Summertime is here and the living is easy. Warm weather has everyone spending more time outside--weekend camping trips, picnics in the park, dinners alfresco. It's the season to really enjoy the outdoors. Take cues from the natural world with organic materials like wood, rocks, and shells to fill your space with nature's bounty.
Bring a piece of the seashore closer to home with this playful placemat made from a colourful collage of beach stones. $19.99 each. ROM Member price $17.99.Add some elegance and seasonal shimmer to your table with these decorative pearlescent plates. $19.99 each. ROM Member price $17.99.Store Hours: 10 am to 6:30 pm, except Friday 10 am to 10 pm. Kids Store: Monday to Sunday, 10 am to 5 pm, except Friday 10 am to 9 pm. Check out our online boutique at store.rom.on.ca.DRIFTWOOD VASEThis shell-tipped wine-bottle stopper by LSArts will keep you sipping in style at your next BBQ party. $14.99 each. ROM Member price $13.49.SHELL STOPPERPetrify--from the Greek root petro, meaning "rock" or "stone," means, literally, to turn into stone. These pretty wood stumps, though petrified, retain their original appearance. $44.99 each. ROM Member price $40.49.Why we love them! They 're great conversation pieces and accessories for your home or officeThis simple and stylish carafe from the Design Stockholm House is perfect for serving wine or an infused water refreshment. $99.99 each. ROM Member price $89.99.Why we love them! They're handcrafted from Capiz shells found in the coastal waters of the Philippines.BEACHSTONE PLACEMATThis striking wooden vase crafted from pieces of delicate driftwood will add a touch of rustic charm to any tabletop or front entrance. $129.99 each. ROM Member price $116.99.STARFISHWhy we love it! It's designed by Swedish artist Nina Jobs, known for her simplicity and clear-cut relationship with nature.Why we love it! It can be perfectly paired with bamboo or leafy grass.Why we love it! It's kid-friendly and perfect for backyard entertaining.Scatter these lovely golden treasures throughout your home for a breezy, beachy look. $7.99 each. ROM Member price $7.19.Why we love them! These little ornaments instantly add a serene feeling to any bathroomWhy we love it! It makes a great hostess gift.SHELL PLATESPETRIFIED WOODSCANDINAVIAN CARAFEAll items listed on this page are available at the ROM Museum Store.Keep your eyes peeled for new home decor items and accessories hitting store shelves throughout the summer, and shop the entire collection on June 10, 11, and 12 during our Friends & Family Weekend Sale. ROM Members enjoy 20% off the regular price of merchandise in all ROM stores!
DENISE DIAS manages communications for the ROM Governors Office. She has contributed to Toronto Life's style section and the Toronto Star's living section.
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