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Stylejuicer is a lifestyle blog featuring the juiciest and coolest thinking from around the world. Created by Annie Kruse, followers will be inspired and captivated by this fresh look at all things creative.

MY MONTH ON INSTAGRAM | NOVEMBER 2014

30 November 2014

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I’ve been really enjoying my Instagram this year so I thought I’d start a new column to share my monthly favourites with you. November has been a beautiful autumnal month with quite a bit of sunshine and some gorgeous colourful leaves.

One of the highlights was our family outing to local cafe, restaurant and garden centre Petersham Nurseries. It’s an amazingly tranquil place next to Petersham Meadows and the Thames that let’s you forget how close you’re to London. I love the quirky setting with mismatched (sometimes wobbly) chairs and exotic greenery in the large (glass) Teahouse. The food is always top notch and the kids enjoyed exploring the setting after scoffing their cake and most of ours.

Let’s see what December brings. Why don’t you join #mymonthoninstagram!?
 
 

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PLACES TO SHOP | ZOCO HOME

27 November 2014

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How awesome is this shop!? Moroccan design and home decor meets Scandinavian cool – and it totally works.

Zoco Home is based in Helsinki but you can shop their collection of unique handmade decorations like poufs, rugs, lanterns, ceramics, vintage trays and cement tiles online as they ship worldwide.

I could dive right into these photographs beautifully styled and shot by Paulina Arcklin. She has a real talent for creating a modern rustic look and I love all the textures set within this white minimalist space. A look that fits happily into any season but works especially well for Christmas I think.

I adore Paulina’s style and have featured her shots of Copenhagen furniture shop/bar/cafe Clarrods back in July. It’s another must-visit on my list.
 

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PHOTOGRAPHY & STYLING | Paulina Arcklin with thanks
 
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CHRISTMAS SCENTS IN A DANISH HOME

26 November 2014

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Falalala… even though the weather has been pretty wet and mild I’m in the mood for some Christmas home inspiration and found this stunning place via Danish site Femina.

It’s the home of interior designer Anna Jessen who likes to stimulate all the senses at Christmas and has paid special attention to evocative smells this year. Wood fire, evergreens and spices like large cinnamon sticks are in plentiful supply in her home during the festive period as are an abundance of candles and one of my Christmas favourites, a striking red amaryllis.

Her home is a great example of modern rustic living and I like how she effortlessly mixes antiques like the wooden corner cupboard with sleek contemporary furniture and lighting. The mostly black and white home is easily transformed with her choice of simple decorations and a wood burner brings extra intimacy and coziness. It’s a clever idea to integrate the fire place into the wall at waist level so you can watch the flames when you’re sitting at the dining table.

The real show stopper has to be the all black kitchen for me which provides a lovely contrast to the period dimensions of the town house.

I don’t know about you but I’ve got this urge to get closer to my screen in order to smell the wonderful Christmas scents…

 

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VIA | Femina with thanks
 
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SIMPLE AND STYLISH CHRISTMAS DIYS

24 November 2014

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Last year’s Christmas DIYs post was one of my most popular ones so I thought I’d show you a couple more simple and stylish ideas to decorate your home and get you in the festive spirit without breaking the bank or taking up too much valuable shopping time.
 

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A simple wreath made form evergreens brings immediate festive cheer to the home. No need to get it perfect, just use some nice copper wire to bind the greens together.
 

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Counting down and lighting a candle every advent Sunday before Christmas is a real Northern European tradition. I like the minimalist style of spray painting some old bottles as candle sticks and adding large numbers. With the wax drips it’s going to look more rustic the closer it gets to the big day.
 
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A simple and stylish wrapping idea with brown or white paper and a simple black star that can serve as a name tag. Be generous with the twine and wrap it round a few times.
 
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There are a gazillion different fairy lights on the market but I like these simple white ones which look quite magical in a glass jar.
 

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These pine cones are so cute dressed up with simple paper ornaments for Christmas.
 

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Ok, this one does take a little longer if you want to make it from scratch but I love the simple triangle shape with some string to display Christmas cards, ornaments or anything else festive.
 
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Save your money on wrapping paper this year and go for brown paper and simple string instead. Adding some evergreens will give a rustic flavour.
 
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Last but not least, for the very time-poor amongst you, drape some fairy lights around the house, put your feet up with a nice glass of something and… relax. That’s what Christmas is all about!

 
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MOOD BOARD | AUTUMN VIBES #02

22 November 2014

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Before we hit the season to be jolly some last autumnal inspiration for you all via my Pinterest feed. This year Autumn really has delivered all that was expected – gorgeous colourful leaves, fruit and seeds, some sunshine accompanied by glorious golden sunsets as well as the warmest Halloween on record.

Enjoy these last few days of calm autumn vibes before the Christmas storms sweep you away.

 
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