Tuesday, April 24, 2012

Color My World Coral: Fabric Week

So progress- my POWW post went up as scheduled, but this one did not. It's a step, right? I have been having so much fun with this Color My World challenge.  So far, I have shared a little decor project in the mantle department, painted dining room chairs, and a new blogging desk for my living room. This week the project was fabric.  And truth be told, this was actually the first project I completed.  When I heard about this challenge, I went to the fabric store immediately in search of coral inspiration.  I searched and searched and then finally found it in a cool graphic print of the reddish coral I was going for and orange on a white background.  It was perfect because the living room already has orange backing the bookcases, so it tied in beautifully.  I used the fabric to make two new pillows for our couches.  Here they are in action!

Here you can see I took the bunting out of the dining room and added it to the mantle to bring in some of the yellow.


Yes, I know the dogs are in there... but my eyes were on them when this photo was taken!


I just love my blogging nook!  And do you see some new additions to the area?

I found these gold hummingbirds for 10 cents each at the thrift shop.  I intended to use them in Emmy's room, but I loved them here!

I also added some fresh flowers.  I found that cute little green pitcher at an estate sale last week.  We have some weeds wildflowers growing and I cut some to fill it.  And of course it's allergy season, so we need tissues in every room!

I have had so much fun participating in this challenge and bringing more color into my life!  Remember, next week is your chance to link up and share your own projects where you have added a color you usually shy away from.  I can't wait to see it!  And be sure to check out all of these awesome bloggers who are also sharing their fabric projects today...

Carmel - Our 5th House
Kristy - Hyphen Interiors
Shelley - Crazy Wonderful
Suzy - Saved by Suzy
Tiffany - Living Savvy
Vashti and Jamie - Like me Some...

Sharing:  Jennifer Rizzo's POP OF COLOR party

55 comments:

Megan said...

Love the fabric print and those hummingbirds are fantastic!!

Kara @ June & Bear said...

i always look forward to these color my world posts from you guys. the room is looking fantastic. i think the fabric you used on your pillows was used for curtains in a room in bhg recently? love them. and the hummingbirds are fabulous.

Andrea said...

The pillows look great. Brings a lot of life to the room and the birds were such a find! I love this challenge.

Andrea said...

The pillows look great. Brings a lot of life to the room and the birds were such a find! I love this challenge.

Andrea said...

The pillows look great. Brings a lot of life to the room and the birds were such a find! I love this challenge.

reFresh reStyle said...

You know I love coral too! The pops of color in the room are beautiful, love the pillows.
Debbie

Lauren@BaylorSays... said...

Cute!!! The room looks fantastic. Love your blogging desk and I'm LOVING the two tables you've paired for a coffee table. Fab room!

Cathy Wall said...

The pillows are darling and add a great pop. Your LR is coming together beautifully Cassie!

DIY Show Off said...

I love the way everything is evolving, Cassie. You've chosen a beautiful color palette!

Beth said...

Your new pillows are fantastic! I love the chalkboard and sweet hummingbirds too!!

Dana Frieling@ Make Them Wonder said...

Okay, those hummingbirds are precious and the perfect accent to that space. Too cute!

Bella said...

Your pillows are so cute! And I love this series of posts. Can't wait to see what's next.

The hummingbirds are a perfect addition to your blogging nook!

Emily said...

looks great! and i was thinking my comment would be "looks great but you need to add some fresh flowers in this room". i obviously must not think until i read the entire post!!

Hyphen Interiors said...

Wow, it's amazing what that color does for that room. I love it in there - great choice! Just splashes here and there - perfect. Well done.

DecorandtheDog said...

I love your little blogging nook. Fancy! And those pillows are perfect.

I'm not a big fan of color in my house. It makes me all nervous. Some day I'll be a big decorating girl and throw some bright pillows on the couch...maybe.

Shelley {Crazy Wonderful} said...

That fabric looks great in there! And your desk area has come together perfectly - I adore your hummingbirds :)

pam {simple details} said...

It's the little details, I tell ya!! Wouldn't be nearly as fun without the little hummingbirds! And, of course that fab graphic pillow!

Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co. said...

I love the mix of colors and fun fabrics! It's all coming together so nicely! And I'm jealous of that new little pitcher too!

Tiffany @ {Living Savvy} said...

I love the graphic print! Great touch with all the other coral in the room!

René said...

I must have been under a rock or something - somehow I missed this challenge. Love the way your living room looks and the gorgeous balance of color. Perfect!

Julia @ 551Eastdesign said...

I love how it it's all coming together! I've never noticed your rug before and I don't know how i could have missed it, it's amazing. :) Where it is from?

Julia @ 551Eastdesign said...

