30 instant cottage-decor updates under $50

Snazzy sipper

Add a pop of colour to your outdoor dining space with these decorative cups. We love that they're environmentally friendly too. Bamboo tumblers, $3, Real Canadian Superstores.

Nautical nod

There's nothing like stripes to create an instant beach-house feel. Decorative striped pillow, $25, Bouclair.

Contemporary accent

Display your favourite seashells in this modern, yet rustic, bowl. Black bamboo bowl, $10, Ikea.

Cozy comfort

Give your outdoor space ambient lighting and functional heat. Handmade gel fuel garden burner, $32, Lowe's.

Sleek server

Who says cottage decor can't be stylish? Use this gorgeous pedestal as a table centrepiece, to serve appetizers or display a cake. Marble & wood pedestal – Small, $40, Indigo.

Ambient lighting

You can never have too many lanterns! Layer different sizes to create a relaxed, cozy atmosphere after the sun goes down. Outdoor decorative lantern, $25, Lowe's. 

Handy holder

A must for summer dinner parties, this cute caddy keeps cutlery organized and clean. Metal utensil holder, $12, Real Canadian Superstores.

Wall art

Bring the sunset indoors with this beautiful set of three images. Purple Blurs, $40/3, Home Depot.

Vintage vessels

Old-style milk bottles are the perfect country-chic accessory. Use them for dinnertime beverages on the deck (we love adding decorative straws for a finishing touch) or as vases, pencil holders or decoration around your cottage. Milk Bottles, $13, HomeSense.

Fresh hardware

Sometimes it's the little things that make a room look refreshed. Use these sleek and rustic bronze pulls to instantly transform space. Oil-rubbed bronze rectangular cabinet pull, $10, Lowe's. 

Beachy tray

This fun tray is both modern and coastal-chic. We especially love the rope handles. Tray, $9, Real Canadian Superstores.

Bathing beauty

Made from bamboo, this bath mat is the perfect addition to any cottage bathroom. Bamboo bath mat, $20, Bouclair.

Rustic accent

Bring the beachy feel indoors with rope accents. It's an easy way to add a touch of summer to any space. Blue natural rope lanterns, from $13, Pier 1.

Canadiana cool

Paying homage to the Adirondack chair, this table makes the perfect patio accent. Red Adirondack folding table, $15, Home Depot.

Au natural

Serve your snacks cottage style on this acacia wood tray. Acacia wood server, large, $25, Indigo.

Farmhouse accent

Pendant lamps are right on trend. Use a colourful one like this to add a pop of colour to your cottage kitchen. Pendant lamp, $15, Ikea.

Bees knees

Help save the bees by hanging this modern bee house in your garden. They will keep your garden thriving, and you'll ensure they have a safe habitat. Modern bee house, $22, HomeSense.

Pretty in pink

Make dessert even sweeter by dishing out a pint of your favourite local ice cream in these pastel-coloured ice cream bowls. Pink stoneware bowl, $3, Ikea.

Toss it

These sleek salad servers are sure to add an element of style and practicality to any cottage kitchen. 2-piece salad server set, bamboo, $8, Ikea.

Cabled candle

Add a warm touch to any cottage with cozy accents like this rope-inspired candle. Knit ball candle, $5, Bouclair. 

Modern comfort

Add more seating in an instant with these practical, yet fashionable, stackable chairs. Margie stack chair, $50, Home Depot. 

Blue hue

Escape to the ocean without leaving your patio thanks to this wave-inspired plant pot. Planter, $25, HomeSense.

Fancy flames

Light up a pathway, tabletop or patio with these chic tiki lanterns. Four-in-one resin garden torch, $20, Lowe's.

Dry time

Make dishtime fun with these farmhouse-inspired tea towels. Tea Towels, $8, HomeSense.

Versatile vase

This pretty pitcher is works overtime as a drink pitcher and as a flower holder. White Vase, $13, Ikea.

Decorative drops

What better place to get a little creative with your decor than the cottage? These decorative decals are suitable for windows, mirrors and walls. Drops, $27, Home Depot.

Cute cutlery

Bring some colour to your outdoor dinnerware with this fun and summery set. 20-piece flatware set, $25, Ikea.

Fun florals

Add pop of colour and style to your table with these chic placemats. Kate Spade rosa terrace placemat, $10, Bed, Bath & Beyond.

Perfect catch-all

Keep keys and sunglasses within easy reach thanks to this beautiful wood dish. Decorative wood plate, $17, Bouclair.

Sustainable glow

Charged during the day by the sun, this lantern lights up in the evening, creating a glow that lasts up to eight hours. Solar wicker tabletop or patio lantern, $20, Home Depot.

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