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50+ Easy Summer Vacation DIY Projects And Crafts

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Get ready for summer vacation, or keep crafting while you’re away with my favorite fun ideas!

Whether they’re for a journey or a staycation, I love making summer vacation DIY projects ! Customizing clothing , accessories, and travel items for yourself and others is a great way to stay organized , too! I’ve gathered some of my best summer crafts that you can make ahead of time, or even while you travel!

This is a Cricut Mystery Box project — it uses all the same vinyls that you could have gotten in the “World of Enchantment” mystery box that came out in April 2023. While this mystery box is no longer available for sale, you can still purchase the individual vinyls, which are all links below in my material list. Learn more about Cricut Mystery Boxes and their contents in my Cricut Mystery Box Guide .

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I just got back from an AH-mazing vacation that I’d been looking forward to for a while! We visited many beautiful places around Hawaii, which is now one of my favorite places ever! I’m so grateful for the experience and would love to share some of the highlights with you !

As usual, I prepared for the trip by making things! I made special luggage tags and some themed clothing for Greg and myself. We really love getting into vacation mode together, especially since we celebrated our 15th anniversary on the trip! Many of you have sent us well wishes for the milestone and we appreciate all the nice thoughts!

I used vintage-style polyester dresses as the bases for my Dole Whip and Orange Bird dresses. It took some time to print and place the designs, but was a lot faster than sewing dresses with themed fabric. I’m so excited make more sublimation dresses, it’s a really fun activity!

And it was super comfy to wear since the sublimation designs didn’t change the texture of the fabric!

Also, I knew I’d have the urge to craft and customize on the trip, so I packed my Cricut Joy and a handful of supplies and materials. Some of my best ideas happen when I get to relax, is it the same for you?

We decided to pay our respects at the Pearl Harbor memorial, so I added some simple color-changing hearts to a polka dot dress that morning.

In the sun , the blue showed up to create the stars and stripes design . I feel very fortunate that we were able to visit and remember those lost and who served.

Later, I was so happy to share the beautiful view from my vacation “craft table” with many of you on Facebook Live and decorate a sun tea jar in Kona. I edited the free file right in Cricut Design Space, so I was able to add the location and create a vacation souvenir! And I had so much fun with you! The file and font are in my free resource library , so you can make your own custom craft projects, too!

It was an easy peasy little project but I love it so much! And the temperature-activated vinyl I tried is so cool! When it’s cooler than 88℉ (31℃) it’s dark magenta like the color on the roll in this photo. When it gets hotter than that, it turns light pink like you can see on the jar and my Joy! What a fun project.

It was a fabulous vacation full of wonderful experiences and memories. I am so fortunate to do what I love and appreciate your support, which made this vacation a reality!

Are you ready for a vacation? I hope you get to take one to your favorite place, no matter where it is! Check out some of my favorite summer vacation DIY projects below the tutorial to help you get ready!

Materials to Make A Sippin’ On Sunshine Sun Tea Glass Jar

• Glass Carafe – I used a 67 oz style from Target, but you can easily resize the design to fit another jar
• Heat Activated Color Changing Vinyl – I used Magenta to Light Pink for this fun craft
• A way to cut your vinyl – I used a Cricut Joy, but any Maker or Explore will work, too, that’s the best part of a small design
• Weeding Tool
• Scraper tool – or a gift card!
• Cricut Joy StandardGrip Machine Mat
• StandardGrip Transfer Tape
• Rubbing alcohol
• Lint-free cloth
• Design #476 – My free SVG/PDF/DXF cut files (available from my free resource library — get the password at the bottom of this post)

And here are some bonus links for the other projects I made!

• Hearts Dress: Polka Dot Blue Dress with red and white Iron-On Vinyl and white to blue UV Activated Iron-On Vinyl to match my Popsicle Shoes
• Orange Bird Outfit: Champagne Polyester Dress (color is currently available, but I hope it comes back!) with sublimation designs and Orange Shoes
• Dole Whip Outfit: Yellow Stripe Polyester Dress with sublimation designs , Pineapple Shoes   and a  White Faux Vinyl Purse  with gold Iron-On Vinyl

Missed the World of Enchantment Mystery Box ? Not to worry, here is the full list of items!

• Permanent Mosaic Vinyl Sampler, Dragon – four 12″ x 12″ sheets in Lime Green Holographic Scales, Cherry Metallic Circles, and two Solid Silver Matte Metallic (Project Idea: Glitter Wine Glasses )
• Ceramic Mug Blank, White – 12 oz (Project idea: Cricut Mug Ideas )
• Glitter Iron-On Vinyl, Muliti-Pink – one 12” x 19” roll (Project idea: Custom Cork Coasters )
• Infusible Ink Transfer Sheets, Ultra Violet – two 12″ x 12″ transfer sheets (Project idea: Infusible Ink Hat )
• Foil Iron-On Sampler, Spring Meadow – four 12″ x 12″ transfer sheets in Chrome, Lilac, Pink, and Lemongrass (Project idea: Heart Mandala Shirt )
• Permanent Heat-Activated, Color-Changing Vinyl, Magenta – Light Pink – one 12” x 24” roll (Project idea: Tutorial Coming soon)
• StrongGrip Cutting Mat , three 12″ x 12″ mats – (Project idea: Waterfall Card )
• Infusible Ink Pens set, Neons – five (.04) in Neon Pink, Neon Blue, Neon Orange, Neon Yellow, and Neon Green (Project idea: Easy Infusible Ink Pen Projects )
• Cricut Cutie – Blush (Previously Released) (Project Idea: DIY Display Case )

How to Make a Color-Changing Jar for Sun Tea

Summer Vacation DIY Project: Color-Changing Sun Tea Jar

Make a sun tea jar with a vinyl design that changes color in the sun!

• Cricut Color Changing Permanent Vinyl - Magenta
• Cricut StandardGrip Transfer Tape
• Glass Pitcher with Lid
• Design #476 – My free designs (available in my free resource library—get the password at the bottom of this post)
• A method to cut your vinyl, I used the amazing Cricut Joy but you can also use the Cricut Maker 3, Cricut Maker, Cricut Explore 3, or the Cricut Explore.
• Cricut Joy StandardGrip 4.5" x 6.5" Machine Mat
• Small Scraper
• Isopropyl Alcohol
• Lint-Free Cloth or Coffee Filter

Instructions

Step 1: get my free sippin on sunshine decal design.

First, download my Sippin on Sunshine Decal SVG/DXF/PDF files from my  free resource library . It's Design #476. You can cut the design in many ways, but I uploaded the SVG to Cricut Design Space and Added it to a blank Canvas.

TIP:  If you're not sure how to upload an SVG cut file to Cricut Design Space, watch this  helpful video training series  I made. If you're on an iPhone or iPad,  here's how to download and upload SVG files to the Cricut Design Space app .

STEP 2: PREPARE AND CUT YOUR DECAL DESIGN

Be sure to measure your item and size it accordingly. Remember when resizing and object in Design Space, keep the lock icon closed in the Size menu.

Make sure your machine is selected and click Make It in the upper right corner. I chose my Joy.

Check that the mat looks correct, and you don't have to mirror the design since we're using adhesive vinyl. Click Continue.

On the Make screen, select "Heat/Cold Activated Color Changing Vinyl" and set the pressure to "More

Trim your vinyl to size and place it face up on the mat. Use a brayer to make sure it is adhered to the mat.

Load your mat into the Cricut Joy and click the Go button. Make sure the cut has gone all the way through. If it didn't, just press Go again before removing the mat.

Unload your mat, flip it over and unroll the vinyl from your mat.

Using your weeding tool, weed the excess vinyl away from you image. Don't forget the counters (inside) of your letters. I put the flower designs right on my Joy!

STEP 3: APPLY YOUR DECAL

Clean the pitcher with rubbing alcohol and a lint-free cloth, then let it dry.

Cut a piece of StandardGrip transfer tape a bit larger than the decal, then peel it off the liner. Using the taco method, lower the sticky side of the tape on to the middle of the design, then let the sides fall in place to cover the rest. Use a scraper to burnish both sides to help the vinyl move off its liner and on to the transfer tape.

Place the pitcher with the area you want to decorate facing you. With the decal straight (you can fill it with water to create a level line where you want the bottom to go!) place the vinyl on the jar. Use the scraper to burnish the vinyl to the glass, then carefully peel off the transfer tape.

STEP 4: SHOW IT OFF

When you fill the jar with cold water or place it in the sun, watch it change colors!

I used JM Groovy, a font I designed in the Sippin on Sunshine SVG. You can get it in my library under Design #477 .

Even More of My Favorite Summer Vacation DIY Projects

Summer vacation in style.

Star Wars Cosplay without the Costumes: Disneybounding!

With a few DIY details, we can all be big kids on vacation!

Bleach Stencil Shirt Made with a Cricut!

Summer weather is perfect for bleaching shirts outside!

DIY Mouse Ears Tutorial -- Sew or No-Sew!

Get ready to visit everyone's favorite mouse!

DIY Minnie Mouse Nail Tips - Vinyl Appliques Made on the Cricut

Complete your Disney outfit with custom nail designs!

Personalize Your Shoes with Iron-On Vinyl

Take your vacation theme all that way to your toes!

Easy Felt Sunflowers (and My Cricut Dress!!)

Use any felt designs for an instant wardrobe upgrade!

Custom Hats!

Remember to stay sun safe!

DIY Masquerade Mask

Create your own DIY Masquerade Mask for parties or just for fun!

Make Hair Bows with Mermaid Tails, Butterfly Wings, and Hearts!

Add some vacation fun to any 'do with these easy craft ideas!

Host With the Most!

Freehand Marker Mugs

Use Cricut Infusible Markers to turn mugs into works of art with the whole family!

How To Layer Vinyl For Custom Cups

Having guests over for a summer party? Make a custom cup to help keep their drinks straight. Gift them at the end of night (fewer to wash!) or if you use removable vinyl, start over with rubbing alcohol.

Kitchen Boas

Grill in style with a custom scarf that doubles as a prep towel.

How To Glitter Wine Glasses

If you want to celebrate with some sparkle, I have tips on containing the glitter!

Prepare For The Fun!

Cricut Projects to Sell!

Earn some extra cash for fun on summer holidays with these easy crafts!

Family Command Center

Keep track of schedules and countdowns!

Cricut Cards For Beginners

Learn how to make easy beginner cards with your Cricut to invite your friends to party!

How to Make Envelopes

Sending invites for a barbecue or summer party? Make some custom cards and envelopes!

The Great Outdoors!

DIY Glamping Ideas

Camp in style with some glamorous DIYs!

Camping Light Bucket

Make easy Camping Light Buckets to illuminate your campsite at night!

Infusible Ink Coasters on a Joy

Make weather-proof designs to match any theme!

Lantern Decor Ideas

Make my favorite DIY lanterns and luminaries for a table centerpiece, a front porch, host gift. Just make sure the weather will be dry!

For The Perfect Beach or Pool Day!

DIY Personalized Beach Towels

Make a splash and keep your towels straight on hot summer days!

100+ Cricut Vinyl Projects With Beach And Cruise Designs

Create fun, nautical Cricut vinyl projects and find links to dozens of other tutorials for fun summer crafts!

Etch Tumblers with Citristrip

Celebrate summer with a new tumbler to keep your drink cool!

DIY Family Vacation Shirts

Get the entire family ready for summer activities!

How to Sublimate Socks

It's summer, wear your flip flops everywhere, even inside!

Personalized Pet Bandanas

Your pet deserves a new summer look, too!

DIY Funny Socks with Sayings — "If You Can Read This, Bring Me..."

Custom vinyl socks are great for a family vacation!

Beginner Sublimation T-Shirt

Learn how to make a beautiful sublimation T-shirt with easy techniques for flawless application!

Yay For Your Yard!

DIY Porch Signs: How to Cut & Apply Long Vinyl

Prepare your porch for summer!

How to Recover Your Outdoor Cushions Quick & Easy

Be guest-ready with revived outdoor seating!

DIY Plant Pot with Tiles

Spiff up your staycation greenery with custom plant and flower pots!

Paper Spider Plant

You'll never have to worry about watering this houseplants in the dry weather

How To Cut Metal With Cricut

Make a custom wreath and learn which adhesive won't melt in the summer heat!

How to Make a No-Sew Face Mask From a T-Shirt or Cotton

Yard work means pollen! Keep the sneezing at bay with a simple mask.

How to Sublimate Garden Flags

Summer is the perfect time to add some new yard flags!

Paper Cut Lamp

Learn how to make your very own Paper Cut Lamp with incredible detail and a wilderness scene!

Craft On The Go

Paper Flower Designs - 20+ Options!

Cut your flowers ahead of time and you can assemble these paper crafts anywhere!

Easy 3D Paper Birds

These Easy 3D paper birds can sit unassisted on a shelf or be hung to add a fun pop of color.

Ice Cream Treat Box / Popsicle Box

This cute ice cream treat and Popsicle-shaped box holds party favors, trinkets, and gift cards!

Paper Succulents

Cut ahead and assemble at your leisure!

Flower Fairy Doll

These little whimsical flower fairy dolls are a delight to make on the go.

DIY Lollipop Holders

Easy to make and have on hand for last minute treats!

Dollar Tree Cricut Projects

If you get the urge to craft on vacation, I bet there's a Dollar Tree nearby! Here are some projects for inspiration using common products and simple materials.

How to Make a Simple Rolled Paper Sunflower

It's simpler than it looks once everything is cut!

Travel Memories

DIY Map Pillow with State-to-State Hearts

Commemorate a summer road trip with a keepsake you can stitch along the ride.

DIY Exploding Butterfly Box with Flying Butterflies!

Save your vacation mementos in any of the boxes! And make your own butterflies with popsicle sticks!

Longitude and Latitude Wall Art

Remember a special spot from your trip when you have to come home!

House-Shaped Display Case

This house-shaped display case makes a great home for Cricut Cuties, Funko Pop figures, or anything small and lightweight like vacation souveniers!

Christmas Day Countdown

In case your family thinks it's never too early to start counting!

