Decor Inspiration Archives

Furniture Trends: Currently Loving Rattan

May 14, 2018

Hi friends. I hope Mother’s day was amazing for all you moms. I wasn’t able to spend the day with my mom but made sure she felt loved and pampered from afar.

I’m popping in today to share at little info and inspiration for one of my favorite furniture styles–rattan. And because I want to you have the 411 on rattan, here’s a little background info.

Rattan furniture has been around for thousands of years but gained its popularity during the Victorian era. While many people think of wicker furniture when they think of rattan, they are in fact two different things. Rattan is a material that comes from the rattan plant and wicker is the method of weaving woven materials together.

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One of the reasons I love this furniture style is because of the organic but refined vibe it has. Just like a little black dress, it can be dressed up or dressed down and works beautifully with every design style.

When mixed with traditional decor, rattan adds a sense of refined casualness. And in casual, informal room settings, it can add an eclectic, hand-crafted feel to the space.

Since rattan is a natural plant fiber that is very durable, it is also a great design option for covered outdoor spaces.

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Here’s a round up some of my favorite rattan pieces ranging in price from $69 up to $600.

SHOP THESE RATTAN LOOKS:

1// With or without a cushion, this chair is a great style for a sunroom or causal living space. And its affordable at just $98.

2// I love this more classic styling of this armchair and could envision a pair of these in a living room, library or den. The darker finish gives this chair a more formal fee. $299.99

3// The craftsmanship of this end table along with the leather top is what makes it so unique. It’s a bit pricing but would definitely makes a statement. $609.99

4// I’m on the hunt for a bench for our guest bedroom and I’m considering this beautiful garden bench. $386.65

5// I couldn’t believe the price of this bench from Grandin Road–on sale for just $229.97! A great accent piece at the foot of a bed.

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6// I shared some of my favorite pieces from the OpalHouse collection at Target and this rattan side table was one of the items. Such a great accent piece anywhere in the house and you have to love the $69.99 price. Also available in black.

7// If you’re looking for a casual coffee table for your family room, sunroom or covered porch, take at look at this coffee table. I love the classic style, dark finish and the price! $168.97

8// This rattan stool is a great by at just $129.00. Use it next to a garden tub to hold towels or in a living space with books on top. A pair would also look great at the foot of a bed.

9// Rattan bar carts top my list of favorite accent furniture pieces and I’m in love with this rolling bar cart. For those of you that don’t drink, a bar cart like this could also be used as accent furniture. Available in 4 colors–$246.99

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So what do you think of rattan furniture? Love it or leave it?

Stylish Upholstered Benches Under $200

October 25, 2017

Happy hump day friends! A week or so ago I shared the 5 Most Versatile Decorative Accessories You Can Own. Today I’m sharing another one of my must-have decor pieces–an upholstered bench. I’m a big fan of decorating with upholstered benches because they such a versatile piece of furniture.

I love placing a bench at the foot of the bed especially in a guest bedroom where adding full-sized chairs might not be an option. Tucking a bench under a console table in a living room is also one of my favorite design touches.

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And when it comes to budget friendly decor, an upholstered bench is a great way to add style without making a big investment. To prove my point, here are 6 stylish upholstered benches all under $200.

UPHOLSTERED BENCHES UNDER $200

1 // The Mayotte Two Seat Bench is perfect for the end of the bed or as an accent piece in a hallway or floating in front of the fireplace. I love the cushion top, turned legs and brass casters–all details you find in higher priced pieces. This beauty is available in 6 home decor friendly pieces and is a great price at just $210.99.

2 // I love the contemporary vibe of the Mercury Row Upholstered Storage Bench with its straight arms and bolster pillows. This would be a nice piece to put in a guest bedroom or use in a small foyer space. Available in blue and lt. grey for $174.99.

3 // The Bryn Chrome Base Bench comes in two fabric options–linen or leather gel which is a new leather-like breathable fabric. Also choose between a smooth or tufted top and the 5 color options available. So many great choices for just $ 170.99.

