DENY Designs by Target

Target does it again - - blows our mind.

DENY Designs by Target is a collection of home decor items that are bright, colorful and fun. Ranging from pillows, shower curtains, throw blankets, to mirrors, clocks, and trays - nearly everything in the collection is fabulous. Perfect gift for anyone - and overall, gives me that 'Urban Outfitters' vibe. Prices aren't bad either. 

DENY is a company based out of Denver, CO, that empowers their customers to transform dull, everyday household accessories into fun and original statement pieces by adding a personal image - that's right. Go to www.denydesigns.com and you can actually make your own. However, Target has some great options. 

I'm in love with this shower curtain! Thinking of getting in pillow form for meself.

xo

H

10 Ways You Are Doing Wine Right

You have a baby wine glass within your large wine glass.

You'd never waste a sip of wine. #saveforlater 

You allow yourself to decide Stemless vs Stem on a daily basis

Even your wine looks drunk.

You know instead of bringing her flowers, there is always a better way.

You are blind and you STILL want to read the label

You have wine-coozies, Woozies. 

You make sure there are no excuses to leave the house without wine.

You know red wine is good for your heart health.

And you are not above getting a personalized wine stopper to look like your head.

WAYS YOU ARE DOING WINE WRONG:

Shame. Shame.

Stop. Just stop.

You don't need a reason to drink wine! And this guy should be punched in the face.

A puzzle to open wine? You've already earned it! 

xo

H

Holiday Mantels 2014

Get Wordy

Below are some great examples of mantels that use words to bring some cheer to the home! 'Joy' seems to be the most popular - try to mix it up by using Noel, Merry & Bright, or Peace.

**Winner** 

This use of rope lights is genius! 

Bring in the Reindeer! 

If you are like me, you probably try and incorporate faux taxidermy in ever corner of your home. It is a big trend to have antlers in your house and what a better time than to utilize it during the holidays? On Prancer! 

**Winner** 

I am attracted to this room completely with all the use of green - but the statement antlers, which clearly stay there all year, with just a touch of white garland, makes this mantel simple, yet jolly.

Simplify it

Sometimes the best fit for your home is to have clean, crisp mantel that keeps it's Christmas spirt without getting too cluttery. 

**Winner** 

I have to say, the wire ornament tree above is gorgeous! - so easy to do! All you need is wire, ornaments (get cheap mini ones at Target) and a nice deep oak frame. Twist and Hang!

Just do it for the Kids

Sometimes when you have several little ones in the house you want to add some youth to your holiday decor - Don't worry! You can still do it without losing your sense of style.

**Winner**

The bright red with the pop of the white snowflakes is what allows this mantel to take the holiday cake! 

 No Mantel? No Problem! 

You don't have to have a fireplace to have a mantel for Christmas. A lot of people utilize other spaces in their home - Desks, entryway tables, shelves, even the top of a piano! 

**Winner**

I love the garland on this creative cupboard top! The star is symbolic as well for the holiday season, with cheerful lights - you can't go wrong!

Mirror, Mirror on the Wall

It is rare that you find a mantel without a mirror atop of it these days. Use that mirror to spice up your Christmas spirit! 

 **Winner** I love the mirror in and of itself - but the old fashioned stocking and the ornaments hanging down from the ceiling are beautiful touches.

 Stick with a Color Theme

Using colors you already have in your home can help make for a creative and unique holiday mantel

 

**Winner** 

For being most unique! I love them all in this section - but to incorporate purple into your Christmas decor is quite the task - and it was pulled off perfectly! 

xo

H