We've been redecorating the living room, and with the big pieces finally in place (more on that later!) we're ready to start playing with the details. I am a pillow fiend, so of course that's the first place my thoughts turn. For the sofa I'm thinking bold and graphic, with a touch of cheek--and these silhouette cushions from Ferm Living are just the thing!
If black and white isn't your bag, then shades of plum, mustard and grey make for a great fall update. (Aside: At Blog Out Loud I had the pleasure of meeting Christiana, the creative force behind Ferm Living. She is every bit as wonderful as the products in her shop! )
Thomas Paul is another go-to source for pillows. The website has a zillion patterns to choose from, but I'm partial to a punchy pup, a Mad Men-esque floral, old world Fortuny opulence, and an indigo sea horse. (In fact, midnight blue is one of my favourite hues this season!)
You may be familiar with the clothing line Twinkle by Wenlan, but did you know they have a home collection too? Get your fill of zigzags, polka dots and girly glamour, all in shades of blush, sea foam and navy. Any of these would easily look fabulous--the hard part is deciding which I like best! Now tell me: do you have a favourite place to shop for throw cushions?
oh how gorgeous these items are!
have a lovely day, darling
x
Posted by: Susan | September 01, 2009 at 08:37 AM
Thanks for your timely post! I'm getting a new sofa too, and so have been on the lookout for appropriately gorgeous pillows.
Posted by: CashmereLibrarian | September 01, 2009 at 08:37 AM
Love them all. But I really think I NEED those silhouette pillows. At least a couple of them. Great post!
Posted by: christina | September 01, 2009 at 09:25 AM
These pillows you feature here are so beautiful!I love Homegoods or TJ Maxx for throw pillows - especially if you are on a budget like I am! They have often have an eclectic assortment that's reasonably priced!
Posted by: Emily | September 01, 2009 at 09:40 AM
I'm quite a fan of cushions. I love to change them from time to time to renovate a space. These ones are gorgeous! thanks for the tip! xo
Posted by: caroline : patagonia gifts | September 01, 2009 at 09:48 AM
i'll take the zig zag pillows please :)
Posted by: Pink Wallpaper | September 01, 2009 at 12:00 PM
Your "girly glamour" choice is gorgeous! And I'll also take some zig zag pillows, anyday!
Posted by: piper@steakandcakes | September 01, 2009 at 01:48 PM
Twinkle makes the best sweaters! I have one that is one of my all time favorites. I'm loving the zigzags and of course anything by Ferm Living. I really must stop buying pillows though. Our house is filled with them!
Posted by: FROM THE RIGHT BANK | September 01, 2009 at 06:13 PM
all great designs and color! i love the zigzags.
Posted by: darlingsavage | September 01, 2009 at 08:23 PM
um, I'm a pillow fiend too (just ask my mom! she'll tell ya...) and I pretty much love all these pillow options! especially those by Ferm Living! what great prints. I am particularly in love with the yellow branchy ones and I adore anything bird-related :)
Posted by: Carissa | September 01, 2009 at 10:27 PM
i love the seahorse one!
Posted by: Heather Clark | September 01, 2009 at 10:32 PM
Lots of pillow-candy here, Anne! My goodness, aren't silhouettes all the rage.
Posted by: Shell Sherree | September 02, 2009 at 02:17 AM
That top lot is awesome and so so fun!
Posted by: The Lil Bee | September 02, 2009 at 06:04 AM
I have yet to convince my husband that pillows, particularly decorative ones, are useful and good to have on the couch and the bed and random chairs! You have such great taste!
Posted by: Julia | September 02, 2009 at 07:48 AM
Oh I am dying over that seahorse on indigo (I've also started adding that to my home as well). But I also love the Chevron design. This is a hard one. Can't wait for you to show your new place. In the meantime, hope you'll pop by and weigh in with your thoughts on white floors...
xoxo
Posted by: mary jo | September 02, 2009 at 08:58 AM
How fun are those silhouette pillows? Love them!
Posted by: Kotori | September 03, 2009 at 06:24 AM
that sea horse pillow has me (surprisingly) smitten!
Posted by: Down and Out Chic | September 03, 2009 at 12:15 PM
I like the zig zag pillows! Oooh lala
Posted by: Jenna | September 03, 2009 at 03:33 PM
I've been looking FOR MONTHS for the perfect cushions for the living room and bedroom -- the post is complete salvation!!
Thank you!!
Posted by: Pretty Little World | September 04, 2009 at 07:54 AM
Loving that first set!
Posted by: PS~Erin | September 05, 2009 at 12:07 PM
I just ordered an adorable Thomas Paul pillow with an elephant motif- can't wait for it to some in the mail! ;)
Posted by: melissa davis | September 05, 2009 at 06:54 PM
wonderful thing
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