The finishing touches

One of the most important phases of any decorating project is the coordination and presentation of accent and accessory pieces. 

Whether it's arranging lamps, a collection of glassware, books or 'dustables', the placement of these items completes a room.

An interesting tableau also reveals a lot about the homeowner.

A table presentation is an opportunity to display a collection,

family pieces, and items that are important to you.

For some homeowners, the simpler the better.

An array of textures - flowers, metals, candles, objets d'art - compliments any design.

The only way I could ever display a tortoise shell was 

if I had been assured that Mr. Turtle died at an advanced 

age of natural causes or it was an artificial reproduction.

Bring your treasures out of storage and incorporate them into your interior scenery. 

To quote a friend, "It's a lot less expensive to shop in your own closet."  And, so fleaChic!

Sources:  Phoebe Howard; Eclectic Revisited; Decor to Adore; Martha Stewart; Country Living; Smitten Design; Karnashus; Covet Garden; Thibault Design; Love Living Small; Vermont Interior Designs; Turquoise, Tulips and Bliss; Verdigris Vie