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Nov
04
Go for the Gold!

We have been chatting about holiday entertaining and it is time to get the party in high gear!  A tantalizing layout of food makes for the best memories. To make the perfect presentation be sure you have great lighting to let the goodies shine.

Gold is the trendy color in home décor; makes us think of prosperous times to come.

Our Gold Trendsational Chandelier is a hip way to show off the table
Kick it up a notch with our custom chandelier in an ample size with classic and modern lines. Distressed gold leaf with umber aging dresses it up just enough. 6 lights. Iron.

Hang it over our Gold Mirrored Round Top Table which looks fab sitting over Grand Manoir Rug (available in round)

 

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Don’t forget the table top!

Check out Hostess With The Mostess for all the latest ideas.

The right food is a must here! This week we will end with some “delish” appetizer ideas from who else but Delish!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Step back & let the compliments flow! Next week; the main course!

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Oct
28
Comforts of Home

The countdown is on to Thanksgiving! In just a couple of week’s families & friends will gather to give thanks & wind down in the comfort of homes across the land. We’ve got some great ideas to make your home a special place to gather, relax (now that’s a novel concept) & enjoy this wonderful occasion.

We’re focusing on warm, inviting lighting to greet your guests.  This is a way cool hanging lantern to feature in your foyer!

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Defining Elements Pendant

Our Defining Elements Pendant is the perfect segue into your home & compliments the Garden Gate outdoor Collection we featured last week.

It works nicely with our exclusive Harlequin Candlestick Lamps that are perfect paired up in your foyer to welcome the crowd and with their whimsical style, they are sure to spark comments.

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Harlequin Candlestick Lamp

Harlequin Candlestick Lamp: Go bold! Proclaim your creativity with this clever concoction of metal, resin and crystal drops. Cream, black and antique gold sport a jazzy conical gold-leaf paper shade. It’s serious fun wherever you entertain.

They will look quite fetching sitting atop our Hall Chest w/Magazine Storage. The black granite & gold finish is “right on” for the candlesticks.

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Hall Chest w/Magazine Storage

AntiquemMirrored 5 drawer magazine chest in 18 Karat Gold painted hardwood with an Art Deco Greco style finish and a dramatic black granite top.

To finish off this dramatic foyer, choose our Regency Gold Mirror and Dramatic Hand Knotted Rug for a bold and confident decor.

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Regency Gold Mirror, Dramatic Hand Knotted Rug

To aid in your party planning here are some useful tips from Southern Living’s Half Hour Hostess Rachel Gordon. She has some great ideas for you to relax & enjoy the festivities!

Check out these great recipe ideas for side dishes you can start testing now. (click recipes to view)

Next week; let the party begin!

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Sep
30
Unscripted Design! Create Your Signature Style!

We love experimenting with different combinations of design components. From tastefully refined to ultra modern, in tandem pushes the envelope for a “no restraints” surroundings that just works.

Might we suggest….

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Tuscan Wood Chandelier

Try hanging our Tuscan Wood Chandelier in a bungalow environment with an Arts & Crafts décor. The organic texture of the wood would make for an eclectic mix with our elegant hand knotted Vanderbilt Estate Rug.

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Vanderbilt Estate Hand Knotted Rug

Mixing it up with a collection of different table lamps in the same room will speak of your “risk taking” abilities! Imagine a blue & white bedroom with our Best Blue & White Table Lamp in your bedroom with our Star Glass Table Lamp perched across the room; provocative & imaginative for sure.

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The Best Blue & White Table Lamp, Star Glass Pyramid Table Lamp

We love mixing metals and ceramic. Our Art Glaze Lamps add an artistic approach to any project. Combine them in a room with a modern mix that might include our Chelsea Chandelier along with our Beveled Mirror Chest. This might be my favorite combo. I am picturing a black & white cowhide for the perfect accessory to an urban chic environment.

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Art Glaze Porcelain Table Lamp

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Chelsea Chandelier – 6 Light

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Cowhide Rug

Break the rules! There are no rules! Have some fun & make your haven harmonious with your personality!

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Mar
04
The Best of the Best!

We’re highlighting a selection of our customer’s favorite items and where one might use them.

Designs By Gollum’s Michael Lee’s elegantly appointed home is a treasure of detail & mastery of design.

Her use of a crystal chandelier in the boudoir can be replicated using our European Crystal Elegance Chandelier.

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Recreate the perfect ambient lighting effects seen in her dining room for your next soiree using our beaded Old Hollywood Regency Chandelier, Old Hollywood Sconce & Starburst Candlestick Lamp.

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The high design impact of mirrored furniture reflected here makes quite the statement. We have an array of styles and finishes.

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Classic furnishings with the dramatic impact of the black zebra in Designs By Gollums’ sophisticated living room. Our stenciled zebra skins are available in black or chocolate.

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Visit Designs by Gollum for our Princess Basket Wall Sconce Giveaway!

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Michael is busy penning her next novel; a trilogy that revolves around a Charleston “cake lady” named Teeny. The first book in the series is titled Gone with a Handsomer Man. Visit Michael Lee West for all the details of her enchanting and charming novels.

Hope our inspiration helps you to make your home your haven.

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