happy new year's eve !

As we close out the year 2024, I have to tell you all how truly grateful I am to have friends like you. I really appreciate the time you take to check in with me on this blog! 

For me 2024 has been a pretty good year. The good thing is that I kept busy on several new projects and even started styling more for magazines, which is a real treat! 

I’m still contributing to Country Sampler Farmhouse Style for every season, and I’m really excited about the Spring 2025 issue that will be out soon. In fact, I'm currently working on four more projects for the Autumn 2025 issue of Country Sampler Farmhouse Style. The most exciting news this year was that they selected my photo for the cover of the Winter 2024 issue! Check out the reel here!

I’m always styling the latest projects for Pacific & Rose. Elizabeth carries the prettiest block-printed table linens and  other great accessories like robes, aprons and cosmetic bags. I'm currently styling her newest colorway in the Lilibet pattern. It's called Caramel, and the color is so in tune with the Pantone Color of the year, Mocha Mousse! Come back in a couple of days, so you can see it!! 

This year I’ve begun a fun partnership with Antique Farmhouse. My two biggest projects for them were a Bridgerton Inspired tablescape and an English Cottage Christmas “event” that featured my home all done up for the holidays. Here’s the festive video to view, just for fun!    

Over on Instagram, I’ve been trying to keep you posted with the latest goings on. Back in October I had to start fresh on Instagram with a whole new page!! I named it Claudia Fabiana Home. If you don’t follow me yet, I’d love it if you did!  

All your support and love really resonate with me and gives me encouragement in facing the new year ahead. I hope you enjoy all the new content I’ve been creating.

Thinking of you with lots of love... Happy New Year!! 

ciao fabiana

 

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a new season of Bridgerton decor

As Bridgerton returns to take over our screens and hearts, I have a sweet alfresco table that I put together last June and now is the time to share it again for all of you! 

It’s all the Bridgerton Vibes you could ever want and more!

 

Today we spill the beans on the collection with a sneak peek with Antique Farmhouse and some of the collection …

 

and CANNOT wait until tomorrow, New Year’s Eve, to binge this show again!!

 

Have you watched the Bridgerton series on Netflix?

 

It’s soooo fabulous.

It's almost calling hour, so grab a cup of hot tea and pull up a comfortable chair! Inspired by the new season of Bridgerton décor.

And yes, those are mini outdoor chandeliers. I’ve grouped 3 of them in my olive tree, about my long alfresco table. They are solar powered, so in the daytime you get the little sparkle, and at night they glow softly and oh, so very romantically!

 

Pretty plates and glassware are from Patina Vie and the tablecloth is from August Table.

 

Candelabra is vintage Pottery Barn. Pewter candleholders and silver flatware were wedding gifts.

 

As we head into the new year…

 

I’m thinking I want all my days in 2025 as romantic as can be!

I’m so proud of this floral arrangement. I created it myself in an ironstone soup tureen using roses from Trader Joe's and flowers and foliage from my garden.

 

I love that vibrant pop of blue hydrangea in and amongst all the pretty pastels! Happy new years eve eve!!

 

ciao fabiana

 

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christmas with antique farm house

 

🎄Welcome to the English Cottage Christmas event

 with Antique Farmhouse! 

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas here at my home, and with the help of Antique Farm House. I’ve created a very nostalgic and comfy look for my family. 

This is the perfect time to bring those same vintage, cozy vibes into your own home this holiday season.

Let’s create the most memorable Christmas together!

 

There are so many festive pieces featured in this English Cottage Christmas event, that I couldn’t fit them all in my reel.

There’s nothing quite like the wonder of Christmas morning. All the anticipation, excitement and joy! All the feelings you’ve had of Christmases past come rushing back!

 

Sentimental at times, but there is a sense of hope as well.

Nothing can match the sight of your glowing tree at sunrise, the smell of bacon emanating from the kitchen, tiny footsteps coming down the stairs, and the gasps and giggles heard at the sight of all the gifts under the tree…

 

all those dear early morning Christmas memories truly live in my heart!

