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  Ready to be a little wild in your decorating?

Photo and Beautiful Arrangement by RachelsHeart on etsy

The secret to good decorating is to be bold and creative without ever being tasteless. Here is an idea which is unique enough to get attention, yet will never be out of place.

Instead of just flowers in a silk arrangement, use feathers! Feathers bring an added bit of texture and life to the standard silk flower display. Pheasant and peacock feathers will add height and drama. Bright colored feathers will make your display eye-catching and unique. To add softness to a bouquet, try ostrich plumes..

You may want to leave the flowers out and make your arrangement entirely out of faux feathers or fallen feathers you find outdoors. An interesting container can serve as a wonderful starting point. Search for one with a psychedelic vintage motif. Peacock feathers mixed with short feathers at the base, with spikes of m pheasant plumes, create an attention drawing piece for a buffet or hall table.

Exotic feathers can add spice to a bedroom. Put them out with candles for a special night, and create a very romantic mood. You might even try a boa for yourself!

Look outdoors for feathers of local birds from your area or places you visit on vacation. You can use these to make a statement about your love of where you’ve chosen to live or great memory from a vacation. Take a walk in a nearby wooded park and soon you’ll have a collection from local birds. Typically these are small feathers, yet they’ll say “home” in a cute display on an vintage end table.

Search the floral section of your favorite craft store for interesting natural items such as moss, twigs and dried seeds to add to your design. A skilled florist will help you change these elements into a stunning display for your home.

Don’t be afraid to experiment. You’re sure to draw interesting comments and with reasonable consideration, you’ll add a stimulating look to any room.

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