Nesting: A Touch of Whimsy

As I cultivate a living space to (hopefully) exude warmth and comfort, I think it goes a long way to incorporate an element of whimsy into a room. This doesn't mean dust-catching clutter (unless that is what you're into, of course), but a quirky moment among otherwise elegant pieces is like a little treat, a nestled away treasure just waiting for someone to notice and smile.

Check out that sassy lil' owl on the right!
Photo: apartmenttherapy.com 

For example, I keep my desk maintained (decor-wise) as though it is simply another piece of furniture. (Granted, I sort of have to given that it's in the dining room of my apartment. But still.) There are your usual workspace accouterments: laptop, pen cup (I use a repurposed Archipelago candle box), herringbone note pad, stapler, etc., as well as proper desk adornments, like a framed photo and a vase holding the dried bouquet from my mother's wedding. And in the midst of all that coordinated, mostly-practical stuff...

Oh yeah. That's a Peep. This little guy was a gift from my brother, and every time I spot this yellow mug peeking out between the shelves, I can't help but grin. And perhaps say, "Hi, Peep!" Maybe.

For this reason, I've been creating vignettes throughout the apartment that feature a scrappy little nod to an inside joke or a sweet something that makes me smile. I've long been a fan of well-designed vignettes, and while it will be a bit still before I have a proper home in which to let loose, I will continue to collect curious treasures to one day hide among the nooks.

Are there any whimsical pieces in your home (or on your wish list) that you simply adore?

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