Friday 19 November 2010

Black & Spiro Christmas














Here is our Christmas display at Black & Spiro which we installed today. I collaborated with talented Brisbane artist Sue-Ching Lascelles to create this installation. Sue made all of the amazing animals and wreath and screen in a mixture of paper and fabric....she is very, very clever!! We conceptualized the design with Mexican otomi textile as our inspiration. Unfortunately these photos aren't great so if you are in Brisbane, make sure you pop in for a visit. We'd love to see you...
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67 comments:

  1. posie blogs Jennie McClelland19 November 2010 at 19:02

    The colours, oh the COLOURS!! Just loving them, gorgeous, brilliant, beautiful, love Posie

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  2. Concrete Jungle19 November 2010 at 19:04

    Colours to die for! SO HOT!!!!!!
    I love that table in the window!

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  3. Louise (Table Tonic)19 November 2010 at 19:07

    Oh, Anna - I'm practically having a seizure!!!!!!
    Nobody does rainbow bright like you do.
    NOBODY!

    xxx
    Lou

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  4. Emma19 November 2010 at 19:08

    That is just magical and perfect for an Australian Christmas!

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  5. Will @ Bright.Bazaar19 November 2010 at 19:13

    The coloured animals you and Sue-Ching made are so creative and interesting to look at. Great window, Anna!

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  6. Heidi19 November 2010 at 19:16

    Wow! What stunning displays - I just love the colour, I only wish I were in Brisbane to see it in person. So much more of an Australian-style Christmas to use colour as you have.

    I am finally getting a Christmas tree this year (after many years of not having one as we usually travel interstate for family Christmases) and I have found some blown glass ornaments that are birds, butterflies and insects. I thought it would be slightly more appropriate than snowmen/ snowflakes.

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  7. Unknown19 November 2010 at 19:39

    All I can say is WOW!
    Jxx

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  8. jonalynn19 November 2010 at 19:58

    Now those are my kind of Christmas decorations. So pretty!

    www.turnuptherad.blogspot.com

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  9. petals and vintage19 November 2010 at 20:13

    Wow! These displays are absolutely spectacular. Bright and colourful and so very different. Just love them!

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  10. pve design19 November 2010 at 20:26

    I think I am having a heart attack and need to fly down to your shop for my health. Really, I am short of breath, what an amazing infusion of pattern, color and creativity! Gasp....love it....gasp.
    That trellis is WOW!
    pve

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  11. Petra Kern, handpainted design19 November 2010 at 20:47

    Wauuu, this looks stunning! What a colorful Christmas :)!!! Totally different and so appealing ...

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  12. leanne19 November 2010 at 21:05

    A-mazing, so colourful and fun. I wish i could come and see it in person!

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  13. Mahala19 November 2010 at 21:50

    Anna, your color sense is just "off the charts" amazing! The Christmas display is delicious. I can't believe that anyone passing your shop wouldn't want to stop in for a look at the beauty and originality that exist within your walls.

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  14. Unknown19 November 2010 at 22:20

    Dying and would give my left arm to see your store in person. The colours and tree/animal installation are totally inspiring. Thanks for starting my Friday with so much joy!

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  15. LiveLikeYou19 November 2010 at 23:00

    This is amazing!! What is it like celebrating Christmas during summer months? Always wondered...

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  16. Sofia19 November 2010 at 23:14

    Absolutely beautiful!

    Sofia

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  17. felicity19 November 2010 at 23:15

    Ah Anna, there is sheer joy in this display - I love it and OH my goodness wheres your trademark pink background gone on the blog!!?

    Hugs and smiles

    FXOXO

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  18. Katie19 November 2010 at 23:16

    I love your color choices, of course not just in this post but this one is even more special!! Merry Christmas:)

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  19. cassandra19 November 2010 at 23:17

    anna, i LOVE this!!! so lovely to see an artist collaboration in your shop. we have those reindeer at anthropologie this year and they kill me, they're so fabulous. but that tree - WOW. i wish i could see it in person! yay for christmas!

