Souvenir Shop

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{Aboriginal art c.1950's I found at an antique store on Magazine St.}

One of my favorite things about traveling is finding souvenirs that serve as reminders of trips. I look for special pieces that can be incorporated into my place's decor and not just tucked into drawers; never to be seen. They can be simple (I like collecting matchbooks from great restaurants) or elaborate (like artwork), but either way, I love the eclectic feel they bring to a space. Mardi Gras was such a wonderfully exuberant experience (thank you, Better Than Ezra!) that it was only natural for me to take home a few little treasures. Here are my favorites:

{My Mardi Gras mask that now lives on the gold mirror in my office}

{My Mardi Gras mask that now lives on the gold mirror in my office}

{A perfectly worn bottle that I plan to use as a vase}

{A perfectly worn bottle that I plan to use as a vase}

{Vintage bar ware that will make cocktail hour that much more fun}

{Vintage bar ware that will make cocktail hour that much more fun}

{A set of geode prints (thanks, Raina!) that I can't wait to frame}

{A set of geode prints (thanks, Raina!) that I can't wait to frame}

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