Answers to Your Questions About Summer Vacation DIY Projects

Q: How do the color-changing vinyls work?

A: There are two kinds to try! I used UV-reactive vinyl on a dress, and it worked really well, even in lightly filtered sunlight! And then I tried the temperature-reactive vinyl on a sun tea jar, which completely changed colors when the jar cooled or heated up! Both are prefect for the summer months and are a fun way to customize projects.

Q: Which font did you use in the Sippin on Sunshine SVG? A: I used JM Groovy, which is available in my free resource library as Design #477 . You can learn how to create your own fonts, too, in my Fonts Firsthand Workshop over summer break.

Q: Can I really create a custom dress for my vacation?

A: Yes! As long as you start with a mostly polyester dress in white or off-white, you can add sublimation designs to bring your dream dress to life! I can’t wait to see your great ideas.

Q: What kind of summer vacation DIY projects are good for rainy days?

A: You can try any easy craft ideas you like to celebrate the summer holidays! If you need to keep the whole family entertained, even the big kids, try a big project like a paper flower wall . Especially if you’re having a celebration! The colorful paper flowers are easy crafts, but making enough for a backdrop might take the entire family working a little bit at a time. Rainy or hot summer days are the perfect time to relax and make some beautiful paper crafts together!

Get my free SVG/DXF/PDF files for the “Sippin’ on Sunshine” pitcher design!

Want to remember this? Save the list of summer vacation DIY projects to your favorite Pinterest Board.

Jennifer Marx is a designer, an enthusiastic crafter, a lifelong teacher, and a proud overcomer of a variety of life's challenges. In her spare time she loves to play D&D and video games, garden, sew costumes, and go to Disney. She lives a full, happy life in beautiful Ann Arbor, Michigan with her partner Greg, her daughter Alexa, their two dogs, Hunter and Chloe, and their sassy orange cat, Butterscotch.

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35 Simple Summer Decorating Ideas For a Stylish Staycation

Whether you have a sprawling beach house or a tiny city apartment.

Keep It Light With White

Paint everything white, from the walls to the furniture, and then use cream, sand, or white textiles. Here, interior designer Tamsin Johnson added some darker shades of gray with the bedding, but otherwise, everything is white or pale. The idea is to invite as much light into the room as possible.

Accessorize With Citrus

As simple as it may seem, decorating with a bowl of citrus fruits can do wonders to make an entire room feel brighter and more summery. Here, Anna Spiro Design opted for a bowl of eye-catching oranges.

Swap In Linen Bedding

Swap out your heavier bedding with linen sheets and pillowcases for a breezier look and feel. This laidback bedroom designed by Kim Dempster and Erin Martin features neutral-toned linens and draws the eye out to the beautiful balcony view beyond.

Commit to a Floral Motif

Energizing colors, a mix of patterns, and flowers everywhere—real, painted, and printed—make the living room "cheerful, bright, and playful," says designer Krista Ewart of this California beach bungalow .

Organize Beach Gear

Designate a place to corral all your summer beach and sporting gear. In this kitchen-meets-mudroom designed by Amir Khandwala , the woven seagrass basket does the trick.

Bring a Bar Cart Outside

Since you'll be doing a lot more entertaining outside (or solo happy hours, whatever floats your booze cruise), stock a weatherproof bar cart on the patio. This slim rattan bar cart on a balcony by Gary McBournie is stocked with everything you need to get a party started.

Prep the Patio

Get your patio ready for al fresco entertaining. If your deck or garden has enough space, carve out two separate areas to double the functionality. This spacious L-shaped balcony designed by Keesha Franklin of Halden Interiors features a separate lounge and eating area for both an outdoor living room and dining room that overlook the cityscape.

Add Pops of Color

Swap in graphic paintings, fresh flowers, or vibrant dishes for the fastest possible makeover. "I like all colors—soft, light, shimmery, deep," designer Ruthie Sommers says of her beachy California kitchen. "If you're ever stuck, lighten your lights and darken your darks to create contrast."

Treat Your Windows

Heavy drapes got nixed for knotted rope in a beach house by Erin Martin. Blue slag glass and industrial-baskets-turned-coffee-tables add the finishing coastal touches.

Bring Furniture Outdoors

An outdoor set-up like this shady spot by Stephen Shubel can function as a breakfast room, reading nook, or dinner table when the weather is nice.

Spotlight Coral Decor

Thanks to the tropical colors and materials interior designer Aldous Bertram incorporated, this NYC apartment feels more like an island hideaway. We particularly love the lime green and pale coral color scheme, but if you're looking for an even subtler (and easier to steal) idea, display a piece of coral on your coffee table.

Hang Flowy Curtains

This Florida home has certainly perfected the idea of outdoor living. Gauzy panels by the pool add privacy, shield the sun, and keep mosquitoes at bay.

Incorporate Shells

This bathroom by Anna Spiro Design is giving us serious Amalfi Coast villa vibes. For a similar effect, contrast an antique, ornate gilt-framed mirror above the sink with shell motif mirror.

Amp Up the Bar

Fresh and fruity summer cocktails deserve a dedicated station. Whip up a mojito or mai tai at a well-stocked table, like the console in designer Amanda Lindroth's Bahamas house . "Every island house needs a fantastic, spilling-over bar," she says.

Paint the Furniture

Unifying a ragtag patio set is as easy as grabbing a bucket of paint. For a Florida home 's oceanfront porch, decorator Tammy Connor coated the antique sofa and assorted chairs in a matching cloudy blue.

Compare and Contrast

Complementary shades can feel fresh—not jarring—when done correctly. The cool palette on this vacation house 's enclosed front porch keeps the Florida heat at bay. For crisp contrast, Louis XVI-style chairs are covered in bright coral Ultra­suede, and the walls are painted in Benjamin Moore's Sweet Celadon.

Balance Beachy With Subtlety

Though this little living room corner designed by Tamsin Johnson feels distinctly summery, it would also hold up during the rest of the year. That's thanks to the whimsical, chic, and quirky pillow chairs. Their plush, retro design was inspired by 1960s Italian Rivera style. The jute rug, woven sconce and pale gray-green paint add a soft contrast for a balanced space.

Fill Your Fireplace

You won't be stoking the flames for another few months, so for now, stack leftover wood or position candles in your fireplace . Fans of coastal style can frame a hunk of coral like in Gregory Shano's Long Island retreat .

Install a Ceiling Fan

In this summery bedroom designed by Amanda Lindroth, the ceiling fan blends right in with the white ceiling. If you don't already have one in your warm-weather home, make sure it's installed and ready to go before it gets super hot.

Swap Out a Lamp Shade

Anna Spiro brightened up the moody olive green walls and dark antique dresser with a sunny pleated lampshade and an easy-going bouquet of flowers displayed in a pitcher.

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50 Best Home Decoration Ideas for Summer

Welcome the warm weather with cheer and excitement as you update your interiors with a colorful and lightened look this summer. With these fifty decoration ideas, you can easily transform the boring looking living space to a relaxing and bright cozy setting. Summer is all about beach, fun, and outdoor enjoyment. Make your home or apartment look like a beautiful summer beach house or a coastal inspired cottage. Many of us often assume that a home makeover will cost a lot. The truth is you actually don’t have to spend a lot on these summer house ideas for a home makeover. You just have to be creative and use some of these coolest decoration ideas for your home interior decorations. It is important to keep in mind not to overdo the theme. By combining some neutral accents with some colorful decorations, you can creatively give a contemporary and vibrant look to your interiors.

With these fifty easy-to-do makeover and summer house ideas, you can easily make your living room look less formal and more like an optimal place for family entertainment and relaxation. These room décor ideas include everything from a DIY project for your living room to an easy color combination scheme for your interiors. Try these easy summer house ideas and enjoy the new look of your home and all that the season has to offer.

Prepare for Summer with These Fifty Home Décor Ideas

1. colorful summer design tissue paper flowers.

Surprisingly, these beautiful tissue paper flowers can be a great décor. These paper flowers are very inexpensive and easy to make. The supplies you need are colorful tissue paper, stapler and scissors. Just with a few steps, you can create these lovely flowers. There are lots of ideas to make tissue paper flowers and you can incorporate them in your summer room decor project. These colorful flowers are perfect choices for centerpieces, flower vases, doorway swags and garlands for showers and special party decorations. To give you tissue paper flower a new look, use glitters, ribbons and even paper leaves. Find all required supplies you can find at any craft store.

2. Beach-themed summer decor for any room

A perfect summer must include some beach fun. Bring that joyous vibe to your home by choosing these beach theme summer decorations. Choose some pastel and neural shades to create a perfect summer backdrop in your living room or bedroom. White accent chairs with turquoise pillows, a rustic lantern on the fireplace mantle, and some beach-inspired wall decors such as ropes, fishing nets and shells and a matching vase will complement this theme. Neutral shades will match beautifully with the nautical and beach theme. Pick some of the decoration of your choice, match with beach-themed decors and give your room a complete summer makeover. Be creative in choosing your summer decorations. Include everything from shells to driftwood and even spare trinkets to create a charming center piece or to make an art from this beach bounty.

3. Photo garlands and summer mantel

Bring your summer memories to your home by creating a photo garland with these summer house ideas. Choose some of your old summer time pictures, your family portraits in flower gardens or near the beach for this garland. Add some old postcards and hanging shells to give this garland an eye-catchy look. Making this photo garland is easy and fun. Work together with your kids and loved one to make this beautiful summer décor for your home. Hang it in a room with beach-inspired summer decor or at the entryway. Create a backdrop with faux wood fences to hang your garlands and add some shells or artificial flowers to match the theme. This photo garland can be used with your beach themed centerpiece or over your fireplace mantle too. Hang it over the fireplace and create a beautiful summer room decor.

4. Colorful floral arrangements summer house ideas

Brighten up your interior space with some colorful floral arrangements and summer decorations. You can never feel bored with these floral decorations. Spring and summer are all about lush greens, breezy outdoors and colorful flowers. Blossoming trees in living room or a colorful bunch of flowers in a glass or neutral colored vase makes a perfect summer décor. Create a floral arrangement with some bright shades of flowers and place it on the entryway console table, near a wall niche or on a side table in your living room. Same summer house ideas and theme can be applied to other parts of your house too. Make your breakfast area or dining room look stylish and summery with some floral runners, flower centerpiece and floral themed crockery. You can match the theme with some breezy drapes or neutral colored curtains.

5. Nautical summer decor

Decorate your home with a nautical charm to make it look like a coastal inspired setting. Whether you leave in a city far from a seashore or in a peaceful countryside, these beautiful themed summer decorations will bring back your memories of a relaxing beach vacation. Regardless of your home’s overall style, home design and home décor, you can always add some nautical summer decorations to give your home a relaxing and refreshing touch. The simple hues of seaside colors add a laidback charm to your interior space. Nautical decorations look great with a warm and white backdrop. Choose a space of your choice and give it a complete summer makeover. Paint the walls with any shades of white or beige before you start with your nautical theme. Add some accessories like beach tote or hats to give the space a complete beach-inspired look. A nautical wall décor with some seashell centerpiece or wall hangings will match this theme beautifully.

6. Bright and bold summer decor

This idea is not for those who love warm and pastel shades in their home. Summer is all about flowers, colors and sunshine. Make your home look like a summer-inspired space with some bold and bright hues. A yellow backdrop with some nautical summer room decor, white furniture and lush plants will brighten up your home this summer. Choose a wall in your bedroom or in the hallway to create this theme. Select any color of your choice that goes well with the summer theme. A bright yellow or a bold pink and turquoise makes a perfect summer backdrop. Because you are choosing a bold backdrop, use white or neutral shades of décor and furniture to complete this theme. Add some mirrors, lamps with warm lamp shades and a few decorations. Don’t overcrowd the area with a lot of summer decoration or matching flowers.

7. Summer design Pinwheel centerpiece

Pinwheel paper fans always relate to our childhood summer memories. Create an exceptional bouquet with some handmade pinwheels to add a pop of color to your living space. These paper pinwheels are easy to make. All you need is a variety of colorful cardstock, scissors and a few round fasteners. Use some wires to create the pinwheel stem and you are good to go. These beautiful pinwheels can be made in different lengths to fill the vase. This centerpiece makes a perfect summer decor. Choose some unusual summer shades or bold colors for your pinwheels. Place this vase anywhere you want and you will surely get some complements.

8. Summer-themed living room

Whether you have a small or a huge living room, this summer-inspired theme will perfectly match your living space. Just by changing the theme, you can actually save a lot of money that you might have spent in remodeling your home design. Update your living room walls with some gray or white shade. A neutral shade creates an ideal backdrop for a perfect summer themed décor. Use some neutral colored furniture with some bold accent pillow. Add some bold shades to the wall by choosing any of those coastal themed wall art or abstract painting of your choice. An old window gallery wall is also a perfect option for your summer decoration. Create a centerpiece with a galvanized bucket filled with fresh or artificial flower. This contrast combination makes a strikingly stunning home décor. Place these buckets on your coffee table or any corner of your choice.

9. Tissue paper lanterns

These colorful lanterns not only look great, but these are also easy to make. Add a pop of color and a touch of Japanese style to your home this summer with these colorful summer design paper lanterns. This easy DIY project is fun for each one in your family. Get some of those white paper lanterns to start with this project. Choose some vibrant orange, yellow or pink colored tissue papers for your summer lantern. These colorful summer design lanterns can be used indoors and outdoors too. For a summer themed party, these lanterns make a perfect home décor.

10. Cool summer mantle summer room ideas

When it comes to the modern mantel summer decorating ideas, you cannot go wrong with some bright and fresh floral arrangements. Arrange some fresh pink flowers in a clear vase and give your mantel a summery look. You can use more than one flower vases and create a monochrome effect too. Add some glass jars with seashells or glass showpieces to complete the look. Use this summer design idea to decorate your fireplace mantle or any mantle around your home. This cool summer décor works best for a party night summer room décor arrangement too. You can make these floral arrangements in the last minute to keep the flowers fresh for a longer period.

