All that glitters......

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I can't believe 2013 has come to an end, it's flown by. I've had such a wonderful year, I hope you have too?! Now I'm gearing up for tomorrow night's new year's eve party which has to be a dipped gold glitter affair, how about you?</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKtzin16M-enie_xi7UGQ44eC6QKLVL88lS-r7QALo2CGMx6nlLgsuxskDayb7zk2srpHWobrnpXEs9aG79KQTH7emyQFUgH37phXR1aCvvCELSWGEFjvqx9v0eRf9bNPlhw_cF8rUC6s/s1600/new.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKtzin16M-enie_xi7UGQ44eC6QKLVL88lS-r7QALo2CGMx6nlLgsuxskDayb7zk2srpHWobrnpXEs9aG79KQTH7emyQFUgH37phXR1aCvvCELSWGEFjvqx9v0eRf9bNPlhw_cF8rUC6s/s1600/new.jpg" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Dress designed by <a href="http://jeffreymonteiro.com/" target="_blank">Jeffrey Monteiro</a> for <a href="http://www.billblass.com/" target="_blank">Bill Blass</a> photo: <a href="http://annstreetstudio.com/2011/10/10/bill-blass/" target="_blank">Ann Street Studio</a></td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguwNlXEvM6FtHj0oIO6DgOMx305D-8A0UkXMN4Aoo_pCzKyvw-PWSmds4jiWFmPFI2Ivu-BaXEgSYy409lvXKHCh4NZfFgIcMoDqhVgnRibqVl_Dh5shUP-R9sYC4blwBoPMw5tSD7gRM/s1600/feathers.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguwNlXEvM6FtHj0oIO6DgOMx305D-8A0UkXMN4Aoo_pCzKyvw-PWSmds4jiWFmPFI2Ivu-BaXEgSYy409lvXKHCh4NZfFgIcMoDqhVgnRibqVl_Dh5shUP-R9sYC4blwBoPMw5tSD7gRM/s640/feathers.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: left; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbXbTp5zLElplFMu4OpH8RISlHPGbpcQsBoCsW_hevugsS5RoF2-wz9jFuAozo2kPNt1PKbyNjojZeOzFmZRO8jopIGayv0rn5yna9l1uvyWUe_9KWQUKNlQ8uXILPg1Ua1pHpLXDRBeI/s1600/heart+sparklers.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbXbTp5zLElplFMu4OpH8RISlHPGbpcQsBoCsW_hevugsS5RoF2-wz9jFuAozo2kPNt1PKbyNjojZeOzFmZRO8jopIGayv0rn5yna9l1uvyWUe_9KWQUKNlQ8uXILPg1Ua1pHpLXDRBeI/s640/heart+sparklers.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.fancy.com/" target="_blank">via</a></td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><br /><div>In case you're in need of some inspiration, here are some of the fantastic ideas I found on<a href="http://www.pinterest.com/nikiatmsh/" target="_blank"> Pinterest</a>: Glitter dipped <a href="http://weheartit.com/entry/38475828/via/thrilllian" target="_blank">door keys</a>, gold confetti dipped <a href="http://www.studiodiy.com/2013/09/11/diy-confetti-dipped-balloons/" target="_blank">balloons</a> and beautiful glitter dipped <a href="http://media-cache-ec0.pinimg.com/originals/cf/0b/36/cf0b3684047d529bf56497e5d7ed24c4.jpg" target="_blank">nails</a>! In fact my search has told me you can dip just about anything in gold glitter to make it look fab - an old pair of killer heels, a stained coffee cup,  tea light holders, mason jars, paper, star garlands, cutlery. The skies the limit for a year that glitters in gold!</div><div><br /></div><div>In case you're after some fab new year's eve table decorating ideas take a peek at what Nina from Stylizimo did <a href="http://stylizimoblog.com/make-a-festive-table-setting-for-new-years/" target="_blank">last year </a>- so beautiful! </div><div><br /></div><div>In Sweden it's customary to let off fireworks at midnight so the year really does start with a bang - how about in your country?</div><div><br /></div><div>Thank you so much for reading my blog in 2013!<br /><br />Happy New Year!<br /><br />See you on 2nd January for the first home tour of the year :)</div><div><br /></div><div>Niki</div></div>

All that glitters......

