Tips Of The Trade : Bringing Outdoors In With Bohemian Justina Blakeney Of The Jungalow
You know her as the vibrantly bohemian design maven behind The Jungalow – the blog and design studio dedicated to celebrating all things “jungalicious” in and out of the home. As a blogger, Justina Blakeney has cultivated a following of millions on her Pinterest account alone, which acts as a lifestyle mecca for readers inspired by her signature boho-tanical style and décor. Now a published author, artist, designer, creative consultant and EBTH shopper, Justina’s globally-influenced aesthetic continues to influence an audience who seek to bring their interior to life with the wildness of the outdoors. In this installment of Tips of the Trade, Justina generously shows us the Jungalow ropes and shares her tips for blurring the lines between indoors and out.
1. Plant foliage in surprising places.
Adding green to unexpected places can make a big impact. I love sneaking plants into little drawers or unusual vessels. One place I’m really loving adding greenery these days is my kitchen! I have herbs growing in terracotta planters all around, but I also have succulents like String-of-Pearls dangling down from the kitchen shelves. It’s so vibrant and fun!
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Vintage Cast Aluminum Traffic Signal Light, Mid-20th Century
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Italian 14K Ring
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Jack Meanwell Abstract Modern Oil Painting, 2000
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Robert Riddle Baker Acrylic Landscape Painting "Tree Shadows," 2024
2. Go green with leafy art, botanical prints and tropical patterns.
Bringing in plants can make any room feel like a tropical (or desert) escape, but if you don’t have the right conditions for plants to stay happy, cut leaves in a vase, or even botanical art or leaf-print textiles and wall coverings, can add a lot of life to a room.
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Neoclassical Wall Mirror, Mid to Late 20th Century
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A. Grossman Oil Painting With Lemur and Peacock, 21st Century
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Judith Leiber Karung Snakeskin Gemstone Clasp Evening Bag
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Pair of Contemporary French Style Acrylic Stools
3. When it comes to materials, seek organic.
I love natural materials: teak, live-edge and reclaimed wood, rattan, jute, hemp, recycled glass… and I like to contrast those natural materials with hand-woven textiles and bright accents. Also, I love anything with a colorful tassel!
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Charm Furs Chocolate Brown Rabbit Fur Vest with Raccoon Fur Trim
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Modernist Style Silver-Painted Metal Flat Bar Lounge Chair, Manner of Baughman
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M. Andes Rural Landscape Oil Painting
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Mike Ditka Signed Chicago Bears Football Jersey, PSA/DNA
4. Indoor and outdoor furniture can cohabitate beautifully.
Rattan furniture especially makes the transition from outside to inside very smooth and is a great way to add some laid-back vibes to a room. Plus, if you’re having an outdoor party, you don’t have to worry about bringing some of the ‘indoor’ furniture back outside for the day.
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Expressionist Landscape Oil Painting Diptych
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Frame Black Nylon Snap-Front Jacket
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Achillo “Achi” Sullo Abstract Ink Drawing, Mid-Late 20th Century
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José M. Lima Floral Still Life Oil Painting, 2024
5. Multitask with textile tactics.
Textiles are a great way to incorporate color, pattern, and texture. Whether it’s from your world travels, a local flea market, or sites like EBTH, textiles are easy to carry and store; they come in handy for a million different purposes, from covering a sofa to creating an instant wall hanging, and they’re always a great inspiration when you’re deciding on how to pull a room together.
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Sterling Ring with Greco-Roman Portrait
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Joanna Zjawinska Giclée "Love Has a Mind of Its Own"
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Embellished Giclée Abstract Composition With Gold Leaf, 21st C.
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Ping Abstract Oil Painting, 21st Century
6. Get into the color scheme of things.
I truly enjoy using and mixing colors in unexpected ways. At the moment, jade green mixed with terracotta’s rusty hues are calling my name.