Area Rugs-Patchwork Theme

I know that you’ve come to depend (well I hope you have come to depend) on this blog for trends in what is going on in the interior design world. We scour the nation and try to keep you up to date with the latest and greatest and I’ve just come across the newest…. Patchwork. It’s showing up in everything from socks, to upholstery, pillows, bedding and of course area rugs. I thought I’d share some tips on how to incorporate this trend into your home and of course some of the rugs that we offer that let you do this.

The history of patchwork is quite simple, it comes from those crazy quilts that our grandmothers and great-grandmothers used to make to frugally use up scraps of fabric. Today, it’s back and with their fun and sometimes vibrant combination of colors that add texture, pattern and even whimsy to a room.

Many of us long for a simpler time with things were more stable and these crafty, folk art additions to a room are a perfect way to reminisce and bring back (and this is may sound trite) the “good ole days”

Now, how do you incorporate any of these (including area rugs of course) into your home?

First, remember that’s it is all about scale. Patterns don’t have to match, but the scales of the patterns need to be compatible, you want it to look like it blends and doesn’t clash. Don’t be afraid to mix in a patchwork rug with a floral sofa, just make sure the scale of each pattern is compatible.

Second, the patchwork doesn’t have to match exactly everything in the room, the way to make it flow is to make sure the colors in the room (and rug) are similar and relate.

Third, remember that the crafty style of a patchwork rug is not meant to be formal it is meant to be casual so don’t get too uptight as you decorate with folk like items, mix and match is the key.

Finally, just like any decorating project, HAVE FUN, this isn’t rocket science, the key is to interject your own personality and make your house YOUR home. It has to work for you and nobody else.

I hope this gives you some ideas how to incorporate this new but old eclectic style into your home, and remember that a rug isn’t permanent, it can add a trend into your room and when that trend gets old or you get bored, just roll it up and move on to the next idea you have.