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Southern State of Mind Blog by Heather

{SSOM Home Tour} Summer State of Mind

in Inspiration on 06/06/14

Welcome to Southern State of Mind! If this is your first time here, I am so glad you are joining me today for the Elements of Summer Home Tour! 

For those of you that have been around awhile, you already know I am a serious sucker for anything southern and coastal. Oh and that I have a serious thing for navy blue. 

Wouldn’t you agree that summer is perfect collision of all of these elements? 

Let’s start things off in the foyer. I hung my DIY Oyster & Spanish Moss wreath to welcome summer guests. And that’s Bella, our ten year old chocolate lab, she is always nearby.

The foyer has some bright orange tassels for summer and of course some more oyster shells in the glass vase.

From the foyer, we make our way into the living room. This is the hub of the house and truly the room in which we live. It recently got a fun refresh with lots of fun summer touches.

With a coastal coral print…
Framed maps on the mantel of our favorite beach destination, Seaside, FL…
Lanterns filled with oysters and other shells scattered on the mantel. 
And the driftwood we found last summer while walking the beach in Hilton Head lives in a glass vase.
I love bringing home souvenirs that bring back memories.
Now we will make our way into the dining room. A couple years ago we abandoned our formal dining room for an informal eat-in kitchen. 
We are casual people and this turned out to be one of the best decisions we have ever made for the functionality of our home.
A summer beverage station is set out waiting for guests. Hey, any excuse to pull out the beloved Coca-Cola tray!
Next up is the courtyard. 
This spot leads to our back door, this is what greets all friends and family. It got a major does of color with pops of red.
Aren’t back door guests are the best guests!?!?
I love pulling out the DIY Nautical American Flag Pallet for the summer too.
Last but not least, the back porch got a dose of color as well. Of course, we are having a BABY in less than three weeks so this spot will serve as a great “getaway” when we can’t *actually* leave the house on our summer evenings!
I hope you enjoyed some of the summer touches in my home. 
 I am so happy to be a part of the Elements of Summer tour and hope you stop in to say hi to everyone else that is participating! 
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  1. Avatarmarty (A Stroll Thru Life) says

    Jun. 6, 2014 at 9:07 am

    Oh I love everything, your colors are so pretty and I love, love, love the deck. What a wonderful place to relax and entertain.

    Reply
    • AvatarHeather Metzler says

      Jun. 9, 2014 at 6:41 pm

      Thanks Marty! That deck has been one of my favorite places to kick back and I just know we will continue to enjoy it all summer!

      Reply
  2. AvatarLaura @ Top This Top That says

    Jun. 6, 2014 at 12:17 pm

    your 'date night' spot and all your other summer touches in your home look beautiful. Best of luck in the next few weeks. kick those feet up on the patio while you can.Happy summer

    Reply
    • AvatarHeather Metzler says

      Jun. 9, 2014 at 6:41 pm

      Thanks Laura! Happy Summer to you as well!

      Reply
  3. AvatarAnn from On Sutton Place says

    Jun. 6, 2014 at 12:23 pm

    This is amazing and clearly all the summer touches were done with love and care. I love those plates!

    Reply
    • AvatarHeather Metzler says

      Jun. 9, 2014 at 6:43 pm

      Thanks Ann! I loved joining up with you for this summer tour! And yes, those plates were a mother's day splurge for myself. 🙂 Sometimes you just gotta do it!

      Reply
  4. AvatarSuzy Handgraaf says

    Jun. 6, 2014 at 12:41 pm

    Heather, your home is so very pretty! I'm really crushing on the lamps in your foyer. Every single thing is just perfect. You've done a great job of combining colors and patterns and creating wonderful vignettes. Love it all.

    Reply
    • AvatarSouthern State of Mind says

      Jun. 13, 2014 at 1:00 am

      Suzy- thanks so much for your sweet comment! Those lamps in my foyer were one of my first "big girl" purchases and I still love them!

      Reply
  5. AvatarPaula@SweetPea says

    Jun. 6, 2014 at 1:05 pm

    What a beautiful home you have! I love all of your coastal touches that are perfect for summer décor.

