I am as patriotic as they come. I even love to use red, white and blue accents to decorate my home. It is like Designing Independence.
Designing Independence
I wonder if there were a design contest in which the patrPatriotspeted against the red coats would we all end up whistling “God Save The Queen”?
Let’s begin with pillows.
Pretty close to pillow perfection.
I’m not quite sure about an Adirondack chair in the sitting room, but the mantle and mirror had me at hello.
An interesting pop of color.
Yes, to all of it!
Hmmmm, a joining of forces.
It’s a banner day for the red, white and bluetiful!
I have to say in terms of furniture most of what I found in terms of Americana was either cute or kitschy.
But this I swoon for.
Hello, Don Mclean? Please come get your Chevy er settee and take it to the levy.
Nice and subtle.
In your face fantastic.
So where do your alliances lie? Is the Union Jack back?
Or will you adore Stars and Stripes forever….
Tomorrow I’ll be posting on bedding you can wear.
Laura
bj says
OMGosh, I love all this red, white and blue. Makes my poor little 4th decor look pitiful !!! :))
You are so cute…beding to wear? haha..can't wait.
hugs, bj
Debby says
I love the pictures. I love decorating in red white and blue. My favortie picture is the one with the denim couch. Kinda like that car couch, hah.
Good luck on the contest.
MosaicMagpie says
Wow I love the Union Jack/White Loveseat and I do mean LOVEseat.
Debbie
Parisienne Farmgirl says
I love old glory but you do have do admit, most of the time in decor it looks campy.
The Union Jack on the other hand… pretty chic.
GardenofDaisies says
Fun fun fun!!! This post must have been custom made especially for me, as I lived in both the USA and Canada and I grew up singing God Save the Queen! Yes, I'm old enough to remember the days when Canada's flag was the Union Jack! (And the big hoopla when it got the new Maple Leaf flag.)
Kim says
Great photos–my faves–the one with the pendant banners and the one with the yellow floral chair.
fairfieldhousenj.com says
Laura,
Wonderful inspirational photographs. I am a star spangle banner girl!
I set aside a few minutes daily to cast my votes. That sudden spike in numbers is when I've been placed on hold!
Your Friend,
Deborah
SPLENDEROSA says
Well, for me, the dog was the best nestled in the cushions. Very cute, Laura. Have a wonderful weekend. xx's
La-Dee-da crafter says
I voted for you. Another great reason for living in this country, our freedom to vote. haha
Love the patriotic posts.
Leslie @ goodbye, house! HELLO, HOME! says
Oh my, Laura!
I love them both: the Union Jack AND the Stars and Stripes!
That settee with the British Flag across the back!! YUMMO!
We love all things British here in our home–we actually have tea every day at 3:30!!
We also watch BBC! Love Dr. Who and Foyle's War, etc…
I think I must sew a Union Jack pillow like the one in the third picture–it is gorgeous!
Loved this post (and so did my daughter, Sarah!)
Hugs to you and many blessings as you make your home!
Thank you for the words of blessings, I sure needed them!
~me
P.S. I also love your header!!
The Pennington Point says
Wow that car settee is unbelievable. I'm definitely all American flags, but you hit it on the head. When I try to do it inside the house it looks too cutsie. So I leave it on the porch. Thanks for the pictures. Lisa~
Linda says
I love ALL of that!! So cute, charming and welcoming and yes, I'm as proudly Patriotic as they come as well.
☆ Wishing you and yours a most wonderful Independence Day Weekend!! ☆
Love, Linda
French Basketeer says
I'm lovin' all of it! You reminded me to bring out the pillows made of bunting, and finish a Union Jack pillow for my niece. Have to say, I love the pic of the dog napping; it's a good long weekend to nap!
marty (A Stroll Thru Life) says
Oh what gorgeous pictures of great tributes to the 4th. Love them all. Hugs, Marty
BonjourRomance says
Bonjour Laura,
The union jack does have a certain caché dosen't it. Great photos.
WIshing you and your family a wonderful 4th!
Mimi
Whimsey Creations says
Oh boo hoo – we're supposed to (supposed to being the word here) have the house pressure-washed tomorrow and I'll be in NC all day. So I can't even begin to decorate the front porch for July 4th until Sunday. I guess two days worth is better than nothing though! LOLOLOL
Bringing Pretty Back says
Great red , white and blue photo's! I agree! WHY do people talk during the anthem!
Julie Tucker-Wolek says
These are gorgeous!!! Off to vote again and again and again! :):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):):)
{ L } says
Yes, yes! I am patriotic too. 🙂 Every photo you have here is simply gorgeous.
TRay says
Great post!! Don't get me wrong–“Stars & Stripes Forever”–but…I LOVE THE UNION JACK. Love that rug in photo #1, love the “pop of color” photo, love the setee & the “in your face fantastic” chair. LOVE IT!! Happy 4th!! I've been voting for your Oprah audition like crazy–fingers crossed!!
Love & hugs,
Tara
P.S. Thanks for the shout out for the needlework in your previous post & also, “merci” to the French Basketeer for her comment!! Can't wait to see those chairs!!
La Maison Reid says
Had to tell you that your pillowcase slip is adorable! And I was already voting, too!
~~Nancy~~
Maria@BubblegumandDuctTape says
love your blog, I'm your newest follower. I'm gonna go over to vote for you.
Anne Maskell says
Hi Laura. Thanks so much for visiting and commenting on my blog. I love comments. I also love your blog, and I am your newest follower. The pictures are fabulous. I also like your slip idea. Using a pillow slip is a great idea for a slip, you and were lucky enough to have such a pretty one! I also voted for your video while I was here, and wish you the best of luck. Happy 4th to you and your family too!
Kristy says
How fun! Great Inspiration!
Gayathri says
Your posts are great