I love how it it's all coming together! I've never noticed your rug before and I don't know how i could have missed it, it's amazing. :) Where it is from?

Lisa Scibilia said...

Your new pillows are so pretty, Cassie! I just love how coral is working in your home - it goes so well with the shade of grey on the fireplace and your couches!

Lisa - A Room with A View said...

Very pretty fabric and I love all the little pieces - the birds, the pitcher and every time I see that amazing rug I love it more, Cassie! The room is such a pretty, fun and friendly space!

Decor & Harmony said...

Very nice Cassie, all the small details really make your space so lovely.

Kim @ keller-creative said...

Those new pillows are so pretty! I love the colors and pattern!

Twice Nice said...

Cute, cute pillows! Cassie, that room must just make you smile, smile, smile when you walk in. Seriously, you have done such an amaing job of picking each piece to perfectly compliment the other! It's gorgeous!

Shelly {Quiet Luxury} said...

The gold humming birds are a nice touch!

-Shelly

Jamie and Vashti @ Like Me Some said...

Love the punches of color! The pillows are great!

Maury Kilgo said...

LOVE that fabric! It's so bright in that room.

Anneke {RustiChic} said...

Those pillows turned out GREAT and they really make a difference in how the room looks and feels! Love it!

Katie said...

I love that fabric Cassie! It's so amazing how just a few accents can really brighten up a space! And that view from your living room! I would never get off the couch!

Jessamie Vincent said...

Love the fabric, lady! It definitely ties that table to the room, and just love the little nook with the birds! Love how the room has come together

Ali Richardson said...

Awesomesauce!!!! I love everything you did!! Those hummingbirds look GREAT there! Can't wait to see it all in PERSON!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Allison said...

Love the pillows, Cassie! Coral is such a great color in your living room. I also love seeing your dogs there in the photo! Those gold hummingbirds are sweet.

Linda @ it all started with paint said...

Love the pillow and the fabric is fabulous ... it looks amazing in your room.

So glad you shared at Pillowpalooza!

Linda

P.S. Love your blogging nook too an those hummingbirds feel so inspirational ...

Suzy www.savedbysuzy.blogspot.com said...

You are rocking this challenge my friend! Love the graphic pillows and I can't believe the birdies were only 10 cents! They look perfect in your blogging nook.

Lisa @ Turning Tables said...

Those pillows are awesome!!! I'll take two please :) xo

laxsupermom said...

Love the new pillow, and the hummingbirds look terrific! What a find! Thanks for sharing.

amy of the salvage collection said...

10 cents??? omg! gorgeous!

and the room looks so happy and springy! love it!

Junky Vagabond said...

Such a comfy, cozy room but filled with lovely color - no builder's beige for you :) Loving the pillows!

Good Time Charlie said...

Oh your room is looking so inviting. My eye went right to those birds! Then, I had a little stab of envy. I want some! Those are just so cute, and what two wonderful little muses they will be for your blogging corner. Happy Tuesday! -K

Sherry said...

I like the cheerfulness the pillows add to your decor!

The Bold Abode said...

Whoop..dere it is!

So awersome, Cassie! I'm CRAZY about that pillow fabric... That is EXACTLY what I was looking for for my dining room curtains and could not find ANYTHING like it... so I settled. Oh, well... I won't make that mistake again!

Chris said...

you are creating a beautiful nest. love all the color

Heather said...

Love it! The freshness of the coral and orange really adds to your already gorgeous living room.

Ange said...

Great fabric choice! I love how the room is coming together and the pillows are tying it all in. :) Plus those gold birds had me at hello and what a buy!

Carrie @ Hazardous Design said...

I love how well the bold colors in your new pillows work with all the blue in your room. The room is really looking good, Cassie!

parkhouselove.com said...

I love the new fabric! The pillows really pop against the couches...and I'm also loving that cute little green pitcher..great find!

Carmel @ Our Fifth House said...

The pillows look great! I'm in LOVE with those cutie little gold birds! SO stinking cute!!!

Tiffany said...

That fabric is awesome. I am really loving the coral colors.

Julia {Pawleys Island Posh} said...

NIce! Ties that gorgeous desk in so nicely!

Lynn @ UpCountry Olio said...

That fabric is great! I just made a pillow with the same fabric except it's black and apple green. It makes a very striking pillow. Love your blogging nook too!

thistlewoodfarm said...

Cassie,

I love the colors! The pillows look so fresh and welcoming! You go girl :)

blessings,
karianne

PS Love the chalkboard, too!

Megan @ Megity's Handmade said...

Those hummingbirds are an amazing find!! Best 20 cents you've ever spent. Super cute room! It's very, very happy! I'm jealous of your gray sofas. I currently have a large broooooooown sofa that I really wanna ditch.