A Guide To Decorate Your Home With Cushions!

Have you ever heard of something like too many cushions? We sure haven't! Cushions are soft, huggable, and aesthetic. Cushions are a simple way to beautify a room without compromising on comfort. Every room looks prettier with stylish cushions—well, except the bathroom, of course! Choosing the right cushion covers can be a tedious task. Here’s a guide that will help you redecorate your home with stylish cushions.

Fabric

Cushion covers are available in a variety of fabrics—cotton, velvet and synthetic options, to name a few. Every fabric has its own look, feel and care needs, so compare the specific fibre composition, texture and care instructions before choosing. Cotton itself has many variations, including duck cotton, tapestry fabrics and blends.

A mix of fabrics in your cushion cover selection can make a room feel layered and considered. Check the wash label and intended use of the specific cover before bringing it home. Whatever fabric best matches your house’s mood, cushions can be the pop of colour you need.

Design

Another way to create variation in your house is to work with different designs—play with prints. There are plenty of options, from florals and stripes to dots, abstract motifs and paisleys. Mix and match is a trend that never goes out of style.

Textured cushion covers are a big yes. Textured cushion covers can include macramé, waffle weave and woven details. A mix of modern and traditional cushions can give your house a trendy, ethnic look. If you like a traditional and royal feel, consider an embroidered cushion cover. If you prefer a minimalist setting but still want to spruce it up once in a while, choose one bold or colourful design and balance it with quieter pieces.

Size

Look at differently sized cushion covers as well. While a standard 16 by 16 cushion cover is a familiar choice, a 20 by 20 cushion can create a stronger focal point. Add a few smaller or larger cushions on your sofa to bring freshness to the room, but choose dimensions around the insert and the seat rather than relying on a cover size alone.

There is also the option of going quirky in informal settings with cushions shaped like clouds or mountains. Round cushions can be a playful addition to children’s rooms. Measure your inserts before choosing covers, and check the stated dimensions on the product page.

Placement

While choosing stylish cushion covers is important, it’s also important to know where to put them and how to use them. Cushions are usually most effective where people sit, recline or rest, such as a couch, armchair, bench or bed.

It’s always good to use a mix and match of cushion covers and sizes so your home looks considered rather than overly uniform. Instead of always placing cushions on your couch, rearrange them in new spots, such as your bedroom. For a garden area, verify that the specific cushion or cover is intended for those conditions. A mix of neutral pieces and more expressive cushion covers can look especially beautiful.

Colour

Colour is something we absolutely love. Whether you prefer neutral cushion covers—such as beige with a little gold—or a maroon velvet cushion cover, bold designs and bright hues can bring out your individual style. Who wants to fit in when you can stand out?

Styling

If you like to splurge, there are many designer cushion covers that can add an artistic touch to a room. Gone are the days when every cushion in the living room had to share the same print and design. A balanced approach is to choose a few interesting patterns, then borrow colours from them for neutral or basic cushions in different sizes. This beautifies the living room while letting your individual style shine through.

Cushions make every house look a little lovelier and a whole lot livelier. There’s never too many cushions. The way we decorate our houses—with love, care and thought—is a form of self-expression unmatched by any other.