Origami cranes

I think paper cranes are officially becoming a new love of mine. In general I am in awe of all varieties of paper crafts and I’ve grown really fond of the symbolism of love and peace that origami cranes are said to represent in Japanese culture. Particularly fitting given recent events in Japan, don’t you …

It was love at first sight when I caught a glimpse of this gorgeous handcrafted origami tablescape, a collaboration between stylist Lo Bjurulf and Ikea in celebration of the upcoming wedding of the Swedish crown princess. From the neutral color palette to the handmade origami paper flowers and cranes simply arranged in inexpensive white Ikea …