    Did you make your living room curtains? I love them!

    Reply
    • AvatarSouthern State of Mind says

      Jun. 13, 2014 at 1:01 am

      Thanks Paula! YES- I did make the curtains in my living room… would you believe I made them from shower curtains?!?!?! Thanks again for stopping in!

      Reply
  6. AvatarLinda @ it all started with paint says

    Jun. 6, 2014 at 1:06 pm

    Your home is so lovely! I just adore all the summer touches and pops of color and that inviting back deck all decked out with fun cushions and those lights! Ready for an amazing summer party!

    Thanks so much for sharing with us all!

    🙂 Linda

    Reply
    • AvatarSouthern State of Mind says

      Jun. 13, 2014 at 1:02 am

      Thanks for stopping in Linda!

      Reply
  7. AvatarPetticoat Junktion says

    Jun. 6, 2014 at 1:23 pm

    You have a beautiful home Heather. Love all the red but I'm really crushing on your coral print and vintage window.

    Reply
    • AvatarSouthern State of Mind says

      Jun. 13, 2014 at 1:03 am

      Thanks so much! I found that vintage window for $2 at a church garage sale, they begged me to take it away! I had no idea what I was going to do with it, but it has definitely come in handy! Thanks for stopping in

      Reply
  8. Avatarbeing-bianca.com says

    Jun. 6, 2014 at 2:05 pm

    Love those navy plates! Everything looks so great and summery! Love it all. I just bought a few strands of those oversized outdoor lights for my new patio … attempting to hang them this weekend :). xx, b @being-bianca.com

    Reply
    • AvatarSouthern State of Mind says

      Jun. 13, 2014 at 1:05 am

      Thanks B! I totally treated myself to those plates for Mother's Day from C Wonder. 🙂 Good luck hanging the lights- we put ours up about 3 years ago and they are still holding strong- I am pleasantly surprised!

      Reply
  9. AvatarYvonne @ StoneGable says

    Jun. 6, 2014 at 2:43 pm

    Heather, you got me at oyster shells… what a beautiful, creative home! I adore your sense of color and the way you mix different elements. You really have a great sense of style. Where did you get that great piece of art that has name of places on it (I think). It's a wonderful size for that wall! I'm so happy I stopped by and got to visit you and your fabulous home!!!

    Reply
    • AvatarSouthern State of Mind says

      Jun. 13, 2014 at 1:28 am

      Yvonne, thank you so much for your sweet comment! I actually made the oversized art- it has all Atlanta landmarks like Subway art. Thanks again for stopping in!

      Reply
  10. AvatarRichella Parham says

    Jun. 6, 2014 at 6:27 pm

    Just beautiful! You've done a great job of adding beachy touches without looking cutesy. Everything looks sophisticated but very comfortable and inviting. Thanks so much for the tour!

    Reply
    • AvatarSouthern State of Mind says

      Jun. 13, 2014 at 1:29 am

      Thank you so much for stopping in and your sweet comments! I am so glad you came by.

      Reply
  11. AvatarMegan Gordon says

    Jun. 6, 2014 at 9:54 pm

    I know I've said it before, but I'll say it again…. I love your house! It's one of my all time favorites. I love how you can change it up for different seasons and everything else too. The blue and white table scape is adorable. I love the plates but the white bowls are adorable. Are they milk glass? And Bella is just too cute.

    Reply
    • AvatarHeather @ Southern State of Mind says

      Jun. 13, 2014 at 1:30 am

      Megan you are too sweet! The white bowls are milk glass, I have been picking up pieces here and there. I will pass along the compliment to Bella too! 🙂

      Reply
  12. AvatarKim @ NewlyWoodwards says

    Jun. 7, 2014 at 1:02 am

    Oh my wow! So many wonderful touches! I love all the pops of red (my favorite color). I also love your pallet art – I've been wanting to make an American flag art for our barn this summer. You are inspiring me. Oh, and that patio! Love! Pinning and sharing on FB>

    Reply
    • AvatarHeather Metzler says

      Jun. 13, 2014 at 1:31 am

      Kim- thanks so much for stopping in! The pallet art was so super easy- DEF do it for your barn- that sounds awesome!!!

