Seven cute home accessories to show off national pride
Canada Day accessories
Happy Canada Day!
'Tis the weekend to watch fireworks as we Canadians wave tiny red-and-white flags, and enjoy maple-syrup everything. Whether you're planning a Canada Day outing under the stars, or having company over for a big celebration, you'll want to tote some fun and colourful accessories to add to the festive atmosphere. Read on to find out what we'll be using these items for.
Colourful caddy
Going to a BBQ or heading to the beach to watch the fireworks? This vibrant beverage caddy is the perfect carrier for your suds, water and all your favourite liquids. Bonus: The Canada Collection from the Bay also features oven mitts, aprons, tea towels, and shot glasses!
The Canada Collection Canada Beverage Caddy, $12, The Bay.
Sew much pride
We love this beautiful hand-embroidered pillow that features cities and regions all across Canada — a chic way to show off your national pride all year round.
Sew Much Pride Canada Pillow, $245, Roots Canada.
Party time
Fancy up your drinks with red-and-white party straws. To add a bit of old-time charm to your backyard soirée, try popping them into Mason jar sippers — kids and adults alike will love it! Bonus: These ones are made from biodegradable paper and soy-based ink.
Festive Straws Paper Party Straws, $9, Anthropologie.
The perfect gift
Going to friend's cottage this weekend? This gorgeous vintage tea towel makes a wonderful hostess gift. And there's no need for gift wrap — take a satin ribbon then tie a bow across the folded tea towel, and voila! it's ready to go.
Maple Leaf Vintage Linen Tea Towel, $24, Etsy.
Tea time
Show off our nation’s colours even when you serve the tea and coffee. This adorable creamer has a matching plate set — which will look great next to the maple syrup cookies you’ll be serving!
Canadian Creamer Lauren by Ralph Lauren Red Pagoda Creamer, $10, The Bay.
The Mountie
Show support for Canada’s national police force by serving your appetizers and cocktails with these iconic serviettes. A portion of all proceeds will go to the RCMP Foundation of Canada.
Mountie Serviettes RCMP Cocktail Napkins, $5/pack, Red Canoe.
Summer breeze
Cuddle up with a Canadian-made throw on a cool summer's night. Keep it handy at the cottage, your front porch, or to bring along with you to watch this weekend's fireworks.
Cozy Throw Tweed Cabin Throw, $115, Roots Canada.
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