I’ve always admired those who can throw together an artistic vignette at a moment’s notice. Someone who can use a few clippings from the backyard to create a stunning centerpiece, or capture the spirit of the season with a bowl of lemons! One of these resourceful people is my mother, and her eclectic design mix of old and new never fails to capture my attention.For today’s post, I photographed some of my favorite decorative elements in her home. In case you’re wondering, yes…several of these groupings took her no more than a minute or two to arrange. Interesting design can be about using what you have to create something beautiful and unexpected. Curious about how it’s done" Keep reading for details on how to bring the outdoors inside, then showcase it using what you have around the house!*Photos by Kate Simmons for DecoistPlenty of ProduceOne of the easiest ways to celebrate nature’s bounty is to put produce on display! Fresh produce does the trick, but there’s another way to create long-lasting arrangements. Believe it or not, produce such as lemons and pomegranates are super easy to dry. In fact, Mom simply sets them out on her windowsill (indoors, but near a bright window) and lets them dry on their own. Some dry more beautifully than others, so feel free to discard any that are less than desirable. The good news: Dried produce can last for years.Not to mention, you can mix dried produce in with fresh and faux produce...