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I guess I'm what you call a modern-day hippie. So imagine my excitement when I came across these natural and beautiful rock crystal table lamps. Usually I wear crystals around my neck (on a chain) for protection but I've discussed using rocks - such as amethyst and malachite - for design purposes. I truly believe in the addition of these magical gems into your design scheme. Not only are they absolutely beautiful to the eye but they are also healing for the spirit. For example, calcite increases and amplifies energy. Amethyst is used for relieving stress, balancing mood swings and dispelling anger, fear or anxiety. Quartz - known as the "universal stone" - is the most recognized type of stone and comes in many forms. One of my favourites is rose quartz, which is the love stone. It's easy to create a modern flare to your rock crystal lamp by adding in a funky lampshade or an eye-catching base. My favourite is the clear Lucite base on the honeycomb coloured calcite lamp. Which lamp is your favourite?
"Beauty is like an empty chamber: once discovered, it is to the artist both inspiration and canvas."
(A special thanks to Robin DeGroot for showing me this collection.) I'm sure you've heard of SWAROVSKI crystals, but did you know that the same company has their own line of wallpaper? That's right, folks! The elegant and opulent Swarovski company has made their presence in interiors and home decor. Luckily for us, they've still kept their decadent tastes. The collection, simply titled SWAROVSKI Elements, was designed by British wallpaper designer Karen Beauchamp in collaboration with the company's in-house design team. Why I love this collection in particular is because it pushes the boundaries and turns magnificent design concepts into a wallpaper reality. The collection boasts the finest crystal elements that are manufactured by Swarovski shown on "backgrounds of exquisite flock, mirror-like foil and layered ink (thus giving the effect of metallic leather"). Not only is the colour of the wallpaper rich and beautiful but it's also shimmery and glittery. The light - which bounces across the wall - is refracted by the multifaceted colored crystals. Although the wallpaper is more costly than some (obviously since it's adorned by crystals! Hello!) I would recommend using it as a feature wall -- as shown in the photographs. You can easily make a statement by using a small piece of the wallpaper. Or you can always go big or go home. What do you think of Swarovski's dabble in design? What piece of wallpaper is your favourite?
