Minted has expanded their collection into home wares. These paper table runners, for example, would be really easy to lay out before a big party.
snow dot silver foil table runner, $18, Minted
Last week, I shared five black and white Christmas trees. This week, I’m sharing five paper Christmas trees. Who will be doing a bit of DIYing this holiday?
DIY paper Christmas trees in black and white, Therese Knutsen
DIY paper Christmas trees in black and white, Seventy Nine Ideas
DIY pop-up Christmas card, Maurice & King
via Creativ
 Have a great weekend!
Earlier this week, a colleague asked me if I had a white Christmas tree. Truth revealed – while I do have quite a few white ornaments, I mostly embrace a traditional green and red colour scheme at Christmas. I keep my decorations tame, but I do not shy away from these classic colours. I can’t yet bring myself to go all-white because I really like having a real tree in the house for the month of December. Surprised?
What do you think about having a non-traditional tree? Would you go for a white or black version?
DIY ombre tree, via Little Inspiration
via Hymns and Verses
via Shabby Chicks
via Craftberry Bush
Have a wonderful weekend, everyone!
Have any friends or family who are graduating this spring? Wouldn’t this stylish owl make a great gift?
gold & white owl, $12, via Black Rooster Decor
My sister recently sent me photos of her friend’s home in Chapel Hill. I nearly fell off of my chair when I saw them. It’s gorgeous! It is clear that the homeowners designed each and every room with thought and care. The colour combinations, the furniture pairings, and the rugs especially grabbed my attention. That said, the homeowners have kept some rooms (kitchen, laundry) very classic with the use of white. I think this was a smart move because full renovations to these spaces can be costly. While it’s relatively affordable to change furnishings and paint, kitchens are much more expensive to renovate.
Okay, enough of the chit chat. Let me show you what I’m talking about. 
You must check out the whole home. Aren’t the kids’ rooms beautiful? I’m also loving the rattan chair in the master. Such a beautifully designed home, don’t you think?
Photos by Corie.
Update: Yesterday, The New York Times published an article about Chapel Hill that may be of interest to those of you who have been to the area or who are planning to visit: 36 Hours in Chapel Hill-Carrboro, NC.