11. Floral door wreath

A wreath is not just for fall or Christmas. You can create a beautiful floral wreath for your summer decorations too. Use a twig wreath to start with this DIY project. Hot glue some artificial sunflowers to the twig wreath and adorn it with some matching ribbons and embellishments. If you love colors, add flowers of different colors and sizes. Bright yellow flowers and summer blooms look great on this door wreath. Instead of choosing pastel flowers, go for the bold colored ones. This will be a perfect transition from spring to summer. This neutral and bold color combination on the summer décor twig wreath looks great on a dark colored door.

12. Summer themed study room

Your little study corner or library also deserves a cool summer makeover too. Although the classic dark wood and earthy tone combinations are ideal for a library setting, you can brighten up the room’s look with some summer decorations. Bright flowers, neutral backdrop and colorful book boxes will ideally fit your summer house ideas in the study room. Paint your study room in white and choose white library book shelves. Add some floral decorations to highlight the shelves. You can use fresh flowers in clear glass vases. Minimalist décor style suits the theme very beautifully. A polka dot storage box or a damask book box will complement the theme. Don’t forget to add some lights for that nighttime shine.

13. Colorful floral accent pillow

Decorative pillows can accentuate the summer theme home decor and home design. This DIY accent pillow with 3D floral design will add a pop of color in your living room. Choose a white or neutral pillow cover to start with. Select the felt craft fabric of three vibrant colors. You can cut out discs to make petals out of the felt fabrics. Hot glue the petals in a circular manner and create the full bloomed flower on your pillow cover. This accent pillow works great in a neutral themed living room. You can also match the color with your rug, curtains and lighting to complete your theme. This floral pillow makes a perfect accent summer home decor. After all, summer is all about color and freshness.

14. Perfect coastal shadow boxes

Shadow boxes with seashells or organic treasures can be a perfect addition to your coastal themed summer room ideas. You can find a variety of shadow boxes in stores. If a DIY project excites you, create a shadow box on your own. Choose seashells of different shapes and glue them on a white backdrop in a shadow box. You can use one seashell per box or multiple seashells based on your preference. Make two to four shadow boxes to use them for decoration. Coloring the seashells is another option to highlight their shapes too. These beach-themed shadow boxes can be placed on a wall inside your bedroom or at any place you like. You can choose shadow boxes with open in the front style or with a glass enclosure. Add some themed home decor in your beach room with these beach shadow boxes.

15. Colorful bedroom home decor for summer

If you don’t want to change the look of your living space or kitchen this summer, then target your cozy bedroom to give it a new and refreshing summer make over. Decorating your bedroom in summer is easier than you think. Choose some vibrant colored sheets and bedding sets. Match the theme with some white lamps, warm lights and bold decors. If you want a pop of color, add some accent rugs, a decorative seashell centerpiece or a mantle wall decoration on your bedroom wall. You can also choose to give your bedroom wall a new look by adding some accent paints to match your summer theme. Choose some white furniture to make your bedroom look bright and beautiful.

16. Sea-inspired wind chimes for summer room ideas

Summer room ideas are all about creating a cozy and relaxing space. Create a welcoming space in your patio or deck this summer and make your home an inviting setting for summer grilling parties. Add some accent home decor and sea-inspired wind chimes to complete your summer home design theme. You can choose some of those cool hued summer wind chimes with seashells and driftwood or create a wind chime by choosing some faux glass beads, decorative gem stones and colorful shells. Be creative and add some nautical charms or coastal inspired lanterns to make your living space look stunning and appealing. Hang this chime in the patio.

17. Vibrant living room summer decor

A colorful living room not only adds a cool vibe to your home, but also it makes your interiors feel more inviting. When you have a summer theme in mind, you should choose a good color scheme for your living room update. Generate a bold statement by combining some neutral decors and furniture with bold colored walls. You can choose any color of your choice and match it with some classic home décor and furniture. Don’t make your interiors look like a palette of rainbow. Instead choose a single hue and create the theme with various shades of it. Add some prints and solids to complete your theme. For a vibrant summer look, classic green, yellow and orange shades are highly recommended.

18. Beach cottage summer room decor

Remember those cute coastal themed cottage décors at some of those beach front vacation homes. These seashell decors are a perfect choice for your summer room makeover. These stunning pieces are beautifully handcrafted featuring some of the best organic treasures. Add some elegance and beauty to your home interiors with these beach-inspired summer decorating ideas. You can use these seashell photo frames or centerpieces when you choose a coastal summer room décor theme for your home. Make your home a relaxing haven and add some cool decorations this summer. Choose any of these themed décor to complete your summer room decor.

19. Seashell wall summer room decor

Make your home look summer themed with this stunning seashell wall décor. Use it in your bedroom or place it at a corner niche to highlight the wall. Choose from a variety of seashell wall decors sold at local stores. This seashell wall mount décor adds a cool vibe to your interior space. If you are interested in taking up a fun DIY project, enjoy making this seashell wall décor today. Choose star shaped seashells or any seashell of your choice, add some lights and your wall décor is ready. Hang these seashells arbitrarily on the wall and add a nautical charm to complete the coastal theme. Your bedroom wall or living room space will be instantly brightened up with this cool seashell summer design wall décor.

20. Colorful DIY glitter vase decoration

For a floral indoor summer decoration, you don’t have to spend a lot in buying the vases. Use some clear glass vases and glue some glitters on them. These shiny vases can be used for your summer home decoration. You can add fresh flowers to these vases or make some paper flowers from cardboard papers and felt fabric. Create the stem with green colored wire to give it a natural look. Twist the flower stems and add them to these hand-crafted vases. Keep these on your table, side tables, and consoles or over the fireplace mantel. These beautiful glitter vases make a perfect party decoration too. For a themed summer party, you can use these cute little glitter vases with handmade paper flowers as a part of your party decoration.

21. Nautical themed mantel summer room ideas

Nautical theme summer house ideas perfectly match with the coastal decoration for a summer look in your home. Whether you choose a big nautical charm or a rustic looking boat, your nautical themed mantel summer decor will give a refreshing look to your living room. Use paper topiary made from colorful rolled papers on the mantle. This DIY project is a perfect choice for your kids’ craft time. Adding a sailboat to the mantle is a good option too. You can choose any size as per your choice to complete your nautical themed mantel decoration. A few seashells, candle holders, lanterns and some coastal themed showpieces are great décor choices too. Add a backdrop fence or a sailboat paddle to highlight your nautical theme.

22. Patio arrangements summer house ideas

Summer time cannot be enjoyed in a better way without some fun in the outdoors. Whether you want to host a party by the poolside or just want to relax with your family at the patio in a cozy evening, giving your patio a nice and welcoming touch is highly recommended. Start with the furniture selection first. Instead of choosing some neutral furniture, go for the bold ones. Add a patio swing with cushion, some side chairs and some relaxing rockers. Adding some soft colored lanterns, fresh planters and accent rugs will brighten up the area. Don’t go for bulky patio furniture. Instead choose some lightweight and foldable furniture. In this way, you can easily manage maintaining your patio. This summer patio arrangement is a cool way to give your outdoors a refreshing look.

23. Wooden box centerpiece

Pale pastels add some soothing colors that we all love about summer. Create a pastel pink box and add some flowers to create an elegant and charming centerpiece for your table. This box can be easily made at home with few easy steps. If you are not a DIY person, then buy a rustic looking wooden box from outside. Once you have the box handy, you can paint it with a soft pastel color. Add some flowers to the box, and place it over your kitchen island or a mantle. This decorative centerpiece will go really well with vintage furniture. You can use this rustic wooden box to store a few of your items as well. If you want to add a contemporary touch to this vintage box, add some ribbons and use some bold color flowers instead.

24. Summer sunshine in sunroom

Add the soft colors to your interiors to create a perfect summer vibe. Summer is all about colors, warm sunshine and glistening water. Choose some bold color accent pillows, earthy toned decors and neutral furniture for your home this summer. Add greens, floral decorations and lights to make the living space or sunroom look vibrant and beautiful. Select from a wide range of colors, including opal blues, bold yellows, and dusky lilacs. Whether you choose soft hues or bold tones, mix and match a number of patterns while giving a finishing touch to the room. A color scheme with a combination of solids and prints create a stunning look in your home. Choose solid or printed area rugs and match it with curtains, fabrics and artwork.

25. Umbrella door wreath

A door wreath doesn’t have to be a round one. This umbrella wreath will showcase your creativity and add a new look to your entry door. This DIY project will take only five minutes of your time. Choose an umbrella with a twisted handle, ribbon of your choice and some fresh flowers. Prop the umbrella up with its base heading down and standing straight. Tie a bow with the ribbon and tie it to the middle of the umbrella. Now arrange the fresh blooms on the top of the umbrella and your wreath is ready to hang. If you are choosing colorful flowers, then use a neutral colored umbrella. This project gives you endless possibilities to create a stunning wreath for your home.

26. Summer party table arrangement

Choose a vibrant and cool theme when hosting a party this summer. Don’t use the party decors available in store. Instead, use your creative ideas to decorate the party table in a different way. Forget those pricey chargers for your table arrangement. Select the tropical Split-Leaf Philodendron leaves to add a bold color to your party dining table. These bold green leaves under your dishes will create a visually appealing layer. Be creative in using leaves, twines and even flowers on your table. Serve punches on coconut shells or pineapple shells. You can use pineapple leaves to make a tree and succulents in a glass vase to create an attractive centerpiece. Your guests will surely admire your creativity and this colorful summer party arrangement in your home.

27. Laidback coastal mantle summer house ideas

Coastal themed mantle suits perfectly to the summer theme. Go old-school and choose some themed decorations to give your coastal themed mantle a laidback yet elegant look. A vintage lantern, rustic captain’s ship wheel and a nautical backdrop will create the perfect beach vibe. Add some ropes, seashells and candle holders to complete the look. If choosing the minimalist way, then just use the ship wheel, sailboat showpiece and a focal décor on the mantle. This lightly decorated coastal themed mantle will add an instant coastal vibe in your room.

28. Unique floral arrangement

You don’t always have to choose a glass or wooden vase for your floral arrangement. Interior decoration gurus say that a unique shaped flower vase adds a new dimension to the room. Use a bold colored or dark pitcher to make your floral arrangement. If you are using summer white or pink blooms, go for a bold hued pitcher. If using a printed pitcher, choose flowers of neutral tones. Add some greens to this arrangement to brighten up the look. This unique floral arrangement makes a perfect summer table décor. Place it on your dining table as a centerpiece or on a side table in your living room. This exquisite floral arrangement will be a stunning summer party décor too.

29. Coral decorative pillows for summer decoration

If you are choosing a coastal theme for your living room’s summer makeover, then add some decorative pillows with coral prints. You can mix them with some seashell themed decorative pillows too. Your beach inspired living room will be beautifully highlighted with these decorative pillows. Use them on accent chairs or mix and match with your existing pillows on sofa. The choice is all yours. Go the minimalist way to avoid overdoing the theme. Choose some coastal shadow boxes or beach-themed candle holders for the coffee table and mantle decoration. Add some neutral hued curtains or breezy drapery to create a coastal vibe in your room.

30. Decorative summer garlands

Summer Tiki party is a perfect time to catch up with friends and family. Make your party setting look colorful and fun with some perfect summer party decoration. Use some floral garlands to make your party setting look vibrant and welcoming. Floral garlands add a pop of color to your outdoor setting too. You can use these as a part of your indoor summer decoration as well. This tissue tassel garland is an ideal theme décor for a wedding or birthday party too.

31. Organic handmade summer chandelier

Bring some natural element to your living room with this easy DIY organic tree branch chandelier. This stunning handmade piece perfectly matches the summer decoration theme as well. A simple tree branch can make a stunning handmade piece. Start by choosing a beautiful tree branch. Tie some round glass terrarium vases to it. You can later place tea light candles in them. Add some decorations like artificial leaves or birds to the branch to give it a natural look. Hang it over your breakfast area or dining table.

32. Beach inspired breakfast room summer house ideas

Give your breakfast room a makeover this summer too. You have close to endless themes to choose from. Select a nautical or coastal theme to give your breakfast area a new and vibrant look. Paint the walls white and add some coastal inspired decorations. Hang some life preserver tubes. You can add some personalized life preservers too. Complete the nautical theme with some red and blue striped cushions or pillows. For the breakfast table, you can choose a themed table cover and some dining chair cushions too.

33. Bright summer outdoor lights

Choose some different outdoor lighting for your patio this summer. Using solar lights is a good idea as well. You can place some solar powered votives or some solar strings of light to decorate your outdoor space. These lights transform the votive holders into gleaming lanterns once the sun sets. The solar string lights also give enough light to brighten your outdoor space. Whether you have used them for your party setting or created a relaxing patio setting for your family, these lights are perfect choices of bright summer outdoor lights.

34. Rustic driftwood coastal sign

Driftwood showpieces are perfect for a coastal theme. Add some driftwood handcrafted items or rustic looking beach sign to your bedroom wall or beach-inspired living room. This rustic looking driftwood beach sign is an ideal choice too. The unique rustic backdrop with bold white letters gives a natural and eye-catchy look to this sign. These handcrafted natural items make a perfect home décor for summer. Complete with theme with some seashell decorative showpieces and nautical charms. You can use these over your fireplace mantel, bedroom wall and even in your other rooms where you want to create a beach themed cottage look.

35. Seashell vase centerpiece

Undersea treasures are a perfect summer décor choice for your home. Instead of choosing a floral vase or any other centerpiece, create a seashell centerpiece on your own. Choose seashells of various shapes, sizes, and colors. Place them in a tall vase filled with sand at the base. You can also color a few of the seashells to highlight their shape and natural designs. This will also add a pop of color to the seashell vase centerpiece. This beautiful decorative vase can be used as a dining table centerpiece, beach-themed décor for mantel decoration and with some candle holders too.

36. Rainbow effect with paper dahlias

If you are looking forward to colorize your walls to give a spring-summer look, then create the rainbow effect with some handmade paper dahlias. This paper flower DIY project is a perfect craft project for all ages. Choose some vibrant colored Astrobright papers for this project. You can also choose colored papers of various tones for making a single flower. Cut out squares from the colored paper and make cones out of each. Arrange the cones around a disc and glue them. Your paper dahlia flower is ready. Stick these paper dahlias on a neutral colored wall in your home. These handmade flowers make a perfect Easter and summer decoration too.