I can't believe 2013 has come to an end, it's flown by. I've had such a wonderful year, I hope you have too?! Now I'm gearin...

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Oh so cosy Scandinavian log cabins

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Hello! I hope you had a very merry Christmas and are enjoying the holidays?! We're having such a wonderful time with my family in England. The internet is so slow here at my parent's though I'm afraid I'll need to come back Monday with an extended post, but....</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrz5S1WCFl342d39dEmyeUtby2p_TdfLsBsqbjHvsz9kTCyYyMDpbqpwLCeAcB5qlGvyxE0KQtNmOfPaUiowkxAcurpAOU07yHT1V6HlUSEplbE3qcObwLoYFJChsfwnxH_DfeLG1DyuU/s1600/cosy+cabin.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrz5S1WCFl342d39dEmyeUtby2p_TdfLsBsqbjHvsz9kTCyYyMDpbqpwLCeAcB5qlGvyxE0KQtNmOfPaUiowkxAcurpAOU07yHT1V6HlUSEplbE3qcObwLoYFJChsfwnxH_DfeLG1DyuU/s1600/cosy+cabin.jpg" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Credit - unfortunately I cannot locate the details for this beautiful image, can anyone help?</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><br />.......until then, I'll love you and leave you with links to some oh so fab and cosy Scandinavian log cabins. Just add snow!<br /><br />Loving this Norwegian <a href="http://www.329db.blogspot.co.uk/2011/11/cosy-bedrooms-with-log-cabin-feel.html" target="_blank">bedroom</a> with a ski chalet feel and the Norwegian <a href="http://www.329db.blogspot.co.uk/2013/12/a-norwegian-cabin-by-sea.html" target="_blank">cabin by the sea</a>.<br /><br />Or how about a romantic Swedish <a href="http://www.329db.blogspot.co.uk/2013/02/a-romantic-log-cabin-with-unique-blend.html" target="_blank">log cabin</a> with a twist.<br /><br />Perhaps a Finnish <a href="http://www.329db.blogspot.co.uk/2013/04/a-finnish-log-cabin.html" target="_blank">family retreat </a>in the islands is more your style.<br /><br />Or if you're up for an alternative ski holiday, how about <a href="http://www.329db.blogspot.co.uk/2011/12/glamping-guide-to-skiiing.html" target="_blank">Glamping </a>on the slopes? I'm there!<br /><br />Have a lovely weekend and see you Monday! /Niki</div>

Oh so cosy Scandinavian log cabins

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Merry Christmas!

<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNKYpTnhBMRo5zcF7-6SSaQQ97IKb8CXEFqprpTBGqIXDFAfFl7uieIaDTsjrxcdE36FGP7RWHfI7EiED2FZcGaGEbseWtCBMmAZtvBnFRjsKQnaN74r1RzxIyOE90dJqiiiTu-X6FldY/s1600/PB.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNKYpTnhBMRo5zcF7-6SSaQQ97IKb8CXEFqprpTBGqIXDFAfFl7uieIaDTsjrxcdE36FGP7RWHfI7EiED2FZcGaGEbseWtCBMmAZtvBnFRjsKQnaN74r1RzxIyOE90dJqiiiTu-X6FldY/s1600/PB.jpg" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.petrabindel.com/Al-That-Glimmer-Is-Gold" target="_blank">Petra Binde</a>l for Elle Decoration</td></tr></tbody></table>I hope you have a very merry Christmas!<br /><br />See you on 27th!<br /><br />N xxx</div>

Merry Christmas!

Petra Binde l for Elle Decoration I hope you have a very merry Christmas! See you on 27th! N xxx

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A happy and relaxed Dutch home (and beautiful Christmas cards!)

