Learn how to decorate with the timeless animal print that’s been around for centuries.
Dylan Chandler
The timeless tortoiseshell pattern first rose to popularity centuries ago, during ancient Greek and Roman times.
Keep reading to learn ways to decorate with this versatile pattern.
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Tortoiseshell boxes are an easy and sleek way to hide clutter in your home.
Place a boxon your coffee tableto hold remotes and coasters.
Or use them for display by placing a stack of multiple-sized containers on a shelf or accent table.
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Take a tip from the popular tortoise nails and incorporate items like a glossy acrylic tray.
Include the frames in agallery wall, or set one on a stack of books on your shelves.
Place the candle in your freezer overnight, andpop the wax outthe next morning.
Give the container a good wash, and use it as a jewelry dish or for coffee table decor.
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Tableware
Tortoiseshell isn’t solely decorative; the pattern appears in practical applications, too.
Upgrade your table by using a set of amber tortoiseshell glasses, plates, or bowls.
Or, for just a touch of the pattern,place dried floralsin an amber vase for aneasy centerpiece.
Another way to incorporate tortoiseshell into your tablescape is with utensils that feature the pattern on their handles.
Or place tortoiseshell coasters at each place setting to protect your table in style.
Lamps
And an extra layer of warmth to your space by using a tortoiseshell lamp.
Typically made from amber glass to resemble a shell pattern, tortoiseshell lamps give off soft, warm-toned light.
Shop a variety of battery-operated and hard-wired lighting options that come in multiple shapes and sizes.
Statement Pieces
The neutral tortoise is often used as a neutral, but it can go bold, too.
Upholstering your couch in a tortoise fabric gives the same effect.
