Q. I am redecorating my bedroom soon and I am hoping to style it so that it looks like an autumn forest.
What sort of colours/patterns would you suggest (any photos would be very helpful). It does not bother me if things are not completely coordinated and I'd like my room to have a more rustic, old-fashioned feel. How can I do this?
Thank you.
What sort of colours/patterns would you suggest (any photos would be very helpful). It does not bother me if things are not completely coordinated and I'd like my room to have a more rustic, old-fashioned feel. How can I do this?
Thank you.
A. that sounds like an amazing idea..i love the fall aslo..well what you could do is stain alot of things..brown stained wood would look nice..brown is a good color to use for autumn..its the darker, less bold color to use..but you also want colors like red(not too bright of course, think of leaves), orange, yellow, and possibly just a little bit of a light, faded green..it would just be a matter of choosing the colors to go in the right areas to balance it all out..you could paint the walls brown(sounds bad i know but wait), with white trim on like windows, molding and floor paneling, and then maybe if you have anything wood in your room you can stain it brown, and then get things like red orange and yellow bed set/pillows, those colored lamps, night stands, curtains, pictures making the trim of different items be different colors..get a rug...the best colors to stick to tho besides the redish orangish and yellowish ones..are brown, tan, and dark red/maybe maroonish..i also like purple..it goes well with the other colors...but what you could do is buy stickers..they have these stickers that stick on your wall and there shaped as leaves..its pretty cool..ill leave a link to show u an example..you could try to put leaves on other things too like the side/top of a desk or your headboard..think of halloween..pumpkins, hay, corn, black..goodluck..i think its a great idea..i might steal it :] lol
How do I decorate my bedroom like the 1940s?
Q. I want to decorate my bedroom in 1940s glamor style. My inspiration came from the notebook. I realize the notebook isn't glamor but I would love to incorporate both of these styles. And ideas?
A. Colors
Choose Jadeite and a red and white theme. You can find plenty of vintage accents to fill your bedroom for either one of these color schemes. Why not start a collection of jadeite that you can display in drawers? You can jazz the place up with vintage wooden handle gadgets that are painted jadite and cream. If you are going for the red and white theme, there are plenty of red vintage bed sheet and bed cover out there and vintage linens can really perk up the place. Another advantage of the red and white theme is you can also add in a fruit theme on top of bed side desk.
I would leave the walls a neutral color - white of off white so that it does not detract from all your great accessories. Linoleum flooring in a checkerboard pattern would be perfect. Some color coordinated throw rugs can add a bit of color to the floor and pull it all together.
Lighting
Simple lighting is best. You can buy vintage ceiling lights and wall sconces if you want a really authentic look. Of course you'll want to make sure you have enough task lighting so some modern lights will have to be worked in. I suggest you make them as subtle as possible so they don't look out of place.
Window Treatments
Use vintage curtains for your windows. You can buy them with complimentary colors and great patterns. If you can't find curtains make some out of vintage dish towels or tablecloths - you can buy tablecloths that have stains in 1 area pretty cheaply and then just use the good area for the curtains! If you are going with a red and white 1940's kitchen decorating theme, you might want to pick either cherries or apples as a secondary theme and look for curtains with those fruits in the motif.
Furniture
Glass knobs will really jazz up your bed furniture and drawers and add an authentic vintage look. If you have painted drawers in either white or cream, try the green glass knobs. Your bed side table and chairs should either be a chrome vintage style or a vintage wooden style table with enamel top. If you can’t find either of these, you can buy any type table and hide it with a vintage tablecloth.
Accessories
Accessories for 1940’s style as bedroom accessories can be found in antique malls as well as bought brand new. Soften up the room by hanging vintage tablecloths and tea towels around. Chrome appliances go well with this look as do the retro style appliances you can buy brand new these days.
Choose Jadeite and a red and white theme. You can find plenty of vintage accents to fill your bedroom for either one of these color schemes. Why not start a collection of jadeite that you can display in drawers? You can jazz the place up with vintage wooden handle gadgets that are painted jadite and cream. If you are going for the red and white theme, there are plenty of red vintage bed sheet and bed cover out there and vintage linens can really perk up the place. Another advantage of the red and white theme is you can also add in a fruit theme on top of bed side desk.
I would leave the walls a neutral color - white of off white so that it does not detract from all your great accessories. Linoleum flooring in a checkerboard pattern would be perfect. Some color coordinated throw rugs can add a bit of color to the floor and pull it all together.
Lighting
Simple lighting is best. You can buy vintage ceiling lights and wall sconces if you want a really authentic look. Of course you'll want to make sure you have enough task lighting so some modern lights will have to be worked in. I suggest you make them as subtle as possible so they don't look out of place.
Window Treatments
Use vintage curtains for your windows. You can buy them with complimentary colors and great patterns. If you can't find curtains make some out of vintage dish towels or tablecloths - you can buy tablecloths that have stains in 1 area pretty cheaply and then just use the good area for the curtains! If you are going with a red and white 1940's kitchen decorating theme, you might want to pick either cherries or apples as a secondary theme and look for curtains with those fruits in the motif.
Furniture
Glass knobs will really jazz up your bed furniture and drawers and add an authentic vintage look. If you have painted drawers in either white or cream, try the green glass knobs. Your bed side table and chairs should either be a chrome vintage style or a vintage wooden style table with enamel top. If you can’t find either of these, you can buy any type table and hide it with a vintage tablecloth.
Accessories
Accessories for 1940’s style as bedroom accessories can be found in antique malls as well as bought brand new. Soften up the room by hanging vintage tablecloths and tea towels around. Chrome appliances go well with this look as do the retro style appliances you can buy brand new these days.
What is th best bedroom wall colour for a teen girl?
Q. I need some ideas on what colour to decorate my room with... I like pinks, reds and purples, I don't mind silver or blue either, just anything but brown, green, cream, black and grey. I am quite girly and like lots of art. I would like colours that are trendy and fashionable. Most of my furniture is wood (oak) and not very colourful. Please help!
A. I think hot pink and black is super stylish for a teen girl. If you grow out of things quick I would recommend maybe just a deep red accent wall. I have a blue accent wall and I use to love it but now I can't stand blue!!! :) I think black and pink is super Chic and not dull at all. Just FYI you do not want to go too dark becuase then you will have bad lighting when doing make-up / getting dressed.
http://www.free-home-decorating-ideas.com/image-files/bedroom-decorating-colors-15.jpg
http://commercialwallcovering.com/DesignCenter/images/jw105667.jpg
Maybe even wall paper instead of paint... Something like this
http://www.decorsave.co.uk/productimages/large/L399.jpg
http://www.free-home-decorating-ideas.com/image-files/bedroom-decorating-colors-15.jpg
http://commercialwallcovering.com/DesignCenter/images/jw105667.jpg
Maybe even wall paper instead of paint... Something like this
http://www.decorsave.co.uk/productimages/large/L399.jpg
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