A Touch of Nature for Summer Decorating
All month I’ve been obsessed with nature and spending time outdoors. I planted my pond and started work on a new shade garden. Unfortunately our spring has been rainy and cloudy and I’m not getting as much outdoor time as I’d like. That might be the reason why I’m craving nature right now. So on these rainy days, I’m inspired to enjoy a touch of nature inside – perfect for summer decorating!
Photo by Gancedo
Fabrics with vines and plants are a great way to add a touch of nature. Swap out curtains and pillows for the summer season and then step back and enjoy.
Photo by Gancedo
Changing artwork is a quick and easy way to bring nature inside for summer decorating. You don’t have to spend a lot of money either. Simply print nature pictures and place inside existing frames. I have bird prints here and here that you can download and print. I also have cheery daisy prints – and also a pair of summer landscapes.
Photo by Minette Hand Photography
Hang a vintage poster in a room to give it summer freshness. Here, a Flower Show poster accents the berry colors of a charming English country style living room. Planted terra cotta pots add to the garden theme.
Photo by Rosario Ferraz
Don’t be shy! Add several elements of nature to a room. Modern botanic print fabric shades from fish and butterfly shadow boxes. Another butterfly collection adorns the window while a live plant filters the air.
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You can create this same type of look in softer tones. Shades of cream and white give an ethereal vibe to an elegant living room with a botanical print, fresh flowers, and a bright orange knick knack that looks like a piece of coral from the reef.
Photo by Stone Creek Builders
A pretty pillow embroidered in a fern pattern is a subtle touch of nature to enhance summer decorating.
Photo by Gancedo
If you prefer neutral tones in your home, try a black and white scientific botanic print. And it’s okay to use garden furniture indoors, like this vintage rattan chair. I’m on the lookout for a pair of these – maybe I’ll get lucky at the next flea market.
Photo by Boråstapeter
Of course, green is an obvious color choice for bringing nature indoors. A simple floral stem is all that’s needed on the table.
Photo by Boråstapeter
Create a nature vignette anywhere in your home. A small plant with an egg under a cloche makes an attractive display.
Photo by Boråstapeter
But the best nature of all for summer decorating is a kitty cat! This furry friend is the perfect adornment for any home, don’t you think?
Photo by Amelia Hallsworth Photography
What are some ways that you bring summer decorating into your home with nature?
More Nature Inspired Home Decor:
Decorating with Store Bought Flowers
Yes! Enjoying God’s creatures is the best!
PS: I once heard, “Treat your husband as nicely as you treat your pet.” 😉 Don’t Know why that came to mind??!!!
Great inspiration. We had rain for a month and my hubby is trying to finish our deck. Now this week it moved to summer. Don’t like we didn’t enjoy spring. Sunshine even with heat we will take it. I need sun.
Enjoy your weekend
Cindy
HI, Where was the wall paper found in the first picture with the birds? LOVE IT
All that was needed on the table was the green “simple floral stem.” But oh my goodness the green tile work BEHIND the table. My eyes went straight to that green tile. I must have a thing for vintage green tile. You know I love your kitchen floor. I may have a problem …… :>)