Sweater Chic Warms Up Fall Interiors
Knits have escaped the drawer and are making themselves comfy all around the home, on pillows, throws, poufs and more
Sweater season came early to Alabama this year. Most of the time, our September is basically August 2.0: bright, muggy and oppressively hot. This fall, though, we're being treated to a preview of crisp, cool weather, which usually doesn't hit until Halloween. Recent mornings have been so chilly that we can see our breath outside, and I've been reaching for hot apple cider rather than sweet tea or lemonade.
Although I know we're in for at least one more blast of baking heat, this sneak peek of autumn has me anxious to snuggle into my cardigans and cable knits. So in the meantime, I'm basking in photos of sweater accents around the home. Take a look at the way these knit beauties cozy up their surroundings.
Although I know we're in for at least one more blast of baking heat, this sneak peek of autumn has me anxious to snuggle into my cardigans and cable knits. So in the meantime, I'm basking in photos of sweater accents around the home. Take a look at the way these knit beauties cozy up their surroundings.
Petite cozies are keeping these plants toasty warm. This would be a great way to salvage a favorite sweater that's developed holes or begun to unravel. The button detailing is impossibly cute.
A patchwork of knit squares stitched into a rug adds an appealing layer of warmth underfoot. Again, you could easily do this with worn-out sweaters — even with some picked up from a thrift store.
What a darling display for a nursery! Sweet baby sweaters add a touch of heart. Translate this idea to an adult space by hanging or framing a spectacular hand-knit pullover.
You could toss a cable-stitch throw on the bed, but why not go all the way and make it a chunky knit spread? The only downside: It would be extra hard to get up on winter mornings.
Want to take the austerity out of a modern or minimalist space? Toss in a sweater-style pillow or two and watch it heat up.
Sweater pillows make this daybed so inviting that I'd have a hard time not grabbing a book and curling up on the spot.
Knit poufs are hot right now. This one, in a kids' room, adds textural depth and a cuddly note to a restrained palette.
Knit-patterned carpet tiles bring the trompe l'oeil wow factor.
This bohemian take on the drum shade would suit an eclectic room beautifully. Or use it to rough up the edges of a more traditional space.
A hand-knit cover transforms a mod square ottoman into a homelike hassock.
Who says your iPhone doesn't need its own sweater? Pumpkin orange is pitch perfect for the season.
