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A Moment of Serenity at Home

A favorite moment that I captured this weekend. What I love about this moment is the way it brings together elements of elegance and practicality, perfectly encapsulating a sense of calm and beauty in my home. Let’s take a closer look at the details that bring me joy in this moment.

A Harmonious Blend of Textures and Colors

The first thing that catches the eye is the harmonious blend of textures and colors. The vibrant orange book serves as the foundation, adding a pop of color that energizes the entire scene. The book’s title, peeking through, reminds us of the comfort and warmth that our homes should offer.

On top of the book rests a beautiful glass vase with delicate ribbed details, holding a single, lush green stem that I am propagating. The transparency of the glass juxtaposed with the solidity of the book creates a balanced visual appeal, symbolizing the blend of nature and literature, two sources of peace and reflection.

Functional Yet Beautiful Accessories

This tablescape is not just about aesthetics; it incorporates functional items that enhance everyday living. The brass trimmers, along with an ornate brass candle snuffer featuring a floral design, are both decorative and practical. Resting on a vintage flower holder, they add a touch of vintage charm. These trimmers and snuffer could be used for everyday purposes or simply as decorative pieces that spark conversation.

Next to these, a sleek black pen lies ready for use, embodying the intersection of utility and elegance. These items, though commonplace, are elevated by their design, reminding us that even the most mundane objects can bring joy when thoughtfully chosen.

Touches of Personal Care

The presence of nail polish bottles in soft pastel hues and a nail buffer hints at moments of self-care. These items invite you to take a break from the daily grind, encouraging a few moments of pampering. The variety of colors suggests a playful spirit, ready to embrace creativity and self-expression.

Organic Elements

A small wooden dish with a petal-like shape introduces an organic element to the tablescape. Its natural wood grain and simple design complement the more intricate items on the table, adding a touch of rustic charm. This dish could hold small trinkets or simply stand as a piece of natural beauty.

Bringing It All Together

This thoughtfully arranged tablescape is a testament to the idea that our surroundings can deeply influence our well-being. By combining functional items with beautiful design, and adding touches of nature and personal care, we create spaces that nurture and inspire us.

Take a moment to appreciate the small, everyday objects in your home. With a bit of thought and creativity, you too can create serene moments that bring more joy and tranquility into your daily life.

Keep on dreaming.

With love

Damaris from Ota-dream

tags: tablescopes, coffeetable, decor, home accessories, homeware, Organic Elements, Beautiful Accessories, Accessories, tablescape, Serenity at Home, Serenity, homedecor
Tuesday 07.30.24
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A Postcard of Tulips

“To me, flowers are happiness.”
— Stefano Gabbana
tags: tulips, tulip, flowers, postcard, bloom
categories: home, inspiration
Wednesday 10.19.22
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Spring Cleaning

This Year the spring cleaning bug has caught me. I have been decluttering and organizing my space. All the things have got me overwhelmed. I can’t wait to have less things in my life.

tags: spring cleaning, spring, home, homeware
categories: home, inspiration
Monday 04.04.22
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My little Balcony

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tags: hearth & hand magnolia watering decanter, hearth & hand magnolia, Jaxx bean bag chair, Jaxx bean bag ottoman, outdoor rug, small balcony, summer time, summer, balcony, decor, home decor, plants, flowers, floral, lifestyle, home, patio, balcony style, balcony decor, summer love
categories: home, inspiration
Sunday 08.01.21
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TIME

Black Marble Vase vintage find from IG Seller @Savoring_home with Some orange Oriental Poppy

Where has the time gone? It feels like forever since I posted anything on my blog. I have tried to post here and there but it just didn’t seem right and to be honest, I have not been inspired or motived to do anything. But with everything opening up again and seeing signs of life, it’s bringing some spark and inspiration back. I have some fun ideas I want to share soon. I’m will do my best to be more consistent.

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tags: poppy, orange poppy, oriental poppy, black marble, marble, black marble vase, vase, flowers, bw, black and white
Sunday 07.18.21
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Beautiful Things

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It’s the little things in life that makes a big difference to everything. Adding and surrounding myself with beautiful things just makes me happy and for a moment here I have a place to daydream.

This week ended on a high note for me, my lovely candles from Apis Cera are here and there are everything and more. When I made this purchase I was feeling a little “Bougie” and there is nothing wrong with that friends. . . Also while I was waiting for my candles to arrive, I saw the poppy candle snuffer and I thought they would make a cute pair together.

