Introduction - Choosing fabrics
It is important to choose carefully the fabrics you are planning to use, considering the proportions of the design and the colour in relation to your room scheme. The scale of the fabric design should also be related to the size and the shape of the piece to be furnished. For example, choose a relatively narrow stripe to upholster a small piece of furniture and wider stripes for a larger piece. Think about how much fabric you will need and the areas you are covering – do you need plain coordinating fabric to work with a pattern to make the scheme easier to live with? You may already have a large expanse of patterned or coloured fabric that you want to use as a basis for your scheme – in which case you have to think about smaller elements of colour and pattern to add to the room.
Combining different patterns together can add variety and colour. For instance, you may have a floral theme in a bedroom, but checks or stripes can work wonderfully with this if you choose the right colours and proportions. If you find this part of decorating a little overwhelming, stick to just three colours and you can’t go wrong.
Combining different patterns together can add variety and colour. For instance, you may have a floral theme in a bedroom, but checks or stripes can work wonderfully with this if you choose the right colours and proportions. If you find this part of decorating a little overwhelming, stick to just three colours and you can’t go wrong.
Above: Have fun with fabrics by using two or threedifferent designs in the same colourway. Here,
florals and checks create a charming look.
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