Decorative pillows

Interior design always implies a careful study of details. It is under this condition that the image of the living space is filled with meaning, it turns out to be balanced and complete. An integral part of the modern design of an apartment is decorative pillows, designed to ensure the comfort of placement in any corner, increasing the degree of warmth and comfort in the house.

Textile accessories accentuate the visual appeal of the furnishings and act as striking accents that support the decor. By their color, shape and pattern, you can easily determine the style orientation of the interior. When you do not want to resort to radical transformations of housing, but the soul requires changes, then it is with the help of decorative pillows that you can simply and quickly, and, most importantly, effectively implement your plans. How exactly, let's find out.

People receive information about the surrounding reality mainly with the help of their eyes. The main everyday irritant for many of us is the discrepancy between the appearance of certain objects and our own taste. Especially when it comes to things that fill our apartments and houses.

A person is so arranged that even ultra-modern decoration, a new furniture set and “smart” technology are not able to fully satisfy his natural desire to express his individuality. It is best to entrust the solution of such a difficult task to home textiles, namely decorative pillows.

These accessories fulfill five essential functions:

• Serve as a link between the components of the situation, making the design logical and holistic.
• Add attraction the aesthetic component of the living space and the comfort of upholstered furniture.
• Emphasize favorably style execution of the interior.
• Become accent subjectsdiluting monochrome or neutral designs, helping to achieve color balance.
• Contribute to the creation of a relaxing, cozy, truly homely atmosphere.

Interior pillows differ in purpose, shape, size, material of manufacture of the cover and filler.

• Functional load. The first association that arises when mentioning decorative pillows is furniture accessories. The possibilities of their application in order to increase the comfort of placement on upholstered furniture are endless. They serve as additional armrests on armchairs and sofas, where handrails are not structurally provided or there are handrails, but hard wood, act as headrests on beds and instead of backs on ottomans.

In modern corner transforming sofas, the back is equipped with cushions on lifting mechanisms. In addition to sofa models, there are floor-standing products. They can be used as an alternative to poufs or underfoot.

• Exclusive items - unusual designer pillows in the original design serve exclusively as a decor. Handmade cool personalized accessories give the interior a bright personality, making it memorable.Funny children's models of toy pillows decorate the rooms of little explorers, helping to develop the imagination and imagination of the child.

• Design features. Due to the different options for fastening elements in decorative pillows, products differ in appearance and strength.

The lineup is presented:

• Classic thoughts - the most common type of accessories in the form of a square or rectangle.
• Sectional models, which have two surfaces and an insert as a connecting element and to give additional volume.
• Turkish pillows with folded gathers and many opposite folds, due to which they acquire splendor. This type of accessory is characterized by a solid color scheme or a traditional oriental ornament.
• Quilted stylish items where the front side is decorated with neat stitching, so that the fabric does not wrinkle, and the pillow keeps its shape well.
• Cushion pillows with a sophisticated design. It is these structures that perform, if necessary, the function of a headrest or armrest.

A variety of forms of interior pillows allows you to become the owner of a unique interior.

Popular geometric shapes:

• Square - the classic version of the execution of dooms. Square models are universally suitable for decorating any models of sofas, armchairs and beds.
• Circle and oval - such forms are typical for Turkish accessories.
• Rectangle Is another topical solution for standard sofa cushions. Combinations of rectangular and round accessories of different sizes look advantageous.
• Triangle and polygon variations. The original triangular and polygonal models help to achieve a balance of shape in the design.

When choosing decorative pillows, it is important to adhere to the general style of the room in order to avoid contradictions. Let's find out which accessories will harmoniously complement interiors in popular styles.

• Shabby chic. Any exotic options from natural / artificial fur, in the shape of hearts, lips or sweets, richly decorated with ruffles, bows, rhinestones, sequins, bugles are appropriate here.
• Modern... In cases with modern 3D photo printing, wavy patterns, floral ornaments. Materials - linen, cotton, burlap. Classic colors - white, black, beige, additional - red, purple, green. If the pillows are arranged asymmetrically, it's not scary, democratic modern welcomes some rebelliousness in the design.

