How to Mix Styles for the Brooklyn Brownstone Look

As a historic borough and the epicenter of the affluent artisan movement, Brooklyn is home to a unique design style that effortlessly combines pre-war architecture and organic, modern décor. Interested in recreating the look in your home? Read on for our tips!

In this Park Slope brownstone, The Brooklyn Home Company highlighted the wall paneling by lining each rectangle with a tone-on-tone Greek key wallpaper pattern. Though all the original moldings are preserved, the space feels fresh and current, thanks to graphic prints and bright colors.

If you don’t happen to reside in a 200-year-old building, you can still get the look! Molding panels are relatively easy to install, and using them to frame out wallpaper is a budget-friendly way to add a luxe, custom element to your home.

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Blair Harris Interior Design kept the parquet flooring and marble mantelpiece in this Cobble Hill townhouse, but modernized the space with mid-century elements like a wood and brass wall unit, a brass six-arm chandelier and a Danish-inspired coffee table. The neutral armchair and linen-slipcovered sofa keep the room from going too mod, and the botanical wallpaper provides a light and airy contrast to the dark built-ins.

Mid-century modern décor looks fabulous paired with pre-war details, but if you don’t want to dive all the way into the 1950s/1960s look, transitional furniture (a mix between traditional and contemporary) will even things out.

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This relaxed-chic home is technically in Chelsea, not Brooklyn, but it so clearly personifies the traditional-meets-organic vibe that we had to include it anyway. The 1950s rattan ottoman, Scandinavian chairs and custom marble coffee table are perfectly balanced with an antique mirror, oversized original windows, and a white oak sofa.

When mixing different styles of furniture, it helps to unify the pieces with at least one element. In this case, it’s the height – everything is low and laid-back.

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When the color palette is limited, it allows for more creativity in patterns and styles, as seen in this sun-kissed townhouse. Natural light pours in from both ends of the building, and the warm woods, antiqued gold tones and soft yellows feel right at home. With only black and white as accents, it’s easy to combine a tribal rug and a crystal chandelier. They’re united by the consistency in hues.

To replicate this look in your home, choose one consistent color family for your furniture and finishes, then layer in contrasting elements like art and throw pillows to your heart’s content.

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Which one of these stylish spaces is your favorite?

Photo Sources: The Brooklyn Home Company, Blair Harris Interior Design, The New York Times Style Magazine, Domino.

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Game of Thrones: Decor Inspired by the Women of Westeros

Now that the Game of Thrones Season 5 finale has come and gone, it’s time to reflect upon the events of the past 10 episodes. The men of Westeros had their important roles to play, but this season, it was the women who really moved the plot forward. We were inspired by their courage, their resilience, and … OK, fine – their fashion sense, too.

Read on without fear of spoilers. We’re looking at decor inspired by the women of Game of Thrones.

When this deadly Dornish trio isn’t out seeking vengeance, the Sand Snakes dress in the style of the region: light, loose garments in shades of yellow, orange and pink. Adornments include delicate beading and woven ikat. We can see Obara, Nymeria and Tyene resting in this room after a long day of stealth, sun and revenge.

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Having graduated from the leather garb required of a Dothraki Khaleesi, Daenerys Targaryen has recently started dressing like a queen. In her case, this means contemporary gowns with clean lines and monochromatic elegance. Daenerys is too busy ruling Meereen to find time for accessories, you know? We think that if she were decorating her living room today, she’d keep it simple and functional with a few stylish elements, like the modern damask wallpaper above.

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Hailing from a fertile region called Highgarden, Margaery Tyrell and her family are represented by the sigil of a golden rose. Margaery’s gowns often feature a subtle floral design, and she displays her wealth with luxurious blue silks and brocades. We’ve never seen Margaery’s childhood bedroom, but we imagine it might feature botanical prints, an elegant mirrored nightstand and abundant flower motifs.

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As the former queen of Westeros and a daughter of the powerful House Lannister, Cersei is formidable and fearless. She’d have no qualms about mixing red snakeskin hood chairs with damask panels, metallic Art Deco wallpaper, and a peacock blue settee. Can’t you just see her holding court in this bold dining room?

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If you could emulate the fashion and taste of any Westeros woman, which would it be?

Photo Sources: Decorative Bedroom, NOQTR, Veranda, Lisa Gilmore-Sarnowski. All Game of Thrones photos via HBO.

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Shop Quick Ship Products for a Beautiful Home in a Hurry

We’ve all been there – with just a month left until your in-laws come to visit, you decide you just must have new throw pillows on the living room sofa. Or the boring white walls in the dining room absolutely need to be punched up with wallpaper. Waiting is not an option.

