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Americana Lighthouse Panels
lighthouse panels

Let the light shine in! Paint this wonderful window treatment for a unique summer display. The panels could also be used individually as wall décor—try hanging them vertically.

Beach Barrel Staves
beach barrel staves

If you can’t get to the beach, then bring the beach to you! Although these signs have been cleverly created on the staves of an old barrel, you may easily recreate these designs on those spare boards collecting dust in your garage.
Find Peace Sign
find peace sign

Simple and direct, this sign speaks of the tranquility we all wish for. Rest the completed piece on a mantel, or tuck among the books on a shelf.
Secret Garden Plaque
secret garden plaque

“Every garden needs a special place
for privacy and reflection. Let this butterfly
sign point the way to your hidden sanctuary.
The wood arrow can easily be reversed so
that the sign points to the left.”
Stars and Stripes Birdhouse
birdhouse

The Americana design supplied for this birdhouse may easily be applied to your birdhouse of choice just in time for summer celebrations.
Colonial Game Board
colonial game board

Take advantage of long summer evenings over a game of checkers with someone special. Use red and black buttons for your playing pieces. When you are done playing, thread the buttons onto a black shoelace, tie the lace together, and display strung over the top of your game board until you are ready to play again.
Thirstie Mermaid Plaque
thirstie mermaid plaque

“You can almost smell the salt air
and feel the warm welcome
that a weary sailor might have felt
when greeted by the enticement
of food and grog from
this enchanting mermaid.”
Americana Sammie Ornaments
sammie ornaments

Uncle Sam is here to kick off
your summer celebrations!
While Americana collecting never
goes out of style, these ornaments
may also be used to decorate your
barbeque tablescape. Attach them
around your patio umbrella, or
hang from the necks of bottles.
Cherries Noteboard
cherry noteboard

Add a personal touch with this attractive organizational tool. The long narrow shape will fit into a hard to decorate space, and is great for mementos, photos, or daily reminders.
Seaside Lamp
seaside lamp

Brighten up your summer evenings
with this painted lighthouse scene.
Crow and Barn Star Weathered Cabinet
weathered cabinet

A prim cabinet with a pattern
that will lend itself to any room in your house.
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