decorating with collections

The inspired home idea was a good one and seems to be providing inspiration for thousands of viewers. I've noticed during my photo shoots that I am drawn to collections. I think they are charming and warm and make a home feel homey. They are often my favorite part of the house. 

Shopping tonight at the Lauritzen Gardens Antique Show was fabulous as expected. Each year is somehow better than the last. And guess what? I was drawn to the collections like a magnet! The boxes... wait until you see the boxes! Blue and white plates mixed with boxes, mercury glass, prints, majolica, oh so many collections to photograph! I will look forward to sharing them all with you next week... But for now, here are several collections from inspired homes I've done... 

This collecting concept has given me a whole new perspective on shopping for my home... 

Old philosophy: I don't need one more thing in my house.

New philosophy: I can turn one charming thing into a collection!

I've got some shopping to do!