Someone pointed that I had been remiss in my Halloween posts this year, especially compared to last -- who could forget Steam Pumpkin -- but I did stumble across a lovely set of Gothic Victorian Party Decor on MyHomeIdeas.
I can't get enough of red velvet curtains -- but tying them back with a noose is innovative...
Modify portraits with lace masks, decorate old spools with black lace for candleholders, use tarnished silver for a bouquet...
The best use of apothecary jars I've seen -- to hold creepy crawlies...
Many more photos and how-tos here.
I believe that Steampunk is more than just brass and watchparts. It's finding a way to combine the past and the future in an aesthetic pleasing yet still punkish way. It's living a life that looks old-fashioned, yet speaks to the future. It's taking the detritus of our modern technological society and remaking it into useful things. Join me as I search for items for my house that combine the scientific romanticism of the Victorians with our real present and imagined future.
Friday, October 31, 2008
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That is great! While Victorian architecture and decor lends itself beautifully to a Halloween theme, some of the ideas featured could work in more modern settings.
I especially love the apothecary jars with the animals displayed.
Gorgeous! Hope you don't mind, I shared you on Pinterest. Love the blog!
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