Sometimes, inspiration takes a while to strike. If time is of the essence, shop DecoratorsBest Quick Ship products. We’ve got thousands of fabric and wallpaper choices ready to be sent out, so your vision will be realized before you know it!

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Schumacher’s Quick Ship wallcoverings include iconic favorites like Chenonceau (pictured above) and Kelly Wearstler’s Imperial Trellis. Because sometimes, that statement powder room just can’t wait.

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Fabricut’s selection of Quick Ship fabric is full of geometric neutrals, luxurious damasks and bold metallics. You know you need those gold stars somewhere in your home!

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Robert Allen’s assortment of Quick Ship solids ranges from chenilles and velvets to wools and outdoor materials in every color under the sun.

Summer Decor Tips: Update Your Home for the New Season

June has arrived, and we’re opening the windows and letting a warm breeze breathe life into our homes. Ready to prepare your home for summer? We’ve got a few tips!

Mix Neutrals & Bright Colors in Lightweight Fabrics

Photo by Tara Striano

Linen slipcovers in soft whites always make us think “beach house,” and we love the way designer Bennett Leifer added color with summery striped cushions.

Bennett’s tip: “I develop the palettes [for each room in a house] at the same time, making sure there is a consistency in color and texture. I then take each space in a slightly different direction to reflect how the space will be used. For example, the dining room received colorful Missoni print dining chair cushions, reflecting the fresh flowers and foods that would eventually be displayed on the dining table and kitchen counters.”

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Brighten a Dark Room with Sheer Drapes

Photo via Architectural Digest

With silk damask walls and an antique Oushak carpet, the living room in this Italian apartment is full of dark, serious decor. The sheer, billowing linen curtains let sunshine pour through the room and allow a generous view of the Tyrrhenian Sea.

For your home, try putting your heavy drapes away for the season, and welcome the summer sun with a lightweight sheer replacement.

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Reduce Clutter with Minimal Accessories

Photo via Style Me Pretty Living

We love accessories as much as the next interior design junkie, but a relaxed summer room should feel easy and laid-back. Clear clutter from your room – and your mind – and try a neutral palette for a living room that’s just begging to be napped in.

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Go Low-Maintenace with Indoor/Outdoor Fabrics

Photo by Sean Dagen

As the sun gets stronger and the kids start traipsing in with wet bathing suits, your home needs a little extra durability. Indoor/outdoor fabrics have come a long way in recent years – no more stiff, scratchy textiles – and they’re a great way to protect your favorite decor items from fading and mildew.

In this kids’ bedroom, designer Cecily Mendell boldly used a variety of patterns. “I love to mix and match fabrics that you wouldn’t typically see together,” Cecily told us. “The trick is making sure they complement each other – the colors don’t have to all match. Be brave and experiment – your eye will tell you if they work.”

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Fight Summer Heat with Cool Faux Stone Wallpaper & Fabric

As temperatures rise, wouldn’t it be wonderful to wander through an airy Italian palazzo, surrounded by shimmering marble? This summer, bring a cool essence to your home with budget-friendly faux stone fabric and wallpaper.

A bold, colorful stone pattern is eye-catching in any form, and using a marbleized pattern as a window treatment creates an unusual contrast between the implied stone and draped fabric.

While malachite is mesmerizing in rich emerald green, we love the way a neutral black and white version of the pattern creates a statement without stealing the spotlight.

Stone is incredibly versatile, so don’t limit yourself to fireplaces and exteriors! For spaces that could use a little extra gravitas, try out wallpapers that create the illusion of stacked stones.

Exposed brick brings a casual, natural vibe to cool, modern decor. If you’re not blessed with the real thing, trick your guests with a trompe l’oeil wallpaper.

Photo Sources: Apparatus Studio, Design*Sponge, Traditional Home

Exclusive Tips from Thom Filicia & More Designers from the 2015 Kips Bay Decorator Show House

Just across the street from Andy Warhol’s former residence, you’ll find a dignified mansion with a Beaux-Arts style limestone facade. This year, it’s the home of the Kips Bay Decorator Show House, New York’s pre-eminent designer showcase. We visited last week and compiled exclusive tips from some of the designers.

Thom Filicia wanted this room, which he called “A Study in Style,” to blur the lines between the public and private space. He created two separate areas with a desk for working and a sofa for lounging and entertaining.

Thom’s tip: “The space was really about the layering of textures and materials – even though the space has a consistent color tone that makes the space feel serene and relaxed, the textures and materials create a depth and layered sophistication.”

