When an indoor plant is placed within this decorative planter, the leaves will immediately become part of the sculpture themselves, in the form of hair. As one will see from the image above, any number of hairstyles can be achieved simply by adding different species of plants or flowers. The attractive polka-dot bow on the upper right highlights the femininity of the planter’s design and compliments the exquisite nature of the overall look. What’s more, an accompanying dish, for catching drainage water, is also incorporated into the general theme and is designed to look like the top of the lady’s Victorian-style dress.

Each planter is made individually by an artisan in the state of California. This means each planter is unique whilst still adhering to the general appearance and style as seen here. The planters are completely water safe and will last for a long time with proper care and attention. The placement of plants and flowers in the home will never be the same again with the addition of such a beautiful holder. Any room will be uplifted in both décor and mood with the charmingly beautiful woman with a red heart pendant and floral hair. Her presence will be felt whether the planter is placed on a dining room table, living room shelf, bedroom vanity, or kitchen windowsill.

You can buy it from here: Victorian Lovelies Head Planter – Debutante Version.

The planting cavity is approximately 5″ wide x 3″ deep.

The chess pieces come with the option of an added walnut chess board which provides an elegant and charming battleground on which to fight those bloody battles. The Crusades are frequently a favourite era of history for children and adults alike. Kids love all the costumes and, in the case of boys at least, all the blood and guts associated with the horrific violence that occurred. For adults, the skills of warfare, the tactics and the wider historical consequences are fascinating to say the least. To this day, events which took place many centuries ago still have a bearing on what takes place in parts of the world in the present moment.

The chess set includes all the regular pieces you’ll expect to see in a chess match line-up. The pawns stand proudly with weapons at the ready whilst the rear line includes a pair of rooks in the architectural style of the periods and settings. Also present are a pair of knights in costume applicable to each side, plus a pair of bishops (and the Islamic equivalent). There are also a King and Queen, the Kings quite possibly being King Richard the Lionheart and Saladin. Your imaginations can choose which of the famous leaders each one represents.

A chess set like this with the attractive walnut chess board will make a highly decorative and eye-catching impression on an interior space. Situated in a living room or home library, the chess set can be incorporated into a particular décor scheme or stand alone as a fun and dynamic accessory on which to play out one’s love of history with friends and family.

You can buy the set from here: Crusade Themed Chess Set.

Optional extra: 18″ Walnut Chess Board.

Crossword puzzles are believed to have first been created in England back in the 19th Century. A journalist by the name of Arthur Wynne from the port city of Liverpool created the first brain teaser for wide public enjoyment and this appeared in a newspaper on December 21, 1913. At first the puzzles contained no black squares and looked unfamiliar to today’s versions but soon designs changed and so did the popularity of the crossword puzzle. By the 1930s, puzzles were appearing nationwide and indeed, in publications across the world.

This square word puzzle wall clock will make an excellent decorative and functional addition for a crossword lover. It will be a reminder of a much loved pastime hobby and will bring some humor into the home when visiting friends and family come visiting. It can be placed on a kitchen wall to make sure the kids are on time for school or alternatively in a home library, study or bedroom. If you like solving puzzles whilst in the bathroom, then it will look great in that particular interior as well.

You can buy this unique clock from here: Crossword Puzzle Wall Clock.

Made from powder coated metal.

In Greek mythology, Narcissus was a handsome young hunter known for his outstanding good looks. He was also very arrogant and proud, and disdained the people who loved him the most. Surprisingly, Narcissus had never seen his own reflection and knew only of his fine features from those around him. One day, Nemesis, the goddess of revenge, led the youth to a pool whereupon he saw his reflection for the first time. He fell in love with his reflection and was unable to leave, thereby dying beside the waters.

Countless artists, writers and poets have portrayed the story of Narcissus which was brought to life in the epic Latin narrative poems ‘Metamorphoses’ by the Roman poet Ovid. This pair of Narcissus-like statue bookends will make a great addition to a bookshelf where classical literature is stored and appreciated. People familiar with the story will know immediately the connection between the books on the shelves and the statues gazing into the mirrors.

Regardless of what books you have however, the mirrored bookends provide a functional and attractive feature to book displays. Both have been given antiqued appearances which will match well with a wide variety of different décor schemes. The meaning behind the figures looking into the mirrors can also be described as that of humanity looking upon itself through the words that writers have passed on to us for many hundreds, and indeed thousands, of years.

You can buy the pair from here: Antiqued Mirror Bookend Statues.

Designer: Matthew Williams.

Both festivals are connected with light in some form or another. The winter darkness is enlivened with illuminated decorations and rich food is enjoyed. Hanukkah (or Chanukah) is a holiday commemorating the rededication of the Holy Temple in Jerusalem. On each night of Hanukkah, a candle is lit on a nine-branched Menorah. In North America, the festival gained in significance during the 20th Century as a way for Jewish families to hold a Jewish alternative to Christmas which usually takes place around the same time. The star is the symbol of Jewish identity and Judaism.

Christmas, of course, is a lot more familiar to most Americans and Europeans. It is the commemoration of the birth of Jesus Christ, the central figure of Christianity. The most famous star in the Christian narrative is the Star of Bethlehem which revealed the birth of Jesus to the magi (wise men). One of the most familiar Christmas carols, We Three Kings, contains lyrics about the “star of wonder, star of light”. The star can be seen in most nativity designs and art works across the world.