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  20. Modern Country Lady20 November 2010 at 00:32

    WHAT A FANTASTIC DISPLAY !!!!!!!I absolutely adore it- - love the colours- how inventive and inspiring- o, such a shame you live so far away on the other side of the world !!!!

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  21. designchic20 November 2010 at 00:37

    Oh my gosh, Anna, I'm obsessed!! This tree is beyond fabulous~

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  22. vicki archer20 November 2010 at 04:05

    SO gorgeous Anna.....xv

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  23. Travel With Lulu20 November 2010 at 04:33

    Love love all the colors {sigh}. How I wish I could pop over and visit the store myself :)

    Have a great weekend

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  24. jlonit20 November 2010 at 06:20

    The green lamps in the window are beautiful. I might have to look for a cheap day flight to Brisbane.

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  25. Carissa @ the Fabulous Design File20 November 2010 at 06:44

    Absolutely stunning!!!

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  26. Unknown20 November 2010 at 07:21

    So purdy, I want that blue table!

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  27. melifaif20 November 2010 at 08:00

    Oh, how I would LOVE to see all of that gorgeousness in person too! Oh, the colors....they are slaying me...I adore it so!

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  28. jj de sousa
    Digs Inside & Out
    www.digs-pdx.com    20 November 2010 at 09:42

    DEAR GOD! You have such amazing style......I do follow your blog religiously......

    The colors are knocking me out!

    Thanks so much for this post - truly inspirational!!!!!

    Happy Holidays!!

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  29. the old boathouse20 November 2010 at 16:01

    Looking wonderful as always. Popped in only a week or so ago and was loving your Peacock chair revamp...so much inspiration, cheers Katherine

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  30. Michelle {Jarrah Jungle}20 November 2010 at 16:48

    Thanks for the inspiration in plenty of time before Christmas, looks like hot pink and lime green will be the feature colours for an Aussie Christmas this year.

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  31. catherine shields20 November 2010 at 18:18

    Hi Anna, How amazingly creative! Sorry I missed it in real life. Catherine

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  32. Thomas Folke Andersen20 November 2010 at 19:03

    Take it from someone who has operated retail stores for 10 years (though now it's soon over) this is a stunning window display!

    From a photographers perspective - awesome colours!

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  33. Naomi (live breathe decor)20 November 2010 at 19:29

    Hi Anna,
    I love your look new window display! Such a great idea for celebrating a summer Christmas!
    I am a long-time devotee of your blog and have set one up of my own -I would love for you to visit sometime: livebreathedecor.com
    Loving your work! Naomi

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  34. Anne21 November 2010 at 03:03

    its chilly, rainy, and dark outside, but i am feeling warmed by your gorgeous displays!

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  35. Vanya Wilkinson21 November 2010 at 11:22

    the shop is an explosion of colour and fabulousness, well done Anna!

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  36. Georgy21 November 2010 at 18:16

    What colour, love it. The last photo is fantastic, amazing combination. Makes me smile! G

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  37. Cornflakes and Honey21 November 2010 at 20:00

    Gorgeous Anna. I can't wait to visit your and Simone's (Beach Vintage) shops when I'm back in Brisbane in the new year!

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  38. Unknown21 November 2010 at 20:14

    Love the Christmas tree.

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  39. Unknown21 November 2010 at 20:16

    I loved the Christmas Tree

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  40. Ness Lockyer21 November 2010 at 20:49

    Always is a treat to see what you do at Christmas time Anna. Your windows are always traffic stoppers! =0)
    Ness xx

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  41. Ann21 November 2010 at 22:13

    So colorful... that's a cool one and with animals too.

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  42. *Chic Provence*22 November 2010 at 01:23

    Stunning and inspiring! Love the teepee... seems to be a trend! see my post about Dining by Design today, there is also a teepee..

