How to Decorate With Farmhouse Beads

Farmhouse beads have become a staple in many homes, from modern to boho and everything in between. The wooden beads are like jewelry for your living space, accenting everything from a coffee table to fresh flowers in a glass jug. They come in different colors, lengths, and large or small beads. We’ve rounded up 10 ways to accessorize your home with them.

Large glass jugs, or demijohns, look gorgeous when placed on a roomy coffee table. Add an element of warmth to the demijohn by dressing it with greenery or pampas grass, then wrapping some farmhouse beads around the neck. Available on Amazon; $25.95

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Doorknobs take the brunt for holding grocery bags, purses, or even strappy clothing. Keep your knobs and levers clean of clutter while adding a little style by tying a set of farmhouse beads around them to dress up your door. Available on Etsy; $9.89

Decorating your coffee table or ottoman with a tray allows you to keep small items like coasters, remote controls and books nicely organized. Adding in a small vase with flowers, or a pile of farmhouse beads adds a touch of style. Available on Etsy; $15

A decorative ladder leaned against a bare wall makes for minimalist, rustic decor all on its own. If you don’t want to take away from the style by covering it with throw blankets or trinkets, try a simple string of farmhouse beads to accent the look. Available on Etsy; $30

Farmhouse beads work with any season. For a timeless garland, add a long string or even multiple sets of beads from the mantel that adds a relaxed look to the space. Adding greenery along the top of the mantel will enhance the vibe even more. Available on Etsy; $42

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Whether for displaying Christmas cards, candid Polaroids, or even sweet notes, a garland made of farmhouse beads is a trendy way to display sentimental items. This wood garland comes with clips to allow you to hang it over a doorway, on a mantel or anywhere you see fit! Available on VivaTerra; $99

Whether you want to DIY your own plant hanger or find one ready-made, farmhouse beads make the perfect sturdy base for displaying your houseplants. Cream-colored beads will soften your vibrant plants. Available on Etsy; $55

A chunky pillar candle holder is begging for a set of farmhouse beads to rest on it! Try these hand painted, washed gray beads. They’ll offer a modern-meets-relaxed look for accenting your home. Available on Wayfair; $39.99

Coffee table books are meant to stir allure. Dress them up with a string of farmhouse beads by draping them over and around closed books, or open up a coffee table book and use the beads like a bookmark. Each of these beads is handmade with clay. Available on Wayfair; $76.99

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Step outside the box and tie back your curtains with a little texture. The farmhouse beads add a trendy boho look that’s also functional. These tiebacks feature looped ends for ease of use when hooking to walls. You can also use them to cinch a panel in the middle. Available on Target; $24.99