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5 Holiday Gifts to Enhance Any Space


It’s that time of year again! Do you have all your gifts figured out? As someone who starts planning for the holidays in September, I can’t keep the gifts I’m giving a secret any longer. So, with a few tweaks, tips and tidbits from Teri, I'm sharing them with you!

These ideas are guaranteed to enhance any space. Just don’t tell our friends and family!

  1. Framed art: One of our favorite pieces from a client’s home are these National Park posters. But even napkin sketches or fall leaves collected on a hike can be framed and make a memory of an “ordinary” moment. Try making a set of four or six!


  1. A shelving makeover: The days just after Christmas are a perfect time to get organized and prepare for the year ahead. Offering to re-style a friend or family members’ bookshelves is a timely (not to mention affordable!) gift even if you aren’t a pro stylist! Tag #nafasiinteriors on Instagram when you’re done!

  1. For the ultimate host or hostess!!: Did you miss the announcement? We recently launched hide placemat sets and we’re excited to say they’re available for this year’s holiday season! They look great with these ReWined candles.


  1. Other local artist gems: DC is full of creatives! We’re in love with these clutches from PrintedWild and Matine’s holiday lookbook. Check out jewelry from Kicheko Goods, where your purchase also contributes to education. And, if you want to go over the top, pull it all together in a vanity with this Petal Pusher wallpaper by Kate Zaremba.

  1. A consultation with NAFASI: Do you know someone who needs new life in their space? Or, who’s been asking for suggestions for improving their home? Let your friends know about NAFASI! We have a variety of packages online that vary from a Single Consultation, to The Kit- a “Do-It-Yourself” structure to any home project, to project NAFASI- start to finish management of your project by NAFASI. 

    With love and talk soon,
    Frances 

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