Stackable Souvenirs Why integrate souvenirs into your decor? "The memories attached to a product are significant," says Jennifer McMurray of The Bachelorette Pad Flip. "So why package away those once you buy home? I believe one should relive those fun memories as much as possible!" Here, colorful postcards are clipped with clothespins along twine that's tacked within a salvaged frame. The result is a bright, versatile display that may be quickly changed up in moments. Plus, according to McMurray, it is also a great way to show Christmas cards during the holiday season.
Pin It "Traveling is one of our passions," states Damaris Coll of The Cat You & Us. "We want to keep all the adventures at home together as a potent reminder not just of how lucky we were to reside but also of all the experiences awaiting us" Coll likes to mix and fit all types of mementos -- out of nesting dolls to colorful candy tins -- that are small, yet evocative. She states bookshelves are a prime place for souvenirs "because they represent something similar to what a book brings you: a fun and a satisfying experience."
Find Your Chair "My childhood summers were spent in St. Joseph, Michigan, not far from Holland, Michigan, and I just loved visiting the Dutch Village in Holland," recalls Sarah Ramberg of Sadie Seasongoods. "And now, each time I look at my project, I feel like a kid on summer break. You can not beat that!" After attaching the wooden shoes to an old plank of wood, Ramberg simply packed yummy plants into potting soil. Her pro-tip for watering? Disposable plastic pipettes to inject into the soil instead of watering from the surface. Professional!
Keep It Popping Have a look at this clever mixture of vintage ephemera and simple, hand-stitched crochet that highlights road-travel routes. Ramberg explains, "I go on a lot of road trips and have a love of vintage road maps. So, when I needed to try my hand at embroidery for the first time, I decided to pair them together, and that I adored the result!"
Beautify the Bookshelf From time to time, beautiful decor effects out of necessity, as with these ornaments crafted from vintage silk scarves. "We have a large bay window, and I am always worried that small songbirds will crash into it," explains Ramberg. "I needed to create a distinctive, upcycled project to solve my concerns." And this fairly three-in-one project -- sun-catcher, bird deterrent and travel memento -- has been created! On her voyages, Ramberg looks for scarves with friends' favourite colors of preferred destinations to make personalized sun-catchers for these, too.
Repurposed Remembrances You might not think of spices as memorabilia, but what better way to bring home the flavors (and smells) of your journeys? After a trip to Turkey, Jenna Bain of Hello Young Lions XO said, "Turkey is so beautiful and vibrant. Walking through the Grand Bazaar with thousands of colorful lanterns sparkling overhead and store after store displaying sculptural pyramids made from spices has been this wonderful experience. I'd never thought of spices as decorative before, but shopping in Turkey entirely changed my perspective on that!"
Vacation in a Jar "Long ago, I had an idea that I'd like to amass a Christmas decoration from each country that I see, but that turned out to be more challenging than I expected," says Angela Neese Rathbun of Blue I Style. So instead, she decided to create her own decorations together with maps to commemorate each of her journey destinations. "My number one priority was to make the ornaments simple enough that it'll be fast and easy to add more over time as we assess more cities and states from our travel bucket checklist," she states.
Stitch a Ride "My entire life is about collecting, therefore my house reflects that mindset too," says Kristen Scalia, proprietor of Kanibal & Co.. "There's a difference between eclectic and cluttered, however, so I attempt to group souvenirs into collections so the visual tales are contained." Here, Scalia lined a shadow box with an antique-map print to create an interesting backdrop for a choice of beachfront treasures. "Surround yourself with the things you love, and you'll feel the warmth of summer throughout the year."
Favorite Fabric Finds Whether it's lavender which recalls a toast in Provence, bougainvillea out of a jaunt to San Antonio or even a small number of pansies from a friend's garden, keep joyful memories bright and fresh with this DIY with fairly pressed flowers. This simple serving tray is crafted from plexiglass and leather string and acts as a beautiful reminder when used for a breakfast in bed or a tabletop display. Get the instructions.
Cultured Cushions From Belgium to Budapest and Montana to Maine, if a destination is well known for its lace and linens or boasts a couple of fabulous vintage shops, doilies make for unique and easy-to-pack souvenirs. With your gathered treasures and a few simple stitches, you may create a one-of-a-kind table runner which not only serves as a stunning focal point, but also a collage of your holiday memories.
Local Flavor "Souvenirs make your home feel more personal and lived in, and it is a great way for your guests to get to know you," says Daniela Lukomski of Austin Styled, that created these stunning hand-painted coasters out of ceramic tiles she found while traveling. "This project is incredibly simple to do," Lukomski shares. "And when someone asks where they can purchase those coasters, it is possible to say, 'Oh, I made those from tiles I discovered hidden in the flea markets of Montemarte!'" Or a souk in Morocco or a artisans' craft fair in Sante Fe or. . .well, you have the idea!
Rock Show "I get inspired by travel to areas with stunning views and colorful cities and people who are full of life. My journeys to Spain and Australia had me swooning over everything in sight, and that I simply couldn't get enough. The more civilization, the further inspiration," says Lukomski. "The photograph I chose for this wood image-transfer job is a Slim Aarons photo taken in Palm Springs. His job is very vibrant in colour and features actors doing amazing things in places that are amazing."
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