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©Elle M Photography Du interiors' Stage Your Home for the Holidays! led to decorative additions for this beautiful home in Tigard, Oregon. White, gold and silver were the color palette with the addition of greenery and custom--made driftwood candle holder for the entry console.With the colors and textures of nature in mind, we also used pine cones and candles throughout the room. ©Elle M Photography We added a faux table runner, pine cones, sheepskin chair pads and eye catching silver garland to the display cabinets in the dining area. ©Elle M Photography ©Elle M Photography A white snowflake pillow and large white floral arrangement provided a festive look to the seating area. ©Elle M Photography ©Elle M Photography ©Elle M Photography This project is a good example of less is more ...just by adding a few accessories! Cheers to a marvelous  2017! Until next time...

©Elle M Photography Du Interiors' Stage Your Home for the Holidays! led to the creation of lovely decorative additions for this beautiful home in Portland, Oregon. ©Elle M Photography The KIDS did a great job decorating the Christmas tree! ©Elle M Photography For the Living and Dining Rooms...a refreshing welcome to a snug environment. ©Elle M Photography ©Elle M Photography ©Elle M Photography ©Elle M Photography ©Elle M Photography ©Elle M Photography By layering place mats, chargers and linens, an Artful Base was accomplished for the table. Generous sparkles and unexpected texture tipped the scale to a show stopper. ©Elle M Photography ©Elle M Photography ©Elle M Photography ©Elle M Photography ©Elle M Photography ©Elle M Photography ©Elle M Photography ©Elle M Photography The goal of Du Interiors two hour walk through is to introduce new idea...

©Elle M Photography The benefit of changing things around and adding a few decorative items this time of year is especially enjoyable because of the rainy, gray days outside. For me, when I come home I like to feel that I am on vacation and that my home is festive. It lifts my spirit and it will do the same for you. Here I am sharing some photos of my Living and Dining rooms by Elle M. Photography that appeared an article in the Northwest Boomer and Senior News Portland Metro edition. I hope the article, the photos and this blog inspire you to make some seasonal changes in your home. Invite your friends to come over and celebrate the holiday season and, incidentally, show off the new look in your home! Don't forget the wine and cheese, and in my case, lots of sweets ! Here's my toast to you for the effort you made to freshen up your home's interior!   Cheers! Salute! Salud! Sante! Prost! Skal! Kampa! Salute! Dulce

©Elle M Photography The dark fall and winter evenings can be a downer for some people. Inside, we can turn on all the lights, light a fire, and bring ourselves out of the doldrums. What about outside? Nothing is more inviting or welcoming than outdoor lighting. Inviting for us, because it brings the outdoors in. For guests, it is a welcoming sight. Lighting can bring your patio to life during the dark, cold season ahead of us. ©Elle M Photography Du interiors suggest you string a set of outdoor lights across your patio furniture to create a festive look.  Lights in or over your evergreen pots and planters will extend your indoor living space creating a cheerful environment. Adding candlelight indoors puts everyone in a holiday mood. If you have a deck with or without a staircase, you can easily wrap the railings with outdoor patio lights that you and your guests will appreciate when you are indoors. Vertical flat surfaces like fences and walls are hard to d...

©Elle M Photography ©Elle M Photography 1. Area rugs Adding or changing an area rug dramatically changes a room. ©Elle M Photography 2.  Accent pillows An easy-on-the-budget way to update any decor is the use of toss pillows. It's also an ideal way to infuse a trend without replacing key pieces. ©Elle M Photography ©Elle M Photography 3. Lighting If you want to make an impact and change the look and mood in your home, an investment in new lighting can make a big difference. Perhaps you need more light than you did in the past? Tasks are easier on the eyes when you change the bulb of a light fixture. 4. Accent chairs or dining chairs An easy way to update your dining room for the holiday season is to replace your two-arm chair with upholstery fabric or leather chairs. Consider options that can provide extra seating for guest but can be used in any room in your house....