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">It's Friday and the end of a very looong week - time to celebrate, yay! Although this beautiful Dutch home isn't decorated for Christmas it still has some lovely pops of red. Based in Amsterdam, it's the home of design duo <a href="http://www.kidsonroof.com/new/index.php" target="_blank">Romy Boesveldt and Ilya Yashkin </a>and their three children. I love the mix of colours they've chosen and all of the designer / vintage finds. They clearly have a penchant for <a href="http://www.nest.co.uk/browse/brand/tom-dixon?pg=5" target="_blank">Tom Dixon</a> lights too (people after my own heart!). What a beautiful, relaxed home!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikiyaMMWGodphx9BmHsphxX4NaEKcsb6Bnz1GZVE7KJ2YB91qk-xCj9JrcbPLWSxw9ZKamvMONrqWfhCaAlIM3GxtxHqwrrSOOT4qTOLHDZ4RVL9tLwAnQk1ad6HdPRmJFchUncutADXk/s1600/al1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikiyaMMWGodphx9BmHsphxX4NaEKcsb6Bnz1GZVE7KJ2YB91qk-xCj9JrcbPLWSxw9ZKamvMONrqWfhCaAlIM3GxtxHqwrrSOOT4qTOLHDZ4RVL9tLwAnQk1ad6HdPRmJFchUncutADXk/s1600/al1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivKA6MpbRNsTE7o5FXWkmNDKyMCNf_hPmTtLg2GeFs3wRIb0vwUWeOf644IRpDOPq9y-X9mL6ruTCIT16ECD25ctX0lv50cr7hyDCzjr3zkN-M4JZmQr9LX1XCc4LXaU38qKD5J_6H76U/s1600/al2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivKA6MpbRNsTE7o5FXWkmNDKyMCNf_hPmTtLg2GeFs3wRIb0vwUWeOf644IRpDOPq9y-X9mL6ruTCIT16ECD25ctX0lv50cr7hyDCzjr3zkN-M4JZmQr9LX1XCc4LXaU38qKD5J_6H76U/s1600/al2.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaWmEK5xHMwpJApuM6ZIIjNdglU4Vqg4y6k-_wrMzXiiyyk2xitHb1fmybnm9jIPSsdzuFoOUXhhWYjkzFtrSlInydRHx8dTlcVOsbOaoOmoMHjmUN0RQV43RGq7zJzHxFEIBJa10uz5U/s1600/al4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaWmEK5xHMwpJApuM6ZIIjNdglU4Vqg4y6k-_wrMzXiiyyk2xitHb1fmybnm9jIPSsdzuFoOUXhhWYjkzFtrSlInydRHx8dTlcVOsbOaoOmoMHjmUN0RQV43RGq7zJzHxFEIBJa10uz5U/s1600/al4.jpg" /></a></div><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJdMzboAnGj1dHCFjwTpwLOUTsuWAaHLV26janMxnTakYDsOl9Sm3-T2S2hJ0y4VrMxIG1J9SYxgI2Vwfd6vKh4n_r_9a5mIgCBEDEo0-WxLeSFNzufyi5ZNWewQLH1AiyDDSfLIxqLAY/s1600/al5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJdMzboAnGj1dHCFjwTpwLOUTsuWAaHLV26janMxnTakYDsOl9Sm3-T2S2hJ0y4VrMxIG1J9SYxgI2Vwfd6vKh4n_r_9a5mIgCBEDEo0-WxLeSFNzufyi5ZNWewQLH1AiyDDSfLIxqLAY/s1600/al5.jpg" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.avenuelifestyle.com/" target="_blank">Holly Marder</a> for <a href="http://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/19665325/list/My-Houzz--Living-Light-in-Amsterdam" target="_blank">Houzz</a></td></tr></tbody></table><br />The space was photographed by<a href="http://www.avenuelifestyle.com/" target="_blank"> Holly Marder</a> from <a href="http://www.avenuelifestyle.com/" target="_blank">Avenue Lifestyle</a> (who also photographed this fab<a href="http://www.329db.blogspot.se/2013/09/a-fun-childrens-space-in-netherlands.html" target="_blank"> children's room</a>) for <a href="http://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/19665325/list/My-Houzz--Living-Light-in-Amsterdam" target="_blank">Houzz</a> where you can also check out many more pics from this colourful home.<br /><br />If you're looking for last minute Christmas cards I have just the thing. A great (and very talented) Swedish friend of mine Ulrika, has just finished her first graphic design course and designed these beautiful Christmas cards exclusively for My Scandinavian Home blog. There are two fab cards to choose from.To view and print them off all you need to do is click on the following links:<br /><a href="http://www.garethevans.co.uk/329db/Baubles2.pdf" target="_blank"><br /></a><br /><div style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;"><a href="http://www.garethevans.co.uk/329db/Baubles2.pdf" target="_blank">Baubles card - designed by Ulrika Sjöström</a></div><div style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;"><a href="http://www.garethevans.co.uk/329db/Stars_Amatic2.pdf" target="_blank">Star card - designed by Ulrika Sjöström</a></div><div style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;"><br /></div>Here's some last minute <a href="http://www.329db.blogspot.se/2012/12/pared-down-christmas-tree.html" target="_blank">tree inspiration</a> (for the pared-back look) -  I love the idea of having real candles on a tree but wouldn't dare risk it would you?! And if you're in the mood for sprucing up your home it's worth checking out Design Collector's <a href="http://www.designcollectors.com/EN/products-promotion/" target="_blank">Christmas promotions</a> too.<br /><br />I hope you have a lovely weekend!

