I've been working on the dining room lately. Just little things here and there. Isn't decorating a process of adding and editing! This week I've added new velvet pillows.
But not just any pillows... velvet pillows. They always say elegance to me...
I made them myself and because they were envelope pillows they were super easy to whip up!
I think velvet pillows can sometimes look old fashioned. So, that's why I made them envelope style... and added a row of fabric posies! Much more updated and far less stodgy. Elegant with a twist!
I chose a gold/camel/greenish color to bring out the golds in the dining room. I adore gold!
I think the color compliments the rug and buffet.
Just the lighting from one side of the room to the next really changes it's color.
I added very easy to make posies using the curtain and chair fabric.
Aren't they fun and sassy! You can see a posy making tutorial by clicking HERE.
Pillows give my plain head chairs a little more pizzazz!
It was pure, blissful serendipity that the flowers peeked out over the table!
I have another project that I am working on in the dining room... but that's for later this week!
Look for an upcoming MAKING AN ENVELOPE PILLOW DIY soon!
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Yvonne,
ReplyDeleteElegantly done, dear friend!!!
Love the choice of hue and yes, I did see how it changes with the light.
I've been embracing the detail of my kitchen wallpaper and searching
for more ways to bring in the taupe and mushroom hues.
I'll be watching for your DIY post!
Have a wonderful week ahead!!!
Fondly,
Pat
Very pretty, Yvonne. There's just something lush about velvet.
ReplyDeleteVelvet always screams elegance...love how you added those cute roses!...and your dining room is magnificent..I always look forward all of the changes and additions you make to that room!...
ReplyDeleteI love your dining room so much & those pillow are just fantastic. Love the roses!
ReplyDeleteAngela @ Number Fifty-Three
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ReplyDeleteThanks, Joyce! I really need encouragement! My blog is such a joy for me! I'm so happy you enjoy it!
DeleteI love your blogs! You always come up with wonderful inspiring ideas. These pillows are one of them. Very classy and elegant!
ReplyDeleteI LOVE THEM Yvonne!!
ReplyDeleteVery pretty - and I always love seeing your dining room!
ReplyDelete-Shelley
Beautiful touch to your elegant dining space!! I love your curtain fabric and your dining chairs! Can you provide the source for both? Thank you!!
ReplyDeleteLove your pillows ... the posies are a wonderful "touch!" They are a beautiful addition to your chairs!
ReplyDeleteYvonne, your pillows are absolutely gorgeous! I too have white slipper chairs around my table and always put pillows on 2 of the 6 chairs...it adds so much interest to a finely decorated table. I love your chandy...so elegant. Would you share where you got it?
ReplyDeleteHi June, thanks for your very sweet comment. The chandy came from Overstock.com
DeleteYour pillows are gorgeous!! Love the elegant color and rich texture, beautifully done, Yvonne!
ReplyDeleteLove velvet and the pillows are gorgeous in the dining room! I have some gray velvet from Calico Corners Outlet that I got earlier this year just waiting for something - maybe I'll give these a try!
ReplyDeleteVery pretty. The addition of the little rosettes are what does it for me. Makes them go from ' pooh how nice' h to 'wow!'
ReplyDeleteI admire you so much, Yvonne! When I think of everything you are going through but yet you keep on being creative and you keep on with your blog. You have such a lovely home. Your pillow is gorgeous. I absolutely love it. I am crazy about velvet and the posies are such a unique contrast. It is strange how the play of light can change the colours in our rooms. I once had a light yellow living room and on rainy days, I never liked how it affected the tint of it. The play of light in your room has a very nice effect on the tint of your fabric. Take care!
ReplyDeleteThe pillows are a beautiful addition to this lovely room.
ReplyDeleteSuzanne of Simply Suzannes at Home
ReplyDeleteYour velvet pillow is beautiful! I love the addition of the rosettes.
There's something timeless about velvet.
Thanks so much for sharing!
Hope you had a great weekend,
Suzanne
Very pretty and elegant, as is your entire home!
ReplyDeleteLovely pillows and those posies give it a special touch!
ReplyDeleteJudy
Those velvet pillow are such an elegant addition to your dining room. Velvet never grows old, always beautiful.
ReplyDeleteYou room is coming together so beautifully! It is bright, yet elegant; high class, yet casual and comfortable. Well done !
ReplyDeleteThe pillows are beautiful! Yes, I saw different hues in the 2 pictures, isn't it amazing what light will do to colors!? Velvet is so elagant, and I love the "twist":):)
ReplyDeleteYou have so many wonderful pillow ideas!. I love the rosettes. Thanks so much for sharing and I hope your recovery from surgery is coming along well.
ReplyDeleteBlessings to you dear Yvonne,
Patti
The new pillows look great! I also LOVE your rug! Where did you find it? Thank you for sharing!
ReplyDeleteLeticia
Lovely addition. I would love to have fabric covered chairs at our table. But with five grandchildren I think that is down the road a bit. giggle. I always enjoy seeing your lovely home. Hugs
ReplyDeleteLove the new pillow, it is perfect in your space. I am not sure why we have a dining room we never use it. I sure wish I could turn that space into something else. Your's always is magazine ready and just stunning.
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