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I need help with throw pillows and lamps.

12 years ago
I need help with picking out throw pillows and lamps. My couches are grey and there's a lot of it so I would like to break it up with a pattern. I feel I need a larger lamp or maybe taller lamps? Should I put 2 of the same lamp or a very large tall one. My main concern is the type of shade. Burlap? A grey and off white patterned shade? Also should I keep the trunks under the window and the aluminum table next to the couch? Please "tell it like it is" I can take any criticism! Any tips or ideas are greatly appreciated!

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  • 12 years ago
    Hi. The first thing I'd do is change the wallpaper on the back of the kitchen dresser to something like the one on the left below. You really can't make this room work with that pink and green, in my opinion. Then I would simplify what you keep in the dresser: nothing on top, a few well-selected items on the shelves. In fact, the style of the dresser doesn't really go with the rest of the room, but I think it could be made to work in an eclectic sorta way.

    I'd like to see the green below brought into the room with a cushion or two, mixed with cream.

    I like the cream shade on the lamp, but it needs to be taller, as in the picture. One tall lamp is enough, I think. (I've also brought your picture down a bit.)

    I like the trunks but they're much too crowded in there. Can you move the chairs apart a bit, or alternatively find a place against the wooden wall for them?

    I rather like the round aluminum (is it really?) table -- it's fun and it links this part of the room with the dining area, especially the chandelier.

    I'd replace the blue velvet chair with something simpler, more in style with the room, such as the one below from Wayfair.

    I'd suggest that little topiary should go. If you have another place for that what? speaker?, the trunks might look good there. You don't need to put anything on them, just let them be used as a sidetable for the occasional chair.

    You don't need any more pattern, I think. The curtains are lovely and add that dimension.

    And that's quite enough from me.

    Wallpaper: http://pilopist.info/white-blue-jg0627-cottage-walk-scroll-wallpaper-traditional-wallpaper.aspx
    Cream cushion: http://www.etsy.com/market/knit_cushion_cover
    Green cushion: http://www.harrycorry.com/belgravia-green-cushion-cover (UK site)
  • 12 years ago
    Thank you all for your tips and ideas. I really can't go with a yellow or orange pillow because of my rug I have in there.
  • 12 years ago
    I'm getting rid of the blue chair. I have a cream club chair on order with a navy and brown design. That is a speaker that goes with the surround sound so I can't remove that. Again thank you for your ideas!
  • 12 years ago
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    If you are sticking to the present colour scheme, here are some pillow ideas. Start with something neutral in creams and then introduce another colour like orange very subtly

    Thomas Paul Blue Love Bird Pillow · More Info

    Pillow Decor - Criss Cross Stripes Rectangular Throw Pillow, Cream, 22" X 22" · More Info

    Crewel Pillow Outdoor Butterfly Bush Cream Cotton Duck · More Info

    Khristian A. Howell Sedona Throw Pillow · More Info
  • 12 years ago
    last modified: 12 years ago
    first.....love the cladded wall and the bleu....and i like the tv room being at an angle...for the lampshade and pillows... here are some for you....
  • 12 years ago
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    Some lamp ideas
    Dimond Lighting HGTV276 HGTV Home Tangerine Orange Ceramic Table Lamp · More Info

    Girona Mercury Glass Table Lamp · More Info

    Langham Mercury Table Lamp - Damask · More Info

    Leera Antique Mercury Glass Table Lamp Base · More Info
  • 12 years ago
    @Carole I love your ideas! All of them! I chose to angle my furniture because the room is long and rectangular and I didn't want to make it feel more "boxy" than it already is.
  • 12 years ago
    @chemayne I like the orange lamp.
  • 12 years ago
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    you could use the orange lamp!!!here are some rooms that combine all the colors...you mentioned a new chair...do you have a picture of it?and what do you think of the rooms with the orange?too bright?
  • 12 years ago
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    neutral creams and hints of orange and gray ideas
    Dean Orange Cream Pillow · More Info

    Magna And Fynn Cinnamon Orange And Gray Decorative Throw Pillows, Set of 4 · More Info

    Twist Organic Pillow Cover, Orange/Natural, 18 X 15 · More Info
  • 12 years ago
    Glad you like the orange lamp. Some other ideas to go with the theme.
    Ambience Table Lamp - 12323 · More Info

    Crestview Collection CVAER092 Metal Branch Table Lamp · More Info
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    Again, orange lamp and pillows would looking smashing.
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    Agree on the lamp choice. You mentioned taller?
    This one is 28" High with a 17" Shade
    HGTV Tangerine Table Lamp · More Info


    In the grey family with a textured shade, this one is quite nice and is 33" in height with a 16" shade.
    HGTV Home - Grey Blown Glass Table Lamp · More Info
  • 12 years ago
    Hoping I can get some help with moving furniture tomorrow. I will post pics as soon as possible. :-)
  • 12 years ago
    Other orange accent suggestions for the room:
    Format Orange Tray · More Info