37. Bright and Sunny

Give you attic or basement room a complete makeover this summer. Make it look bright and sunny with some smart furniture choices, colorful accent pillows, rugs and floral decorations. Summer is all about outdoor fun and sun. Make your room ready for summer with some summer inspired decorations. Hang some straw hats, beach art and decorate the center table with a bright yellow flower vase. If choosing a bright yellow vase, add some light colored flowers for a perfect match. Colorful accent rugs, floral decorative pillows and fresh plants in some pots can be other good décor choices to add in this summer sunshine room.

38. Rustic sea mantel

Rustic fishnets, driftwood and ropes, and seashells remind us of a serene and laidback beach setting. Bring a little beach setting inside your home with this easy-to-make DIY project. Decorate the mantels around your house with some beach-inspired decoration. This can be a perfect DIY project for a lazy afternoon. Spray paint some old wine bottles with red and nautical blue, and wrap some twines around the top to finish. Secure the twine with hot glue. You can also add some small shells attached to a thin fishing line onto this bottle. Add a small dolphin showpiece and a twine wreath on the wall. Place all these items on a rustic looking fishing net on your mantel. Your sea-inspired mantel is ready.

39. Vibrant library setting with hand painted ottoman

Add a bright color to your breakfast nook or corner library room with this hand painted ottoman. Pick an unusual and bold color for the ottoman. Paint the top of your ottoman with a vibrant pink or any color of your choice. Choose a classic print pattern to both the sides and the ends too. Adding whimsical elements to a neatly decorated area will brighten up the vibe. Make sure to choose mellow colored art and furniture to create a balanced look in the room. A perfect combination of bold décor, color and art combination makes the living room or library setting look refreshed and relaxing.

40. Floral hat wreath

Create a door wreath for this summer with your old straw hat. This quick and easy DIY project will be a fun one to work with. You can finish making the wreath well under 15 minutes too. Choose a color of your choice and buy decorative ribbons of that color. Match it with fresh blooms or artificial flowers from a store. Tie the flower bunch with the ribbon and wrap it around the hat. Secure it by tying a bow in the end. Your hat door wreath is ready to use. Decorate your front door with this stunning looking floral wreath to add a cool summer look.

41. Bright summer candle holder

A summer themed table decoration must include something related to the sea, sand and sun. Create a little coastal corner in your home with a themed table decoration. Make candle holders with tall clear glasses. Fill approximately 1/5th of the glass with sand and place a candle in it. You can add shells in the glass to create a beach theme. Make three glass candle holders and place them together on your side table or console table. You can keep these on a tray and add some seashells to the tray for a beautiful coastal themed look. A fishing net, nautical charm and a life preserver tube will add some beach vibe to this setting.

42. Summer inspired living room

A bright and colorful living room makes your living space a more cheerful and relaxing setting. This summer, try something different while changing the look of your living room. Select some white or gray furniture and combine it with bold-colored side tables, quirky looking console tables and vibrant decorative pillows. Look for the patterns and solid colors of same hue or mix and match more than two tones to create this look. Fresh plants in a pot, contemporary floor lamp and area rugs with geometric pattern will also uplift this bold look in your summer inspired living room.

43. Personalized summer banner

Make a fireplace mantle summer banner with a few easy steps. This cute and attractive banner will make your home interiors more inviting and elegant. If you have chosen a nautical themed mantel makeover, you will surely love this summer banner. This DIY project is a perfect craft time for each one in your family. Make this little corner near the fireplace a summer-inspired setting. Put together some coastal themed decors, nautical charms, seashell wall hanging décor and this cute banner. This little summer bunting is easily found at any local store. Use them for several projects or just to create the summer-inspired fireplace corner in your house.

44. DIY Mason jar flower vase

Update your home’s look with these DIY Mason jar in ombre shades. Use two to three pastel shades to create the ombre effect on each jar. Allow each one to dry before using them as a flower vase. Start with the white spray paint base coat and use the pastel shades toward the bottom of the jar. These ombre pastel jars add a pop of color wherever they are used. Add some fresh flowers and decorate any corner of your house that needs a fresh summer makeover.

45. Floral table arrangements

Spruce up a plain dining room with some summer inspired decorations. This is the best and most inexpensive way to give your dining table a summery makeover. Choose fresh and bold colored blooms. A combination of vibrant sunflowers and coral colored blossoms will brighten your table arrangement. If not using fresh flowers, use some silk flowers instead. These will last all summer long without withering. Match the theme with some bright colored napkins and a table runner that complements the look.

46. Summer themed sign

A bright “Hello Sunshine” DIY sign is a perfect addition to your summer home décor. Just with a wood slatted base, you can create this décor art-style sign easily. Use some multi-surface paints, foam brushes and vinyl stencil for this easy DIY project. Choose a light base color for the slatted wood base. Glue the stencil on the base and spray paint the sign to create this beautiful summer décor. Place this sign on a mantel or hang it on the entryway wall. You can create more summer banners with this process and give each corner of your home a new look.

47. DIY beach themed bathroom wall art

Refresh the look of your master bathroom or secondary bathroom with some fresh summer decoration ideas. Choose this easy DIY project to create a modern living room wall art . A polished wooden base or a canvas works best for this project. You will need a vinyl stencil for creating this wall art too. Use multi-surface spray paint of light turquoise shade. Cut out a sea horse on the stencil and attach it on the wooden base with some light glue. Now spray paint on the stencil and allow it to dry. Peel the stencil off and your beach themed bathroom art is ready.

48. Handmade coastal lamp shade

Highlight your dull looking lamp shade with this easy DIY project. This beautiful lamp will accentuate your beach themed room. Use natural stones and shells for this easy project. Glue the pebbles and shells onto the rim of the lampshade and allow it to dry. Add some sands into the lamp base to complete your lamp makeover. This coastal themed lamp can be a trendy décor for summer time. Choose other beach-inspired banners, candle holders and nautical backdrops to complete your theme.

49. Floral wall planters

Fresh green planters add a touch of elegance and summary feel to your home. Choose a plain wall to decorate with these planters. Buy these beautiful wooden bases with planter hangers. Make the glass planters out of clear mason jars. Add some soil and a flowering plant in each. If you want, just use these jars as flower vases. Hang the jars on these planter hangers. This creative planter wall décor will highlight your summer inspired livings pace and interiors beautifully.

While decorating your home this summer, ensure to use a variety of themes for each room. A room with neutral walls and furniture will complement these summer decoration themed very well. Creating a casual vibe in your living space or a coastal setting in your breakfast nook is easy with this theme. Don’t forget to use organic treasures as a part of your decoration. Choosing these ideas for a room or area with lots of natural light is highly recommended. After all, your summer-inspired interiors cannot be complete without some sunshine and lots of natural décor.

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44 Summer Decor Ideas for a Seasonal Sunny Makeover

Let the warm weather and these charming summer decorating ideas influence your next home project.

As temperatures rise and the sun shines longer, it's time to use summer decor ideas for a warm, seasonal refresh. Whether you long for a tropical escape or a calming oasis, summer-inspired design offers endless possibilities for enhancing your home.

Try a fresh color scheme or incorporate new materials as the season changes. Start small and focus on one area of a room, or if you're feeling bold, transform the whole room into a summery haven. Here, we've gathered our favorite summer decor ideas for your seasonal update.

Set a Colorful Table

Consider buying accent dishes and a vibrant tablecloth to add splashes of summertime color and pattern to your next dinner party. Mix bright floral, tropical, or nautical-theme dishes with your everyday plates and bowls. To ramp up your summer decor ideas, clear a small table to create an impromptu bar, and arrange bottles and glassware on a pretty serving tray. Fun elements such as stir sticks and paper umbrellas create a perfectly seasonal look.

Highlight Indoor-Outdoor Design

One of the best summer decor ideas is to connect your indoor and outdoor spaces. Mix patio seating and light fixtures with an indoor area rug in a covered sunroom, or add string lights above a farmhouse table on your porch to create a cozy dining space. Bringing the outdoors inside creates a soothing, relaxed atmosphere synonymous with the warmest months.

Bring Summer to MidMod Spaces

Max Kim-Bee

Decorating with midcentury modern style is a mix between retro and contemporary design. This can create a crisp, clean look for your summer decorating. Opt for whites and creams to keep the atmosphere bright. Choose furniture and decor with organic shapes and geometric lines. Add plants and flowers to the mix to create that indoor-outdoor connection.

Paint Your Front Door

Consider painting your front door for a summer decor idea that's a simple update. Whether you go for a bold shade of yellow or a soft pastel pink, creating a contrast between your door and your home's exterior creates a showstopping style statement. Pair your colorful door with a few planters, and you'll be ready for summer guests.

Update Old Furniture

Give a tired chair or side table new life using high-gloss spray paint in a summery hue, such as sky blue or grassy green. The glossy paint creates a fun lacquered look and gives an old piece a fresh and modern edge. Make sure to properly prime and paint the furniture to help the paint adhere to the surface and wear longer.

Redo Your Backyard for Entertaining

Whether you're planning a large backyard barbeque or cocktails with a few friends, an outdoor bar is a must. Look for an inexpensive cabinet at a flea market or secondhand store to decorate for summer on a budget and store party supplies when not in use. Hang light fixtures for nighttime visibility and bring in a pop of color—bright oranges, yellows, and reds are ideal—to set the summer aura.

Add Summer Colors

If you're looking for an easy summer decor idea, add a bit of color. Whether it's a few pastel pillows or a bold area rug, you can easily create cohesion with neutral furnishings to tie it all together. Add a few plants, and you'll have an indoor-outdoor oasis, perfect for curling up with a good book or summertime sips .

Stay Neutral with Summer Decor Ideas

Edmund Barr

Summer decorating doesn't always have to include bright colors or lively patterns. Neutral colors and natural materials provide a sense of a serene summer afternoon. Materials like wicker , rattan, and linen are easy ways to add a summertime touch to any room in your house.

Go Subtly Nautical

Some of the best summer decor ideas come from the seashore. Find subtle nautical decor to make your home feel like a beach house. Navy blue hues and white stripes should do the trick, or pick up a boat-shaped relic from the flea market.

Let in Light

Julie Soefer

If you need summer decor ideas, change how you think about your space. Picture your home as a summer rental, and you'll see it in a new light. Throw open the doors and windows, pull back the curtains, and get rid of dark, gloomy, or fussy pieces. Stow away heavy accessories, throws, and unnecessary small decor items until it's time to cozy up for fall .

Coastal-Inspired Accents

Another way to decorate for summer is to focus on beachy elements or art pieces. Pair a nautical painting with blue bedding, or maintain a neutral color scheme with a few coastal accessories to create a cozy coastal bedroom . Swap heavy pillows and blankets for lighter fabrics, like linen and cotton, to quickly make your guest bedroom feel like a seaside resort.

Include Contemporary Summer Decor

Elevate your less-is-more look for the summer season. Opt for warmer tones instead of cool blues and grays for a cozy getaway. Choose natural elements and add a few vibrantly-hued summery accents.

Decorate Your Front Porch

With warm weather and a few extra hours of sunlight, the summer months are perfect for dining on your front porch or having a picnic in your yard. Outdoor summer decor ideas can be as simple as adding extra planters on the porch or more seating areas to accommodate guests. Eating outdoors will help you and your family enjoy everything summer offers.

Arrange Summer Flower Displays

Interject bright, summery colors in your home with freshly picked flowers . To make the biggest impact, stick to arrangements featuring warm colors—such as bold oranges, radiant yellows, or vibrant pinks—and save rich reds and deep purples for other seasons.

Add Summery Accessories

Kat Teutsch

You don't need to give your whole room a facelift to incorporate summer decor ideas. Turn a small space, like the top of a dresser or nightstand, into a statement area. Use vibrant art as a backdrop and build on its colors and style with smaller, joy-evoking pieces.

Create a Photo Gallery

Preserve your vacation photos by printing, framing, and arranging them on a gallery wall . This summer decor idea will save money on art and give you a great talking point at parties. Plus, the memories will cure your wanderlust as you plan your next summer vacation.

Spruce Up Your Patio

Summer is as much a state of mind as it is a season, so transform your outdoor spaces with lights , flexible seating, and ample room for gathering. String paper lanterns on tree branches around an outdoor patio to help you entertain well into the night hours. Or, should the weather turn stormy, cozy up by lamplight on a covered porch.

Focus on Color for Summer Decor Ideas

Some of the easiest summer decor ideas involve your outdoor spaces. If you're big into entertaining outdoors , low tables, floor pillows, and strands of string lights set a merry mood. Winning combos of bright colors, such as turquoise, pink, and yellow, create a festive atmosphere perfect for a party.

Keep Things Minimal

Summer is all about light, bright, and airy spaces. Consider painting walls a calmer hue and going for a minimalist approach with simple furniture and decor. Finish the breezy look with decorative lighting to brighten the space at night.

Go with Boho

Kim Cornelison

Free-spirited and airy, boho-style interiors are perfect for a summertime makeover. Using a mix of fun colors and patterns, there are no rules to follow when decorating with this design aesthetic.

Plant Summer Greenery

Carson Downing

Become a plant parent and spruce up your home with all kinds of greenery. With the proper love and care , houseplants are a summer decor idea that will enhance the liveliness and beauty of your home.

Hang Bright, Bold Wallpaper

One of the easiest ways to completely change the feel of a room is to hang wallpaper . Choose something with bright colors, beachy patterns, or both. If you aren't ready to fully commit to a look, opt for peel-and-stick wallpaper that can be swapped out later.

Create Casual Dining Areas

Summer weather offers ample opportunities for outdoor dining—fancy or less formal. Even when hosting something on the casual side, you can find unexpected uses for formal serving pieces. A silver tray can hold pretty glassware, a pitcher can be filled with a delicious summery cocktail, and a champagne bucket makes a great container for an herb plant. Summer party decorations have never looked so good.