Photo via Architectural Digest

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The Arthur Sachs mansion doesn’t have a family room, so Alessandra Branca made it her mission to ensure that the living room would be a comfortable space to relax. Many pieces in the room are in an elegant Asian style, and she also added a casual element with a slip-covered chair, modern linen sofa and paisley lampshades.

Alessandra’s tip: “Things should be owned. They should not own you. Your home should be like your clothes – if it’s not comfortable, you won’t want to wear it.”

Photo by DecoratorsBest

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Though Pavarini Design’s lounge was called “Midnight Manhattan,” the room was anything but dark. Pavarini is known for creating a dramatic effect with lighting, and in this space, a room that could have easily skewed toward gloomy and flat was masterfully illuminated with state-of-the-art LED and OLED systems.

Pavarini Design’s tip: “Everything must be dimmable to prevent glare and to set the mood. Place a small floor-mounted spotlight under a plant or behind a sculpture for dramatic effect. Vary your lighting: lamps, overheads, sconces, and task lighting to create interest in the source of light.”

Photo by Rafael Quirindongo

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David Phoenix filled this peaceful bedroom with soft shades of gray and neutral patterns. Though there are multiple prints all being used within a small space – plaids, damasks, a traditional rug – they don’t compete with each other because of their similarity in tone.

David’s tip: “I layered a lot of the same color and tone – I wanted it to be restful. In a bedroom, people should have whatever is luxurious to them. Surround yourself with things that are beautiful to you.”

Photo by DecoratorsBest

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In his “Gentleman’s Study,” Alan Tanksley honored Pavlos Papageorgiou, the husband of friend Alexa Hampton, with a subtle Grecian theme. Using creative items like a cork sculpture of the Temple of Athena at Paestum and Greek key trimmed pillows, he paid homage to his muse without going overboard into the Aegean Sea.

Alan’s tip: “The theme is a study/retreat, and in this case, not just a place to work but to relax within the same space. The furniture layout and the fabrics I chose, such as de Le Cuona and Kravet, allow its users to sink into a restful mind while escaping other hectic environments. Not overloading your eyes with too many ‘extra’ things is a gift and an important tool that many people never master, ie. send in the pros.”

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2015 Kips Bay Decorator Show House

The Arthur Sachs Mansion

58 East 66th Street New York City, 10065

Open May 14 – June 11, 2015

Monday through Saturday: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Tuesday & Thursday evenings: until 8 p.m.

Sunday: Noon – 5 p.m.

Tickets: $35

2015 Kips Bay Decorator Show House Designers:

Alan Tanksley, Inc. | Bennett Leifer Interiors | Branca | Cathy Kincaid Interiors | Christopher Peacock | Clive Christian | David Phoenix, Inc. | Drake Design Associates | Gail Green Interiors | Greener by Design | Janice Parker Landscape Architects | Mark D. Sikes Inc. | McMillen Inc. | Michael Herold Design | Paula + Martha | Pavarini Design | Peter J. Sinnott/ Home Works | Philip Mitchell Design | Ronald Bricke & Associates, Inc. | Rottet Studio | Thom Filicia Inc. | Tilton Fenwick

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Designer Fabrics & Wallpaper Add Elegance in the #OneRoomChallenge

This spring, DecoratorsBest was thrilled to sponsor the biannual #OneRoomChallenge, hosted by Linda at Calling It Home. Eight talented bloggers used fabric, wallpaper and pillows from our site to add color, depth and texture to their spaces. To us, it’s fascinating to see the way even small doses of designer products can lend sophistication and elegance to any room, no matter the size or setting.

Yesterday was the final reveal, and we couldn’t wait to see how each blogger put our products to use!

In this updated bathroom by Vanessa Francis, Schumacher’s Agadir Screen Noir wallpaper was the starting point for a bold black and white color scheme. The round mirror and sconce plates mimic the subtle floral shape found within the pattern.

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Schumacher Wallpaper – Agadir Screen Noir

Jana Bek of Bek Design didn’t want to reupholster the sofa in her great room, so she punched it up with a mix of floral and geometric patterns by Schumacher. She slipcovered dated leather armchairs in white linen and tied them into the color scheme with another geometric pillow, also made with Schumacher fabric.

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Schumacher Fabric – Hothouse Flowers Verdance

Schumacher Fabric – Bleecker Absinthe

Schumacher Fabric – Betwixt Leaf/Blanc

Schumacher Trim – Saint Tropez Braid Marine

Autumn Clemons of Design Dump created a soothing atmosphere in her teenage daughter’s bedroom with shades of blue and green, carrying the color scheme over to a sitting area with our Parisian Lights Kelly pillows by Peking Handicraft.

