Takin' a break

We're taking the week off from the blog here at Visual Jill, focusing on getting some things taken care of around the office. But don't despair, we'll be back next week and ready to share more goodies that we've uncovered with you! Have a great weekend!

One Love: The Mid-Century Dining Chair

Dining Chairs - Klassik Living

This classic mid-century dining chair was designed by Kai Kristiansen, a Danish furniture designer. We discovered these colorful originals the other day at Klassik Living (the relocated and reincarnated Klassik by Lynne), and loved the bright, eye-candy fabrics, the simple, clean lines, and the rich, warm tone of the wood frames. Can't you just imagine an entire dining set in fabulous mix-and-match colors? How delicious!!!

*Credits: Kyoko Jackson - Photography

In Full Color

It’s always bittersweet taking down the holiday decorations. Things can feel a little drab after the sparkle and shine of lights and glitter, wreaths and decorations. And yet, they’ve served their purpose and it’s time to move on to what the New Year will bring. So if you find yourself looking for a way to fill the space that the holidays left open, we’ve got one word of advice:  

COLOR

It’s amazing what an infusion of color can do to bring back that festive feeling in a fresh, new way. Here are some easy ways we’ve found to start the year In Full Color...

ADD A POP OF PINK

Pillow - Klassik Living :: Sheepskin, Striped Rug - IKEA :: bookshelf - CB2 :: chair - DWR

It only takes a little shot of hot pink to make a big statement! This felted wool pillow does the trick, while still inviting you to have a seat, grab a book, and stay a while.

CONTRAST ORANGE AND BLUE

Cymbidium - SF Flower Mart :: Pot - Aw Pottery :: Wooden Boxes, Pillow - CB2

We love the color of this big vase, especially when contrasted with one of our Faves, orange. And Cymbidium are a great way to add some color to you home, indoor or out, because they are so hardy.

BRIGHTEN UP WITH YELLOW

Lemons - Berkeley Bowl :: Narcissus, Flowerpot - The Gardener

As we mentioned last week, citrus fruits abound this time of year. This simple bowl full of bright yellow lemons makes a sunny vignette when paired with clean white narcissus in a yellow pot.

So instead of seeing the empty spots where holiday cheer used to be, look at the spaces as an opportunity to introduce some bright, bold color into your life. The answer could be as simple as a bowl of oranges and as lively as a plant. Take a look around. The world is full of color!

*Credits: Kyoko Jackson - photography