Bring In Color Contrast

While lighter shades are typically associated with warmer weather, you can easily decorate for summer by creating contrast in your living spaces. Focus on neutral hues for your walls and furniture, but opt for a darker area rug or curtains to ground the look without completely washing everything out. Add pastel pillows and lightweight throw blankets to add a cheery finishing touch.

Decorate with Warm Tones

Matthew Benson

Say goodbye to the cool blues of winter and hello to summer decor ideas that include bright, warm hues reflecting a sunny summer day. Go for wood tones like cherry, mahogany, and hickory, and accessorize with reds, cheery yellows, and vibrant oranges.

Put Up Summer Wall Decor

Annie Schlechter

Don't overcomplicate your wall decor . Use peel-and-stick hooks or strips to easily hang lightweight decorations for the summer season, like these woven bowls. This method won't damage the paint or wall, and switching out your display as the seasons change is easy.

Incorporate Summery Scents

For a simpler summer decor idea, think about the aroma in your space . To create a summer aesthetic, switch out scents seasonally. While gingerbread and evergreen are great scents for the winter months, shift to ocean breeze or cucumber-melon when it warms up. Plus, candles are quick, inexpensive summer decorations for coffee tables and shelves.

Put Together an Outdoor Living Space

Robert Brinson

Warmer weather draws friends and family outside to gather. Spruce up your outdoor living space with comfort and color. Hang a day bed for a relaxing place to enjoy some alone time or a fun twist on outdoor seating for a get-together. Add welcoming color and pattern with weatherproof pillows.

Choose Navy Blue

David A Land

Navy blue is a nautical color that brings to mind a summer spent boating. Use this dark blue hue as a base color and bring it to life with bright, cheerful accent colors. It's a perfect transitional color for all seasons and can be toned down or livened up depending on the colors you pair with it.

Decorate Your Porch

Summertime is about cookouts and gathering over delicious home-cooked meals. Enhance your porch dining area for the summer season with inviting decor. Adorn your table with cheerful place settings, and add a bouquet in the center for a final touch.

Create a Statement Wall

While summer is known for lighter colors and hues, you can easily brighten dark walls with colorful art. Affordable pieces can be found online or at flea markets and resale shops. A large piece or a collection of smaller pieces also provides the perfect blank-wall solution for large, open rooms and can inspire other summer decor ideas as you match (or contrast) with other colors in the bed linens, pillows, or rugs.

Arrange a Small Bouquet

Brie Williams

Not only will a bouquet of flowers smell delightful, fresh blooms will breathe life into any space. Place a simple arrangement of flowers on a side table for a subtle but elegant elevation to the decor. The display doesn't have to be extravagant; a few stems will look just as good as a large bouquet.

Add Succulents

Summer decorating is all about the greenery. Consider planting succulents in a large shell to add organic appeal to your DIY summer room decor. The tiny plants last long and require little care, making them the perfect addition to a summery tablescape. The natural elements also add texture and character to this chic table display.

Shift Your Living Room's Focus

While a fireplace is a great focal point, consider rearranging your furniture away from it during the summer. Rather than huddling around the hearth, shift the room's focus toward a beautiful window or French doors. Store heavy draperies and hang gossamer sheers that flow with the breezes.

Decorate Your Bedroom for Summer

Bright botanical prints (on bedding or pillows) instantly lift a room's mood—and yours. Keep the wall color neutral and other accessories minimal to make the motif shine. Seasonal duvet covers are a great way to save money while making a statement with summer decor ideas.

Shop for Antique Summer Flair

Brian McWeeney

Summertime is the prime season for flea markets and antique sales. If your interior is more of a rustic, pre-loved style, take this opportunity to find vintage treasures to decorate your home with. Search for relics from the past that include floral patterns and muted greens and pinks.

Design a Wall of Hats

Both stylish and functional, creating a sunhat display on your wall is an easy way to decorate for the season. This effortless decor is also an organization hack to clear out some closet space and show off your hat collection.

Incorporate a Centerpiece

Elevate your dining room table with a sunny summer centerpiece . Find a unique vessel for a bouquet of fresh-picked flowers, then add a wicker tray and pretty dinnerware set for an effortless breakfast nook arrangement.

Head to the Beach

Whether you live on the coast or just love to visit, cover your home in coastal decor for a trendy summer look. Take a walk on the beach and find seashells, coral, or driftwood to display. If you're landlocked, consider a shell-patterned wallpaper or a fresh coat of paint in a coastal-inspired color .

Use Brown Hues

Like the sand on a beach, warm brown tones can infuse a room with a subtle summer scene. Adding the right decor can make your home feel like a quaint summer cottage. Gingham print, linen, and warm-toned wood complete this cozy breakfast nook.

Go Glam for Summer

Get groovy with your summer decor ideas. Not only are disco balls aesthetically pleasing, but by placing them somewhere that gets ample sun, your room will be dancing with the reflections of the tiny mirrors.

Paint it Pink

Decorating with pink is a summer decor idea that adds a soft, graceful feel to the space. Whether you want the pink decor to be a dramatic, eye-catching conversation starter or a subtle, elegant touch, pink will warm up any room in the house.

Add a Practical Pergola

Alyssa Richardson

Enjoy your outdoor entertaining area to its fullest by adding a pergola . Not only are pergolas functional, but they look great too. Dress up your pergola with string lights, hanging plants, or whatever will make it fit your style.

Add a Pop of Color

Carmel Brantley

If your decorating style leans towards black and white or neutral colors, you're working with a clean slate. Choose a couple of elements to swap out for colorful additions. Choose sunshine yellow curtains or sky blue throw pillows. Adding just a splash of color will change the feel of your room without much effort.

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Summer Decor Ideas: Quick Tips

Even with little time or a set budget, it’s possible to turn any house into a cool summery retreat. Consider the following  summer home decor trends  for quick and convenient transformations.

1. Fresh Flowers: Cheerful, Budget-Friendly Summer Decor

Everyone can agree: flowers make such a big difference in a room. Whether store-bought or from the garden, beautiful blooms not only radiate summer energy. They also make the house smell divine. Opt for arrangements in warm, seasonal colors like sunshine yellows, zesty oranges, and bright pinks. Deep reds and rich purples suit other seasons best.

Pro tip: Match your summer home decor to your personal design style. Not sure what that is? Take our Interior Design Style Quiz to find out today.

2. bring in biophilic summer home decor.

Take the fresh flower bouquet a step further with biophilic interior design . Add tropical indoor plants, like peace lilies and kentia palms, for a boost in summertime ambiance. Natural accents such as wood, stone, and cork further enhance the surrounded-by-nature feeling.

One easy way of adding these accents is through summer wall art, like a wood-framed gallery wall. Include vacation photos, abstract leafy artwork, or lush, green nature scenes.

3. Summer Decor Ideas Feature Bright & Happy Accents

Bold and cheery colors are closely associated with summer. Another effortless way of giving a space a summer makeover is by adding accent pieces in shades reminiscent of the season. Bright tones of yellow, fuchsia, coral, and blue can really make a room pop – especially against a light backdrop.

Summer Living Room Decor

Whether calling a sleek city apartment or sweeping mansion home, there are ways in which you can design your living room for summer. Create a laid-back, light, and airy space for relaxing with loved ones this sunny season.

4. Light & Flowy Curtains

It’s incredible what difference new curtains can make as living room summer decor. Swap out any thick, heavy drapes for light, flowy ones during summertime. They’ll make the living room appear cooler and airier – especially when gently swaying in the breeze. 

5. Create a Beachy Vibe with Summer Home Decor

Summertime and beach days go hand in hand. Make every day a beach day by creating a coastal living room. Neutrals and pastels act as the perfect backdrop for more vibrant colors like azure, coral, and teal. For example, pair a white couch with aquamarine scatter cushions.

To complete the look, include seaside-inspired pieces such as:

• Driftwood sculptures
• Jute or sisal rugs
• Weather-worn lanterns
• A statement coral or shell
• Bluegreen glass vases

6. Refresh the Fireplace with Accents

Indeed, fireplaces don’t see much use during the summer months. However, they can still add ambiance to living rooms. Instead of stacking them with firewood, get creative and place a planter, driftwood, or pieces of coral inside. As for summer mantel decor, consider petite vases of fresh flowers, succulents, fruit, or other items that remind you of summertime.

You can also channel the tranquility of a spa getaway by pairing green and white. The refreshing combination is undeniably enchanting and sure to promote feelings of relaxation and peace.  

Summer Kitchen Decor

Keep things fresh and simple in the kitchen this summer. That goes for meals, as well as interior design. For designer-approved tips and tricks on creating a casual cooking area, consider the following summer kitchen decor ideas.

7. Go All-Out on the Bar Area

Few seasonal treats are as refreshing as a fruity cocktail on a hot summer’s day. Assign a corner of the kitchen to cocktail-making and turn a drink station into a feature. Be sure to display classy cocktail glasses and bar equipment, along with elegant bottles of liquor. When faced with limited countertop space, invest in a console or even a bar cart.

8. Outdoor Kitchen + Summer Decor = The Perfect Match

There’s no better time to enjoy al fresco meals than summer. Take full advantage of the good weather with an outdoor kitchen. Wicker or rattan furniture work especially well for an adjoining outdoor dining area because of their cool and casual air.

9. Use Seasonal Produce as Summer Home Decor

That’s right – seasonal fruit makes for a summery focal point that’s equal parts lovely and simple. Yellow citrus and red or green apples are particularly eye-catching, thanks to their vibrant colors. Just fill a beautiful bowl with fruit and place it alongside a vase of flowers on the kitchen island for an effortless summer arrangement.

Summer Bedroom Ideas

Summer room ideas should also extend to the bedroom. Breathe new life into this important space to enjoy relaxation and sweet dreams, guaranteed.

10. Sea-side Summer Bedroom Decor Ideas

Inspired by serene beaches and azure seas, coastal decor can infuse your summer bedroom with a refreshing, relaxed vibe. Think soft blues, crisp whites, and natural materials to create your own seaside escape, right at home.

11. Opt for Natural Lamp Shades

Yes, white lampshades are classic. However, swapping them for richer beige or wheat ones will mimic the warm and cheery sensations associated with summer. The bold may even like to change their lampshades to a vivid tone that’s analogous to their bedroom’s palette. It’ll make them stand out and add to the fun.

12. Classic Summer Decor Ideas for Bedrooms: Natural Patterns

Incorporate bold botanical patterns into the bedroom for a lively summer atmosphere. There are plenty of ways to do this, including wallpaper, bedding, and accessories. Of these, bedding is the easiest, most affordable way of creating a bright summer bedroom. Just keep in mind that vivid bedsheets look best in a room with neutral walls and minimal accessories.

Summer Front Door Decor

Put visitors at ease with a warm welcome at the front door. After all, summer house decor works best when used throughout the home, right from the first point of contact.

13. Paint the Patio Furniture for a Summer Decor Refresh

Give your patio or front porch a new lease on life with a fresh coat of paint in a stenciled pattern – it’s a simple  yet stylish solution. Choose a happy summer color to embrace the spirit of the season.

14. Add Chiming Summer Home Decor

Lanterns and lighting can completely transform your summer front porch, adding warmth and a welcoming vibe. Not only do they provide beautiful, soft illumination for those relaxing summer evenings, but they also serve as stylish decor pieces that enhance the aesthetic appeal of your outdoor space. From vintage lanterns to modern string lights, these luminous elements are perfect for creating a cozy, inviting ambiance.

15. Plush Summer Decor: Porch Swing Piled High with Pillows

Putting up a porch swing by the front door is one of the  best summer investments. Make lounging around, even more, relaxing by including plenty of playful, plush throw pillows.

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51 Summer Decor Ideas That Are As Hot As The Weather

Considering how sweltering the South gets in the summer, that's saying a lot.

Summertime is a state of mind as much as it is a season. In summer, we want our homes to reflect that same sunshine-y mindset and complement the climate outside. As soon as the season starts and through the dog days of summer , you’ll find Southern homes adorned with sweet florals and bright colors. This extra special and extra hot time of year is also the perfect time to embrace decor inspired by coastal design , like beachy color palettes and nautical nods, and tropical motifs, like summer fruit and palm leaves galore. 

It’s also the time of year when we are most thankful for outdoor living spaces in our homes, lawns, and gardens. We take full advantage of our porches and patios , both for daily lounging and for entertaining guests throughout the summer. So in addition to our homes’ interior spaces, our exterior spots need to be in tip-top shape too. Luckily, we’ve got you covered on both fronts. Here are our best seasonal decor ideas made for summer.

Imitate Lighting Bugs

Charming fairy lights instantly turn any summer space whimsical. Float them around a porch, patio, or yard to create a summer haven with the magic of faux fireflies.

Coral Craze

Summer decorating is all about the color schemes. The goal is light, bright, and playful. Pinkish-orange coral checks all the boxes.

Cabbage Ware

ROBBIE CAPONETTO

No need to retire your prized cabbage and lettuce ware once spring shifts into summer. We can't get enough of these leafy green table settings all season long.

Refreshing Bar Cart

An afternoon spent outside in the summer calls for something refreshing to sip on. Fill a portable bar cart with refreshing beverages and pretty glassware for your crew to cool down with.

A Pastel Take On A Classic Color Palette

Blue and white are a color combination that we'll never tire of, whether it's for homes or china patterns . In the summertime, a lightened up blue and white pairing hits the mark for a perfectly cool and airy look.

Tropical Palms

HECTOR MANUEL SANCHEZ; Styled by Kathleen Varner

In addition to floral bouquets, consider incorporating palm leaves into your summer home. A fanned-out palm leaf adds a tropical ambience and looks stunning in a vase or arranged on its own .

Seashell Chic

Decorate your home with shells collected from your last family trip to the beach. They're both a stylish bit of decor and a pleasant reminder of how much fun you had gathering them.

Shady Umbrellas

When decorating an outdoor space, be sure to plan an option for shade. That summer sun beats down hard and a statuesque umbrella is a great way to protect from those rays while contributing to the design. These swanky twin umbrellas would fit in just fine at a country club and remind us of days at the beach.

