It has been said that if you incorporate more of the things that nature provides into your lifestyle and home it reduces stress.  Counrty decor removes us from the frustrations and speed of today to the more simple times of our self-reliant great grand parents.  People in those days took their independence for granted, crafting from the natural materials around them and raising livestock. Whatever they needed they simply made. Hand crafting was a part of every day life as a means of survival in years past. Hand made candles, baskets, wool blankets, hand crafted wood, punched tin, and hooked rugs are just a few of the items that make up country home decor today.

Just about anything can be crafted from wood. It is such a warm and grounding material with a variety of colors and grains. Think about of the many objects in home decor that are made from wood.  It is practical, decorative and timeless. Wood sculptures are used for decorative ornaments as well as childrens toys and even for hunting.  A talented artist can capture a subject extremely well sculpting from wood.  At homedecorcountry.com we display an excuiste collection of marsh birds in wood sculpture. 

From sheep comes wool.  Sheep's wool gets spun into yarn and then was commonly colored using natural dyes then woven into beautiful warm blankets and rugs.  Today's collection of wool blankets are created with a blend of materials some with nylon and others with nylon and polyester to add strength and enrich the blankets coloring.  Extra softness is added to the collection at homedecorcountry.com by two sided brushing.  

To add more serenity and relaxation into your home try these country decorating tips,

For a more country look in the bedroom add a natural wool area rug to the floor and place a warm wool blanket, in a complimentary color, at the foot of your bed. Since the bedroom is a place for rest and quiet time a television really doesn't belong.  Choose materials that are not too bright and busy.  Decorating the bedroom in darker neutral tones encourages sleep.

Throughout your home opt for more candle light and less electrical light. There is definately something primal and mesmerizing about watching the warm glow of a flame.  Country style candles are commonly named grubby candles.  They look great on black or silver metal plates.  

Add some extra warmth to your country decor by tossing some complimentary throws over your furniture. Finally find more decor items made from natural materials like wood and natural fibers rather than plastics and acrylics.

Your home is a reflection of you.  It should be comfortable place where you can unwind.  If there are aspects about your home decor that bother you let them go and introduce some choice items that make you feel good and creat a warm welcoming home.  Country style decor will make you feel like you have brought home that vacation chalet in the country except this time you can stay.