Not sure if it is the lack of sleep caused by hubby’s new alarm clock, the boy’s new-found early wake-up time, or my daughters mopey-ness is rubbing off on me, or the fact that I just can’t seem to find the ‘right’ decorative pillow for my bed is causing me to feel down – whatever it is, is driving me bonkers. Grey, if you will. Not blue, because that is to clichéic, and the color grey is the cause of my new pillow obsession that is threatening my marriage, and challenging my decorating skills. Okay, not really, but Hubby really doesn’t understand my need for decorative pillows and the sheer happiness that they bring me (usually). Surely, he would have a much better reason to leave me then that. Ahem.
Recently, I moved the rug that used to be in my bedroom, to the entryway, which hubby agreed was a good move. However, it left a void in the bedroom. So, of course, I had to buy a new rug…a Target special, nonetheless. Here it is, in the space…
I love the lines, and the Moroccan print, which matches the mirrors I have hanging in the room
The new rug has created a need for new pillows to tie the look together. I realize my bedroom is on the verge of pattern overload, but if I have learned nothing from Candice Olson and HGTV, it is that mixing different textiles, patterns and prints, creates a luxurious feel. Who doesn’t want that?
However, I think the new pillow print, maybe a little too much…
too loud? Or maybe the cross in the center does them in. Either way, I am looking to all of you for advice.
Keep them?
Return them?
Rearrange them?
It is only fair to show you the whole space so you can get the overall look and feel I am going for
In a perfect world, I would love to tie in the coral color from the bench, and the grey color from the rug. So far, this has proven to be impossible.
I am sure there is one out there but it probably costs a pretty penny. Remember, I am not Oprah rich, so I refuse to spend more than $15 per pillow. It is the thrifter in me.
Help!
Xoxo,
Magazine Mom
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My 2 cents…its not the new pillows (love), its the large solid blue ones. Maybe a faint pattern with a pop color (coral)? I think that would do it. Love the rug!
I have never really liked those either! Great idea!
Yes, agree! Are those standard pillow with shams? Might not be too hard to find pillowcases with coral in them.
yep, standard cases. I am on the hunt!
I’m showing my hubby!…you actually have MORE pillows then we do on your bed!! He does not get that either..
Lol…to think I actually edited down 😉 Miss you, Tina!
I have the same mirror! Great minds….
think a like!
In a pinch you could buy coral fabric dye or fabric paint to add just a touch, but you could also look at a coral throw at the end of your bed or even just a doodad on your end table. I’ve seen coral Coral…but your room is beautifully done!
Thanks so much! Great suggestion, I have never dabbled in fabric paint, but it seems like the perfect challenge for me.