The 21st Century is seeing more and more mixed faith relationships and marriages. Children are being introduced to two faiths and cultures at the same time and so decorations and interior décor arrangements are increasingly being catered for such occurrences. This silver Christmas tree star, which might also be called a Hanukkah tree star, is an ideal decorative ornament for a household with one Jewish parent/spouse and one Christian parent/spouse.

You can buy the tree ornament from here: 2011 Hanukkah Christmas Interfaith Tree Ornament.

Size: 6 inches in diameter.

If you are anything like me, maps will be an important part of your life. For as long as I can remember I’ve had a fascination with maps and all things related to them. The long winding rivers, arching mountain ranges, vast seas and the countless cities, towns and villages that make up the average map held my interest for countless hours when a child. Now in adulthood, the image of a world map, atlas or globe sends my heart beating a little bit faster and it’s all I can do to stop myself from purchasing a map related book, poster or decorative item each and every time I see one.

You’re bound to know someone like me with an interest in maps and cartography (map-making). If you or someone you knows is map-mad then this map of the world silhouette pillow cushion will make an excellent addition to their home. The land masses are in black whilst the seas are left white. Black and white soft furnishings can blend in well with numerous styles of furniture and décor schemes. The pillow can take a prime position in a living room or, maybe better still, in a bedroom or study area, especially for someone with a career connected to maps and travel.

You can buy the pillow cushion from here: World Map Pillow in Black by Ferm Living.

Material: cotton/linen (down filling).

The vase is made from spun bamboo and has been given a decorative lacquer finish which gives it a beautiful shine. Available in gold leaf (as pictured above) or in red (as pictured below), the shimmering round table vase will make an excellent feature in a living room, dining room, hallway or bedroom. It can be placed on a table or alternatively, on the floor. Either way, its shine and eye-catching appeal will make it a notable accessory to whichever interior setting it is placed within.

One drawback is that bamboo vases in general, including this one, cannot directly hold water. There’s a very simple solution however and that is to place a small glass or plastic container within and fill that with water should you desire to place live flowers and plants inside. Different options would include using the round vase purely for dried flowers and branches or for faux-plants which are becoming ever more realistic and visually appealing.

12″ Silver Leaf Round Table Vase – $64.95
Retail Price: $74.95
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from: Oriental-Decor New York,LLC

The shiny nature of this round Chinese vase, owing to the lustrous lacquer finish, means it will catch the light wonderfully and result in a warm glowing decorative object to really uplift any type of room.

The pillows are the creation of a Chicago native named Justin who makes and sells these social media pillow cushions on Etsy. The design entrepreneur makes each pillow individually with his team of … hmm, err, elves … and sells them to interested buyers worldwide. Looking at his sales statistics, it’s easy to see his creations are extremely popular and his delivery efficiency next to perfect. The pillow cushions are definitely for trendy geeks and will make excellent gifts for people you know who might be obsessed with social networking in one form or another.

The designs include icons from Twitter, Facebook, Google, Gmail, Chrome, Android, Tumblr, ID5 and Reddit. There are also icons representing phones, messages, email, blank profile images and icons associated with the iPod. Each one is clean-cut, bold and easy to distinguish. Placed on a shelf, bed, sofa or floor of a teenager’s bedroom, an internet marketer’s office, a WAHM’s (work at home Mom) living room or a silver surfer’s (code for elderly internet user) kitchen, these pillows will add some decorative humour to that particular setting. What’s more, visiting guests will know to ask for a friend request.

View them all here: Craftsquatch Social Media Pillows.

The Terracotta Army was discovered by accident in 1974 when a group of farmers were digging a well. Archaeologists, historians and scientific researchers have since studied the site and worked out why, how and when the terracotta statues were made. The life-size figurines were constructed in order to protect the emperor in the afterlife and are known technically as funerary art. It is estimated work began on the army around 246 BC and each figure was made individually in workshops by labourers and local craftsmen. Individual facial features were added so as to make each soldier unique from the next.

This beautifully made chess set might not be as old or as significantly impressive as the astonishing as the terracotta warriors found in the Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor. However, each chess piece is beautifully made and is a near exact replica of the famous warriors. For any chess fanatic with an interest in Chinese history, this chess set will make an excellent gift or addition to an interior. The colourful pieces will enhance any setting, in particular a home study, library or office where a certain intellectual ambiance and culturally significant décor is required. Each piece has a satisfying feel and will make chess matches all the more entertaining.

Terracotta Warrior Chess Set – $89.95
Retail Price: $99.95
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from: Oriental-Decor New York,LLC

A tree of life is symbolic in a wide range of religions, cultures and societies, and is even mentioned in the Bible, most notably in the Books of Genesis and Revelation. In the Book of Proverbs the tree of life is associated with wisdom whilst in the Book of Enoch, it states that in the time of the great judgment God will give all those whose names are in the Book of Life fruit to eat from the Tree of Life. The tree can also be seen in the cultures of Ancient Egypt, Assyria, China, Western Europe, India, Turkey, South America, Japan, Ancient Greece and even amongst the Native American Iroquois.

Whatever your cultural background and whatever religion you ascribe to, a tree of life philosophy will likely be a part of your heritage, whether distant or near. This beautifully intricate tree of life photo frame sculpture will add decorative appeal to a bedroom, living room or dining room interior and will, in particular make a great gift idea for parents or grandparents. Fill each of the four picture frames with a photo of a relative or loved one and watch the ambiance of the interior lighten and become more cheerful. There’s no better decorative accent that a room can have than that of an image of a loved relative or spouse.

You can buy this free-standing sculpture from here: Family Photo Frames Within a Standing Metal Tree Sculpture

Holds 1.5 x 2.5 (2 x 3) photos.