How to Beautify your Home with Canadian Charm

 Guest Blogger #703, Entry #1644, September 25, 2012

Canada is much more than moose calls heard over mossy wetlands or beavers on their coins; Canada is a vast country (one that is larger than the United States) that is full of un-touched wilderness and resources. Canada is also a country full of welcoming citizens who always have a “Hello, nice day, eh?” and a warm smile to offer. After visiting this beautiful countryside, you will be inspired to infuse your home with nature-inspired elements that bring a breath of fresh air to your décor.

Canadian Interior ideas

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Whether you are getting to move to Canada, or if you are remodeling and need international removals, or you have never been, here some inspiration for you.

If you are unable to visit this lovely country, then here are some great Canadian inspired elements that you can add to your home today:

Driftwood and Ocean-Inspired Elements:

The Eastern and Western parts of Canada are literally ocean playgrounds. The smell of salt air is everywhere, and when tides are out seashells, mussels, sea glass, and unique pieces of driftwood are plentiful. These are elements that can be collected and added to any home, giving it not only a Canadian appeal, but a nature-inspired feeling.  Even if you live in the middle of the desert, these items can be bought at local craft stores. Shop your local store for sea shells and sand; these can be added to a large glass vase set as a table centerpiece.

Moose and beavers:

OK so you can’t escape the stereo type, there are a lot of northern Canadian cottage-style homes that are full of Moose heads and beaver pelts(I grew up in one of these particular homes) but this style can certainly be welcoming and nostalgic. If it appeals to you, then add lots of rustic wood elements to your home – think log cabin with plaid wool blankets, moose antlers on the wall and fur throws or area rugs on the floor. These all certainly say, “Welcome to the North!”

Canadian home with beautiful driftwood inspired dining table

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Artisan:

Canada is chock-full of creative artisans who build unique, one-of-a-kind wood furniture; knitted items; woven blankets; hooked rugs; and wall art. Search online for some of these unique pieces to add to your home today.

If you get the opportunity to visit this vast and welcoming country- take a breath of its fresh air; consider yourself lucky; and collect a few tokens to add some Canadian charm to your home.

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