Can u help match a pattern?

11 years ago

last modified: 11 years ago

I want to get new throw pillows to match new armchairs and need help! Pattern of 'waverly, heartbeat pumice' (enclosed).

Room colors are gold (walls), with white trim and white sofa, mossy sage green recliner (you can't see it in photo) and a few red/gold accents.

Do I go with a geometric or ikat to blend? Which ones in particular? I'm trying out several, as you can see - like the pattern on the table scarf the best so far.

The plaid was from a different arrangement and don't think it works here, but I'm lost.

Thank you for any specific creative suggestions!

PS: Anyone want to suggest something cool to do on the wall above the sofa (not fabric related)?

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Maureen

11 years ago

last modified: 11 years ago

I would look to add one or two graphic pillows in those same colors but not similar shapes. Plus add grey and gold solids, so you aren't overdoing patterns. Bringing home samples is your best bet. If you can sew, then the fabric options are endless. On your walls, I would remove the item on the right of the window and try your two pictures that were over the couch on either side and hang them so they are centered to the middle of the windows. A large brass starburst mirror over the couch will compliment the golds in the room.

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decoenthusiaste
11 years ago
last modified: 11 years ago
One of the pros on HOUZZ is ARKfabrics.com I suggest you check out their site. If you contact them, mention you learned about them on HOUZZ. You may get some specific help.
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Exeter Handkerchief Company
11 years ago
Here a couple of examples of our design work with fabric. We provide hundreds of fabric design solutions that explore the relationship between color, pattern, and texture.

One of the design principals we like to follow is not to have patterns of competing scale. In general, we like to layer multiple patterns of different scale and texture.

Our sample size is twice the size of an Ipad.
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lauriejallen
Original Author
11 years ago
Wow - those are beautiful fabrics, thank you! Do you have a couple you recommend with the yellow-gold chevron I enclosed?
User
11 years ago
We can help you find the perfect pattern mix and today's a great day to use our free designer Q&A! Irene Edwards, executive editor, Lonny is here all day answering your decorating questions. Ask away! http://www.decorist.com/questions/ We'll send you a design board and clickable shopping list with your answer.
Parimita Hura
11 years ago
The sofa and the arm chairs are great . I think throw pillows in solid colors would look best , no patterns at all . Play with shades of green and dash of yellow . What say ?
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Emmy
11 years ago

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decoenthusiaste
11 years ago
You may have to contact ARKfabrics via their site. Not sure they respond regarding the posts they put on your dilemma. Rather than wait for someone there, go on their site and contact them directly, asking for Lonny.
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lauriejallen
Original Author
11 years ago
Thank you decoenthusiaste, I will, and Adismom! I love the idea of solid colors - was looking for a way to tie in sage with yellow and white (and with a bit of red for pop) but could do that with solids as well - thank you so much!
decoenthusiaste
11 years ago
Sorry, Lonny is the consultant at Decorist, not ARKfabrics. Don't know who you should ask for, but tell them someone from their site suggested some fabrics for you on HOUZZ.
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User
11 years ago
@decoenthusiaste @lauriejallen Lonny is a design magazine and the editor is great with fabrics. See her post today, http://www.lonny.com/Family+Living+2015/articles/8rA1MoHath8/Today+Only+Send+Design+Questions . Irene Edwards is hosting our Q&A today which is why I recommend you upload your photo and question here http://www.decorist.com/questions/.
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lauriejallen
Original Author
11 years ago
Thank you very much for recommending the above site. I have sent them over the question and can't wait to see what they say. Your kind help is much appreciated!
sunnydrew
11 years ago
Ark fabrics did respond with some ideas. I think a couple would work with your chevron. I love their color boards.
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User
11 years ago
You are so welcome! Keep me posted.
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