We’re just beginning 2013 and I’m already excited about the new home décor trends. Based on the home décor trends of last year, I have some predictions of last year’s trends that will continue to gain popularity and emerging trends that may gain ground in 2013. Stay with me this week as I present this year’s décor trends, and discuss the inspiration behind some of them. To start, these are the trends that were seen everywhere last year that I think will continue to be seen: 

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This week I’m taking an in-depth look into the Drawing Room on the set of PBS’s Downton Abbey. Yesterday, I pulled together an authentic antique décor board reflecting the late 1800’s style of the drawing room in Downton Abbey. While beautiful and luxurious, not everyone can afford a room fit for an Earl or Countess. Today, I’ve found furnishings and decorative accents that would suit your inner Earl or Countess without breaking the bank.

• Crystal Chandelier
• Wallpaper
• Lamp
• Tapestry Pillow
• Sofa
• Vecco Rug

Who doesn’t love mohair?  Silky and sophisticated as well as cozy and oh-so-warm this design trend is both fashionable and functional.

Source: Trend Tablet 

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The classic cable lends a cozy comfort to these otherwise hard objects.  This fun trend makes this classic craft more modern and sophisticated.

Source: This is Paper 

In my final installment of discussing Pantone’s Color of the Year, Emerald, I’ve made a mood board that reflects a different side of Emerald: the outdoors. The Northern lights are about as true to the shade as anything else in nature (aside from the gemstone itself!), and are the perfect inspiration for a crisp and cozy feel.

1. Green Slingshot 
2. Frozen Auroral Forest, by Philip Eaglesfield
3. Stanley Vacuum Bottle 
4. Vintage Thermos 
5. Herschel Supply Co. Backpack 
6. Hudson Bay Wool Blanket 
7. Moleskine Notebook 
8. Folding Camp Stool