And just how does a Fabric Mixologist put together a room full of fabrics effortlessly? So if you looking for the secret to mixing home decor fabric patterns, we’ve got 3 simple tips to become a master fabric mixologist!
You’re not alone, mixing home decor fabric patterns can be a stumbling block or just too complicated to think about. Although fabrics still play a key role in home decorating they do not overwhelm a room. Fabrics are introduced in the overall design where they make a contribution or provide specific needs for the room.
Become a Fabric Mixologist!
First, The secret to mixing home decor fabric patterns is all about scale.
Simple … think small, medium, large. A large-scale headboard fabric is balanced with the medium-scale coverlet. Additional accessories such as the striped rug, footstools, and fun novelty pillows add yet another layer of pattern. But notice how the footstool fabric, blue decorative pillow, and the area rug almost read as solids? Then the artful addition of novelty print pillows in a large-scale break up all the patterns.
Martha MacCallum Cape Cod Home, Girls Room. Featured in CountryLiving.com Wall paint color, Benjamin Moore Caribbean Cool
The second key, developing a cohesive color palette.
Staying within the color palette by repeating those colors will help the eye to make sense of the prints.
And remember, prints can be subtle too. This red white & blue/gray color palette is supported by the bedding, decorative pillows, and built-in cushion.
Benjamin Moore 2018 Color of the Year Caliente AF-290, Caliente AF-290, White Opulence OC-69
Finally, the third tip is to support your prints with solids.
The use of solids helps to ground the design, giving your eye a place to rest.
From TraditionalHome.com, Easy Living in a Stylish California Home
So, thanks for stopping by today, we hope you’ve left inspired ~ Nancy
be happy & be comfortable in your home
Leave a Reply