    Orange/Red Damask Throw · More Info
  • 12 years ago
    I think you could do burlap outer curtains with breezy sheer white curtains and it would look really cool with your amazing wood accent wall. I agree the furniture arrangement is a bit quirky, and think a more geometric shape would look better. I would also move the lamp from behind the couch and put it on your small side table. You've done a really amazing job coordinating the wood, the couches, the rug, the beautiful accent chair, I love it! I agree that a yellow quilted look could look really cool. Good luck!
  • 12 years ago
    Ok here they are. Finally. Notice the corner where the shelf once was the wood wall needs another coat of stain on it. I'm thinking the the table to the right of the love seat is to tall. I don't like the floor lamp there because it looks lop-sided compared to the other lamp.
  • 12 years ago
    Ok here they are. Finally. Notice the corner where the shelf once was the wood wall needs another coat of stain on it. I'm thinking the the table to the right of the love seat is to tall. I don't like the floor lamp there because it looks lop-sided compared to the other lamp.
  • 12 years ago
    looks nice,liked the room better when it was on the diagonal,but i can see the benefitt with this lay-out,its neat and your wall is much more the focal point,and it showcases your lovely bleu chair..which i all love...yes,the floorlamp is a little high compared to the other lamp,so if you are looking for new lamps that is a good way to find out what you want to put there instead?....are you happy with the room and do you think it needs more color?and what has happend with the hutch?has it just moved to the other side of the room?
  • 12 years ago
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    One 12x16 Pillow Cover Decorative Throw by ReedFeatherStraw · More Info
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    pillow for your blue chair

    get a floor lamp to balance out your larger lamp

    for couch

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    DECORATIVE PILLOW Covers THROW Pillows 18 x 18 by ThePillowFight · More Info
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    for couch

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  • 12 years ago
    @carole I liked it diagonal to but thought I should try it this way. I do like it this way but in actuality it doesn't feel bigger. I am glad I moved the corner hutch. I had no where else to put it so now it's in the garage. I went out and bought some pillows and lamps and I will post some pics tomorrow. I also received a phone call telling me my chair is on it's way from Arkansas. Can't wait.
  • 12 years ago
    @ramona great minds think alike. I went out and bought some pillows similar to what you suggested. I will post some pics tomorrow. :-)
  • 12 years ago
    Go to Pier 1 they have your room colors and several pillows, throws and accessories to match your beautiful room. Good luck!!
  • 12 years ago
    The other toss pillow with green in it.
  • 12 years ago
    Thanks mlou72!
  • 12 years ago
    Here's my dining area. Wondering if I should take that art piece and place it on the wall on the left of the love seat.
  • 12 years ago
    love it all,specially the lamps!!and all the patterns you have mixed look good together...and yes,the art piece would look nice with the loveseat,but what have you got to replace it on the diningroomwall,any 'hidden'treasure you would like to share with us??
  • 12 years ago
    @carole actual I don't have anything as of right now. Any suggestions? What color or throw should I buy? Green or mustard yellow?
  • 12 years ago
    Should I find 3 mirrors to go horizontally or one large art piece?
  • 12 years ago
    Close up of the other pillow with the mustard yellow or gold I should say.
  • 12 years ago
    Just commenting to say I think your room looks great! Your dogs are beautiful and coordinate with the room nicely :-))
  • 12 years ago
    Thank you mkritt! :-)
  • 12 years ago
    I like your floor lamp and have recently been convinced by Houzz that taller table lamps are better in a lot of instances.
  • 12 years ago
    Can you get extra drapery panels and extend your drapes and rods so that they expose the full window? This way, you windows look bigger, you get more light and the look is far more luxurious.
  • 12 years ago
    i like these,1 classic or 1 contempory but not too ornate or 3 the same / 3 different shapes,i cant say,i think either will look good...
  • 12 years ago
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  • 12 years ago
    for the throw GREEN,as close to the green in the new pillow...
  • 12 years ago
    Ramona I will see what I can do about the drapes.

    Carole green it is! Do you think I should put a tray on the ottoman? If so, what would you recommend? Wood or metal?
  • 12 years ago
    I will be on the look out for 3/mirrors.
  • 12 years ago
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    trays for the ottoman,yes,if your dogs are better behaved than mine is!! wood to tie in with the wall and the fabric....metal to tie in with the diningroomchairs and the other 'shiny' objects in your room,i would have wooden tray
  • 12 years ago
    I was leaning more towards a wood tray also.
  • 12 years ago
    I like the new layout a lot better.
  • 12 years ago
    Thank you toomanywhitewalls.
  • 12 years ago
    Maybe add a few shiny or mercury glass trinkets. Something eye catching. Looks great I must say! Where did you find your rug?
  • 12 years ago
    That's funny I do have a small little mercury owl on my dining table. I found my rug at Home Depot. They have great prices on their rugs. It's so thick and soft. I love it!
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    You still need something brighter, I would make the tray a very bright color and add a small pillow of the same color on the loveseat to pull it together. That's my eclectic mind going.
  • 12 years ago
    I'm on the look out for a tray.
  • 12 years ago
    Blue and orange are complementary colors, so if you find a soft coral and blue print for a throw pillow?
  • 12 years ago
    Brandi your LR looks great, I am glad you have not returned to the diagonal furniture placement, this more inviting and cosy. I do not think the floor lamp works though.