A happy and relaxed Dutch home (and beautiful Christmas cards!)

It's Friday and the end of a very looong week - time to celebrate, yay! Although this beautiful Dutch home isn't decorated for Chris...

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A black and white home with a touch of pink

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Hello and happy Thursday! It was a while ago I visited the fabulous Swedish estate agents <a href="http://www.fantasticfrank.se/" target="_blank">Fantastic Frank</a> and admired their wonderful styling and photography. <a href="http://www.fantasticfrank.se/visa-bilder-hemnet.php?objekt=OBJ17365_1298097410" target="_blank">This home</a> stood out for it's colour palette (black, white, dusty pink) and the selection of fabulous lighting and furniture (the majority of which can be found at <a href="http://www.nest.co.uk/selections/scandi-design?utm_source=My%20Scandi%20Home%20%20-%20String&utm_medium=Banner&utm_term=My%20Scandi%20Home%20%20-%20String&utm_content=My%20Scandi%20Home%20%20-%20String&utm_campaign=My%20Scandi%20Home%20%20-%20String" target="_blank">Nest</a>), plus a few quirky touches.....</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnNtqSixGTD2epjlmlD1meZxdaq13Sfnaxh3KyaiJPipqHfgSAjiX5CFq0zy2SjmMYkn2fEpL11PxgYbt-xkukaowflexh8lu8_3ySi-5BJxdH2Z_dQvsEF8eSWSITFygcR9D-FyedMVA/s1600/FF7.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; 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The thing I don't have though are those feet - so fab and the stairs are such a great place for them (although I'm ot sure how long they'd last in that position in my home?!).<br /><br />The Christmas tree in <a href="http://www.329db.blogspot.se/2013/12/a-black-and-white-christmas-with-tine-k.html" target="_blank">this post</a> would work perfectly in this home, as would<a href="http://www.329db.blogspot.se/2013/12/pretty-christmas-inspiration-in-white.html" target="_blank"> these decorations</a>. So pretty!<br /><br />If you're hankering after more Christmas inspiration for last minute inspiration you can scroll through ALL my Christmas posts from this year and last year <a href="http://www.329db.blogspot.se/search?q=christmas" target="_blank">here</a>! Ho ho ho!<br /><br />Have a lovely day!

