Guest Picks: Uncle Beefy's Eclectic Woodland Retreat
Blogger Uncle Beefy Shows How Rustic Style Can Still Be Chic
As a kid, my family would venture out to a little cabin in the woods during the summer months. It was pretty charming but it seriously pushed it in the "rustic" department. So these days I like to dream about a little getaway that leans a bit more toward the "refined." (Yes, and "quirky" too. It's your Uncle we're talkin' about here, kids!) —Uncle Beefy from The Bedlam of Beefy
Enormous Stag Cushions
"Oh my, Uncle Beefy! What big cushions you have!" I know, right? At close to 28" square, how smashing would these larger lovelies look on that tufted sectional above? Quite, I'd say!
Woodland Wall Clock
A Woodland Wall Clock with a silhouette of a buck hiding amongst a forest of trees... I mean, c'mon, kids! Ya' kinda have to go with this one. Don'tcha think?
Primitive Cast Iron Owl Lantern
A piece of bygone woodland style to light the way to your cabin's front door or whilst penning a postcard or two.
Fern Prints by Lacklusterco
This collection of antique fern prints — dating back to 1856 — is the perfect botanical way to say, "Welcome to the woods!"
Walnut Round Slab Cutting Board
Clean, simple, rich. (No, not me. The board!) And, this baby could gladly stay front and center on the kitchen counter.
Feather Kitchen Linen
100-percent linen, hand screened and sewn in-house. Sounds perfect, looks even better! I love the rustic simplicity of the design. An artistic way to add a little outdoors in.
Cast Iron Twig Skewers
Sure you could go and wrestle up some twigs from the forest for a late-night s'mores session. But, why spend that time foraging when there are cocktails to be made? Plus, these twig skewers will provide that rustic charm without -abandoning all sense of civility.
Petrified Wood Trays
What could be more perfect for a woodland fete than these petrified wood trays? Your cheese tray has never looked so good.
Burlap Vases
These burlap vases are a perfectly rustic touch to set off a charming, haphazard bouquet or cast a warm glow if used to hold candles.
Jane Bi-Sectional
The tufting says cozy, but the lines say contemporary. The perfect combo for a modern day retreat.
Vintage Industrial Cart Coffee Table
What? Okay, sure, you could go with that standard monstrosity of a coffee table but this gorgeous specimen will get the conversation started (while the cocktails have a chance to get caught up). Plus, those wheels will come in mighty handy when y'all need a little more room on the dance floor.
Golden Stump Side Table
Even when you're "roughing it," it doesn't hurt to have a little sparkle. I bet even Paul Bunyan had a glamorous side and this would likely be it!
Lulu Chair
With its earthy green and arborist-style print, the Lulu Chair helps bring the outdoors in, in an ever-so-slightly retro, homey kinda way. You need a cuppa tea and a good book and you'd be set!
Handmade Wooden Branch Hooks
These handmade hooks from Live Wire Farm give such a great organic and rustic feel. Such an easy way to add seriously woodsy charm.
Belgium Primitive Farmhouse Chairs
I'd love to see these eccentric little beauties surrounding a clean, modern, round table (think Eero Saarinen's tulip table). An instantaneous dose of stylish, vintage appeal.
Vintage Canning Jar Chandelier by LampGoods
Something about these canning jar lights makes me think of summertime and fireflies. I'd probably opt for Edison bulbs to up the countrified ante just a bit.
Woodland Slumber Canopy Bed
For heaven's sake, it's called the "Woodland Slumber Canopy Bed!" So what could be better for a cabin in the woods? Okay, maybe a cheaper price. But, barring that I love the cool gray and crisp lines of this bed. I could get some serious Scandinavian-inspired slumber in this baby.
Grey Lace Felt Throw
A die-cut lace pattern gives a bit of granny chic to this modern style wool felt decorative throw. It may not do much to keep you warm, but it'll help your style quotient stay cozy.
Veneer Chain Pendant
Love the warmth of the natural wood veneer exterior on these Veneer Chain Pendants balanced with the smooth drum shade lines. A little Scandinavian style to spruce up the place. Would love to see these as bedside lighting.
Japanese Ofuro Bathtub
Kids, they don't have a price listed for this bathing beauty but let's not kid ourselves; it's gonna be... er, um... an "investment," I'm sure. But, nothing in the world is better than a Japanese style bathtub! And, if I had my choice this would be it!
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