Americana, the Beautiful

Whether it's the high blue skies, the first barbecue, the sweet taste of corn, or the smell of freshly mowed grass, there is always something nostalgic about the onset of summer. Which is why, when you think about accessories for your summer homes, you ought to consider a touch of Americana.

Imagine your bookshelves with decorative touches that reference the land you live in, like these Vintage Faux Bois Eagle Head Bookends. or a Folk Art Cast Iron Log Cabin Bank.



It might also be nice to add a welcoming decorative touch to an entryway console, such as this Carousel Horse.

Any of course there is nothing which at one and the same time so iconic, and so simple as a lovely old American flag. Imagine some vintage stars and stripes hanging in a stairwell or in a family room:

Vintage American Flag with 48 Stars

Vintage American Flag

Last, but not least, do not forget your gardens. They, too, can be accessorized. And is there anything more American than "man's best friend"?

Cast Recumbent Westford Spaniel