Summer Bouquets

Summer blooms deserve to be displayed proudly. Gather the latest seasonal blossoms from your flower garden or a local shop to bring life and color throughout your home.

Colorful Glassware

Add a pop of playful color to your tablescape to get it ready for summer. Colorful stemware and glasses are a force to be reckoned with for entertaining all summer long.

Retro Cooler

Take full advantage of that summer heat by embracing an indoor-outdoor lifestyle. Spending more time outside, however, demands some refreshments to cool off. This retro picnic cooler will keep your drinks and snacks equally as cool as it looks lounging on your porch or patio.

Summer Napkin Rings

When it comes to taking your table settings to the next level, it's all in the details. A dainty napkin ring is guaranteed to jazz up your set-up.

Sweet Tea Station

There's nothing quite like sipping on sweet tea in the summer. Bonus points if you have a porch swing or rocking chair to lounge on while doing so. Make this staple Southern experience easier by arranging an attractive sweet tea station on a bar cart or coffee table so guests can help themselves to more and top their tea with their favorite summer fruits.

Curated Vases

In order to show off those summer blooms, you're going to need an assortment of vases . We stand by that there's five different types of vases that every Southerner should own to see you through every flower arranging whim.

Red, White, And Blue

Why limit your best patriotic decor to the Fourth of July? Show off a tasteful red, white, and blue color palette throughout the whole summer.

Porch Swing

Ah, to be rocking gently on a porch swing , long a classic element in outdoor furniture in the summertime. Installing a porch swing has the power to uplift many summer days to come.

Wicker Wonderland

Natural materials dominate our homes during the summer because they bring life to any space they occupy. We especially love wicker furniture in our outdoor spaces, which translates to stunning rattan inside.

Summer Container Garden

Plant terra cotta pots, raised beds, and window baskets full of summer's loveliest flora . This way, both your vessel and your blooms can make a gorgeous, decorative statement.

Flowers, Flowers, And More Flowers

Truly, we'll never get sick of summer florals decorating our homes. Bring them on. Then bring even more.

Vertical Garden

Vertical gardens are a visually stunning and space-saving solution for summer gardening. Decorate your home exterior or fence with a pretty hanging garden that turns your plants into decor.

Festive Fruits

Southern homes are no strangers to a decorative bowl full of lemons or pears. In the summer, we're embracing fruit as decor more than ever.

ALISON GOOTEE; Styling by Dakota Willimon

Once the weather gets warm , you can bet that we'll be donning this dainty pattern everywhere from our clothes to our homes.

Summer Camp Core

Decorate your home in the summer to evoke childhood summers past. A sweet and nostalgic summer camp-like home is one that will feel welcoming and charming all season long.

Rustic Whimsy

Use rich beige colors, textured fabrics like burlap, and patinated accessories to build a rustic summer wonderland. Go this route and your summer space will feel like a fairytale come to life.

Swap Out The Throws

If you're unsure where to start with seasonal decorating, throw pillows and blankets are a great place to start. Replace your heavy blankets with ones that are lighter—both in weight and color—and swap your throw pillow covers for a more seasonal pattern.

Beautiful Bird Bath

Backyard bird-watchers already know the value of good seed and an accessible bird feeder. A bird bath is a stunning addition for any lawn visually, but will also give wildlife a chance to cool off from the summer heat.

Cute Cabana

A cabana is an easy way to give yourself a new place to set up shop all summer long. Raise a shady cabana right in the middle of your garden so that you can lounge around without catching too many rays.

Fun And Games

Interactive decor is as engaging as it is good-looking. This life-sized chess set ensures many fun summer afternoons challenging friends and family.

Bountiful Arbor

Expand your garden to include a lounge space you can spend time in with the help of an arbor. Be sure to plant climbing vines and flowers to best complement your outdoor space.

Nautical Details

Add small nautical details into your home to make it decidedly ready for the season without too big a hassle. If a bit of decor features an anchor, lantern, or a lighthouse, odds are we want it in our homes.

Classic Rocking Chair

There's nothing quite like sitting in a rocking chair on a porch in the summer, slowly swinging to and fro and sipping on a refreshing sweet tea . A rocking chair is an iconic Southern design staple and we can't imagine summertime without one.

Gone Fishing

In addition to shells and other beachy finds, decorate with sea creature motifs too. Fish and other wild life make for great design inspiration.

Island Time

Lean into an island-inspired look by incorporating elements usually suited to a beach house. Even if you're land-locked, wicker-like rattan, drift-wood, and palm trees will always have a stunning place in the home during the summer.

Outdoor Oasis

Create a functional outdoor space to take full advantage of the warm weather. This slice of heaven is perfect for a dinner party or just relaxing outside, thanks to a shady arbor, lots of seating, and hanging lights that transform the space into a whimsical escape.

Don't Shy From Dark Furniture

We often associate summer decorating with light whites and bright colors. However, dark, grounding blacks still certainly have their place. We love the stark contrast of a deep black or brown with summery hues.

Pack Up The Fireplace

Retire your fireplace for the summer season. It's hot enough in the South that you won't be needing it. Cover it with a charming screen or use a potted plant to fill the space.

Take Coastal Cues

No matter how many miles separate your home from a coastline, summer is a free pass to transform your home into a coastal oasis as though the shore is just outside your window. Embrace a seaside home aesthetic including natural materials and a color scheme reminiscent of the beach.

Colorful Front Door

We love a vibrant door all year long, but this trend is especially lovely during the summer months. Add a pop of color by painting your front door an eye-catching, high-contrast hue.

Outdoor Chandelier

In the South, we cherish our porches and patios . Whichever one you have, take it to the next level with a stunning chandelier.

Sunshine-y Shades

There's no color more well-suited for summertime than a bright, sunny yellow. Add yellow accents to decorate your home seasonally or fully embrace yellow decor year-round.

Set A Bright Table

MURIEL SILVA

In spring and summer, a fun and floral table setting can brighten up any meal. Pull out all the stops to accompany your favorite china and silverware with decorative place mats, napkins , centerpieces, and accessories.

Zesty Prints

Brie Williams; Styling: Kendra Surface

In addition to florals, fruits are a stellar decoration to celebrate the season. This wallpaper stuns with refreshing citrus.

Campfire Pit

Imagine cozying up around the campfire on a summer evening. Build or buy a fire pit and surround it by some easy seating for many memorable nights of conversation and roasting marshmallows around the campfire.

Stylish Sunroom

Brian Woodcock; Styling: Page Mullins

If your home includes a sunroom, there's no doubt that it's the place to be all summer long. Prepare the space for many a long afternoon, and for guests too, by giving it a good refresh before the start of the season.

This is one summer idea perfect for a modern farmhouse-styled home. Commemorate the dog days of summer with a charming and rustic rooster theme that's reminiscent of nostalgic days in Grandma's kitchen .

Tropical Prints

Break out bright, bold prints to decorate your home this summer. Choose centerpieces like furniture with island motifs or go for accessories like throw pillows or curtains in these patterns.

Light And Airy

Opt for an easy, breezy summer home filled with soft, cool tones and bright whites. This is a look that will work weather your home decor leans toward rustic or has a flare for the modern.

When in doubt, add more hydrangeas. This Southern favorite flower will always be welcome in and around our homes in the summertime.

Summery Seat Cushions

When looking for small adjustments you can make to celebrate the season, seat cushions are a stellar place to start. Swap out your standard cushions on the porch, patio, or in the dining room for a bright, playful pattern.

Pops Of Pink

Heather Halbert

Bring on the pink. We can't get enough of this playful color in our homes all year long, but it is especially well-suited to sweet summer days.

Under The Oaks

CARMEL BRANTLEY

This shady, lemon-dotted table is set beneath a large tree, perfect for a summertime family gathering. The table is set to complement an al fresco dinner party with place cards from stationary designer-made paper goods brand Casa Felix .

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Summer Decorating Ideas For Every Room Of Your House

The summer season is splendid but short so it’s important to embrace every moment, and that includes bringing the relaxed, breezy vibe into every room of your home. From powder rooms to playrooms, here are our favorite summer decorating ideas for a laid-back look that’s like a breath of fresh air.

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The Country Dining Room

A weathered ceiling (in this case, fencing salvaged from a nearby horse paddock) brings the feel of al fresco dining indoors .

The City Rooftop Deck

You’d hardly know this rooftop oasis is in the heart of the city thanks to a jungle of plants and collapsible beach chairs.

The Laundry Room

Even utilitarian spaces can reap the benefits of summer style, from terracotta pots to pale blue trim around window and baseboards.

The Open-Concept Main Floor

Designer Natalie Chong admits “I don’t match — ever! — but I’ll have some sort of consistency or repeating theme.” In this living space, the kitchen, dining room and living area feel cohesive thanks to California-themed art prints, a sisal rug and warm wood tones.

The Breakfast Area

Start your morning off right with French bistro-inspired chairs that will have you feeling like you’re on a European vacation.

The Suburban Backyard

“It’s much harder working on my own garden,” says landscape designer Meredyth Hilton of Toronto firm  Artistic Gardens . Here, she used plush seating and a wooden trough filled with perennials to form a comfortable and approachable seating area.

The Home Office

When you’re stuck behind a computer during sunny weather, make the most of it by placing your desk next to a window or door to let the balmy breeze blow in.

The Play Room

When the humidex soars and the A/C is your only option, bring the summer feel indoors with beachy artwork in a kids’ playroom, like designer Sarah Hartill did in her own Toronto home.

The Basement Bathroom

Swap regular towels for striped Turkish hammams which dry quickly and have a nautical feel.

The Arts & Crafts Area

Try painting the legs of your kids’ crafts table a juicy popsicle-inspired color like watermelon or raspberry.

The Mudroom

Designer Sarah Richardson never says no to a cool color palette — especially in her own homes. In her Starlight Farm country house, she varied shades of blue, white and grey in the mudroom.

The Kid’s Bedroom

Try a fun rainbow DIY paint project in your child’s bedroom to give it an endless summer attitude.

The Kitchen Sink

Leave it to Cory DeFrancisco, the principal designer of Muskoka Living , to outfit his kitchen with woven cotton island lights that resemble a quintessential cottage cable-knit sweater.

The Entryway

Take inspiration from designer Sam Sacks and paint your front door in a green hue reminiscent of garden moss.

The Basement Powder Room

Chalk drawings on the sidewalk are a summer sight you can bring indoors by painting walls with chalk paint.

The Reading Nook

Relax with a good read in a linen armchair (especially one with a washable slipcover!). The wrinkled material is the epitome of carefree summer style.

The Cottage Dining Room

Comfortable woven chairs with throw blankets draped on the arms make summer dinners even more enjoyable.

The Principal Bathtub

Even an ultra-luxe space like this principal bathroom can benefit from a foraged branch. Simply cut a branch from your backyard and place it in a sturdy vase to bring the outdoors in.

The Guest Room

Wonderfully worn woven baskets offer inexpensive impact when hung on a wall. Look for them at summer flea markets.

The Teens’ Bedroom

Plaid looks great year-round but it can feel especially summery when the colorway has teal or light green woven in.

The Coffee Bar

“A sink skirt is an old-fashioned cottage trick,” says designer Emily Griffin . Take the rustic look one step further by filling vintage jugs with fresh blooms on your countertop.

The Kitchen Island

Take inspiration from this nautical Connecticut kitchen — which was designed by   Tommy Smythe  and  Lindsay Mens while they were at Sarah Richardson Design. The striped roman blinds and chevron-patterned bistro stools bring a beachy feel to this space.

The Guest Bathroom

Shiplap gives any room cottage appeal and, believe it or not, you can install it yourself. Check out YouTube for countless helpful videos and thank us later when your guests give rave reviews.

The City Patio

Some summer nights can be a touch chilly, so consider adding a gas or propane fire pit into your backyard. In many cities, real wood-burning fires are prohibited so this is a great alternative.

The Upstairs Hallway

Don’t overlook walkways or hallways when decking out your house for summer. Here, inexpensive fishing lures are framed en masse for graphic impact.

The Nursery

Your baby’s bedroom can reap the rewards of summer style with light green drapery or a botanical wallpaper.

The Kids’ Bath

Watery blue tiles, a light cane chair and a hanging plant impart a blissful July-August feel year-round.

The Covered Porch

If you’re lucky enough to have a screened-in porch, make the most of it with sofas and chairs that are so comfortable you’d swear you were in your living room. For bonus points, accessorize with a lantern on the table and a fern in the corner.

The Cottage Guest Room

Take nautical blue and white to new heights by trying the color combo on your headboard, bed linens, rug and bench.

The City Dining Room

A pair of gauzy pendant lights are reminiscent of paper lanterns you’d light on a beach at night.

An oversized fiddle leaf fig tree and blond wood bench give off a summer resort feel from the moment you walk in the door.

The Ensuite Vanity

Palm wallpaper doesn’t have to be your typical green. In this principal bathroom, pale grey makes the patterned paper look understated but still impactful.

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Fantastic Summer Homework Ideas for High Schoolers

If your high schoolers are anything like my high schoolers, they love spending time talking about how bored they are. Yet for whatever reason, that talk never turns into action. Nothing seems to change at the end of the year, as kids are making plans for what they will be doing, or not be doing, over the summer. I always enjoy making an addition to their plans–a little bit of summer homework from their (not always) favorite art teacher. For me, there are always a few of ways to go about it–required summer homework and optional summer homework.

Required Work

For my students who will be in AP Studio Art , I require that they complete 2 projects over the summer that are “portfolio-worthy”. I type out assignment sheets for 3 projects with in-depth explanations. However, each of the three has enough open-endedness within a theme to allow students room for expression and personal voice. If students don’t like any of those 3 projects, or don’t want to do them, I allow them to complete projects of their own choosing. As long as the quality is there, I am open to just about any idea they bring to me.

Photography List

In addition, I send AP students home for the summer with a checklist of photography subjects. The photos students take are referenced and utilized throughout the year in a myriad of projects. The more images they come in with, the better. Many students end up using the cameras on their phones, which is OK because the quality doesn’t have to be stellar. The idea here is not for the photos to serve as the art project, per se; the idea is to have a library of images that can serve as backgrounds, design elements, and inspiration for them come fall.

