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How to Add Velvet to Your Interiors

February 10, 2020 / Interiors / Comments Off

Velvet was always a winter texture in interiors, however it has now become an all year round trend.

It’s a luxe texture which can elevate a space instantaneously. I’ve got a few velvet pieces in my home and they won’t be swapped for anything else even if the trend disappears.

Interior tends come and go. How long velvet will stay on trend, who knows. But even when trends disappear, they come back round again. You may end up with a much wanted piece by keeping what you have.

I do love the feel of velvet and how it can add texture to a space. I thought I’d share some ways you can introduce velvet to your home. A small accent here and there is an affordable way to bring a bit of velvet into your home. Larger pieces will need more of an investment though.

Pillow Covers

I bought some forest green velvet cushion covers on sale at Adairs a year or so ago. They were in the clearance bin and even though I wasn’t sure how I’d style them, I knew I wanted them.

Changing pillow covers is a super affordable way to update your bedroom. The picture above shows how I recently styled our bed using a new kantha throw and some floral pillow cases from Add to Cart.

Cushions

One of the most popular ways to introduce a trend to the living room is adding a cushion. A round cushion or a large square cushion can be used to layer within your existing cushions.

Photo by Rachel Lewis Photography

Ottoman

There are many uses for an ottoman in the bedroom or your living room. A velvet ottoman adds a luxurious piece to your interiors

Photo by Moss Melbourne

Bedhead

Velvet Bedheads are my favourite bedheads. They’re soft to touch and comfortable to recline on. While it’s a pricier piece to invest in, it may bring that added wow factor to your bedroom. If you’re not keen for colour, opt for a neutral.

Photo by Houzz AU

Occasional Chair

The occasional chair has become a popular piece of furniture in the home. Offering a reading nook or another spot for a guest to sit when the couches are taken, an occasional chair in velvet can add a feature focal point to the room.

Photo by ekin erinch photography

How to Add Velvet to Your Interiors – Pieces to Consider

Othello Quilted Velvet Cushion in Tangerine $110
Kensington Collection Coal Bedhead prices start from $599.99
Milan Velvet Large Ottoman $750
Mustard Velvet Novelty Round Cushion $39.99
Mercer + Reid Olive 1 Seater Chair $699
The Block Shop Pink Velvet Cushion Cover $60.01
Castle and Things Stripe Velvet Lumbar Cushion Cover $49
Charm City Velvet Arm Chair $795
Castle and Things Jumble Garden Velvet Cushion Cover $79

Do you have velvet in the interior of your home?

Disclosure: Prices are current and available at time of publishing. There are affiliate links on this post. Should you choose to purchase an item, I will receive a small commission at no extra cost to you.

Favourite Coffee Table Books in my Home

August 26, 2019 / Interiors / 0 comment

I have coffee table books around my home, which I love to periodically peruse for ideas or to simply give me a break from scrolling on my phone.

Most commonly, I stack my books on the TV cabinet or on the buffet to give height when styling my home décor.

The books I have on display have been curated for their interest and they look visually pleasing when on display.

I thought I’d share my favourite coffee table books if you want to display your own collection. I do dream of having the books stacked on a coffee table like below… but when you have young kids that love to draw, it’s easier to keep the coffee table clear and display the books elsewhere.

Favourite Coffee Table Books

1. HomeBody by Joanna Gaines

I love this book as it details different interior styles Jo uses when decorating the homes of her clients’. She offers suggestions on how to style tricky areas of the home, while mixing interior styles together to create a balanced look. You can read my review on this book here.

2. Magnolia Table by Joanna Gaines

Another book by Jo, which I love to flip through periodically is Magnolia Table. The recipes shared in the books are from Jo’s family heritage or are ones she uses to feed her family. This book is like Jo giving you a warm hug and a small glimpse into her family life. It’s easy to pick a page and start reading.

3. Keeping House by Emma Blomfield

This delightful interior book by Emma offers tips and tricks to create different zones in the house which suit the lifestyle of those living within the home. You can read my review here.

4. Home by Emma Blomfield

This was Emma’s first book which helps homeowners work out how to set up their home using the furniture they have or have purchased. You can read my review on this book here. The delightful cover makes it a stunning book to have on display, anywhere.

5. Whiskey in a Teacup by Reese Witherspoon

I received this book from Jacob for Christmas. I read it in a day or two. I loved the recipes, tips and tricks Reese shares from growing up, to making a home for her family and entertaining guests in her home. Another delightful book to have on display, which is easy to read and be inspired by.

6. Adore

Adore was my first ever coffee table book. The outer cover looks a bit worse for wear, but I love flipping through this book for inspiration on colourful interiors. As you know, I love having colour in my home. This book is sold out from most online stores. I did find a link from one stockist which I have linked in the title.

7. Absolutely Beautiful Things by Anna Spiro

Another favourite coffee table book I like to have on display is Anna Spiro’s Absolutely Beautiful Things. I love how Anna mixes textures and patterns to create a cohesive, yet delightful interior. When I need inspiration to think outside the square, this book is the one I turn to.

What coffee table books do you have on display at your home?

