Cushion Provence style: colors, shapes, materials, drawings and decorations

The cozy interior of the large role played by decorative elements. They help create a relaxed atmosphere that encourages new achievements. For Provencal style perfect textile decoration: curtains, blankets, bedspreads, tablecloths and pillows. However, it was able to make a pillow in the style of Provence home more comfortable and cozy.

Pillows in the style of Provence have features that must be considered when creating an interior. Distinguishing features include:

• natural motifs;
• naturalness;
• an abundance of decorative parts;
• bright hues;
• vintage.

Pillows can decorate any room. They are decorated with beds, chairs, sofas, chairs, even in the kitchen.

color solution

When choosing colors it is necessary to give preference to natural shades of Provence landscapes. Such as:

• white;
• beige;
• blue;
• salad;
• pistachio;
• lilac;
• pink;
• lavender;
• mint;
• light yellow.

Pillows also are double-sided. Then the main color on one side can complement the main color of the other side. Shades must necessarily overlap on each side and combined with each other.

The form

Strict rules about the shape of products can not be traced. They are executed in a variety of forms:

• square or rectangular (the most common variant of the classic pillows; pillowcases made of tapestry, embroidery or patterned fabric);

  Square and rectangular pillows in the bedroom are in harmony with the rest of the textile color

• round or oval (often used for decoration of bedrooms; shuttlecocks and buttons used for decorating);

  Round pillow embroidered with "Romance" in the style of Provence

• in the form of a roller or the heart (often used for decoration of sofas; rolls are made with lace or buttons, and heart - ruffles).

  Combined pillows of various shapes in the style of Provence

Drawing and decor

Provence is characterized by the use of bright colors, so the background of pillows can be complemented with bright accents, prints:

• floral motifs (as a single flower or flowers);

  Floral motifs for pillows in the style of Provence

• strips (narrow or wide);

  Decorative pillow with stripes in the style of Provence

• cell;

  Pink pillow in a cage for the decor in the style of Provence

• peas;

  Green peas in the style of Provence

• animal motifs (decorated with pictures of various animals both domestic and wild);

  Pillow in the style of Provence with the image of animals and birds

• motifs of provincial life.

As a decoration used parts of the manual work. They fit perfectly in the Provence style.

1. Handmade embroidery. Interestingly will look embroidered flowers, entwined leaves, which will bring in an interior room home comfort.

   Very tender and romantic embroidery on pillows with their hands, in the style of Provence

2. Lace. The articles may edging lace or decorate the entire length (transverse). Well suited lace cotton white or beige.

   Linen cushion with lace, decorated in the style of Provence

3. Application. In such a technique is usually depicted, bouquets, animal.

   Application in the style of Provence on the sofa cushion

4. The combination of fabrics. Interestingly will look like pillows of different types of fabrics (different colors). It applies a combination pattern or ornament with a single color monochromatic cloth.

   Pillows in the technique of patchwork in the style of Provence

5. Flounces, ruffles. Sheathed products look very festive and elegant.

Manufacture of decorative pillows

For the manufacture of pillows should be approached seriously. Then we get a product that exactly match the style of Provence. It is necessary to choose the right material for the base and pillow cases, as well as decorative elements.

Suitable material for pillows

Suitable for the manufacture of only natural materials. It can be mild, gentle or rough. It depends on the design direction. Preferably, use the following types of tissue: blue bream, cotton, flax.

chintz

• The fabric is made based on cotton.
• It is soft, bright and easily.
• Decorated with a variety of floral patterns, pictures.

Cotton (coarse type)

• This fabric looks like a sack, so is ideal for rustic.
• The fabric is different stiffness and density.
• Sometimes gray or beige.

Linen

• The material has good strength and density.
• Excellent combined with embroidery and lace, which serve as the perfect complement to a rough basis.

packing

The material for the gaskets should also be natural, environmentally friendly. These requirements are met: down, goose feather, sheep wool.

1. Fluff or feather. An advantage of this embodiment is light and airy material. Duck or goose down keeps the shape well and recovering fast. Usually filling fluff pillows combined with the pen to the product does not get too expensive.

   Filler down-feather - a type of natural fillers, consisting of a mixture of down and feathers of birds

2. Wool. First of all, it is a useful material. Warms and softens. There is an assumption that helps to cope with insomnia. However, hair - not a very practical material that can be matted with time, and the pillow will lose good appearance. Not suitable for people with allergies.

Important! Each natural filler requires continuous quality care and regular cleaning. If you have an allergy to feathers or wool, you can choose artificial material - padding polyester or hollofayber. They are unpretentious in the care, which makes them more profitable among other representatives.

options pillows

There are plenty of pillows option in the Provencal style, which will make itself. In addition to conventional tissue products can be stitched cushions of felt or just tie. More precisely, of felt to make ornaments and make knitted pillow.

felt

Felt - very practical, comfortable and interesting material. From it will create many interesting option of decorating pillows. For example, to use it as a basis. Choosing suitable at this Provencal colors. You can also sew the top, cut from felt, flowers, leaves, animal silhouettes. Or use ornaments made of felt on top of the base fabric (chintz, linen or cotton).

knitted

Knitted cushions give the interior comfort and warmth. They are perfectly combined with other knitted accessories. Emphasize the rustic style.

You can associate a pillowcase, which will be exchanged for another, if the desire to appear in the future. Choose an interesting pattern. Pick up the thread. It is best to use natural woolen yarn or acrylic. You can also vyvyazat interesting figures and sew to the finished product. It will be nice to look at.

Care Tips

Decorative articles require the same care as a daily household items. This helps to maintain the aesthetic appearance of the cushions. They serve for a long time.

1. It is necessary to clean or wash the pillow case, or the product fully the extent of pollution. Selection depends on the cleaning material.
2. Pillows should be regularly beating, vacuuming (if possible) to ventilate and dry.
3. Wash only by hand without the use of aggressive detergents. The water is not higher than 30-40 degrees.

Make pillows with their hands not be easy, if you follow all the rules and advice on their care. In the end, it turns out beautiful, unique items that will decorate the house, and will give its inhabitants a good mood.

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