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Optional Work

For the rest of my students, summer homework is optional. I have a list of projects that I give to whoever may want it, and to a few others that I think might just take on the challenge. These are more lighthearted, fun projects that could take all kinds of different directions. I think it goes without saying, but if kids enjoy the work they are doing, they are more likely to complete it.

Here are a few ideas I like to use:

• Have a friend pose for you. In 20 minutes draw 20 poses. Go!
• Create a drawing or painting inspired by song lyrics or a piece of writing.
• Create a time-lapse video of you working on a drawing or sculpture.
• Sculpt your favorite food out of mud or sand. Photograph it from multiple angles.
• Visit someplace colorful–a farmer’s market, a flower shop, a candy store, or a museum. Make art inspired by the location.

Media Consumption

Lastly, I love to have students take the time to look up interesting artists using not only books and websites, but videos and other media. Artists my students really respond to are Banksy, Robert Longo, Maya Lin, Cheeming Boey, Kara Walker, James Turrell, and Kehinde Wiley. The Art 21 series from PBS is also a great resource. The key is to make the artist interesting enough that kids want to look at more of their work and learn more about the art being made.

Whether your students are making work because they want to or making work because they have to, summer homework is a great avenue to keep them involved and engaged over the summer. There is undoubtedly a challenge in seeing that work is actually completed, but if it is, students come back to the next school year with renewed energy, more confidence, and hopefully a little better understanding of their own art and the art of others.

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Tim Bogatz is AOEU’s Content & PD Event Manager and a former AOEU Writer and high school art educator. He focuses on creativity development, problem-solving, and higher-order thinking skills in the art room.

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Summer homework may start as early as elementary school, but you don’t have to do it the way it’s always been done! Veteran educators like third-grade teacher Alycia Zimmerman have spent time thinking about how to make summer homework meaningful and interesting enough that students buy in—and even want to do it.  

Read on for Zimmerman’s summer homework game plan and ideas for how to make summer assignments more fun for everyone.

1. Try a New Student Meet and Greet

If possible, meet your incoming students before summer break (even if it’s virtual!) to instill the importance of summer learning.

At the end of the school year, coordinate with the teachers of your incoming students to swap classes for a period. Introduce yourselves to your future students and build excitement for the fun and challenging learning ahead and the very “grown-up” summer homework you will assign.

“We’ve been far more successful in instilling the importance of our summer assignments when presenting about it face-to-face rather than just sending a packet of directions home cold,” says Zimmernan. “The students sit on the edges of their seats as we talk about the importance of summer reading and our certainty that they will do everything they can to 'keep their brains healthy, pink, and strong’ over the summer.”

2. Emphasize the Importance of Summer Reading

Talk about the best summer assignment of all: diving into books!

Reading should be a treat, not a menial assignment, so Zimmerman doesn’t feel guilty about making reading the bulk of her summer homework. Here are some of her most effective strategies for promoting summer reading:

Have students fill out a log  to keep track of the books and other texts they read over the summer. It isn’t necessary to require a certain number of books or specific titles. Simply ask that they find books they love and spend lots of time reading them.

Have your current students write book reviews of their favorite titles to send home with your rising students. Invite your current students to serve as reading ambassadors and speak to the younger students about the importance and joys of reading. When coming from slightly older peers, the message is very well received.

And of course: Sign your students up for the Scholastic Summer Reading Program ! From May 9 to August 19, your students can visit Scholastic Home Base to participate in the free, fun, and safe  summer reading program . As part of the program, kids can read e-books, attend author events, and keep Reading Streaks™ to help unlock a donation of 100K books from Scholastic – distributed to kids with limited or no access to books by Save the Children. 

3. Share Fun and Educational Activities

Direct your students to fun (and educational) activities.

When considering other homework, the best options are activities that students will be motivated to do because they’re entertaining. 

Give your incoming students the “everything is better in moderation” speech so they understand that they shouldn’t play hours of computer games every day this summer. If possible, send them home with printable and book-based packs to polish their skills for the year ahead (you can even pair these with your own assignments): 

4. Connect Through the Mail 

Stay connected with your students over the summer through cards.

Giving incoming students the opportunity to connect with you and with each other can motivate them to complete summer assignments. Here’s one plan for connecting via letters:

Have your incoming students mail you a letter of introduction. Explain that you want to hear about their summer activities, their hobbies, their families, and anything special they want you to know before the school year begins.

When you receive letters from your students, send a postcard back with a brief response. Tell them a bit about your summer plan, and let them know you can’t wait to see them in the fall. 

Encourage them to write again!

You can also pair up students and have them write to each other over the summer. In September, they can bring their pen pal letters to class to display on the bulletin board.

Take advantage of everyone’s increasing familiarity with virtual resources by connecting online, too! Post a short video, article, or question once a week on your classroom's online platform, and invite both incoming students and rising former students to write their thoughts in the comments section. Be sure to moderate their comments and enjoy their back-and-forth dialogues as they engage with each other.

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Let’s Summer: Vacation Home Decor Ideas

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By: Katie Mckenna Oleary

Investing in a vacation home is an exciting undertaking. And with the right decor, you can transform any vacation home into a luxe getaway. While decorating a vacation home is similar to designing a primary residence, there are a few key differences. Vacation home decor is all about drawing inspiration from your location, optimizing privacy, and getting bolder than you would with decorating your primary home. We’ve rounded up some of our favorite vacation home design tips to get your creative juices flowing.

Every vacation home serves as a gateway to unique experiences—and their decor should reflect them. For instance, you probably wouldn’t expect the same ambiance at a beach home and a ski cabin. Incorporating your location into your vacation home decor is a great way to provide a fully immersive experience that makes you feel fully removed from everyday life. Avoid being too literal – no seashells in every room! Instead, think of subtle ways to bring your surroundings into your vacation home décor. Consider coastal rugs or breezy outdoor curtains to capture a tropical feel in your beach home. Or incorporate rustic textures – like these amazing hand-crafted pieces from Fire Pit Art – and homey furniture to give your mountain home a rugged feel. The little nuances go a long way toward making your vacation home décor pop.

Vacation homes provide an opportunity to decorate in a way you probably wouldn’t in everyday settings – so get bold! Don’t be afraid to get creative with your vacation home décor choices, trying unexpected pattern combinations or even large statement pieces. If vacation home decorating seems intimidating, consider partnering with a designer for ideas. A designer can help you navigate the decorating process and guide you out of your comfort zone. Further, a designer can be a great resource for coming up with vacation home design ideas you love but would have never gone for on your own.

Incorporate Elements of Privacy

Privacy is one of the trademarks of a truly relaxing vacation. Incorporating elements of privacy into your vacation home decor is a great way to transform your home into a serene getaway. Consider creating quiet, comfortable nooks throughout your home for reading or cozying up with a cup of tea or a glass of wine. If your vacation home has an outdoor space, consider adding decor elements that create a private feel. A faux hedge is a great element that adds both privacy and aesthetic appeal. Or choose outdoor curtains to create both a resort feel and a private atmosphere.

Decorating the inside of a vacation home is certainly important. However, there’s a good chance that you’ll end up spending most of your time outside—especially if you use your vacation home during the summer. Therefore, it’s important to prioritize creating a beautiful and comfortable outdoor space that you’ll love to hang out in. When it comes to vacation home decor for your outdoor spaces one of the most important elements is furniture. Be sure to invest in furniture that matches your design aesthetic but is also comfortable and durable. Additionally, small details like outdoor lights will give your space extra charm.

Vacation homes offer a unique canvas for decorating. With these simple vacation home design tips, you can approach your vacation home decor with ease. For additional decor and outdoor living tips, follow us on Instagram or subscribe to our email list.

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16 Staycation Ideas: How to Create the Ultimate Summer Vacation at Home

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Recreate a spa in your bathroom

One of the most popular staycation ideas is transforming your bathroom into a spa. Luckily, you don’t have to sacrifice relaxation during your staycation. With a few simple changes, you can easily recreate a tranquil retreat in your bathroom or en suite.

1. Clear out any visible counter clutter Make sure to tidy up your bathroom and clear off any clutter on the countertops. Now’s a great time to throw out any old products you haven’t used in a while and make your space as clean as possible.

2. Light candles and set up oil diffusers Whether you have extra candles lying around in a cabinet or prefer to use essential oils, now’s the time to bring them out. Scents of lavender and bergamot essential oils will help bring that spa feel to your home. If you want a beach-side atmosphere instead, consider lighting a coconut vanilla candle.

3. Splurge on the amenities While spending a spa day in your bathroom may not seem like the most luxurious at-home vacation, it can be with some new towels, robes, and other spa favorites. Splurging on nice towels will bring a luxurious feel to your normal bathroom and maybe even pick up some spa essentials from your favorite local spa to really feel like you’re on vacation.

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You’ve likely been spending a lot of time in your living room these days and are getting used to the same scenery. If you’re looking for a more unique staycation idea, then consider updating your living room. With a few redecorating tips you can transform your living room into a brand new space reminiscent of a hotel lounge. 

4. Rearrange your furniture Give new life to your living space by rearranging your furniture in a way you hadn’t thought of before. Try moving your couch across the room or pulling some lounge chairs from another room in your house. By simply moving around furniture in your living room or consulting with an interior designer, you can easily create a new look. 

5. Change up pillows, throws, and decor Sprucing up your current decor is an easy way to upgrade to your living room and bring that vacation feeling to life. Think about switching out pillow covers or blankets to something more colorful. Another easy swap is changing up your bookshelves by displaying trinkets from past vacations or adding some travel books to your coffee table. 

6. Create a minibar If you’ve always wanted to decorate your end tables with liquor bottles or set up a minibar in the corner of the room, test it out. All you’ll need is a table to house your favorite drinks, as well as some cocktail supplies like glasses, shakers, and stirrers for a simple yet functional minibar. This may be one of the staycation ideas you end up liking so much that it becomes a permanent home bar setup after your staycation has ended. 

Turn your dining space into a restaurant

This is one of the simplest, yet most transformative staycation ideas. By easily changing the feel of your dining room, you can make it more reminiscent of a cozy restaurant for a date night or a cafe you’d find on vacation. 

7. Add flowers or plants to create a centerpiece Order a nice flower arrangement from your favorite florist or take some flowers from your backyard to spruce up the interior of your kitchen. If you have access to a garden center, pick up some plants that remind you of your favorite summer vacation spots to create a colorful centerpiece for your dining table. 

8. Make use of your formal dining room and nice dishware When was the last time you ate dinner in your formal dining room that wasn’t for a holiday or special occasion? Treat your staycation like a special occasion and have your meals in your dining room. Better yet, put your nicer dishware to use as if you were dining at a Michelin star restaurant for a date night. 

9. Turn your outdoor space into a cozy dining area There’s no need to worry about forgetting to book an outdoor table at your favorite restaurant when you vacation at home. Adding a seating or dining area will upgrade your staycation. If your outdoor tables have seen better days, spend an afternoon cleaning off that furniture or adding a fresh coat of paint or lacquer to those well-loved dining chairs.

Spruce up your backyard 

Whether you live in a condo in Dallas and just have a small patio, or you live in Phoenix with a large backyard and a pool, there’s a handful of simple updates you can do to give your backyard a resort-like feel.

10. Freshen up your garden with new plants Make your backyard feel more like a paradise by planting some new flowers or greenery. Whether that’s adding in-season plants or experimenting with a new flower, like gardenias, they’ll add a paradise-like feel and give new life to your backyard. If you don’t have a green thumb, contact your local landscaping company to turn your garden into a tropical paradise. 

11. Give your outdoor furniture an upgrade Whether that’s re-paneling your Adirondack chairs or purchasing some new outdoor cushions for your pool lounges,changing up your outdoor furniture can make all the difference. If you’ve been meaning to invest in a new patio table or a cozy hammock chair, what better time than before your staycation? 

12. Brighten up your backyard with lights By adding some new lights to your backyard or patio, it’ll upgrade your staycation evenings as the sun sets. The options are endless, from simple LED tiki torches to having a professional install a custom lighting landscape. Adding lights will bring that magical vacation feel to your backyard and keep your staycation going throughout the summer.

13. Set up an outdoor audio system Whether you’re planning on dining in your backyard or setting up a movie night , you’ll want to add speakers or a sound system to your outdoor space. Think about investing in an audio setup that works throughout your home as well as outdoors, making it useful throughout the year. This simple upgrade will help transform your backyard into the ultimate staycation set-up.

Transform your bedroom into a hotel suite

For many people, escaping to a relaxing destination and staying at a nice hotel is one of the best parts of a vacation. You can easily transform your current bedroom into a luxury escape with a few tweaks to your current decor. 

14. Switch your bed linens Chances are you have a spare bedding set saved for the occasional house guest, so now’s the time to break it out. Switching out your current bedding for freshly cleaned white linens will help evoke that tranquil calmness of a resort during your staycation.

15. Spend the night in your guest bedroom Better yet, if you’ve got a spare bedroom, plan to spend your staycation nights here. Without guests, your spare bedroom may be going unused, so make use of it as your dedicated hotel room. You’ll get a break from your normal nightly routine and wake up to different scenery without having to change a thing. 

16. Update your framed photos with vacation photos Spice up your current decor with pictures of those far-away places you planned on traveling to this summer, like a beautiful national park. Print out your favorite photos, or ones from past vacations, to remind you of the pristine beaches or evergreen forests while you enjoy your vacation at home. 

Mekaila is a part of the content marketing team and enjoys writing about real estate and design trends. Her dream home would have ocean views and floor-to-ceiling windows to let in plenty of natural light.

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Imaginative activities and projects to pack your students' summer holidays with creativity

13 July 2022

Bonus: Homework for teachers. Take some time over the summer to look after your own wellbeing (although maybe wait until just before the new term starts!) with these Dreamachine Teacher Wellbeing CPD videos and creative activities .

