Monday, June 4, 2012

Entomology is Cool

Are you one of those people who runs screaming whenever you cross paths with a spider or a bee?  The only bug aversion I have is to cockroaches - and I'm not afraid of them, just completely disgusted by them.  With the popularity of the steam punk look over the past few years, insects have gained a resurgence in popularity. And why shouldn't they? They're part of the natural world and can create some unexpected drama in your home.
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Would you ever expect framed bugs to be a part of this beautiful space?

Pictures of bugs might be a little easier for you to handle.  These wasps are so bold in their oversize form.


I love these vignettes that feature natural objects, including bugs.



And finally, if you want to take a flying leap onto the entomology train, there's a wallpaper for you.
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What do you think?  Like it or repulsed by it?

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22 comments:

  1. Splendid SassJune 4, 2012 at 3:25 PM

    Kim-
    You can come up with the most amazing posts!
    I can't get accustomed to bugs anywhere. As a molecular biologist, I dissected and studied bugs so many times that I never want to see them again.
    These examples are great I will admit! I have always loved pictures of bees even though they punch a bad sting.
    Great post, and I actually like the picture of the bees in the next to the last image.
    Happy Monday.
    Teresa
    xoxo

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  2. Tiffany Leigh {thedesignerlifestyle}June 4, 2012 at 4:37 PM

    I really like framed butterflies! So interesting and pretty.
    Tiffany
    tiffanyleighinteriordesign.blogspot.com

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  3. WendyJune 4, 2012 at 5:40 PM

    Great round up, but like Tiffany, I like butterflies. We'll keep it at that. Thanks for visiting my blog ~

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  4. designchicJune 4, 2012 at 8:12 PM

    I love everything about the second space. The light fixture is amazing!!

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  5. FranJune 5, 2012 at 1:40 AM

    I don't think I could do it. I scream at the sight of the smallest bug - I'm not proud of this fact! I remember once when I put butterfly prints in our bedroom and all I could think of was 'Silence of the Lambs!' They didn't last v. long! :)

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  6. JessicaJune 5, 2012 at 4:17 AM

    I think I could handle these ones, but I've seen some with like 100 bugs in one little frame and I can't help imagining if they came to life...

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  7. julielorusso@gmail.comJune 5, 2012 at 4:36 AM

    I love the bugs!

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  8. Karen June 5, 2012 at 6:07 AM

    I think I like them in other people's home. What's the old saying-it's a nice place to visit but I wouldn't want to live there?

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  9. amber wallaceJune 5, 2012 at 7:42 AM

    I think I like the butterflies better but that may be just for the color. I'd do it :)

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  10. AnonymousJune 5, 2012 at 10:03 AM

    Love it and love the post! I adore natural oddities in the home. I have plenty of my own that I've acquired during my years as a zoo keeper so they even have a personal story.

    xx
    Kecia

    http://www.couturezooblog.com/

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  11. UnknownJune 5, 2012 at 11:40 AM

    very cute post! I'm not fond of bugs, so I wouldn't want them around my house permanently since they seem to invade it on a daily basis. There certainly is a tasteful way to use it as a theme though, as you so beautifully illustrated!
    Nancy
    Powellbrowerhome.com

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  12. Matters of StyleJune 5, 2012 at 1:00 PM

    I HATE all things steampunk lol, but I love entomology. Esp butterflies and bees!!

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  13. Elizabeth @ The Little Black DoorJune 5, 2012 at 1:58 PM

    I can handle the butterflies, dragonflies and bees. Anything with wings. But the hard core bugs with multiple legs...I'm not strong enough.

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  14. Kerry Steele- Design du MondeJune 6, 2012 at 7:03 AM

    I think its all kind of cool. I have been meaning to buy a few framed butterflies for years.

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  15. Cris AngstenJune 7, 2012 at 7:14 AM

    I like it! Anything with a little nature added to a space just feels so.. grounding, you know? There are lots of cool bugs out there - myself, I simply love moths, even better than butterflies!

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  16. Cre8ive MotivesJune 7, 2012 at 10:47 PM

    Im going to have to pass on the bug trend! Butterflies I can handle but other lil creepy crawlers not so much :)

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  17. Carrie @ Hazardous DesignJune 10, 2012 at 6:33 PM

    Maybe I could handle butterflies. Maybe.

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  18. Hyphen InteriorsJune 11, 2012 at 10:25 AM

    I love the large framed picture. We were joking around here about starting our own collection with all the crazy giant bugs we find in our yard. That's the only thing I am not loving about Austin so far. But yes, they can be pretty cool in decor!

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  19. JessicaJune 13, 2012 at 11:46 AM

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  20. Haus and HomeJune 14, 2012 at 5:01 AM

    Since I am into the whole "natural curiosities" thing I definitely think these are neat!

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  21. The Pink PagodaJune 18, 2012 at 9:58 AM

    Hi Kim, I saw your comment over at Seeker's Bazaar -- one of my favorites!! I'm fine with butterflies and bees, but can't venture beyond. Really. Don't. Like. Cockroaches. Ick.

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  22. Holly GruszkaJune 24, 2012 at 6:40 PM

    I've seen so much of this lately as well. There was a vendor at the arts festival we went to this past weekend that had these framed in glass. It was interesting but I couldn't do it. If my child wants one someday, maybe.

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