WELCOME to Nest by Tamara

WELCOME to Nest by Tamara
Tamara Matthews-Stephenson is the creative talent behind Nest by Tamara, a captivating journal dedicated to interior design, history and lifestyle inspiration. With a passion for design and a keen eye for aesthetics, she shares her expertise and insights. Tamara has established herself as a prominent figure in the world of interior design and her design philosophy is rooted in the idea that a well-designed home can elevate the quality of life, combining beauty with functional everyday living. Her blog is a testament to her dedication to helping readers achieve this balance. Beyond her writing, She is also an accomplished interior designer who is known for her talent blending diverse styles which has earned her a loyal following and recognition within the interior design industry. She has worked on a wide range of projects- from luxurious urban homes to cozy beach houses. Additionally, she is the Creative Director and Owner of root cellar designs, LLC, an artisan line of textile and wallpaper sold exclusively to the design industry. She designs and manufactures her wares in the United States and sells her line through trade showrooms around the country. Connect with Tamara Matthews Stephenson through email at rootcellardesings@gmail.com and at nestnestnest.blogspot.com for weekly stories, or through her fabric and wallpaper designs at rootcellardesigns.com and embark on a journey to transform your living spaces.
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Countdown to Christmas - Day 11 Add some Candy Cane Amaryllis to your holiday table for a festive touch

My favorite holiday flower: 
Candy Cane Amaryllis
 a festive flower to add sparkle to your table


my flower arrangement finalized the details on my table -- I made these crafty little boxes of paper poinsettia filled with chocolates.

 You all know how much I love to shop the wholesale flower market, especially during the holiday season.  If you live in an urban area, chances your flower market has lots of choices.  However, for you suburban and rural dwellers, there are great choices as well, and ironically, I recently stopped into a Home Depot in Long Island and was surprised at the variety of flowers and foliage offered up and at reasonable prices too.  When choosing my holiday flowers I look for something festive, unusual and I think of longevity and choose wisely because I'd it to last as long as possible.  I know Poinsettas are associated with the season but I like something a bit richer...

 I contemplated potted peppers and oranges, which feel festive
when put in unusual pots
 ruby red poinsettas are quintessentially Christmas to me
I'm awed by the hot pink peonies in December!

What stole my attention were these Candy Cane Amaryllis I picked up and arranged with roses and sprigs of berries to create a  pretty, colorful table centerpiece
Happy Nesting
XO Tamara 
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Visit to the trade Root Cellar Designs textiles