• Provence... Classic, round, oval or log-shaped with ruffles and a button in the middle. Light, mostly light, unobtrusive shades. Colors - polka dots, stripes, with small flowers or with a rooster - the symbol of France. Decorated with hand-made embroidery, lace, applique, flounces.
• Oriental style. Bright colors and luxurious materials, decorated with gold tassels, embroidery, fringe. Don't forget about the floor cushions, which can be scattered randomly on the soft carpet, making the interior look like a Scheherazade tent.

• In the sea. Solid white, blue, beige or light brown to match furniture or wood floors. Rollers and pillows with striped patterns in white and blue colors emphasize the marine nature of a romantic, cozy and airy interior. Fantasy thoughts - lifebuoys will come in handy in the nursery.
• American. White, black, gray or combined options from similar colors, square, flat can be.Beds are decorated with a wide variety of pillows, a style that welcomes the abundance of soft decor in the bedroom.

The standard dimensions of a classic sofa accessory are 40x40 cm.For the design of non-standard furniture, models 50x50 cm or large rectangular models 50x70 cm are used.Children's furniture can be interestingly beaten with small 20x20 cm dummies, and massive furnishings in spacious rooms can be supplemented with large accessories. To complement large-sized furniture, products of 70x70 cm are used.

A pair of covers are provided for the interior cushions. In the first, inner, of dense material, there is a filling, and already on top, the product is closed with a decorative outer cover.

Coarse calico or high-density cotton is required for the manufacture of the inner cover. While external decorative covers are sewn mainly from upholstery fabrics.

Accessories are:

• leather, eco-leather. The advantage of natural material is a presentable appearance, an artificial analogue is no less beautiful, but it is much cheaper;
• from felt - light, soft, smooth fabric with an unusually pleasant texture;
• velvet - luxurious material that will not electrify and attract dust;
• tapestry are considered one of the most beautiful, due to the use of exquisite tapestry with a variety of ornaments;
• calico - natural, eco-friendly material, thin and very delicate to the touch. Great summer option;
• from flax - thin, but strong, durable fabric with high hygroscopicity.

Fur models and unusual pieces deserve special attention, where the design provides for bonded aluminum plates like an ancient chain mail. Products are selected according to the criteria: durability, tactile qualities, individual aesthetic preferences.

Decorative pillows can have natural or artificial filling.

Modern manufacturers use the following types of natural fillers:

• Goose / swan feather / down with good thermal insulation properties. They clearly outline the anatomical curves of the body and have the ability to quickly regain shape.
• Camel / sheep wool - moisture resistant materials with unsurpassed thermostatic properties.
• Silk - wear-resistant, moisture-resistant, durable material with hypoallergenic properties. Provides maximum tactile comfort regardless of the season.
• Bamboo fiber - an environmentally friendly material that is pleasant to the body and does not cause unwanted reactions.
• Buckwheat husk with medicinal properties and orthopedic effect.

Of synthetic fillers, preference is given to:

• holofiber;
• Fiberlon;
• komerely;
• hollophane;
• synthetic winterizer;
• latex;
• tempura;
• PPU (polyurethane foam).

General characteristics of these materials:

• Hypoallergenic.
• Good dust-repellent properties.
• Do not accumulate static electricity.
• Not susceptible to foreign odors.
• Low hygroscopicity.

The ability of color to influence our emotional state is a scientifically proven fact. Considering that decorative pillows in the interior play not the least role, try to choose the color scheme of accessories thoughtfully.

It is important to take into account:

• functional purpose and the size of the room;
• general palette and the color temperature of the interior;
• style registration;
• coloristic performance available textiles.

What colors of pillows will look organic in themed interiors:

• Indian - red, yellow, green, decorated with golden tassels. Another option is a series of the simplest single-color pillows, but in different shades.
• Ecodesign - beige, gray, brown and pale blue accessories.
• Fusion accepts a large number of multi-colored pillows in warm, rich shades of background or bright print.
• Grunge - in neutral shades of beige, brown, milky, graphite blue. Accent combinations contain noble shades of gold, copper, silver.

• Vintage - romantic pastel shades - lilac, pink and blue, playful prints with cats or touching stripes.
• Safari - under a tree or leather with images of representatives of the animal world of Africa - with tigers, lions, panthers, zebras.
• Pop Art - with photo printing, bright abstract designs or geometric patterns.
• Japanese - one-color or two-color with inscriptions from hieroglyphs.
• Mediterranean - warm shades of beige, orange, yellow and rich gradations of turquoise.
• Moroccan - purple, blue, yellow, lilac, always red, symbolizing the element of fire.