1. Dreamachine Resources At Home Pack

Print off the entire pack or just one or two from this collection of activities from the Dreamachine Schools resources, specially picked out for families at home. They include science, global citizenship and wellbeing activities suitable for all ages, but will need adults to support the delivery as they are written in a lesson plan style. The activities include an interactive science survey into the senses: Life’s Big Questions – with videos to watch presented by Newsround’s Martin Dougan and fun illusions to try out.

2. British Science Week Activity Packs

For child-facing activities that are print off and go try this year’s British Science Week activity packs , which include a Dreamachine optical illusion challenge.

3. Summer Reading Challenge 2022

This year’s summer reading challenge is online and even if your school didn’t sign—up, children can still register to join in online and get books form the library: www.summerreadingchallenge.org.uk/

You could print out this resource from StoryTrails and Unboxed Learning , with lots of ideas for storytelling.

4. The Poetry Society and Stemettes About Us Competition

About Us is all about exploring the many ways life across the universe is connected. Young people aged 4-18 can enter their poems and/ or Scratch projects on the theme of ‘connectivity and the universe‘, to win books and tech goodies, talent development opportunities, and free workshops for their school. All entrants will receive an e-certificate for participating and the competition closes on 31 August 2022. www.aboutus.earth/about-the-competition

5. Teaching for Creativity Taster Cards

Our Teaching for Creativity Taster Card activities are short and simple so could easily be facilitated by a parent or carer!

6. Keep an alternative journal

Document your summer break in a diary, but try to do it without writing a word! Create a scrapbook (or box!) of your summer, to remind you of what you did and how you felt. Try to include something for every week, but you can include as many entries as you like. How many different types of entries can you do? Some ideas are:

• Draw or paint a picture of what you did
• Draw the weather that day
• Close your eyes and draw how you feel
• Take a photo
• Collect a memento e.g. a ticket, a receipt, a food packet, newspaper, a leaf, a stone
• Draw a list of the music you listened to / books you read / games you played
• Make a collage of something you are looking forward to
• Make a picture of the tastiest food you ate – try using something unusual in a collage like pasta, lentils or cut up food packaging
• Listen to the noises outside and draw what you think you can hear

7. Design a new invention

Invent something to solve the problem of ____________.

Draw your invention and label it or make a model of it and a short video explaining how it will work. Think about: How does it work? What size will it be if you made it for real? What material is it made of? Where does it get power or energy from to work? What will you call it?

Check out Little Inventors for inspiration: www.littleinventors.org/ideas

Insert a problem to solve that you think your students will know about / connects to your learning this year or look on www.littleinventors.org/mini-challenges/

Some ideas are: plastic food packaging, ocean pollution, keeping cool in the heatwave, keeping house plants alive, how to stay dry when camping, learning times tables, getting to school on time.

8. Put on an art exhibition

Visit Tate Kids and choose some of the activities to create your own artwork: www.tate.org.uk/kids/make

Once you have enough pieces, stage an art exhibition in your home or garden and invite families and friends. Think about how you want them to feel when they are in the exhibition. Do you want them to feel excited/calm/intrigued or think about issues you care about? How can you display your work to try and achieve this? Take photos and collect some quotes of how they found the experience!

9. Learn some origami

Learn to make something out of origami, the art of paper folding. Maths on Toast have some how-to-videos: www.mathsontoast.org.uk/activity-category/videos/

All you need is some squares of paper – even newspaper will do (an easy way to make a square of paper is to fold one corner over to the bottom edge and then cut along ).

10. Write a cultural review

Write a review of a film/book/computer game/album/podcast /play/day out/experience – anything cultural that interests you! How did it make you feel? What were the best bits? What could improve? What surprised you?

You could provide them with a quick list of family days out (preferably free and local) to spark ideas. If your students are London based, here is a list of some free goings on in the capital to get you started:

Greenwich + Docklands - International Festival 2022 (FREE) 26 August – 11 September / Festival - free theatre, art, dance and circus.

Dominique Gonzalez-Foerster: Alienarium 5 at Serpentine South Gallery (FREE) until 4 September / Art exhibition - a speculative environment that invites us to imagine possible encounters with extraterrestrials.

Covent Garden Cool Down – August Bank Holiday weekend / Experience - an annual ice cream festival on the streets of Covent Garden.

Take One Picture 2022 at the National Gallery (FREE) until 11 September / Art exhibition - primary schools from across the UK have responded creatively to 'The Finding of Moses' by Orazio Gentileschi.

Hew Locke: The Procession at Tate Britain (FREE) until January 2023 / Art exhibition – an installation of sculptures of people gathering and moving together to and ‘to celebrate, worship, protest, mourn, escape or even to better themselves’.

Kids Week – throughout August / Theatre - children 17 and under can go to theatre shows for free when accompanied by a full price paying adult.

Brent Biennial 2022: In The House Of My Love (FREE) until 11 September / Art exhibition - artists and community groups whose works explore the many meanings of homemaking.

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20 home learning ideas for the summer break. Tasks are varied, including: writing, math, creative and social-emotional skills.

Provide as a handout for children to select from. Why not challenge children to complete 3, 4 or 5 of their choosing?

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Stay More Productive With Smart Summer Decorating Ideas For Any Workspace

It seems like summer is just around the corner, and with warmer months come summer decorating ideas to take note of for your office. When it’s bright and sunny outside and everyone else is enjoying a refreshing drink outside, there is nothing worse than being stuck inside working – but sometimes it just has to be done. Why not make it a little more bearable with summer decorating ideas for your office that’ll improve spirits and productivity?

If you are going to have to sit indoors all day, then it’s best you do it surrounded by the best of stunning summer office design ideas to make every day all the better. To inspire you we took a cue from Décor Aid interior designers on what they think makes for an ideal office space.

Stick With A Decorative Theme

For consistency, chart your summer decorating ideas with a course that boasts a central design theme to effectively tie everything together for a less random feel. From Mid-Century Modern to minimalism to the traditional, whatever direction you go will help to keep the look and feel of your office feel more well-judged and expertly decorated.

Floating Shelves

Just because we’re talking about summer decorating ideas doesn’t mean that practicality shouldn’t come into play. Update your workspace with a selection of floating storage units that’ll make the best use out of otherwise dead space.

A Full Wall Of Shelves

A substantial wall featuring floor-to-ceiling bookshelves will make your office space appear grander, more professional, and more well-judged. Plus, by opting for stylized storage solutions, you’ll elevate the look of your office while making it easier to keep tidy on a regular basis.

To keep your summer decorating ideas relaxing and more on the traditional side, think about sticking to a shade that you like and go for a tonal take with your office décor. The key to finding longevity here will come by sticking to a passive color that doesn’t recall any emotions.

In fact the more subtle and timeless the better so you don’t find yourself distracted or tired by a heavily used hue.

Simple Splashes Of Color

One of the quickest, easiest, and most affordable ways of updating your office for the summer is by introducing energetic splashes of color. Summer decorating ideas for your office don’t need to be complicated – adding bright flowers in a vase, some vibrant throw cushions, or hanging some lively prints on the walls will spruce up your summer decorating ideas. It doesn’t take much to overhaul your décor and make a big difference.

If your office is monochrome and simply designed, it will only take a few extra elements, accessories, and decorative pieces to make a memorably unique impact.

Cover Those Windows

While the summer is wonderful, you unfortunately have that bright sun to contend with. We aren’t ones to moan about the extra sunlight, but it can be inconvenient when you are working. The best way to deal with this is to sort out a proper window treatment, whether through a graphic set of blinds, some curtains or wooden shutters. Shutters are great for keeping out the worst of the light, while still allowing some to filter through and you can paint them a contrasting color to keep your office feeling balanced.

As an alternative that’s much more affordable, a set of floral printed blinds will add summery feel in your office, while light, wafting curtains will bring in muted light and a little luxury to any summer office design of 2019.

Yellow + Citrus Accents

There is no better color to encompass summer than a moody yellow. Yellow is bright, vibrant, and the sunniest of all the colors, making it the perfect choice for your summer decorating ideas. Whether it’s a new office chair, a feature wall, accessories or soft furnishings, yellow and sunny citrus shades are sure to inject some fun into your summer decorating ideas 2019.

Yellow accents also provide a great, modern color splash for an office space, as it will help encourage everyone’s creativity and boost spirits every day.

Paint Wood White

Summer is all about lightness and brightness, so help move out of the shade by painting your dark wooden office features white. This is a great trick for lightening and brightening a room and helping it feel as summery as possible.

Furnish yourself with a paintbrush and bring white summer decorating ideas to life. You will notice the difference straight away and you will immediately create a relaxing, bright space where you can effectively work away. Plus, all-white will make your office space appear larger, brighter, and more luxurious.

Create Contrast

Another great trick to add to your summer decorating ideas for your office is to create a contrast with unexpected color. If your office is already a light color, paint a wall in a darker color, or choose some furnishings which are in a contrasting color. Go for a vibrant green or blue against white, light furniture against dark walls, or light wooden furniture with paired against all-white walls.

Creating a contrast is one of our favorite summer decorating ideas for your office 2019, and you will be surprised at just how little you’ll need to change your office to create a desired effect – as small changes can make a big impact.

Colorful Office Chairs

Black office chairs are boring and predictable, and they hardly evoke a sunny summer office design. Switch it up and go for an office chair in a vibrant shade and take a break from the traditional. A bright yellow, blue or orange will soon enough revitalize your office environment, as will an energetic green or blue. If your office chair is just too comfortable to replace (or your budget is a little tight) choose a bright throw, or a printed throw cushion to place on your office chair.

A small adjustment like this will make a big difference, without having to spend a small fortune on summer decorating ideas for the office. And when it comes to riotous color, stick to symmetry when it comes to  furniture placement  so the space doesn’t read as busy or too distracting. 

Don’t Skip Out On Art

The addition of art on the walls is one of the simplest summer decorating ideas out there, and it’s great for summer office design. One of the great things about this idea is that you can use it to brighten the space you already have, without having to change any of the décor or the furniture. Pop a bold print on the wall, or a mesmerizing painting. Choose a vibrant abstract piece, or something a little more traditional.

Whatever art you most enjoy, select a bright and bold piece to help bring summer decorating ideas into your office. Just be sure that you do avoid anything overtly inspirational or text or quote heavy because at the end of the day, no one really finds any value in what they have to say, and they can make your office space feel less luxurious and more institutional. 

Plenty Of Graphic Patterns

Summer is all about vibrant patterns and plays on color, we’re sure you’ll agree. Patterns don’t simply have to be limited to a living room or a bedroom in one’s private home. There’s no reason you can’t invite pattern into your office summer decorating ideas. Switch out window treatments, bring in some vibrant throw cushions, and choose a bold patterned rug or invest in some new upholstery for a chair or sofa.

However you want to do it, your office space will thank you for including refreshing patterns in your office as you bring in the best summer decorating ideas of 2019. You can also go bolder by introducing powerful hits of color by installing sound barriers that boast contrasting panels, like in the conference room above.

Fresh Flowers

There is nothing more pleasurable than a vase of dramatic fresh flowers adorning a surface in the middle of summer. The warmth of the season makes them smell even sweeter and their bold colors will help your office space feel more like summer has come. An office space can end up being all about practicality and work, but there is no harm in bringing some of the outside in with you to enjoy.

If you are a budding gardener, bring some of your own blooms into your office space to celebrate the sun, if not, choose energetically toned flowers and fill vessels and vases with them, bolstering your summer office design. Plus, they’ll double as instant mood enhancers while lifting everyone’s spirits with a thoughtful touch.

Paint A Door

Doors are often forgotten when it comes to summer decorating ideas. Stained to protect the wood or painted white, they aren’t always thought of as summer office design elements, but our interior designers suggest that they should be. There’s no reason a door can’t be painted a contrasting color or be refreshed in a sunny shade to brighten up your office.

The back of the door is also a great place to hang a notice board, install storage solutions(above) or place your to-do list, and a vibrantly painted door will be a great, fun contrast against these everyday elements. We love the idea of a yellow, green or even an orange for your office door, making this is one of the most enjoyable summer decorating ideas for your office.

Bright Rug Or Flooring Alternative

Just because it’s your workspace, doesn’t mean it can’t be cozy and comforting, and what better way to soften and brighten a room, than with a sumptuous rug? Whether you love block colors or bold patterns, a rug is a perfect way to inject some color into your summer office design 2019.

Place it directly under your desk to block off the room and denote your workspace (perfect if you don’t have an entire room dedicated to your office), or place a rug inside the door, indicating movement towards a seating area for any visitors. But if a rug won’t do since they require frequent vacuuming and cleaning and will ultimately need to be replaced when placed in high-traffic areas, painted floors can make for an equally chic alternative. Whether wood, concrete, or even linoleum, painting your floors with proper floor paint can make a huge difference in the everyday appeal of your workspace when it comes to summer decorating ideas.

A Striking Accent Wall

To add more depth in an office space while increasing the energy, an  accent wall  makes for a striking route to consider. Affordable while helping save you from going for all-out saturated color, accent walls are great for a quick room refresh.

And if a solid tone still feels too subtle, opt for a printed wall covering, a stylish decal or even graphic painted contrasting panels for added visual play. After all, think about how different the office above would look if it didn’t have that sliver of an orange accent wall. It would be quite boring and flat, to say the least. And your eye wouldn’t know what to focus on.

Use Architectural Details To Your Advantage

If you’re working in an older building with original architecture intact, don’t think off odd architectural elements as distracting eyesores. Instead, use them to your decorative advantage and work around them and they’ll also keep your office space looking all the more unique.

As long as they don’t reduce the amount of floor space you have to work with, they should be considered decorative extras and celebrated for their originality. And by this, we mean elements like floating pipes and just about anything you’d see in a raw loft.

Keep The View in Mind

When it comes to summer decorating ideas for any office or home workspace, use the season’s ultra-bright rays to elevate the energy in the zone by taking advantage of any and all natural daylight that it gets.

Even better if you’re able to situate worktops to face windows so everyone can take in the glorious views outside. Just be sure that your’s doesn’t face a brick wall like the office above. And on the opposite end, you’ll also want to steer clear of any possible distractions outside.

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