Guest Picks: Inspired by the French Countryside
Get a French look for your home without the cost of a plane ticket
I love mid century modern design with a vintage, bohemian flare. I like art walls, collections of found objects, neutral palettes with pops of color, ethnic textiles, flea market finds, diy, chalkboard walls, and unexpected design elements. I write about design, style, fashion, travel, and anything else that inspires me on my blog: http://www.thedesignboards.com
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Next month I'm traveling to the countryside of France. As I usually do when I travel, I'm hoping to pick up some beautiful items for my home at the local shops and flea markets. Since I've been inspired by all things France lately, I decided to find some lovely goods online that are sure to bring a little bit of the French style to your home without the expense of the plane ticket! Enjoy.
— Candice from The Design Boards
— Candice from The Design Boards
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These little French terracotta pots are perfect for clustering together full of succulents or cacti on a table outside. They would also make wonderful votive holders for outdoor entertaining!
by South of Market
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I spotted a vintage French basket like this months ago in an antique store and never picked it up, then I found this gorgeous reproduction — perfect for storing umbrellas near an entryway or mudroom.
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Demijohns are a beautiful way to add color and interest to a space. These are quite large and would look wonderful with flowering branches displayed in them.
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These French galvanized flower buckets are the epitome of the French countryside. I love to use these outdoors in the summer full of fresh-cut wildflowers on picnic tables.
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This basket reminds me of something you would find in Provencal France. It would be perfect for hauling in freshly-picked lavender or bounty from the garden. It has so many uses in the home — holding towels, throws, firewood or shoes!
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A trip to a French market wouldn't be complete without your French Market Basket. These are so versatile and look great on display in a bathroom for guest towels or in a guest bedroom to store blankets and throws.
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I love French linens; they are so simple but have such style and beauty. I would love a big pile stacked on my bar or in my kitchen.
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This lion's head brass door knocker just says "Paris" when I look at it. I imagine it once hung on a very old, wooden and ornate door to a building in Paris somewhere, don't you think?
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These little French notebooks are so cute. I would keep them handy in the kitchen for jotting down grocery lists and near the phone for messages.
by Rain Collection
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You can't think about France without thinking about copper pots. I love large vintage ones, such as this, for holding firewood or blankets and throws.
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I love these French glass baby bottles. They are perfect for use as water carafes at a table or as vases.
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Bees are a symbolic French decoration and I think they are so charming on these glass bowls. They're just right for for serving fresh berries in the summer.
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I love this little French cafe table. It would be perfect in a breakfast nook or a small patio or porch.
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Cafe au lait bowls are a quintessential French item. I am definitely hoping to pick some up while I'm there. They are perfect for fruit and yogurt at breakfast, or like the French do — a big bowl of coffee or hot chocolate!
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I am obsessed with these little number plaques. I always spot them at flea markets throughout Europe. This design is one of the best I've seen and it's in amazing shape.
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I love the lines and design of this table, it's so unique. This would be a beautiful piece for a breakfast table or as a buffet in the dining room.
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I love these colorful French thermometers. I'm definitely going to be picking one up to hang outside in my garden.
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I have a slight obsession with bread boards. These are great. They all have a slightly different design and are small enough to use as individual bread plates at a table.
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I could find a million uses for these French confit jars and I've had them on my wish list for forever. They make great flower vases or serving pieces on a breakfast table.
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These French bistro bowls are so cute. I would love to have a few on hand at my bar for serving nuts and small snacks when entertaining.
Next: Houzz Tour: Charming, Bright Country Home in France
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Ideabook published on May 13, 2012.
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