Guest Picks: 20 Accessories With an English Garden Air

There's no doubt about it: Summer is my favorite time of the year. Those long, balmy days spent in the garden and countryside feed the soul, so to speak. I don't want to wish summer away too soon, but it always pays to be prepared. Fill your house with florals inspired by the English countryside now and keep the growing season alive all year long. — Carole from Dear Designer

Delphinium Larkspur Stems - GBP 5.50 » There's no excuse not to have flowers in the house all year-round when the faux variety is this lifelike. These look as though they have just been plucked from the garden and would look lovely in a simple glass vase.


Antique Rose Bouquet Eiderdown - GBP 120 » Wake up to a summer meadow with this gorgeous modern-vintage must-have. And you don't have to just banish it to the bedroom — it will keep you warm when you curl up on the sofa too.


Dawn Chorus Teacup & Saucer, Pink - GBP 15 » Capture the essence of a peaceful summer afternoon with this beautifully bright and colorful set. It's a gorgeous way to enjoy a delightful cup of tea.


Blossom Deer Head Trophy - $62.90 » This lovely piece of 3-D art would surely cheer me up at any time and would certainly brighten up a dull corner.


LoveOlli Come Midnight Melody Scented Candle - GBP 19.99 » I love scented candles, particularly those with floral scents. This one has notes of spiced pink peppercorns, geranium stems, warm patchouli and buttery Madagascan vanilla pods. How lovely.


Tsé-Tsé D'avril Vase, Medium - GBP 156 » A pretty vase is a must-have during the winter months, and this one is particularly beautiful. The 21 glass tubes can be assembled in different ways and are perfect for fresh or faux flowers.


Anya Fabric - GBP 80 » Oversize watercolor roses and sunflowers wind and burst off this fabric. It would change a dismal view to one of optimism and hope, which is what we all need at certain times of the year.


Tin Box, Medium - EUR 22.95 » Keep some summer mementos in this pretty little tin box festooned with flowers and birds.


Amberley Cushion » You can't get any more English country garden than hollyhocks, and this cushion has them aplenty. Beautifully embroidered and sure to become a family heirloom, it's so pretty.


Handmade Ceramic Magic Weather Bowl by Vanessa Conyers - GBP 88 » This is one of my favorite products from one of my favorite websites. This bowl from British ceramicist Vanessa Conyers is a little bit eccentric and makes me smile. It is inspired by nature and the seasons, so it's very apt for the summery theme.


Rose Cottage Wallpaper, Silver/Heather - GBP 44 » This small-scale climbing rose wallpaper reminds me of summer holidays and country cottages. Who could fail to be cheered by seeing this every day?


Country Garden Floral Highball Glass - GBP 2.50 » I think this would be a constant reminder of parties, picnics and dining al fresco in the garden.


Flora Roller Blind - GBP 119 » What could be nicer than watercolor flowers to block out a less-than-summery view? I love the idea of this burst of color in an all-white room.


Gisela Graham Set of 2 Vintage Rose Printed Hooks - GBP 6.99 » These are far too lovely to hide under your coat, so save them for the bedroom and use them for your jewelry.


Floral Mug - GBP 8.95 » This mug is just perfect for that first cup of tea — or coffee or chocolate or whatever takes your fancy.


Green Flower Lamp - GBP 500 » A luxury item for sure, but I just cannot resist it. This vintage lamp is wrapped in assorted antique French cottons and velvets, and English and Japanese silks and satins. I'm in love.


Juliette Turquoise Cushion - GBP 45 » This beautiful and striking large cushion would add a welcome splash of color on a dull day.


'Flowers 44' Art Print by World of Moose - $71.91 » I love this ink drawing from Moose Allain. It starts with spots and spatters of ink and grows from there. It has a certain exuberance.


Beauté Bordered Linen Tablecloth - GBP 103.95 » With a tablecloth this pretty, you can certainly pretend it's summer all year long. It has a certain je ne sais quoi, don't you think?


Decorative Vintage Scarab and Rose Plate - GBP 38 » For decorative use only, this upcycled plate would look as good alone on a wall as it would as part of a collection. I love anything unique, and this plate hits the spot.

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