Don't Be Afraid of Color!

I've said it before and I'll certainly say it again, don't be afraid of color! White walls certainly have their place in the world, and hey, I have a white wall in my house. Color doesn't necessarily mean the brightest color you can find at Home Depot, or on Alluminare.com, you can choose something subtle and it'll be just as great (sometimes even better!)

A really easy way to incorporate color into your home is with fabric and wallpaper choices. They are a great way to add a pop of color that won't be overwhelming. A few really great throw pillows on a solid colored couch will add character and charm to your living room - they also make for great conversation pieces. Guests will want to know where you got those amazing pillows from, or how you chose such a fabulous color! A great fabric and color combination I recommend from Alluminare.com is Fan Club in Basil and Light Spring Grass. These colors are neutrals and will go with the majority of other colors that are in your house.


Another great way to add a splash of color in your home is to reupholster an old sitting chair in your living room, or your set of dining room chairs. A great thing about textile designs today is that they can be mixed with older furniture to provide an updated look. If you're working with traditional furniture, try to choose a color that you can relate to yesterday and today. Kingston in Twilight Blue is a great option that combines a modern color with a traditional pattern that helps bridge the gab between an outdated piece of furniture and a modern home. How great would this fabric look on a wooden traditional chair that has been painted white? Super chic and modern, and it will hardly cost you a thing!

If you have trouble committing to a paint choice or wallpaper, a great way to add color to a room (and not feel like it's a life sentence) try putting fabric on the wall! I used fabric as a wall covering in my guest bedroom and it was so easy! A fabric and color option I recommend for wall use is Pearl District in Ginger. It's a classic design with a classic color, and it leaves a lot of room for furniture selection. Black, white, dark or light wood would all look great. All you'll need is a tape measure, staple gun and scissors- afterwards you'll wonder why you never thought of it before.

Don't Be Afraid of Color!

I've said it before and I'll certainly say it again, don't be afraid of color! White walls certainly have their place in the world, and hey, I have a white wall in my house. Color doesn't necessarily mean the brightest color you can find at Home Depot, or on Alluminare.com, you can choose something subtle and it'll be just as great (sometimes even better!)

A really easy way to incorporate color into your home is with fabric and wallpaper choices. They are a great way to add a pop of color that won't be overwhelming. A few really great throw pillows on a solid colored couch will add character and charm to your living room - they also make for great conversation pieces. Guests will want to know where you got those amazing pillows from, or how you chose such a fabulous color! A great fabric and color combination I recommend from Alluminare.com is Fan Club in Basil and Light Spring Grass. These colors are neutrals and will go with the majority of other colors that are in your house.


Another great way to add a splash of color in your home is to reupholster an old sitting chair in your living room, or your set of dining room chairs. A great thing about textile designs today is that they can be mixed with older furniture to provide an updated look. If you're working with traditional furniture, try to choose a color that you can relate to yesterday and today. Kingston in Twilight Blue is a great option that combines a modern color with a traditional pattern that helps bridge the gab between an outdated piece of furniture and a modern home. How great would this fabric look on a wooden traditional chair that has been painted white? Super chic and modern, and it will hardly cost you a thing!

If you have trouble committing to a paint choice or wallpaper, a great way to add color to a room (and not feel like it's a life sentence) try putting fabric on the wall! I used fabric as a wall covering in my guest bedroom and it was so easy! A fabric and color option I recommend for wall use is Pearl District in Ginger. It's a classic design with a classic color, and it leaves a lot of room for furniture selection. Black, white, dark or light wood would all look great. All you'll need is a tape measure, staple gun and scissors- afterwards you'll wonder why you never thought of it before.