Creating a Country Cottage Look For Your Home Decor

Let's look at a few things that you could do to really have the most beautiful decor!

The first thing to look at is the walls. If you want cottage style walls then you will see that they are normally done in soft, comforting colors like white, cream, light blue or sage. Very soft pink or yellow works well too and can blend with many different colors.

Floral or small print wallpaper in soft colors follows with the theme. Just the right tapestry wall hanging can really put the room together with the look you're really going for.

The next thing to look at is the floors. Cottage style floors are usually simple, informal and imperfect. Light wood floors look perfect with scattered area rugs to add color. Painted wood floors that blend well with walls work well for that cottage "used" look.

Light fixtures will go a long way to really creating the perfect country cottage feel to it. Look for Bean pot lamps in different colors keep with the informal look of the cottage style. Glass lamps, gold or nickel or painted ceramic also do well. Lamp shades can be easily made by gluing left-over fabric from your throw pillows or curtains over a plain shade. Or try hanging crystal chandelier pendants from the bottom of the shade.

Your kitchen cabinets should be painted with either White, cream or sage. Sometimes a red, dark blue or green can give vibrant color but still work well with the cottage look. Taking off the doors on the dish cabinets is very popular so you can show off your dishes. Glass inserts are also in line with the cottage look.

The great thing about cottage style is the older and more loved a piece of furniture is the better it fits in. Furniture is usually painted pieces in white, cream or sage colors but any color that blends with your decor will work well. The function of the furniture can change around too. A bench can make a great coffee table or a kitchen table can serve as a desk. Couches and chairs should be puffy with lots of throw pillows.

Window dressings should be light and airy to follow along with the soft cottage style. Try curtain rods with decorative finals to add a touch of distinction. Cotton floral or stripe curtains that blend with your decor will keep things light.

Lace curtains or sheers are also an option. A simple valance works well too and for privacy you can have a pull-down shade that hides during the day. Painted shutters are also a nice option for kitchen or living room windows. They give the room the ultimate cottage look.

When considering the wall decor, you might find the Lapin Rabbits Tapestry as a perfect fit. Scattering area rugs on the hardwood floors is the great compliment that makes the room warm and inviting. What about adding the sheepskin wool rugs, as one cozy idea?