Magnolia, driftwood, and limbs- who would think that items from your yard could make such a sophisticated and beautiful setting for your holiday table?
We love our holiday decorating series “Decor from Your Yard” for so many reasons! It’s affordable, easy, and creative.
Another setting used in the Birmingham Magazine feature was this table scape crafted by Katherine Bailey. She used magnolia and cypress from her back yard to trail along the center of the table. The two vases became the focal pieces with rustic ornaments hanging from limbs that were placed in the vases. The pop of color from the turquoise vases and the white driftwood makes you begin dreaming of a white Christmas.
The look is simple, green and non-traditional.
For a list of items, how-to instructions and complete table scape, visit the Birmingham Magazine article here.
Driftwood and ornaments are available in the retail store. Call 1-888-mymoxii to order.
Take a look at how Kelley from Eclectic Owl used the angel ornament as an accessory on her wreath here.
Photos taken by Sylvia Martin for Birmingham Magazine.
If you’re a fan of moxii, whether on Facebook or Twitter, we’re sure you have heard the Winter Workshop buzz. We hosted the first workshop a few weeks ago, and it was a blast! (See pictures here.)
Why did we decide to host these workshops? We know there is definitely not a deficit of projects for you to find on various blogs and do on your own at home.
However, we know that projects can be intimidating to some. Plus, who has the time to go to Hobby Lobby to get all the materials? Then once you finally start the project, when you hit a snag, you’re left alone to figure it out.
With moxii’s workshops, we provide all of the materials for you. All you have to do is show up with a drink of choice and a friend. If you don’t think you’re naturally creative, then this is a great opportunity to learn valuable skills and knowledge from interior designer, Katherine Bailey. It’s a fun night out with your friends while at the same time getting your home ready for the holidays.
The workshops currently scheduled will be held in Birmingham, AL at Innovation Depot, home of our design studio, and Auburn, AL at the moxii retail store. We will be hosting Stockings from Scratch, Give Your Tree Moxii Style (ornaments) and Beyond Wrapping Paper (a class on wrapping presents moxii style).
This holiday season, create unique, handmade holiday decor for your home.
RSVP on Facebook and to secure your spot, register online here. Space is limited.
It’s the week of Thanksgiving, and most of you will be pulling out your Christmas decor the day after, or maybe you have a head-start already. Recently, our holiday decorating tips were featured in Birmingham Magazine. What made our feature unique was that we used various things from the yard to decorate.
Katherine Bailey, interior designer, used a simple piece of wood in a creative way.
The first way that she used it was as a candle stand. She cut pieces in varying heights and placed candles on top, which served as a beautiful touch to the mantle.
She also used pieces of wood, which served as place cards on the table.
Use what’s in your yard to create a one-of-a-kind look for the holidays. This look is understated and budget friendly!
To see the complete mantle and table scape, visit here.
We have a new section on our blog called “Ask Kat.” If you have design related question, we encourage you to ask Katherine Bailey, co-owner and interior designer.
Below is one of our first questions from a customer who asked how to complete the look of her bed.
Q: Hey Kat! I recently purchased a few pieces from moxii that I adore – the khaki Ruched Quilt, Birds on a Limb pillow, and the rust Woven pillows. But my bed doesn’t look complete. I need help creating a bed with moxii style.
A: Thanks for asking this question! The moxii style looks effortless yet pulled together, but there are a few key elements to keep in mind when creating this style.
Below are a few tips that I always remind myself of when creating a bed for a customer or for myself.
How to Create a moxii Style Bed:
- Choose a pillow, quilt or rug as your inspirational piece. Use three coordinating colors from your inspirational piece to work with.
- Add a solid, basic quilt like the Classic Quilt or Ruched as your foundation. When choosing a solid, it allows you to be more creative with pillows and throws and is also a timeless piece.
- Angle three euro’s across the back for a queen size bed (two for a twin). I suggest two matching and one patterned. Angling the pillows creates interest and unpredictability.
- Next, add 1-2 standard pillows.
- Make sure one standard or euro is the same texture and color as your quilt, which will bring your bed’s look together. While choosing pillows, keep your coordinating colors in mind.
- Add at least two decorative pillows. An 18 x 18 or 20 x 20 with a long narrow one are the perfect additions.
- At the bottom of the bed, place a featherweight, making sure that it coordinates with your three colors. The Ajuana Peach featherweight would add color to your bed and go great with the khaki and rust colors that you already have.
The moxii style isn’t complicated or fussy. The key element to creating this look are layers and textures. Stay away from being too “matchy-matchy” and most of all, have fun! Be sure to match your style to your personality!
Do you have a design question, go to the “Ask Kat” section of our website. We can’t wait to hear from you!
Hopefully, you have been following my blog series, “Transition to Fall in 10 Days.” I thought that I’d share with the moxii readers the final day of this transition.
Your home is now clean, your closet is dressed appropriately, your pantry and fridge winterized and your mantle and porch decorated with the season of fall in mind. It’s now time to plan a gathering/party/dinner. Fall is a fabulous time to gather with friends and family to enjoy all that is going on. Clark and I enjoy hosting parties and gatherings at our house and look forward to the few events we have scheduled for the next month or so. Fall gatherings do not have to be stressful, upscale or expensive.
Here are a few ideas to spur on the hostess in you.
Adult-Only:
- Dinner Party
- Costumes and Cocktails
Last Minute:
- Picnic
- Backyard Tailgate
- Football Party
Family Friendly:
- B.Y.O.P. (Bring Your Own Pumpkin) Carving Party – set up a table per family in the backyard and have a competition with a time limit on carving a pumpkin per family (Photos coming soon of this event at the Bailey house!)
- Family Costume Party – each family dresses up as a famous family
- Children’s Pilgrim and Indian Lunch – invite children to come dressed up as a Pilgrim or Indian and serve a simple kid-friendly meal
by Katherine Bailey
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Yes, fall is in the air… finally! We are all enjoying our mornings and evenings outside, seeing the leaves begin to change, feeling the cooler air setting in. But as we step inside, our moods change; we are not sure what season it is because our homes still look like summer time. It’s time to transition to fall!
Join the Bailey family as we transition our home, family and attitudes towards one of harvest, colorful leaves, and Thanksgiving – for all the many blessings we have been given. I will be blogging the next 10 days on ” How to Transition to Fall in Ten Days.” Each day will focus on one area of the home/family and how to transition that area into fall.
day 1: Deep Clean
day 2: Wardrobe Switch
day 3: Stock Up
day 4: Measure & Scoop
day 5: Think Orange
day 6: Mantle & More
day 7: Porch & Pumpkins
day 8: Rake & Hoe
day 9: Cut & Glue
day 10: Plan & Party
I am excited about this undertaking for our family and even more excited about sharing this venture with all of you. Enjoy!
~ Katherine
moxii co-owner & interior designer
Join Katherine on her blog as she transitions to fall in 10 days! She provides great tips and ways the entire family can get involved!