A black and white home with a touch of pink

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The zen home of a LA fashion designer and boutique owner

Hello! Only a week left until Christmas and today I'm feeling the stress! Working full time, rushing around buying last minute presents and packing for three people while trying to keep the day to day running of the house going. Is anyone else feeling it? :( Just in case, here's a little oasis of calm - the LA home of Chay Wikes, fashion designer and owner of this beautiful <a href="http://chayonline.com/" target="_blank">LA boutique</a> with the eponymous name. I love the concrete floors, textiles, vintage industrial furniture, high ceilings. Transport me there!<br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsbw7JdFcFweToOToyuO57rhUV9Io4nh7Pe0sLJ0762Ow_6TcLWjmn-sqfJhfUwcn_HCYrZ9st-NnNQ8_g735OclM3OvJK7IGFYQPgGRZe3UOwY0erA1CuQFOxpSLEHJ0PUQkW0TH1Qv0/s1600/chay3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsbw7JdFcFweToOToyuO57rhUV9Io4nh7Pe0sLJ0762Ow_6TcLWjmn-sqfJhfUwcn_HCYrZ9st-NnNQ8_g735OclM3OvJK7IGFYQPgGRZe3UOwY0erA1CuQFOxpSLEHJ0PUQkW0TH1Qv0/s1600/chay3.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjffaca80wu6utNxlMDzoDoek8CIrlxzsRmx6YQujrya0KxC2_b1qOkud9zSFhlYZArqRiVmwehRq2TotxxbNUK0YGVqbfPLqU82wSg2ka2veHU2RMiihz_JMDW_SlE6tYnlYSoPM8uVb0/s1600/chay4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjffaca80wu6utNxlMDzoDoek8CIrlxzsRmx6YQujrya0KxC2_b1qOkud9zSFhlYZArqRiVmwehRq2TotxxbNUK0YGVqbfPLqU82wSg2ka2veHU2RMiihz_JMDW_SlE6tYnlYSoPM8uVb0/s1600/chay4.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoH0Ry_8iBHclrpMN04GKxE4BgxPDjXyc0dPhUXZidbns0TTGsHVneh48vL9l_GrrL5iucGyip0zybaxDQBTC_R-lTHu6Ch0x_C0c83xR-6dpcYMVBnaewPSZLliBhd7iLJ40nVSzP9Ig/s1600/chay8.jpg" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Photography: <a href="http://www.auberginephotography.com/" target="_blank">Brittany Ambridge</a>, Interior design: Lauren Soloff and<a href="http://chayonline.com/" target="_blank"> Chay Wike </a>Via<a href="http://blissfulbblog.com/blog/2013/12/17/chay-wikes-home.html" target="_blank"> Bliss Blog</a> </td></tr></tbody></table><br />What do you love about this home?<br /><br />Full article and more lovely pictures over at <a href="http://domino.com/natural-beauty" target="_blank">Domino</a> (plus a very beautiful shop).<br /><br />Other homes providing a picture of calm today....<a href="http://www.329db.blogspot.se/2012/03/lilac-and-dusty-pale-pink-for-calm-home.html" target="_blank">this</a>, <a href="http://www.329db.blogspot.se/2013/11/the-serene-home-of-swedish-fashion.html" target="_blank">this</a> and <a href="http://www.329db.blogspot.se/2013/07/a-serene-swedish-apartment.html" target="_blank">this</a>.<br /><br />And if these fail, how about a trip to this incredible <a href="http://www.beautifulosophy.com/2013/12/take-me-there-gorgeous-hotel.html" target="_blank">Alpine spa</a>.....oh how I'd love to spend the entire holiday season there right now!<br /><br />1,2,3 and breathe....<br /><br />Have a lovely CALM day!

The zen home of a LA fashion designer and boutique owner

Hello! Only a week left until Christmas and today I'm feeling the stress! Working full time, rushing around buying last minute presents ...

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