Handycrafted: Summer Wicker...

When I think of laid-back summer cottage style, I immediately think of wicker furniture. There's something about it's organic, breezy and simple nature that references the outdoors and evokes feelings of comfort and ease. For me, it is reminiscent of days at the cottage and being on summer vacation. Wicker furniture or accents are a must if you want your cottage to exude exotic, coastal or beach-house charm... Woven materials such as wicker, rattan and seagrass are ideal to have in your home because they are lightweight, easy to clean, do not attract mold, do not easily accumulate dust and can be used for indoor and outdoor applications.