Grand Old Flag
Well, I’m back. First, of all, please know how grateful I am for your kind comments, notes, and calls about our sweet Marian. I do believe she will live in my heart forever. And I have to smile as I think that she is probably not that disappointed about missing such a hot summer. It’s hard to say which she disliked most the heat or the indignity of her annual short haircut!
Summer is upon us with record high temperatures in the Carolinas as well as much of the rest of the country. It’s not all bad, though. I stopped at my first lemonade stand this week, and we have been feasting on watermelon and blueberries, too.
Tomorrow, of course, is Flag Day, here in the United States, and I hope you’ll display the colors in your neighborhood. Patriotism and symbolism notwithstanding, the American flag is a terrific example of graphic design, so I thought it might be fun to take a look at how some folks decorate with the flag in their interiors year round.
Here a flag painting on board serves as the inspiration for a Pottery Barn layout.
I really like the tartan chair juxtaposed with all the red, white, and blue. I’m curious, though, as to what the homemade arrow sign is all about. Thoughts?
Here Old Glory seems to be showing her age a bit in tea-washed pillows. I really like this room, but that wrinkled dhurrie rug would drive me nuts.
The 36-star flag was only in use from 1865-1867, so if this flag is authentic it is quite old, rare, and valuable. It looks to be in terrific shape.
The thirteen-star flag was in use from 1777 until 1795. Almost certainly the flag in this photograph is a reproduction. What a great cabin room!
And, of course, the American flag is oft associated with crisp nautical design. Here the striped quilt and large gingham valance echo the flag’s graphic elements perfectly.
Middle has a 48-star flag hanging over his headboard. I would have loved to have posted a picture of it, but my photo stylist (that would be me) simply lacked the energy to make his room photo ready. I also have some needlepoint flag pillows that I scatter around the family room this time of year.
And I always pull out Deborah Harding’s book and put it on the blanket chest, which serves as our coffee table. The book adds both color and inspiration. It’s also a wonderful resource if you’re antiquing or looking for a piece of patriotic folk art for your house.
Do you decorate with the Stars and Stripes?
Summer is upon us with record high temperatures in the Carolinas as well as much of the rest of the country. It’s not all bad, though. I stopped at my first lemonade stand this week, and we have been feasting on watermelon and blueberries, too.
Tomorrow, of course, is Flag Day, here in the United States, and I hope you’ll display the colors in your neighborhood. Patriotism and symbolism notwithstanding, the American flag is a terrific example of graphic design, so I thought it might be fun to take a look at how some folks decorate with the flag in their interiors year round.
Here a flag painting on board serves as the inspiration for a Pottery Barn layout.
I really like the tartan chair juxtaposed with all the red, white, and blue. I’m curious, though, as to what the homemade arrow sign is all about. Thoughts?
Here Old Glory seems to be showing her age a bit in tea-washed pillows. I really like this room, but that wrinkled dhurrie rug would drive me nuts.
The 36-star flag was only in use from 1865-1867, so if this flag is authentic it is quite old, rare, and valuable. It looks to be in terrific shape.
The thirteen-star flag was in use from 1777 until 1795. Almost certainly the flag in this photograph is a reproduction. What a great cabin room!
And, of course, the American flag is oft associated with crisp nautical design. Here the striped quilt and large gingham valance echo the flag’s graphic elements perfectly.Middle has a 48-star flag hanging over his headboard. I would have loved to have posted a picture of it, but my photo stylist (that would be me) simply lacked the energy to make his room photo ready. I also have some needlepoint flag pillows that I scatter around the family room this time of year.
And I always pull out Deborah Harding’s book and put it on the blanket chest, which serves as our coffee table. The book adds both color and inspiration. It’s also a wonderful resource if you’re antiquing or looking for a piece of patriotic folk art for your house.
Do you decorate with the Stars and Stripes?
Thanks for the patriotic inspiration --- again --
ReplyDeleteBest wishes and thoughts for your hearts
Linda
I was reminded so immediately stuck my American Flag magnet on my car, the only flag we own is packed deep away in storage..so next year I will proudly wave it!
ReplyDeletePS Welcome back and stop by doing an amazing giveaway for a gogeous Kilim bench!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous images and post!
ReplyDeleteLove the stars and stripes images - perfect for celebrating Flag Day! And, so sorry to hear about the loss of your family friend - that's very difficult, indeed.
ReplyDeleteLovely pictures - Flag Day is also my SIL's birthday. My daughter and I sent her a Happy Birthday video. ;)
ReplyDeleteGreat flag inspiration photos. I love the American flag and fly it proudly, but I don't often decorate with it other than displaying it. Your photos do give me great ideas for a possible change in decor. :)
ReplyDeleteThanks for a great post.
Babs
I never thought of decorating for Flag Day. We do go CRAZY on the fourth while we are up at Kanuga. The tackier the better... But maybe I'll try a little more class this year. Your post has inspired me! xox
ReplyDeleteI am a great believer in proudly displaying Old Glory at every holiday, and we fly it (and multiples of it) at Darlington House, with patriotic pride, at every opportunity. I am old-fashioned enough, though, that it upsets me when I see it used to cover pillows or as bedspreads, as I believe doing so is not respectful. While decorative, indeed, our nation's flag is far more than decoration.
ReplyDeleteThanks for your thoughtful comment, Reggie. I have to say I personally feel rather unsettled at the prospect of using the flag as a bedspread or as upholstery fabric. As a young teen, I begged my mother to buy me some a skirt that looked as if it had been made from the flag. She was very patient in explaining why that was more than inappropriate but, in fact, disrespectful.
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