      Reply
  13. AvatarShanna Gilbert says

    Jun. 7, 2014 at 1:41 pm

    Your pallet flag is so cute! Your house looks gorgeous and I love the blue and white table! Great job!

    Reply
    • AvatarHeather @ Southern State of Mind says

      Jun. 13, 2014 at 1:31 am

      Thanks so much for stopping in Shanna!

      Reply
  14. AvatarJane@Cottage at the Crossroads says

    Jun. 9, 2014 at 12:55 am

    Hi Heather, it's so great to be on the tour with you! After seeing your lanterns filled with oyster shells, I think that I must do the same! Love your touches of orange and coral in your home, and that pallet flag is gorgeous! Pinning and sharing! 🙂

    Reply
    • AvatarHeather @ Southern State of Mind says

      Jun. 13, 2014 at 1:33 am

      Loved this tour- everyone's home looks amazing for summer! Thanks so much for stopping in!

      Reply
  15. AvatarCourtney ~ French Country Cottage says

    Jun. 9, 2014 at 12:10 pm

    So pretty~ love the bright colors and patterns you have in your home!

    Reply
    • AvatarHeather @ Southern State of Mind says

      Jun. 13, 2014 at 1:33 am

      Thanks so much Courtney! I am kind of crazy when it comes to mixing patterns 🙂

      Reply
  16. AvatarAt The Picket Fence says

    Jun. 9, 2014 at 3:30 pm

    Your home is GORGEOUS!! Loving all of the summer touches and really just every single detail! 🙂
    Vanessa

    Reply
    • AvatarHeather @ Southern State of Mind says

      Jun. 13, 2014 at 1:34 am

      You are so sweet Vanessa! Thanks so much for your comment and for coming by to check out the summer home!

      Reply
  17. AvatarJennifer @ Town and Country Living says

    Jun. 9, 2014 at 4:11 pm

    Your living room is so pretty and I love your dining room light fixture!!

    Reply
    • AvatarHeather @ Southern State of Mind says

      Jun. 13, 2014 at 1:35 am

      Thanks Jennifer! We purchased the dining room light fixture from West Elm- it has definitely made a statement in the room! Thanks for stopping in!

      Reply
  18. AvatarAllison @ The Golden Sycamore says

    Jun. 10, 2014 at 1:04 am

    Love the coastal, summery look around your home! So pretty!

    Reply
    • AvatarHeather @ Southern State of Mind says

      Jun. 13, 2014 at 1:36 am

      Thanks Allison! I am a sucker for all things coastal and can't wait for summer to have a reason to decorate with it! 🙂 Thanks for stopping in!

      Reply
  19. AvatarMary Beth says

    Jun. 10, 2014 at 3:04 am

    There are so many lovely summer elements in your decor ~ I love them all!

    Reply
    • AvatarHeather @ Southern State of Mind says

      Jun. 13, 2014 at 1:36 am

      Thanks so much for stopping in and your sweet comment Mary Beth!

      Reply
  20. AvatarBrooke says

    Jun. 11, 2014 at 1:49 pm

    What a beautiful home!! I especially love your red, white, and blue table. I love your white dishes with fruit! Thanks so much for the inspiration. Enjoy your day!

    Reply
  21. AvatarMarty Walden says

    Jun. 13, 2014 at 6:40 pm

    Love this, Heather! Your home is beautiful and I just adore the pops of color you used. I'm definitely pinning for your deck inspiration because we just finished one on the front of our house.

    I'm late visiting from the tour but thank you for joining us and have a great weekend!

    Reply
  22. AvatarLauren @ Bless'er House says

    Jul. 13, 2014 at 4:43 am

    Oh my goodness. These spaces are absolutely gorgeous! I love how it's so tranquil but vibrant with the pops of color at the same time.

    Reply

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