Yes, I have made some changes to the iron bed under our main staircase!
And yes, already! ;-))
It was all too busy and I needed to tone things down...so away went all the odd/mismatched cushions, quilts and eiderdowns...
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And I've introduced a new calmer look.
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I thought when I found the old cushion covers that were once on the sofas in our living room (whilst sorting through a pile of fabrics that I'd forgotten I had), that they could work better on the seat we had created here in the hall.
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I'd made this set of large cushion covers at least 12 years ago, I'm guessing, all from lovely antique fabrics and quilts.
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Several times they'd had to be patched and repaired over the years, which is one of the reasons I had reluctantly replaced them...
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Several times they'd had to be patched and repaired over the years, which is one of the reasons I had reluctantly replaced them...
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But here, where they will be used and enjoyed once again, it shouldn't be such a problem, as they will receive a lot less wear than on the main sofas in our living room.
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Maybe I shouldn't look to change my style, and I should stick with the colours and textiles that I've always loved - If 12 years down the line I'm still liking these cushions, then that must mean something?
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And I do think, this time(!) that I am settled...
I will get round to showing some of the other changes I've made around our home soon...All of which I won't be changing again in the near future!
;-))
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Have a great week,
Niki x
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So cute! I love it, Niki!
ReplyDeleteI love your style! I'm still working on mine. We moved to our current place about 2 years and it's still developing! Your cushions look gorgeous on your bed sofa. I love all the roses :)
ReplyDeleteif you get a min, please have a peek at my new blog http://prettyflowersinthewindow.blogspot.com/ I'm a real newbie blogger!! Maggie xx
What a lovely place to sit and relax with a book,very pretty.Love Jill xx
ReplyDeleteI think that could be a record for you Niki ;) i liked how you had it before but this looks really lovely.
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looks wonderful .... so cozy
ReplyDeleteall it needs is a book , a cat and me !
Looks grand. I love the platter.
ReplyDeleteWow, what a wonderful space to read and dream... just lovely.
ReplyDeleteLoved the original version but this looks great too. Yes, less busy.
ReplyDeleteCarol xx
Sooo lovely! As far as changing your style--maybe you're not really "changing" it as much as "adding" to it. I still love things I've loved for many years BUT I find there are other things I love too now! ;-)
ReplyDeleteI seriously would love to curl up there in that oh-so-cute hideaway and have a looong chat.
What a lovely, cozy little spot! I love it! Looks like the perfect spot for a bit of tea and a good read! :)
ReplyDeleteHi Niki.
ReplyDeleteWonderful bowl with roses! Sigh!
This is a piece of paradise!
Hugs and kisses, Maria.
(with translator)
Yes , yes just move over while I stretch out ... it looks so comfy!! jennyx
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely relaxing corner
ReplyDeleteJulie xxxxxxx
I went back a few to see your cushions before the upgrade. Much nicer now! I don't think you patched as much as you appliqued on these. That's what makes them so nice... the age softens and the applique is an artistic bonus.
ReplyDeleteHugs!