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HOLIDAY 2017
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reaths have a long history of symbolizing new
growth, unity, and everlasting life. Without
a single word, this beautiful decoration
speaks volumes. Whether traditionally fashioned from
winter foliage, ribbons, iced cones, and berries or totally
personalized with a favorite theme or design, this holiday
decoration welcomes friends, old and new, to your home. Four
local style makers show us imaginative and inspirational
ideas that are sure to deliver the season's festive spirit of
community straight to your door.
LOCAL STYLE MAKERS SHOW US HOW
REVAMP
your
WREATH
by katy danos | Photos by joshua brasted
Cynthia Kolls is known for her whimsical and colorful artwork that is
inspired by the joie de vivre so prominently on display in New Orleans.
She cut her wreath design from MDF fiberboard, then sanded and
primed it for a celebration of shotgun houses which she painted with
enthusiastic detail. A close-knit neighborhood of houses completes this
custom piece.
cynthia kolls | artist
W
hile they may
share lofty
haint blue
porch ceilings and tall slat
shutters, each home has
a different holiday style.
Even so, I imagine these
neighbors come together to
celebrate the season
-CYNTHIA KOLLS