Stars and Stripes

Sometimes, the simplest pleasures inspire grand results. In this case, a walk on the beach and a Flag Day bouquet resulted in a six-bedroom, porch-proud summerhouse decorated in star-spangled style, right along the sand of Moody Beach in Maine.

Everything from red, white, and blue cotton rugs, throw pillows, and quilts to lampshades, picture frames, posters, and folk art were added. A blue-and-white-striped sofa and white wicker furniture also adorn the room.

The red, white, and blue decor carries throughout the house and is seen here in the dining room.

The dining area is furnished with a farmhouse-style table adorned with red mats, blue-and-white-checked napkins, and star-shaped plates, mugs, and bowls. The table is surrounded by Windsor chairs.

The theme even extends to the player piano in the streetside front room. The owner had the piano painted white, and a decorative painter added the stars, figures, and bunting.

The third-floor guest bedroom, features a star window, a red dust ruffle and a white bedspread layered with a blue-star quilt cover the bed. The beaded-board ceiling vaults to the peak, and French doors just beneath the star window lead to a balcony.