Set The Summer Scene At Home

The summer season brings to mind beach days, fields of flowers, dips in the pool, and farmers’ markets with freshly picked produce. You can bring the laid back sense of summer into your home with small and simple changes in your décor.  Changing out accent pieces like throw pillows, vases, and artwork can completely change the feel of your home. You can lighten the look of a room with the cool, refreshing colors of sea and sand, or brighten a space with pops of color inspired by the fruit and flowers of summer.

Whether your style leans more toward coastal cool or summer blossoms, there are simple DIY projects that will bring the essence of the season into your home décor.

Welcome Summer at Your Doorstep
Set the summer scene right at the front door with a season-inspired wreath. Click the links below to visit some crafty options on SandandSisal.com, FynesDesigns.com, MakingTheWorldCuter.com, ADiamondintheStuff.com, StoneGableBlog.com, and PreciouslyPaired.com.

• Glass Float Summer Wreath
• Swimsuits on a Clothesline Wreath
• Nautical Navy Stripe Wreath
• Summer Lemon Wreath
• Summer Blooms & Initial Wreath
• Patriotic Clothespin Wreath

Bring the Sea to Your Space
Add some nautical flair to your living room with the sea-inspired projects below.  You’ll see all of the materials and steps needed at StyleMePretty.com, OurBoatHouse.com, WhatsUrHomeStory.com, and DesignSponge.com.

• Nautical Rope Ottoman
• Sea Glass Wind Chime
• Seashell Candle Holder
• Nautical Knot Trivet

Add Some Freshly Picked Pieces
Summer brings a bounty of bright and juicy fruit to the farmers’ markets, and with a bit of craftiness, you can bring the vibrant colors of the fruit stand to your home.  The following fruity crafts can be found on MadeInADay.com, OhSoBeautifulPaper.com, MakingHomeBase.com, and TheHouseThatLarsBuilt.com.

• Painted Pineapple
• Watermelon Serving Tray
• Citrus Stamped Tea Towel
• Summer Fruit Welcome Mat

Brighten Your Home with Summer Blooms
Bring the beautiful blooms of summer into your home with the following flowery DIY design projects.  Full details can be found on GardenCollage.com, DaisyMaeBelle.com, and AFancifulTwist.com.

• Flower Suncatchers
• Blooming Monogram
• Pinecone Zinnia Centerpiece

How do you bring the essence of summer into your home décor?  Feel free to share your decorating ideas by adding a comment below.