An Ode to Owls Around the House
This feathery symbol of wisdom is a fun addition to a home, especially in fall
My husband and I live in a 1950 ranch-style home a few miles west of Madison, Wisconsin. When I'm not working, I like to do projects around my house, get out in my solo canoe or go camping, read design and psychology blogs and work on mixed media art.
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Although my love for owls knows no season, it's usually around the start of fall that I really start to notice them. Whether it's due to their autumn-gold eyes, their cozy ruffled feathers, or the fact that Halloween is approaching, at this time of year I can't help but admire them in all their various forms, especially when it comes to home décor.
These nighttime wanderers were all the rage a few years back, but the focus seemed to lean in the direction of cutesy and childlike rather than showcasing the rustic, sophisticated charm the actual creatures strut so flawlessly. So in an attempt to spread the love for these creatures of the night, I bring you an ode to owls in inspiring spaces and fun products for your own home.
These nighttime wanderers were all the rage a few years back, but the focus seemed to lean in the direction of cutesy and childlike rather than showcasing the rustic, sophisticated charm the actual creatures strut so flawlessly. So in an attempt to spread the love for these creatures of the night, I bring you an ode to owls in inspiring spaces and fun products for your own home.
by decordemon
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It is said that the owl represents wisdom and the ability to know what others do not, making this graphic image the perfect addition to a home office. To me, it seems like the ideal inspiration for overcoming writer's block and creative ruts.
I made this one day when I was snowed in and wanted something new for my walls. With a chunk of barn wood, a drill and a jigsaw, I cranked out this guy and named him Herbert Whoover. He currently resides in my freshly painted kitchen.
by Nina Jizhar
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In this soft, feminine room, a white owl lamp base looks right at home.
Perched atop a wooden stool, this handsome owl is a great design solution for this small window nook.
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| Although I'm not typically a fan of the vintage kitschy owls our parents or grandparents seemed to be so fond of, this particular piece seems to strike a chord with me. Perhaps it's the clean white walls or the mimicking woodwork, or maybe it's simply the piece's large scale, but I find this wooden owl to be so very cool. |
I can imagine serving slices of rich, cherry-filled black forest cake following a hearty autumn meal on this set of four dessert plates from West Elm.
Light up the night with a glow of an autumn candle. The hand-painted and distressed cast iron lantern will shine for years to come, and the best part is that it will never break. Take that, mercury glass votive holders.
by Kirkland's
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When I first saw this piece, I thought it was just another shelf accessory. As it turns out, it's actually a garden stool! One of these would be perfect for your Halloween-themed porch.
This abstract owl-eye runner is the ideal backdrop for an array of decadent fall treats. I think it would be fun to take it one step further by adding a beak decal to the floor, although that may be due to my love for giving costumes to inanimate objects.
Call me odd, but this sweet owl doorstop almost makes me wish I had a problematic door somewhere in my house. But since I don't, I will just imagine admiring it fondly on my sunny kitchen windowsill. Home accessories with a dual purpose are the best finds.
Whooo ever knew that switch plates could be so pretty? This gorgeous outlet cover would look great in any room, but I'd be especially tempted to put it in a nursery or library.
The best part about this gorgeous lamp base is that it's available in both black and white. The black base is handsome and stately, ideal for a masculine den or any room that's in need of some added warmth. The white base has a more delicate feel.
I don't know what it is about the eyes of an owl, but it seems that they are what I am most drawn to. The creator of this digital print obviously feels the same way. Add a print like this to a grouping of artwork in the same color range.
by YLiving.com
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Here's another great addition to a home library. These owl bookends are perfect for their intended use, but the pair would look just as great as part of an autumn-inspired shelf display.
Photos: More owls in home interiors
Photos: More owls in home interiors
Ideabook updated on Oct. 6, 2011.
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