    Wish I were in Brisbane and could visit in person!

    xoxo

    Kit

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  43. Luciane at HomeBunch.com22 November 2010 at 02:32

    Oh, Anna!

    This is like walking on a rainbow!


    xo

    Luciane at HomeBunch.com

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  44. mode.22 November 2010 at 03:09

    wow! just found your blog, very cute. love all these bright colors! people in america can be so color-phobic in design.
    <3mode
    http://modestylist.blogspot.com

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  45. onlythenameshavebeenchanged22 November 2010 at 03:46

    That is completely beautiful x

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  46. Roxanne22 November 2010 at 04:38

    Gorgeous

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  47. Unknown22 November 2010 at 08:21

    Just to die for! So Australian! Bright, artistic, eye candy! You will have people flying in from all over the world to see your shop! Thanks for posting.

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  48. Casa Très Chic22 November 2010 at 09:21

    I must agree, the colors are to die for! Very creative, look at that tree. Love this post.
    Have a nice week.
    Tereza

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  49. Kelly Green22 November 2010 at 11:56

    Anna, only you could to do something so amazing and beautiful and clever and colourful! What a stunning display.......wish i could see it in person! KG X

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  50. Margaret22 November 2010 at 13:32

    I miss the pink background but I guess you're tired of it and need a change. If you take a poll, I vote "color". Thank you, Anna, for all your hard work.

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  51. Anonymous22 November 2010 at 14:25

    you have done it again, wow! looks amazing x

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  52. iheartart22 November 2010 at 20:25

    Good Lord you girls are clever. I so wished I lived in Brissy simply to be able to marvel at the wondrous Black & Spiro window displays. David Jones has nothing on you girls!

    Katie

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  53. A Flair for Vintage Decor22 November 2010 at 21:44

    Those colors are amazing...and love the tree and animals created by the fabrics!! So creative and colorful! Take care, Caroline

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  54. Irene23 November 2010 at 07:53

    Unique! Brava!

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  55. Mage23 November 2010 at 13:27

    The reindeer is soo cute and the chair cover too! All styles are jammed with lively colors to shove away dullness its wonderful.

    aion account

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  56. Claudia Lane24 November 2010 at 13:15

    Just love the colour Anna! It's fantastic, joyful, clever, interesting, magic, inspirational, incredible...just pure genius! :))

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  57. Anonymous25 November 2010 at 05:21

    omg Anna, this is gorgeous! I adore the colors, I want my Christmas tree to look exactly like this one!

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  58. Unknown25 November 2010 at 22:13

    These colors get me up and running in this country of miserable weather, Holland. Ive also got a brilliant idea for my windows screens. Thank you !!! Love your blog !!! You`re a star !!!

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  59. Mélanie A.26 November 2010 at 05:21

    your christmas tree is divine

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  60. permanent magenta27 November 2010 at 23:30

    GORGEOUS!

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  61. Karena28 November 2010 at 15:20

    Anna,

    Fun light bright and oh so inspiring!!

    xoxo
    Karena
    Art by Karena

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  62. Carrie Waller Watercolors28 November 2010 at 18:25

    Absolutely Amazing!!!! I mean how fabulous is that. You've inspired me to do a version of that tree for my boys room as their Christmas tree.

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  63. Kate Dickerson28 November 2010 at 22:06

    This is just so much fun - every shot more colorful than the last! Wish I lived nearby, so I could see it in person. Happy holidays!

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  64. Jane Ann Simon28 November 2010 at 23:47

    This is so happy. I just love it!

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  65. Chrissy Foreman C30 November 2010 at 09:37

    Absolutely beautiful! The patterns, colours and fabrics are simply divine!

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  66. Suzanne6 December 2010 at 02:58

    So imaginative a real puish of superb mix of colour, love it.

    decogirlmontreal

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  67. Unknown26 February 2011 at 22:14

    still haven`t made my window screens :( just staring at these photos afraid of committing a disaster. Greetings !!

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