How exactly do you create a vignette and what the heck is it? A vignette is a grouping of things typically on a table or coffee table.
I like to start with objects that have some connection, but I don’t want them all the same. Here I have a collection of plants. Let’s see what’s here.
What I want you to note is that there are varying heights. Also note that nothing is too small. You want to use items that are a good size. Small items usually don’t work very well. The white tablecloth allows you to really see everything. Without the tablecloth the items on the table might blend into the table. There is one surprise element that has nothing to do with plants and that is the pitcher.
Below I had a small space to work with. I added an eagle finial, a brass frame, a boxwood ball, and a little piece of artwork.
Next I used a tray to corral the items in my vignette. I used only 3 things, but the number doesn’t really matter. I would say 3 is the minimum, and you can go up from there.
Below I used 3 things again, on the side table for a very simple look. When you use interesting items, you don’t need much.
When you have a wall nearby, it’s easy to add artwork or a mirror, by simply leaning it against the wall. The candlesticks were the same height, so I used a few books to elevate one of the candlesticks. This gives them different heights.
You can also use a crate to hold everything.
Again a tray works well to define the vignette. The theme below is painting with brushes and stir sticks.
The theme below is pitchers and enamelware. Note the varying heights.
Below I used things that are smaller than I normally work with, but they still work well when used with a tray.
Fresh flowers are always nice for a grouping.
Here’s a vignette from my bathroom. Why not add one in here? Below I used the color lavender to tie everything together.
Once again the magic number is 3. I love these short squat pitchers. I did some research and found out they were for filling the bathtub with water.
You can find out more about vignettes in the podcast show notes HERE.
I don’t have very many rules. I play around until it looks good. Remember to walk away if you are stuck and come back later. Try a few different options and take photos. That will help you to figure out what is working and what isn’t. And if you want, please send us a photo of your vignette! We’re going to feature some of them. Email us at decoratingtipsandtricks@gmail.com
I like the way you include life with flower or plant Lite with the candle for lite. and object of interest
What great ideas! I definitely will use your suggestions!!
Love these ideas.
I like your the way you use different sizes of pitchers in your vignettes.
I LOVE bell jars and plants. Your vignettes are lovely.
I’m excited to try your suggestions with my milk glass pieces, tea pots and cups!
I love your style! You include such interesting items in your vignettes!
I can’t remember which one of the three of you recommended a boxwood plant for the house but I ran out and added one to my front room/office. I am now thinking of adding a fiddle leaf fig and making the room like a sitting room with live plants. It gets the morning sun and is great for plants.
Great ideas and very interesting! Thanks!
What is the name and type of countertop material you used in the kitchen? Also what finish do you have on the cabinet hardware? Your vignettes are lovely.
Thanks
Patty, I think it’s all in here. https://cedarhillfarmhouse.com/2015/07/what-color-is-that-wall-and-more-questions-answered.html
This is beautiful!
You always have beautiful vignettes, thanks for sharing.
Always interestings tips & tricks!
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Pitchers and cloches are some of my favorite things…
Thanks for showing us how. It looks so simple when you’re looking at one someone else has done. When I try to do it things don’t look right.
Vignettes are so much fun to put together and can be just enough to give a room a seasonal theme without going overbroad. I always try to use flowers in a white stoneware pitcher in my kitchen vignette and go from there. Love your ideas.
All of the vignettes are beautiful! Love your style!
Great tips and even lovelier vignettes. Thanks so much for sharing, Cynthia
So many pretty things to see! I love every bit of it. Thanks for giving instructions.
I love pitchers too. You have great ideas.
I agree that sometimes you have to walk away and come back when doing vignettes if they just aren’t working. Thanks for the tips!
Great tips, thank you for sharing at #HomeMattersParty