Have you redecorated your home for summer? This is one season where I do like to switch up my decor. Bring on all the whites and breezy blues, the lightweight linens and classic stripes. But make it simple - I like a clean and uncluttered feel in the summer. 

My summer mantel decor is anchored (ha!) by this original ship painting. It's by Canadian marine artist Ken Deeley dated 1985. I found it in an antique shop last summer and they had over a dozen of his works. I'm very tempted to go back for more and build up a large collection fit for a gallery wall. 

I had the painting recently framed at Michaels and I love how it turned out. If you're considering Michaels for your art, wait for a 50% coupon for sure as custom framing can be SO expensive! I tried the painting with modern frames, ornate frames, light wood frames... but none had that vintage appeal like this worn black and burnished gold frame. Original art can be an investment but this is a piece of art I can envision owning forever.

Beside the fireplace, I've placed our new striped pillowtop ottoman courtesy of Wovenbyrd. Wovenbyrd is a sponsor of the One Room Challenge and I'll be moving this ottoman to the basement once the remodel is done, but I couldn't resist adding it here. Stripes are a summer necessity and they bring a touch of modern contrast to this mantel vignette. I hope you've enjoyed my vintage coastal summer mantel!