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Peking Handicraft – Parisian Lights Kelly

Andrew Martin Wallpaper – Pythagoras Charcoal

Kravet Fabric – Vinyl Black

Hemp adds texture and dimension to any space – don’t limit yourself to walls! Lindsay Souza used Manila Hemp Peacock Blue wallpaper by Phillip Jeffries to wrap custom nightstands in her clients’ bedroom, sealing it to protect against spills. Grasscloth and other natural materials can be coated with lacquer, but we’d recommend testing with a small piece first.

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Phillip Jeffries Wallpaper – Manila Hemp Peacock Blue

Fabricut Fabric – Chevron Kimono Navy

Dash & Albert Rug – Natural Jute Woven

Jaipur Rug – Etoile Green/Gray

For her daughter’s colorful bedroom, Kirsten Krason of 6th Street Design School added tropical flair with a roman shade made with Schumacher’s Ode to Matisse Punch.

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Schumacher Fabric – Ode to Matisse Punch

DecoratorsBest Wallpaper – Andes Spa

When Kimberly Schlegel Whitman planned her design for this formerly-dreary dining room, her goal was to brighten the space and encourage guests to stay past dessert. She used Fabricut Lavazzo Charcoal trim to add polish and interest to neutral drapery, with the gold accents uniting the fabrics and antler chandelier.

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Fabricut Trim – Lavazzo Charcoal

Pindler and Pindler Trim – Bradford Cafe

Pindler and Pindler Trim – Lacroix Bronze

Fabricut Trim – Athens Key Java

For a sophisticated floral element in her assistant’s laidback bedroom, Kirsten Grove of Simply Grove mounted a piece of Cole & Son’s Peonie Beige wallpaper. We love this project as a creative way to use extra wallpaper remnants! Try using leftover trim or a large picture frame to create your own custom piece of art.

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Cole & Son Wallpaper – Peonie Beige

Cole & Son Wallpaper – Orchid Blue

Scalamandre Wallpaper – La Perouse White

Instead of using multiple throw pillows in her serene master bedroom, Julia Ryan embraced simplicity and a more clean look, using a single oversized pillow in Schumacher’s Garden of Persia Dove fabric as a focal point.

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Schumacher Fabric – Garden of Persia Dove

Duralee Fabric – Grey

Stroheim Fabric – Gujarat Opal

Schumacher Fabric – Shantung Silhouette Print Mineral

Congratulations to all the participating designers on a job well done!

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4 Unique Ways to Style Floral Decor

Florals have gone beyond their traditional reputation and are now being used in all sorts of decorating styles. From glam to retro-chic, these 4 fresh ways to decorate with floral prints will have you looking at blossoms in a whole new way.

Bright & Airy

A plain white room with white furniture can instantly be transformed with a bright floral rug. Choose one with saturated color in a contemporary pattern, then accessorize with pillows that both build from and complement the rug’s hues. For an added pop, paint your ceiling!

Chandra Rug – COU-18217

Jaipur Rug – Mumford – Ivory/Red

Jaipur Rug – Flora – Green/Yellow

Peking Handicraft Pillow – Bahir

Surya Pillow – KS018

Peking Handicraft Pillow – Wauwinet – Mustard/Brown

Edgy Eclectic

Traditional floral patterns get a shot of edge when done in wallpaper with a black background. Create a vignette on a small wall or entryway with a large-scale black floral wallpaper, accenting it with eclectic accessories and a zebra print ottoman or bench.

Cole & Son Wallpaper – Fiori – Black 77_6018_CS

Clarke & Clarke Wallapper – Floribunda – Magenta

Cole & Son Wallpaper – Wisteria – Black

Andrew Martin Fabric – Slash – White Ebony

Modern Glamour

A rich silk will instantly take floral patterns to a glamorous level. Go for a bright orange and mix it with luxe metallic abstract painterly versions, as well.

 

Beacon Hill Fabric – Samurai Bloom – Mango

Beacon Hill Fabric – Annina – Mandarin

Beacon Hill Fabric – Dolomite – Mandarin

Retro Chic

Go the retro route with a recreation of  ’50s painter and textile designer Paule Marrot’s upbeat floral print. Combine it with a sunny yellows & add in a modern touch with a striped ceiling.

 

Scalamandre Fabric – Guermantes – Sand

York Wallpaper – 3 Stripe – JG0674

Fabricut Fabric – Certain – Sunshine

 

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From Runway to Home: 4 Ways to Decorate With Watercolor Prints

In September, the New York Fashion Week Spring 2014 runways were graced with watercolor prints that transported us to a romantic dream. Check out our four ways to bring these on-trend soft & blurry patterns into your space:

1. Peachy Keen

Warm peach, apricot and salmon hues are ideal ways to take on the trend because they’re flattering to any skin tone. Whether you’re wearing it or decorating a room with it, the hue adds an inner glow and is close enough to a neutral to work well with most color schemes. Try it in an aqueous stripe or floral pattern that looks like painted brush strokes.

