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LOCAL STYLE MAKERS SHOW US HOW REVAMP your WREATH by katy danos | Photos by joshua brasted

W 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.

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

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ADORE • HOLIDAY 2017