Country Cottage Decorating

Country Cottage Decorating is a new, fresh approach to Country Decorating as we've known it.

You may ask yourself, why not just call it "Country Decorating"? What makes this style have Cottage appeal?

The secret lies in the mix and match of new and vintage elements. This decorating style is cozy and warm, with a generous portion of farmhouse appeal. A homey feel that beckons everyone to gather around and stay awhile.

You will see how easy it can be to create Country Home Decorating. Don't think you have to own a vintage farmhouse to incorporate this look.

You can certainly bring this look into any room or living space wherever you live.

So gather 'round and sit a spell! Let's take a look at this warm and welcoming cottage style.

Country Home Decorating colors

Are most commonly the classic colors of Red, Blue, Yellow, and Green. There is a variety of color combinations you can create with these basic colors. You can incorporate whites and creams to give this color scheme the fresh "cottage" look.

Country Cottage Walls

Can be painted in the country cottage decorating colors as shown throughout this page. You could use wallpaper in warm, country patterns and motifs. A wallpaper border is an inexpensive way to add country cottage appeal around a room.

One of my favorite wall treatments is bead board. Here is a sample of this shown here. You can find it in natural wood or primed and ready to paint. Bead board can be purchased at any local hardware store that supplies paneling for walls. Bead board can be attached part way up the wall at chair rail height, like is shown in this picture. It can also add that cottage charm to furniture and cabinets.

Country Cottage Decorating Fabrics

Can be a mixture of checks, stripes and florals. Today's Country Cottage look gets a fresh addition of stripes and florals. Look at the subtle stripes and checks used in this romantic country cottage bedroom.

Country Cottage Floors

Are great with the warmth of natural wood or tile. Painted wood floors would work great also. Consider a painted pattern on your floor. You can find floor stencils today, or you could tape off a checkered or diamond design and add charming country appeal. After painting the design, make sure you use a top varnish coat to protect it. Just don't be afraid to have the floor develop a distressed or time-worn look. Remember you want to add that country feel!

Don't forget to add some homey and fun throw rugs down, they will also add that warmth that you want to achieve. Besides, you need something to sink your toes into!

Country Cottage Furniture

Can be made of natural warm woods such as, oak and pine. You will also see plenty of painted furniture pieces. The furniture will tend to be simple and less ornate than with some of the other cottage styles.

Antique pieces or antique reproductions always make the perfect accent. Old jelly cupboards, pie safes,and kitchen queens make great additions to your country kitchen. Look at this old furniture piece, it's adds so much warmth and charm.

With Country Cottage you should feel free to mix up your furniture. It adds interest if you use some painted pieces here and there to compliment natural furniture finishes.

You ought to be feeling at home by now! Country Cottage Decorating is definitely not a stuffy or formal look. You can see how warm and inviting it truly can be. Now you can get started filling your home with the things you love!

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