Guest Picks: Myths and Fairytales
— Brandi from Not Your Average Ordinary
Three ancient Greek goddesses chose a common man by the name of Paris to decide which among them was the most beautiful. The winner received a golden apple inscribed with the words "to the fairest." You can have a whole dish to remind you how fair you are.
If you had a magic carpet that flew, where would you let it take you? This beautiful Persian rug is a good place to start dreaming.
Alice was presented with a small bottle with a tag that said "Drink Me." She couldn't have guessed the adventure she would discover when she did. This small corked glass bottle might have been exactly like what Alice found.
Mirror, mirror on the wall, when you look into this mirror, you'll know you have the fairest home of all.
A small basket is a wonderful way to gather eggs or take some food to grandmother's house.
Artists have drawn Pandora's box in a hundred ways, but perhaps it was small, looking as if the sea had tossed it out and into Pandora's hands. This would be a lovely place to store extra hope.
Perhaps if you spend enough time in this wardrobe, you'll find a path to Narnia. In the meantime, it'll store all your winter coats and sweaters with style.
While Arthur is known for pulling a sword out of a stone, the legendary Excalibur was obtained not from the stone but from the Lady of the Lake. This art print would be stunning in a room.
One can't help but be drawn into the modern-day tale of Harry Potter. This poster is the beginning of the story and would be so much fun on a wall, whether it be in a child's room or a family room.
Perhaps if the Three Bears had more bowls, Goldilocks would have been a welcome guest at a breakfast of porridge and fruit. These bowls would be ideal for breakfasts — or any meal.
Athena's symbol was the ever-wise owl. This owl vase combines wisdom and beauty perfectly — just as the Greek goddess did.
Cinderella's tiny friends needed some sort of form to be able to put a dress together for her. These dress forms would be charming art pieces — or a great place to put out clothes for the morning.
Jason had his quest for the Golden Fleece, but your fleece can be found with much more ease. It may not be gold, but this blanket is perfect for adding a touch of warmth to your daily life.
If you look into the skies, the stars will tell you numerous stories from the ancients: stories of Andromeda, Hercules and Europa. Each night this telescope will bring you a new story, while also serving as a statement piece in your home.
The wonderful part about fairytales is that you discover new elements as you get older. They're essential, even if some can be frightening, like those the Grimm brothers wrote.
Hans Christian Anderson wrote some of the most treasured fairytales, and they are still read by children of all ages. This leather-bound book is another to add to your collection.
The Iliad and The Odyssey are two tales that have been sung for centuries. If you're in need of an epic adventure or beautiful addition to your bookshelf, this book is it.
Tales from far off lands and nights hotter than the days — and all in a beautifully designed book. The cover alone is a piece of art.
The Story of King Arthur, the boy who went from a lowly page to the King of England, is one that clings to our memories the moment we first hear it. This volume only adds to the loveliness of the whole leather-bound collection.Next: More books to inspire
Twelve princesses needed their shoes mended each day after spending the previous night dancing them to pieces. These ladders would be a lovely way to display all of your dancing shoes.
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