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Move Aside Pom Poms and Tassels, Fringe is IN

March 5, 2019 / Interiors / 0 comment

Fringe is in when it comes to interiors. It’s being adorned on lampshades, cushions, throws and rugs. It’s not a new trend, because it has evolved from the 1920’s Victorian era and then remerged in the 1970’s Hippie Boho era and it has once again come round full circle as an interior trend for 2019.

If you have grandparents or parents who have kept their fringe trimmed lampshade, you can tell them it’s all the rage now.

I have a friend who loves reading the interior section of my blog because it’s her quick way to see what trends are in. Being a working mum, she likes reading posts that lay out what’s new in interiors without her having to search for the information.

When pom poms were in, off she went to get a pom pom throw for the bed. She recently bought a new home so this post has been written for her in mind. Never mind she has young children and fringe is probably one of the worst things to have in a family home because it may get matted and knotted. Pro tip: Keep the fringe short to avoid such incidents.

Fringe adds texture to the bedroom. Who knew I was already onto a trend with our new bedroom linen?

Here are some budget friendly fringe homeware finds. Kmart is all over it with their fringe cushions, and for $8, they are a steal.

The Adairs cushion is actually targeted to kids, but I LOVE it. For $14.99, it’s another bargain way to add the fringe trend to your home.

FRINGE is IN – Budget Homewares

Ivory Gili Macrame Pendant Light Shade $149
Kmart Ella Cushion in Berry $8.00
Home Republic Hippy Shake Blue Natural Basket $47.99
Velvet Fringe Cushions from $50 each
Kmart Ivory Fringe Cushion $8.00
Ashra Fringed Jadiete Table Linen from $3.95 to $54.95
Adairs Kids Little Wanderer Cushion Square Lilac $14.99
Kmart Avery Gold Cushion $8.00

Is the fringe look your style? Or are pom poms and tassels your preferred embellishment?

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Colourful Interiors: I love Embracing Colour in my Home

February 4, 2019 / Interiors / 1 Comment

If you’ve read my blog for a while and follow my daily outfits on Instagram, you will know I love to wear colour. I also love embracing colour in my home. Colourful interiors make me happy, and I tend to gravitate towards bright colours when decorating my home.

While we have the odd feature wall throughout our house, I embrace colour through cushions, artwork and quirky décor. I also love adding shades of green with live plants.

I have an eclectic mix of items that I swap around here and there.

I usually change things up straight after putting the Christmas tree away.

I thought I’d share some corners of my home that have had a bit of a refresh. The only new items on display are my Reese Witherspoon book, and two plants. I also bought new cushion covers for our outdoor setting to replace the mouldy, sun faded ones.

The larger framed artwork is from The Block Shop, and the smaller framed artwork is by Maggie. She did this painting at Kindy, when she was 4.

I was scrolling through photos of my décor style in previous years and it’s interesting to see I display things a bit differently. Always with levels and odd numbers of items grouped together.

I still need to update family photos, which is on my to do list for things to get done around the house.

Outside, I replaced the cushion covers. I had bought ‘outdoor’ cushion covers on eBay a few years ago, but the covers faded and went mouldy after being kept outside. My two Sunburnt Outdoor Living cushion covers were great, although they had slightly faded from the sun.

I had bought these in a seconds sale for my grandma as it was hard to find 60cm x 60cm sized cushion covers. But when I received them, the colour was not what I expected so I kept them for myself (too bright for Grandma). I wanted to refresh those cushions, so when the Boxing Day Sales arrived, I bought two new cushion covers.

I’m really happy with how they look outside. The two small cushion covers are from Bunnings, which I had bought a while ago. This area is where I like to retreat with Jacob to watch the kids play in the yard.

I’ve never had a flair for interior styling, but I do enjoy reading interior style blogs and take styling cues from their displays.

Everything I have on display speaks ‘home’ to me. Sometimes the kids add their own outdoor ‘treasures’ to my displays.

Do you love colourful interiors? Or do you prefer a neutral home interior? Do you change your home around after Christmas or at the start of a new year?

Protea Homewares To Add Some Florals To Your Home

July 25, 2018 / Interiors / 0 comment

This week, when the junk mail landed in my hands, I could see a new trend emerging with protea homewares.

stella quilt cover target protea homewares

Stella Quilt Cover from Target featuring wild flowers and proteas

It seems to be the flower of choice in wall prints, bed linen, cushions – even tea towels.

I think the Protea trend started last year, but it’s being repeated again this Spring, intermixed with wildflowers and botanical greenery.

I think the protea is a gorgeous flower, but the pastel artwork and homewares aren’t my first choice when decorating my home. My picks would be the brighter artwork and bolder print cushions.

The easiest way to add proteas to your home is by planting one in the garden or a pot and adding the flowers to a vase on the table. You could also purchase some flowers to display in your home.

Here are some ways proteas have been used to decorate the home.

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Protea Homewares

If you love proteas and want to add a floral touch to your home, here are some protea homewares I’ve found online.

Stella Quilt Cover Set from Target $39-$59
Protea Art Print in Teal from Zanui $44.95
Navy Protea Cushion from Pillow Talk $19.95 (on sale)
Stella European Cushion Cases from Target $15
Protea Journal from Kmart $4
Lost and Found Cross from The Block Shop $54.95
Protea Tea Towel from Kmart $3
Protea Limited Edition Print by Lamai Anne from The Block Shop $132.95

Are you a fan of the protea? Got any protea homewares in your home?

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