Prepare to be wowed! I had the pleasure of getting an early, sneak-peek tour of the Kips Bay Palm Beach Show House and it is over the top amazing! 23 designers unleashed their creativity and the results are stunning. From the tiny “Gimme a Break” room that’s better than any She Shed, to the “Peony... The post Eclectic Home Tour – Kips Bay Palm Beach Show House appeared first on Kelly Elko ..read more

Have you heard of capybaras? Have you ever wondered what a sloths ears look like (I was so surprised!)? I’m taking you on a tour of an incredible animal sanctuary in Florida that is home to over 100 exotic animals. Here, you will meet a capybara and pet a sloth! I took my family for... The post Meet a Capybara and Pet a Sloth! appeared first on Kelly Elko ..read more

Who among us couldn’t use some self improvement? I know I surely can and I’m going to start out 2024 trying these 7 New Year Challenges to Change Your Life! No need to do them all, just choose the ones that appeal to you and that you think will help you live a better life.... The post 7 New Year Challenges to Change Your Life appeared first on Kelly Elko ..read more

If you have a weakness for vintage, colorful, Shiny Brite ornaments, then you are going to love these Shiny Brite Christmas trees that are DRIPPING with the most stunning ornaments. 1,400 Shiny Brite Ornament Tree No branch was neglected during the trimming of this tree that has over 1,400 Shiny Brites dangling from its branches!... The post The Most Stunning Shiny Brite Christmas Trees appeared first on Kelly Elko ..read more

No tree is complete without a tree topper. They come in all sizes and shapes and materials but my favorites are the mercury glass vintage Christmas tree toppers, or finials as they are also called. I’m sharing the most creative ways to display these beauties that may inspire you to start your own collection. Wire... The post Vintage Christmas Tree Toppers appeared first on Kelly Elko ..read more

Bows on Christmas trees are trending and I’m here for it! Think old-fashioned Christmas, Little Women inspired and very feminine. I’m talking about delicate ribbons tied up into pretty bows hanging from branch tips. Not to mention that using ribbon is a more cost effective alternative to ornaments and garland. It’s easy to personalize a... The post Ribbon Bow Trees – The Hottest Christmas Trend appeared first on Kelly Elko ..read more

I’ve been collecting vintage ceramic Christmas trees for a couple of years and love them. These whimsical trees are the centerpiece of my Christmas table this year and I’m thrilled to share my dining room all decked out for St. Nick. Watch this short video tour of my dining room decked out for Christmas …... The post Vintage Ceramic Christmas Trees appeared first on Kelly Elko ..read more

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! It’s time to unveil my Christmas mantel in all it’s retro, whimsical, colorful, fun, shiny, bright, disco glory! See how I decked my mantel with dozens of disco balls, mixed in some vintage Shiny Brites, added a few little wooden houses and ceramic trees to create a... The post 2023 Christmas Mantel – Disco the Night Away! appeared first on Kelly Elko ..read more

Christmas disco ball decorating ideas including the cutest DIY disco ball wreath, disco snowmen, disco trees and more! The post A Very Disco Christmas! appeared first on Kelly Elko ..read more

Longer, sunnier, warmer days call for celebration so I’m sharing my tips on how to decorate for spring. Welcome to my eclectic, colorful, vintage spring home tour where I’m mixing vintage and new, color and collections, plants and pattern, to inspire you to surround yourself with what you love. So if you’re wondering how to […] The post Eclectic, Colorful, Vintage Spring Home Tour! appeared first on Kelly Elko ..read more