Is A Must See! You Can Tour The Interior And Enjoy Strolling Through The Peaceful Gardens Overlooking Lake Como”

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“Bellinis For Brunch, Overlooking The Magnificent Lake Como, This Was One Of The Highlights Of My Trip!”

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“Exquisite Statuary In The Gardens Of Villa Monastero, In The Town Of Varenna. Not To Be Missed!”

Bonjourno to my readers! I know I went missing for awhile, but I have returned to talk about my Love for a country, that first started 16 years ago and was recently reignited during my vacation there last month.

I’m excited to share with all of you, some of my favorite personal photos, that I feel truly touch at the Heart of what makes this part of Italy special. I was so inspired visually by the Beauty of my surroundings, which is a wonderful gift to take home!

Lake Como is easy to Love, with it’s breathtaking views, you will see charming little towns with Sun baked Villas, contrasted against the deep blue waters of Exquisite Lake Como. Everywhere you look there is Beauty to behold, it’s almost surreal, because there is such a sense of Tranquility.

Bellagio is the Gem of Lake Como, with it’s quaint, Boutique lined streets. This is shopping at it’s finest! Cobbled streets lead you on a treasure hunt of the best custom made leather goods and the most exquisite silk scarfs, cashmere shawls, and many other fashionable boutiques, some of which have been family run businesses for over 50 years!

My husband and I with our son, who was only five years old at the time, first visited Bellagio 16 years ago. The highlight of our trip there, was getting to know a family, who has a Lovely Shop in town, “Azalea, Silk of Como”. One of the best parts of visiting another country, is getting to know the people that live there. My husband and I will never forget our last night in Bellagio, all those years ago, because of the kindness of that family and the generosity they showed towards us. They invited us to a wonderful family dinner, at a restaurant that had incredible views of Lake Como. The food was “Delizioso”, and we lost count of the many courses that were served! My son Griffin or “Griffone” as they would call him in Italian, was very taken with the Daughter of the Family that owned the shop. Elena was her name, and she was the sweetest, demure young woman at 21 years of age, and quite lovely too.
I believe my son was quite unaware, that she was 16 years his senior! He was so enamoured by her, that throughout most of the dinner, he continued to ask my husband and I, if he could sit on her lap, at the table. We tried to ignore him, but he wasn’t going to let that get in his way! After much persistence, we told him, you need to ask her fiancé for his permission, so that’s exactly what he did!
Elena’s fiancé listened carefully to his request, and there was a long pause, as he sat there appearing to think about it. He looked at my son, and answered in a serious sounding voice “Yes, you can as long as you keep your hands on the table”. I must admit, that response was so unexpected and forever will be remembered by all three of us, as long as we live! As you can imagine, Griffin was in heaven! He didn’t need a toy or any sweets to make him happy, he just wanted to be close to his Sweet “Elena”!
We corresponded with Elena for a few years after that trip, and she would always call Griffin (her boyfriend) in the notes she wrote. We will always Treasure those memories!

We were so fortunate to return to our Favorite town of “Bellagio” on this recent visit in September. Our family definitely had a full circle moment, when we were reunited with Elena and her parents. It was something I will never forget, they were so surprised to see all of us, after so many years! Griffin is 21 years old now, so it was quite the emotional experience to be there, all these years later!

Italy definitely holds a very special place in my heart.
I have many fond memories, that go beyond these photos, that I’m posting here, that’s why I decided to share a very personal story with all of you, because I thought you would enjoy it and it would give you insight, into why I Love Italy so much! ❤️

Until Next Time,
Stay Whim Inspired!

Arrivederci,
Kimberly

“Aqua Blue Decorating Inspirations”

August 27, 2015 By: Kimberly Edwards

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“Gorgeous Says It All Here! Spectacular Layered Shades Of Blues & Greens, Make This Piece A Stunning Centerpiece! Fabulous For Displaying All Your Collectables”

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“My Favorite Tip For Your Bedroom, Is To Focus On Your Night Stand! Give It The Attention It Deserves, As Shown Here! This Has All The Ingredients For A Well Decorated Bedside Table!”

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“The Right Choice Of Wallpaper Can Be Simply Divine, As You Can See Here, With This Rich Mix Of Aqua & Gold Patterned Paper. The Creamy French Inspired Furnitire And Aqua Blue Seat On The Chair Is Contrasted Perfectly With The Wall Coverings”

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“Romance Is In The Air, With This Vintage Handpainted Armoire. So Gracious & Lovely!”

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“You Don’t Have To Travel To France, Just Make The Investment In A Luscious Bed Like This One And You’ll Be Dreaming Of Paris Every Night!”

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“This Can Be Your Happy Wall, With All The Woman Framed, That Inspire You To Dream Bigger Dreams! Lovely Spot For A Reading Nook!”

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“Loved The Color Of The Celing, Contrasted Against The Cream Moldings And The Fabulous Light Fixture! The Cabinet Detailing is So Much More Lovely In This Shade Of Aqua Blue!”

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“This Delectable French Cabinet Is The Shining Star Of This Bathroom! If You Have The Ceiling Height, Don’t Shy Away From Considering A Stunning Piece Like This One For Your Bathroom”

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“Shabby Chic Aqua Blue Perfection! Loved This Vintage Tea Cart For A Pop Of Color! How Fun For A Tea Party Or For Extra Kitchen Storage, This Would Also Be Ideal In A Guest Bath For Storage As Well”

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“This Chest Has Been Refreshed With Chalk Paint And Looks Completely Updated! Love What Has Been Done With The Grouping Of Mirrors, Painting The Same Style Mirror In Four Different Shades Has More Impact! Very Budget Friendly Idea And Super Fresh Choice Of Colors For The Frames!”

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“The Power Of Color And Some Playful Stenciling Is Setting The Stage For A Blissful Bedroom! Mix It Up With Patterns And Shades Of Aqua And You’ve Got A Successful Recipe!”

Color Is Power! It Can Elevate Your Mood And Then Bring You Peace And Tranquility. Dive In To The World Of Luxurious Aqua Blue And Let It Give Your Spaces A Lively Boost Of Invigoration, While It Calms You, All At The Same Time!

I Love the Duality of Aqua Blue, it literally can affect your spaces in two different ways. As you can see in the Photos I’ve Posted, sometimes it’s more Bold and other times it’s Soft and Alluring, but definitely in general, it brings with it a calming effect.

Aqua Blue is especially Lovely in Bedrooms. It Truly is a restful shade and there have been studies done to prove this to be true! It’s also the Ideal choice of Paint Color for a Bedroom, because it will open up a space and really reflect the light well, throughout the room!

Let’s give our Spaces Personality With Touches Of Color!
Life Is Too Short, Not To Take A Dip Into The World Of Aqua Blue Loveliness!

Until Next Time,
Stay Whim Inspired!

Warmest Wishes,
Kimberly

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