🎄The inspiration for my tree was the beauty of nature done in a fanciful way. I imagined an enchanted forest where Father Christmas lives in a charming little stone cottage, definitely another time and place! 

I started with a new 6’ Noble fir from King of Christmas and added my own white lights. Owls, nesting birds, deer, little red toadstools, and lots of little pinecones. 

Of course, we have to bring in the sparkle with lots of vintage glass ornaments and baubles! This little tree is finished off with just a touch of old-fashioned tinsel for all the nostalgic reasons I can think of!

What a difference a month makes! Here’s our antique hutch all decked out for Christmas. 

Here’s my festive hot cocoa bar! This look is as simple as setting out some cute mugs, a cozy plaid throw and a fun little electric kettle! 

Add some instant hot chocolate mix, a few marshmallows and maybe a candy cane or two! No need to fuss. Keep it simple, my friends!

 

Here's a fun little plaid table that has all the vibrant holiday colors and textures I love!

So, friends, I’ll see you in my stories soon, where I’ll give you some up close and personal looks at some of my favorite items, and I’ll also be sharing a BONUS tablescape using so many ofthese same Antique Farmhouse pieces set up in a whole new way!

Happy Christmas! ♥️

ciao fabiana

 

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a visit to Sapori Italian Restaurant

 

We had the most amazing holiday dinner this week at one of our all-time favorite Italian restaurants, Sapori Ristorante. One of the true hidden gems of Newport Beach for authentic Italian food.

 

Not only do they have all the traditional pasta dishes you could imagine, they also have so many delicious seafood, poultry and meat options. We opted for a starter of the Shrimp in White Wine and Garlic Sauce. Very good!! 

For dinner I selected the Filet Mignon with Porcini Mushrooms and a Cognac Cream Sauce, while Willy had one of the specials of the evening, the Grilled Branzino served with a side of Angel Hair Pasta. All very, very good! 

In fact, I think it was the best steak I’ve ever had!!

 

For dessert, we couldn’t decide between the Tiramisu and the Creme Brulee, so we had both!

 

They offer the coziest dining experience on their outdoor patio, where the beautiful fireplace takes center stage. During Christmastime, the restaurant feels very special and so festive!

My husband and I arrived early to make sure we got a nice seat next to the warm fireplace.

 

In addition to the cozy patio, they also have a beautiful indoor seating area, which also opens up to the bar and more informal pizzeria restaurant.

 

Whether you dine in for pizza, or order takeout, the pizzas are authentically made the Italian way!! Is there any other way that pizza could be more delicious?

Pizzeria Sapori has it’s own menu… check it out HERE!

Conveniently located on Bayside Drive between Newport Beach, and Corona del Mar, I would recommend this restaurant whole-heartedly to all my friends! 

Have you ever eaten here?  

Sapori Ristorante is located at 

1080 Bayside Drive

Newport Beach, CA 92660

949-644-4220

 

ciao fabiana

 

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cozy cottage christmas curio cabinet

A little touch of Christmas here and there is all I need right now, but brrrrr, there is a chill in the air this morning.

 

I may have to get my “fa la la” on much earlier than expected! I might even break out the holiday tunes today…

For now, I’m sharing the cutest and most useful of all curio cabinets I’ve ever seen! Just a little something I recently found... 

It’s really the cutest and most charismatic of all curio cabinets I ever did see. It’s so fun to style it for the holidays! 

 

I can’t wait to style it for spring with all sorts of little daffodils, bunnies and more!

Have you noticed this piece has a classic shabby chic design for a wonderful vintage look? The patina is perfect!

 

 

The design is just so sweet! I love that this little wooden wall cabinet features a cottage-themed window design with a 2-tiered shelf and two arched doors with a metal screening… it’s just perfect!

 

 

ciao fabiana

 

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