Creative Christmas Gift Wrapping

Only a few days left before Christmas and it's gift wrapping time! Usually I'm one of those who buy a generic gift wrapping paper and stick a plain ribbon. But this year I want to do something a little special, something that feels and looks handmade =)

While I was searching for some creative ideas, I came across some beautiful ones that I want to share with you. Wrap your gift with brown recycled craft paper and add a little found object or some doily for that romantic vintage charm. Or add cutout monograms or yarn pompoms for that colorful and whimsical look.

(All images via joyful weddingsandevent.com/blog, underwordmagazine.com, blowoutparty.com/blog, mondocherry.blogspot.com, paliatialliving.blogspot.com, simplyelegance.org)

Christmas Decor Ideas

I know most of you are done with your Christmas decorations but if you want to retouch it a little before your guests arrive, here are some ideas. I'm loving the turquoise and white color palette, not your traditional christmas colors but still very festive.

*New* at Plume & Petals Jewelry

Here's a preview of some of my new jewelry designs at Plume & Petals. Very earthy, natural and feminine with lots of pretty semi precious stones. I must admit that it isn't easy creating jewelry with a full time job but with a little time management and passion, everything is possible =)

I am having a special Dec 15-22 **Last Minute Christmas Sale 10% off. Use code: Falalala10**

1. Ariana Earrings

2. Trapeze Earrings

3. Twig Branch Necklace

4. Natural Pyrite and Labradorite Necklace

5. Seraphina Earrings

6. Ava Earrings

Designer Spotlight: Michael Aram

I spotted these lovely pieces when I went to Bloomingdales the other day. They are by Michael Aram, an artist who works primarily with metal. The candles would definitely be a great Christmas gift. And the ornaments, aren't they just so sweet?

All images via his website

Winter Looks

Winter look books of some of my favorite shops are here~ The layers, the lace, the sparkle... Take a look at some of my favorite picks!

1. Jcrew

2. Free People

3. Ruche

4. Ruche

5. Ruche

6. Anthropologie

Designer Spotlight: Caroline Swift

I'm loving these beautiful and delicate ceramic pieces by Caroline Swift.

via style-files