Last week we talked about
sofa styling, so this week I thought it would be fun to look at bed styling. There are lots of options out there, but I prefer a pared-down look (no surprises there). I secretly hate making the bed, but after years of my parents forcing me to, it's now a compulsion. Plus, who doesn't love climbing into a nicely made bed at the end of the day? That said, if styling the bed takes longer than 30 seconds, it's not going to happen every day (and my husband would probably refuse to make it that way, anyway).
Here are several inspiring beds that manage to look great
and seem like they'd be pretty easy to make:
OK, folding and positioning the throw blanket would definitely take longer than 30 seconds, but it looks really good and I would do it for my cat, who would obviously think it was the world's best napping spot.
Same.
So, did your parents force you to make your bed every day? And how many throw pillows are too many?
Last night after I put Hannah to bed, I decided to fix a tear in the seam of one of my sweaters. I realized it was really a job for the sewing machine, so of course I thought, 'hey - if I'm going to go to the trouble of breaking out the sewing machine, I might as well sew that throw pillow for our bed'. Yeah, that throw pillow that required sewing in a zipper - only the second one I've ever done.
The sweater was an easy fix, but the pillow was a major pain in the you-know-what. My sewing machine (actually my mom's) randomly loses bobbin tension and I can't figure out why. Each new project requires plenty of of wasted thread, finger crossing and silent prayers to the gods. It may have taken me at least twice the time, but the pillow is done (and the zipper works).
Our cat, Henry Rollins (he looks cute, but he can be vicious), approves. The fabric is Marrakesh Firefly Ikat and it's even more gorgeous in person (like, in the picture above, I'm just as likely to pet the fabric as the cat).
You may remember that
I already sewed two throw pillows for the bed using this fabric, but I later swiped the forms for our couch. I'm digging the simplified look (I did something similar in
the guest room and I still love it), but it kind of breaks my heart that those beautiful slipcovers are stuck in a closet. Maybe I should host a giveaway?
Last time you saw the guest room, the bedding situation looked like this:
Pretty whomp whomp. Luckily you guys offered some great suggestions to improve it - like adding some colourful throw pillows or a bolster - and after doing some research on Pinterest (that's what I'm calling it now), I made a few other changes too.
I brought in the white coverlet from our bedroom (now that we have a new duvet cover) and moved the quilt to the foot of the bed. I find it stands out more this way. I also lowered the headboard a few inches and made a throw pillow using some Marimekko fabric I've had for years (proof that hoarding fabric has its upsides).
Oh, and I decided to nix the mirror above the bed (I actually sold it on Kijiji during this week's mini-purge). My aunt found a gorgeous vintage mirror for me at a Vermont antique shop and my mom is bringing it back for me. But it's not going above the bed. I've got another spot picked out for it and something else planned for the wall above the bed. More on that when I actually get around to it :)
Have a great weekend!
P.S. Remember my hint involving chalkboard paint earlier this week? Check back next week for the reveal!
Now that nights are a little colder, I decided it was time to switch up our bedding for fall. And when I spotted Style at Home's
limited edition bedding collection, I couldn't resist the tallulah duvet cover. It's the perfect mix of grey and taupe for our neutral bedroom and I love the ikat-inspired print. I've been searching for a new duvet cover for a long time, but I couldn't find a print I liked (anyone else have that problem?). So when I saw the tallulah print, I got the quick OK from the husband and ordered it on the spot (BTW, it has a nice silky feel to it and I think it could go more grey or taupe, depending on what you pair it with).
I found the wooly red throw at HomeSense for $19. It's perfect for curling up with a hot drink and a good book, or just for taking a nap (these would be two of my favourite fall activities). I already had the small houndstooth pillow on hand and I made the other pillow cover out of an old shower curtain (you may remember it from the DIY fabric headboard in the guest room - it's the fabric that keeps on giving). For fun, I added a few buttons from my collection.
My bedding switcheroo gets Hannah's approval (this is her 'I approve' face):
As opposed to her 'I hate outfit photoshoots!' face:
So, do you switch your bedding up for fall? Any great sources of duvet covers I should know about?
BTW, I wasn't paid or perked to mention Style at Home's new bedding collection - I just like sharing good stuff!
Happy Valentine's Day! I picked up the February issue of
Better Homes and Gardens while travelling last month and I love this simple idea to freshen up your bedding. Just add a brightly coloured or patterned fitted sheet to your boxspring and turn down your blankets to show it off - doesn't it look great? All my sheet sets are fairly neutral, so I've been keeping my eyes peeled for a fun fitted sheet to mix in.
My birthday was on Friday and I celebrated by going out to dinner at one of my favourite Greek restaurants with friends. Adam even baked cupcakes with my favourite icing topper - crushed Skor bar! He also gifted me with
#5 and
#2 from my recent wishlists - now you understand why I put these things together :)
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