Fabricut Fabric – Rare Earth – Adobe

Fabricut Fabric – Phrasing – Apricot

Duralee Fabric – 42352-192 Flame

2. Green with Envy

Designer Bibhu Mahapatra sent looks down the Spring 2014 runway that used clothing as a canvas, covering it in oversized green painterly florals. Recreate the look at home by using a table cloth with blurred flowers on it. We like the combination of blue, green & yellow, so either use a pattern that incorporates all of these hues, or bring them in with a flower arrangement and/or colorful dishes & flatware.

Robert Allen Fabric – Landsmeer – Ultramarine

Duralee Fabric – 42357-619 Seaglass

Duralee Fabric – 42358-619 Seaglass

Robert Allen Fabric – Misty Floral – Blue Opal

3. Neutral Territory

Christian Siriano, former Project Runway winner, rolled out watercolor botanical looks for Spring 2014, too. Instead of doing watercolor head-to-toe, he opted to use it as an accent against white & cream. If you have a neutral room at home (filled with beiges, creams or whites), this is the way to go. Simply add in a pillow or upholster an ottoman with a painterly blossoms, and you’ll instantly be on trend for 2014!

Clarke & Clarke Fabric – Romana – Rosso

Duralee Fabric – 42362-638 Raspberry/Green

Pindler & Pindler Fabric – Antwerp

4. Mixer

Love layering colors and prints in your outfits? Then mixing several watercolor prints together is the right route for you! Take inspiration from BCBG Max Azria’s dress and combine several flowery watercolor patterns in a room. Turn your bedroom into an enchanted garden by using the prints as bedding, pillows, a lamp shade—even try it in a picture frame. This look works best against white or grey walls.

Duralee Fabric – 42351-638

Duralee Fabric – 42354-122 Blossom

Greenhouse Fabric – A7609 – Raspberry

Robert Allen Fabric – Misty Floral – Dew

Greenhouse Fabric – A7611 – Punch

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Valentine’s Day Decor in Sweetheart Shades of Red & Pink

Valentine’s Day is just a week away! Get in the mood for romance with these enchanting rooms featuring red, pink & white hues.

3’s Company

We like how these rooms that use a trio of pink, red & white are romantic and work throughout the entire year. This look is all about varying shades and textures.

Andrew Martin Fabric – Apron – Rose

Surya Pillow – FF011

Jaipur Pillow – Nakama – Poppy & Natural

Jaipur Pillow – Alpine – Pure Linen & Red

Surya Pillow – HH017

Pindler & Pindler Fabric – Monticello – Tearose

Pindler & Pindler Fabric – Ashley – Crimson Pdl 3743

Highland Court Fabric – 190138H-4 Pink

Schuamacher Fabric – XANDO-BRICK-POODLE

Chocolate & Red

A red heart-shaped box of chocolates is our favorite treat for Valentine’s day. The look translates beautifully to a living room! Go for a sumptuous brown fabric—you like your chocolate smooth & velvety, so why not your sofa, too?!

Fabricut Fabric – Luxury Silk – Redwood 1749371

Schumacher Fabric – Gainsborough Velvet – Brown Sugar

Coco Cozy Pillow – Flower – Brown/Rust/Tan

Surya Pillow – AR058

Jaipur Pillow – Anjo – Poppy

Jaipur Pillow – Arja – Natural & White

Monochromatic

Floor-to-ceiling use of a deep, rich crimson looks dark & sexy while pink is feminine & refreshing.

Kravet Fabric – Carmine – Russet 32862-19

Jennifer Paganelli Pillow – Lily Gold Embroidery

Surya Pillow – SY008

Fabricut Fabric – Wakefield – Coral

Ralph Lauren Fabric – SUNBAKED LINEN – PINK

Themed

Valentine’s day-themed decorations are a playful way to celebrate the holiday. This room uses shades of pink that would work any time of the year, but for the holiday, temporarily dress up lampshades! Simply wrap the shade in a sweet wallpaper (we prefer the hot pink lips below), pull it tightly around the lampshade and secure ends together with glue (or tape). Voila! A festive look that can be removed after V Day.

York Wallpaper – Smooches – RB4249

York Wallpaper – Pucker Up Buttercup – BV2419RB

Duralee Fabric – 89188-658 Pink Satin

Fabricut Fabric – Solar Satin – Raspberry

Fabricut Fabric – Wakefield – Berry

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