Tag Archives: country

Americana and Antiques

The Americana theme often injects traditional, rustic, antique, and country elements along with muted shades of red, white, and blue. These colors are usually toned down a bit from the vivid colors found in the American flag, and they are given an aged feel. Stars, stripes, and images that depict the entire flag are popular in this kind of setting, and anything that feels all American is game. Denim is as American as apple pie and works perfectly in an Americana themed space. Pillows made from denim make adorable accents and look great against distressed furnishings. A bandanna, especially one … Continue reading →

Country Star vs. Bear—The Outcome

A few months ago I blogged about Troy Lee Gentry being charged with falsely registering a captive bear as being killed in the wild. Much to my surprise the charge came with a hefty penalty and I was curious to see how the popular country singer would respond. Turns out Gentry decided to plead guilty to the charges. Actually, he decided to accept a plea deal offered by federal prosecutors. According to news reports, under the plea, the 39-year-old singer will pay a $15,000 fine, give up hunting, fishing and trapping in Minnesota for five years, and forfeit both the … Continue reading →

Elements of Design Styles

If you don’t quite get certain design styles, or you’d just like to know more, you’re not alone. Most people have to do a little research before they can distinguish one from another, especially when certain styles tend to overlap, such as Country, French Country, and Cottage or English Garden. Here are some of the fundamental elements included in these popular design styles: Country Country style often includes a mix of mint condition antiques beside “distressed” pieces, which in the past were crafted from weathered wood, leftover from things like building barns and outbuildings. Country also includes handmade cotton items … Continue reading →