My childhood could be summed up in just a few words...butterfly net, overalls, and bare feet. I spent my time in the fields near our home collecting bugs, rocks, and leaves. There were not many things I enjoyed more than catching butterflies to inspect up close. My dad told me that you should never touch their wings since they are very delicate and they would not survive. I remember treating them with care and being full of awe. I don't think I am alone in my fascination. Aside from all of the analogies with their transformation, they are absolutely one of Heavenly Fathers most stunning creations.
I have been so happy to see that they are creeping into home decor and becoming even more popular, or dare I say "trendy".
Wallpaper is one of my favorite ways that I am seeing this pop up in homes. A bathroom is a great place to add it. Bathrooms are not too big and so it won't get overwhelming. Plus, it keeps the cost down since wallpaper can be spendy.
Image: My Domaine
After seeing this image I am convinced I need to sit in front of a sunny window surrounded by butterflies!
Image: Harlequin
Shane doesn't know it yet, but I am seriously considering getting these curtains for our bedroom!
Image: Harlequin
I shared this chair on my facebook page awhile back and you guys went nuts for it! I don't think I could do a sofa in this fabric but a chair is perfect.
Image: Timorous Beasties
And I love the graphic nature of this one! I think I could get away with this one in my house since it has bugs on it too :)
Image: Noelle's Chairs
The way I have incorporated butterflies in our house in the past is with prints. I have always just had one print but I am loving the way this space looks with multiple prints.
Image: Curious Details
If you don't want to hang several, one large print can have just as much impact.
Image: Vintage Whites
Or you could create your own by cutting them out of paper.
It doesn't have to be wallpaper or a large gallery wall. It could be as simple as a pillow. I think as the trend picks up that you will be seeing butterflies more and more.
Would you ever add butterflies to your space?
I love all these ideas! I have collected butterfly items for years. Before my mom passed away she collected butterflies and I inherited her entire collection. That started my love for them and it has continued on ever since. That chair is gorgeous!
The chairs - my favorite! Butterflies are going to take the place of owls.
Just a freedom in their beauty. They come to visit my garden during the summer and I just love it.
Plant some zinnias and they'll come visit you too.
I share your live of butterflies! I recently added a butterfly board to my Pinterest account. I have been painting large florals on canvas and plan to include butterflies in some of them.
Our kitchen has butterfly prints, butterfly photos that my husband and I have taken, and even some framed real butterflies. I love their vibrant colors and unique shapes!
If you're ever in the Phoenix-area, you should check out Butterfly Wonderland! We went a few weeks ago and it was amazing. It's a huge atrium, rainforest habitat with thousands of butterflies flying around. They're everywhere and even land on you! After visiting, I'm obsessed with butterflies and want to add a few butterfly prints around the house.
butterflies and hummingbirds are always wonderful reminders of my mother. coming this close to mothers day is a real treat. your blog entries are always a treat and this one is so timely. thank you