4 // For you mid-century modern fans, here’s a great bench to check out. The Vietch Bench is featured a tufted button top, a sleek wood frame and 4 slanted legs. This is the perfect piece for a bedroom, foyer or as an accent in a boho or modern decor living space. Price under $150.

5 // This may be one of my favorite metal base benches ever. The Acme Boice Bench is sleek and sophisticated with a black upholstered top and champagne gold metal base. I just love the overall style and design. And the price can’t be beat–$130.09.

6 // An upholstered storage bench is a great piece for any home. You can use a bench like this in just about any room and get the benefit of additional seating and storage. This Donny Osmond Storage Bench ( $199.99) is a fave because of the long length, tufting and nailhead detail.

I love all of these benches. Which one is your favorite?

Happy shopping!

Checking In, Home Decor Inspiration & I’ve Been Nominated

August 11, 2017

Hi friends. It’s been quite on the blog this week so I wanted to check in and let you know what I’ve been up to.

I started getting a sore throat the other day which means a summer cold is coming. I’m drinking lots of tea and desperately trying to fight it off. I want to call my doctor for a prescription but she doesn’t play that. She wants to see you before handing out drugs. She’s an awesome doctor and is doing the right thing but #aintnobobygottimeforthat! So I made a run to the drug store yesterday and loaded up on cold meds.

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I’ve been doing lots of fabric sourcing lately and found these beauties at ADAC. I haven’t landed on the right combo yet so the search continues today.

Things are moving along with the new house. The painters finish today and I’m excited to have the painting done. I love the colors I choose and how fresh and clean the house now looks. I’ll share photos on Instagram later today when I stop by the house so stay tuned.

The hubs and are spending the weekend doing major cleaning and moving some things into the garage storage area. We are finalizing the carpet and flooring this week and plans are for it to be installed next week. Then we’ll officially move in on the 19th and have two weeks to get settled before we go our a much-needed cruise.

wall and ceiling color–BM Whisper // trim–BM Simply White in semi-gloss

When I haven’t been packing, I’ve been spending my evenings trying to nail down the decor plan for the house. Of course I’ve been turning to Pinterest for inspiration and these are the spaces that are inspiring me at the moment.

What appeals to me about this living room decor by Citrine Living is the soothing color palette, black accents and pops of brass. We’re planning on getting a new sofa and right now I’m leaning toward a mid-tone grey. I want to make sure I have lots of flexibility when it comes to accessorizing and a grey and white palette will allow for that.

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I spotted this image from Decoholic and love the texture of the side table, floor pillow, rug and round platter. Since we have a dark wood coffee table using natural fibers, woven pieces and pops of black will work well.

p.s. I’ve been wanting these Ikea woven floor pillows (seen in the photo below) for ages so I’m planning on picking up a couple.

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For the master bedroom, this bedroom decor has me inspired. Our walls are a softer grey than this but I love the feel of this bedroom. I’m considering getting a linen upholstered headboard and using black accent furniture to add depth. I’m going for a sophisticate spa feel.

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And the last thing I’ll share regarding the house is the direction I think we’re going for the stair runners. I’m trying to decide between a patterned carpet and a sisal and I think a sisal might win out. Here are the top two contenders.

Before I sign off, I wanted to share some exciting news with you. ConfettiStyle has been nominated for an Amara Interior Blog Award!

For those of you not familiar with the Amara Interior Blog Awards here’s a little background…

The Amara Interior Blog Awards celebrates and engages with the most authoritative and respected bloggers in the vast interior blogging industry. Believing that bloggers are an integral part of the interior design community, the Amara Team has worked closely with many of these talented individuals over the years and strive to give back to this vibrant community through the awards. A concept first introduced in 2013, the Amara Interior Blog Awards include a series of phases throughout a three-month period from nominations & voting, to shortlisting, and the project culminates in an annual awards ceremony attended by the shortlisted bloggers, sponsors and judges. The expert judging panel have the final say on the winning blogs and each year the panel consists of members of leading organizations and established figures within many interior related fields.

It’s such an honor to be nominated for this award and be amongst a group of very talented interior bloggers. The voting runs through Sept. 15th and I would be thrilled if you would click the image below or head over to the ConfettiStyle nomination page and cast a vote for me.