I've had a lot of people say how much they love the "Shabby Chic" decor, but they aren't sure how to combine things for the perfect look. Well, if you are one of those folks, today is your lucky day. In this read, you'll find out exactly what type of items to combine to get that beloved look.
If you'll look closely in the above pictures, you'll see a perfect combination of old and new. There's just the right amount of each in this set up. So how do you accomplish this look? I am SO glad you asked!
1: Find your star of the show. My recommendation would be to go out with a bang! Find you a piece of furniture that has character and pizazz! My favorites are old worn out pieces like in the pic above. They have a story to tell and a ton of character! Go big or go home ;D
2: Find a color scheme. Are you a Plain Jane kinda gal, or are you a colorful diva who needs sparkle and fireworks? Me...I'm a neutral colors kinda chick. Give me brown, white, Robin's egg blue and I'm good to go. See...
Please excuse the lack of decor. I'm still trying to decide on what the heck to hang on the side of this pallet. Mirrors maybe...?
3: Figure out if you want this piece to have a simplified look, or if you want it to be a focal point with lots of conversation pieces like antiques and such. Above... you'll see that my couch is obviously the centerpiece, but the pallet above my couch is the focal point with the knick knacks added.
4: Does this piece need lighting? Is it in place in your home that is darker? If so, figure out your favorite lighting piece(s). Sometimes it may not be necessary, but it just looks so darn good :)
5: Now that you have your vision in tact for this piece, find a focal point for it. Start in the middle and work your way to the outsides.
6: If you've decided to use lighting, that's ok, just decide what you like and where you want it to sit. Just make sure it doesn't clutter it up too much.
7: Start filling up your open spaces with knick knacks of the colors of your choosing. Be sure to add height in a couple of places if you've decided to add several things to your piece. For example, books with a cute vase on top with some flowers, or a birdcage next to a pretty candle. Although, sometimes less is more. So be careful not to add too many things.
8: Make sure your knick knacks are relevant to where this is sitting in your home. For example, if you have a hutch sitting in your living room, you wouldn't want to add coffee mugs and saucers to the top lol. That's just weird! You would want maybe a mirror, some greenery, and possibly candles or something of that nature.
9: Take your time and don't be afraid to play around with different ideas. In fact, steal other items from around your home to help in your decision making so you're not rushing to buy things you may not need.
10: Love what you've done and feel confident about your decisions. All too often, I have felt very unsatisfied with how certain things have turned out, only to find that people LOVE what I have done with my space.
If you are wanting to decorate something other than a hutch, buffet, or end table; for example...bedding, or bathrooms, or kitchens, just be sure to always combine a little bit of old with a little bit of new. Add some sparkle to your old worn out items. Here are some great examples...
This kitchen has a few rustic pieces with some shiny new ones as well
Oh and I am swooning over this dining room! The mixture of those wood tones alongside the shine from those vases, lamps, and mirror is just perfect!
And this bathroom is just darling! The new look of the white cabinet with those rustic farmhouse signs and shiny tin vases is beautiful! Love that pop of yellow too.
Good luck guys! And don't hesitate to show off your designs! I want to see what you've done!