“Beautiful things don’t ask for attention.”
tags: beautiful, home, homedecor, home accessories, candles, candlelight, beewax candle, made in france, France, cb2, interior, interior design, yellow candles, honey, beewax, bouguie, boujee, candle snuffer, style, lifestyle, accessories, beautiful things, poppy
categories: inspiration, home
Saturday 04.25.20
Posted by Damaris Mwanga
 

Morning Sun

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tags: beauty, coffeetable, obviousstate, tablescopes, beautiful, homesweethome, flat lay, interior, otadreamhome, myhome, live, homedecor, bedroom, home, lifestyle, coffee, styleoftheday, morning sun, sun
categories: home, inspiration
Wednesday 02.19.20
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Heartbeat

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Nothing like fresh flowers to wake up a room. I just love Peonies and spring time is a great time to pick some up at an affordable price. This time of year I only look for Peonies when I go flower shopping. I took this picture last night when I was getting ready for bed because this sense made me so happy just to see them. You know when your heart just beat ( this moment was it).

tags: heartbeat, peonies, peony, flowers, flower arrangement, pink, spring, home, myhome, love, peach
categories: home, inspiration
Thursday 05.30.19
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January turned to February

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tags: floral, roses, pink roses, purple roses, purple, gold, antiquate, copper, bronze, flower arrangement, flowers, water
categories: home, inspiration
Friday 02.15.19
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Happy New Year

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As we say Goodbye to 2017 and welcoming 2018.I’m grateful for the strength, love, mercy and some much more that I have reserved this past year.  we made it by the grace of God. I don't have any New Year’s resolutions to make the only thing I have are Prayers. Friends let us all take a moment in our life today to be grateful and to jot down a couple of prayers we want in the new year. I want to fill this page with all the tiny little wants for 2018. Here are some small changes that I would like to make in the hopes it will make a big difference in my everyday life.

  •  Happiness –finding and doing things that make me more happy  (ex: music, flowers, laughter and family)
  • Be more social able – take time to spend time with my friends and family more. (EX: get together, dinner party or a game night with friends)
  •  Dance more
  • Get out of my comfort zone   - once a month plan something I would never do or making time for things instead of Excuses. (ex: A small road trip somewhere)
  •   Volunteer- give my time at church  (spend more time at church doing God’s work)
  • Buy myself more flowers  (do more flower arrangements )
  • Learning a new skills (ex: calligraphy, Photoshop or boxing)
  • Stay cooking again
  • Sew more
  • Find things that inspired and bring out more of my creative
  • Read more
  • Be in the moment 

I prayer for Joy, love and Happiness in your life. Happy New Year Friends!!! 

tags: Happy New Year, Resolutions, prayers, Happiness, 2018, flat lay, flowers, yellow, postcards, obviousstate, Jane Austin, January, secret garden
categories: inspiration
Monday 01.01.18
Posted by Damaris Mwanga
 

Perfect Moment

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Perfect Moments 

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tags: homedecor, home, Inspiration, interior design, westelmstyle, style, west elm, ikea, target, targetstyle, styleoftheday, interior, homesweethome, otadreamhome, beautiful, beauty, blessed, bedroom, white, whiteinterior, myhome, love
categories: home, inspiration
Tuesday 11.14.17
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Moments

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Moments 

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tags: home, moringslikethese, tea, coffee, ikea, belong, postcards, homedecor, papergoods, flowers, green, tablescopes, love, style, vibes, happy, magazine, obviousstate, tray, live, Inspiration, beauty, beautiful
categories: home, inspiration
Monday 09.11.17
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Bloom

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tags: coffeetable, table, marble, flowers, floral, coffee, ikea, dreams, life, lifestyle, roses, rose, bloom, QOTD, wotd, word, hydrangea, beauty, beautiful, white
Tuesday 05.30.17
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Attitude

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tags: mess, desk, home, Inspiration, homedecor, colorful, love, beautiful, beauty, lifestyle, life, attitude
categories: inspiration, home
Sunday 05.21.17
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Discover Your Scent

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tags: scent, fragrance, La Labo, Jasmin 17, Bergamote, Figure 15, Figure, Petit grain 21, Anis 24, Homescents, Home fragrance, beauty, home, beautiful, life, lifestyle, fine fragrance, love, handcrafted, handmade, NY
categories: inspiration, home
Monday 05.08.17
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