If even the simplest interior pillows can revive the atmosphere, then what can we say about accessories intricately decorated with all kinds of decorative elements:

• with tassels at the corners and fluffy fringes - ideal for oriental styles;
• with puffs - voluminous assemblies and with folds - such pillows look lush and airy;
• with lacecompletely covering the front side or with lace inserts, which always looks elegant;
• with piping around the perimeter, which gives expressiveness to the pattern or braid as decoration for ruffles and flounces;
• with bows - single large or a composition of several bows;
• with appliques on various topics, decorative lacing and buttons;
• embroidered with satin ribbons, embroidered with rhinestones, beads, sequins and decorated with multi-colored feathers.

We found out everything about the color, shape and design of decorative pillows. How to achieve a harmonious design? For the result to meet expectations, it is enough to use one or more basic principles.

• Tone-on-tone decoration is a universal option. Monochromatic doodles on a corner sofa in a similar shade are a winning combination for restrained and austere classic interiors.
• Monochrome design - here the pillows act as independent elements, not taking into account the color of the existing furnishings. A wide sofa with black and white accessories will organically fit into modern interiors.
• Accents... The cushions are used to create the effect of color spots to attract attention. A wooden sofa bed in neutral shades or black upholstered furniture is decorated with bright, lush cushions without / with a print.

• Multicolor design. Suitable for modern, neutral, oriental interiors. Corner sofas with large beams and bolsters in all colors of the rainbow will make the atmosphere lively, adding dynamics, and cheerful.
• Two plus one scheme. Original pallet sofas with two-tone cushions that support the upholstery shade look fresh and unusual, creating a relaxed and inviting atmosphere. This solution is also suitable for a corner kitchen sofa.
• Combination method. The listed schemes effectively interact with each other, you just have to show imagination and observe the measure.

As with any home textiles, interior pillows require regular maintenance. Products with natural fillers are systematically treated with a quartz lamp and ventilated. Fabric covers can be washed, with the exception of velor and velvet, which are recommended exclusively for dry cleaning with a special brush.

A couple of times a year you need to use the services of dry cleaning: professional treatment of pillows with steam and special. works wonders by means. Such procedures are capable of returning an attractive appearance to products, which is especially important for expensive accessories made of genuine leather.

The ideal of everyone is to have a comfortable and stylish apartment. Decorative pillows in this business are excellent helpers. Whether you want to make a cozy nest, create a glamorous interior, minimalist design, or have not yet decided on the style of decoration, but just want to refresh the existing environment - perhaps our tips and suggestions will suit your taste. And the examples in the photo gallery will help the puzzle come together or direct thoughts in the right direction.

• The restraint of Scandi design and the neutrality of the dominant snow-white range are diluted with accent pillows rich shades of blue, terracotta, orange and fuchsia. Form compositions of solid, two-color pillows and accessories with themed ornaments of snowflakes, zigzags, deer.

• If you want the interior to be different, use embroidered pillows. This exclusive is versatile and equally transforms a prim English bedroom, an ultra-modern high-tech living room and a simple country house.

• Multifunctional floor cushions serve as poufs, armchairs, couches and even sofas. Due to movable propylene balls, which are used as filler, you can change the shape of the "furniture" at any time. Therefore, the interior always looks fashionable and stylish.

• Nowadays, the options for decorating modern interiors with pillows in accordance with the seasons are extremely in demand. In winter, plush, knitted and fur accessories are used. In the spring, the covers have blossoming flowers and trees, in the summer the fruit and berry theme dominates, and in the fall - the red-yellow-orange gamut.

• A trendy trend is the use of natural and artificial skins of exotic species. - leopard, tiger, giraffe or zebra skins. Furs or pillows with animal prints combined with skin on the wall, furniture or on the floor look very impressive and tie the design together.

• Floor cushions are a highlight in an ethnic oriental interior. Lush slides of silk and velvet cushions of square and round shapes on magnificent handmade Persian carpets with a nearby low table crowned with a hookah - this is how an oriental idyll looks.

• The bed is large and comfortable, but is there something missing? Perhaps the most romantic accessory in the world of interior design is the canopy. The canopy can be made of silk, satin or light transparent material, decorated with tassels and fringes. For completeness, look for pillows in the same fabric and decor.

Decorative pillows can be sewn by hand. How to do this, see the next video.