Easy Tabletop Vignette
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I like to arrange easy and fast tabletop vignettes using what I already have in my apartment without spending a cent.
Of course, Ivy knows the instant something is different in here. She inspects and sometimes rearranges in her unique cat design.
In other words, she pounces and plays with whatever I display.
Layering in the back:
For this vignette, I did some layering. I chose three different-sized pieces of wall decor and layered them in the back.
Then I filled in the space around them, always leaving some space open for breathing room.
I used faux plants, my favorite gardening book, and my dough bowl of decorating/gardening magazines.
Take into account what’s already in the space:
You want your vignette to work with its surroundings. My cow painting and lamp were already in this space before I began with my vignette.
I brought in the red geranium canvas. It picks up on the bits of red around the living and dining spaces. It was painted especially for me, which means it holds a lot of sentimental value.
Adding “littles”:
I added just three of what I call “littles.” In other words, I added the small vintage bottles you see. You don’t want a bunch of littles, because then it just looks cluttered and unfocused.
The green sideboard on which the vignette is built adds some visual interest due to the details on the wood.
The black knobs add a bit of elegance. I like using black in my vignettes and when decorating rooms. It seems to ground the space.
Here is a bit of the couch with Charlie Ross on the quilt I laid out for them. Ivy naps here most every afternoon, sprawled out on her back. Charlie likes to sleep on his tummy with his back legs behind him.
This is where the gang hangs out during the daytime. I’m enjoying my comfy chair and gazing at the few flowers I have blooming on the patio.
Happy vignette arranging or flower planting, whichever is on your agenda.
Your vignettes are always beautiful. So much inspiration. Thank you.
Love the tabletop vignette. These are things I would not think of. So glad you post this blog with so many decorating and gardening ideas.
Charlie and Ivy are so adorable, I love reading about them.
Thank you so much’
“Happy Spring” says your apartment. Your Baby are very blessed to have such a wonderful comfortable home and Mom. I love the piece of red under your green table..not sure what it is..possibly some storage..but your colors sure “pop”. I agree you have an eye for decor staging..but also, for living a nice life. Thank you for sharing. I enjoy your posts.. Cheers..
Babies..not “Baby”.. there is a gremlin every day in my computer..yuk.. :0)
Brenda, you always inspire me to try a new idea and not to be afraid to reinvent what I already have! I do enjoy all the pictures of your cozy space. To Judy – whenever I am on the fence about a book I’m reading, I check out the reviews on the “Goodreads” site.
Me too.
Love the look. That geranium in the painting looks so real — the artist did an excellent job.
Charlie looks so peaceful on the quilt. Your new couch is really pretty.
What a lovely vignette! I really like the geranium canvas. And the cow picture, and bottles and Charlie…..you get the idea. 😉
I just bought a dough bowl and am excited to see an idea for it. Thank you! Your vignette looks great.
On another subject, have you reviewed any books by Kristin Hannah? I just read one by her and have mixed feelings and I’m looking for another opinion .
I love reading Kristin Hannah books. Isn’t she the one who wrote the fiction story about the Holocaust? I cannot remember the name but I loved that story. What did you read?
I don’t think I’ve read her books.
You have a great talent for creating beautiful vignettes. I love the pops of red in this vignette, especially with the lime green.
How are you keeping Ivy from using your new couch as a scratching post?
Ivy doesn’t scratch anything but her scratching posts.
Love your design ideas. I am not very good at vignettes. I have 2 smaller round tables in my living room and I can’t figure them out! Your apartment is so inviting!
Really lovely…as usual!
My friend, a prominent designer here for years, says you should always have some black in a room as the eye needs a place to rest. You’re right on. I may overuse.
Yes, you would have made a great stager. Everything is just beautiful. I so love that painting. Ivy and Charlie are spoiled to the max.
Great colors, Brenda!!
This looks really great Brenda. You certainly are good at this.
I’m wondering how long it will be before miss Ivy rearranges everything on that table!!
Didn’t take her long to start knocking things to the floor.
I love vignettes and I especially love the ones that you put together. I seem to have trouble pulling them together. If you have pictures of past vignettes, I would love to see them.
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Brenda, I love the vignette! All the pieces work perfectly together and blend well with your wall art. The varying heights draw your eye around as well! The pressed fern is so pretty…I am loving those because they are so versatile in home decor and are a perfect neutral! So pretty and that sofa was a great find…looks beautiful! Love and hugs!
Happy and cozy looking
WOW… Love that arrangement ….. All the color is so pretty !!! Look at precious Charlie !!! 🙂
I love what you do in your apartment Brenda. You should have been a real estate stager. You have should an eye for what should go where.
I do hope you are feeling some relief from pain now.
I am just back from the fracture clinic as I slipped on the ice about 7 weeks ago, I did go with a bang but all is good, my wrist has healed well and I just have to do some exercises to complete my treatment.
Love seeing pictures of Charlie and Ivy.
Like the way the red and green painting picks up the green in the piece of furniture. And the red really pops.
So cute. Hope you have a nice day. Supposed to be windy here for a few days. But nice.
Love your vignette with the pop of red in the picture. I love also how you mixed in the vintage too. Ha ha Ivy wants to be a little designer too and re arrange the decor. She is the cutest little design assistant.
Have a great Wednesday.
Hugs,
Kris
Looks great. The new couch is very nice. Sounds like you are enjoying your puffy chair.