Country Bedding and Bedrooms

Country bedding is most certainly one of the most appealing parts of using country decor in the bedroom. In fact, it is one of the high points of country decor in general. This is the case due to one thing: the quilt. Quilts have been around for hundreds of years, and for good reason. When it comes to warmth, there is little that can outmatch a quilt, and when you want something that is aesthetically pleasing, quilts deliver in spades. When setting out to apply a country decor to your bedroom, a quilt is an excellent place to start, as you can use it as an inspiration for colors and patterns.

Quilts can be used for more than just country bedding, though. In fact, a quilt can be used similarly to a tapestry, making it a central display piece. This is also a great way to keep your quilts in use during the warmer months, when they will not be necessary as actual bedding. This role makes quilts even more important to your decor, as it becomes the unquestionable focus point of your entire room. This will require care when choosing other elements of your room, but it is well worth the effort for the results you can hope to achieve.

When working with your furniture and such, it is important to work back to the colors that you used in your country bedding. For instance, if you are using a quilt with predominant dark colors, then working with a dark painted wood for your furniture is probably best. If you have a lot of deep reds and browns, then your furniture is best if using a deep, rich stain to bring out natural wood grains. Lighter colors in your country bedding call for lighter colors (whether this is achieved by the use of paint or by the use of light colored woods.)

Of course, the style of your furniture is also important, both for your decor in general and for your bedding. If the patterns of your bedding are fairly simple, then you would do well to have fairly simply designed furniture. If your patters are more complex and varied, then your furniture can follow suit and be a bit fancier. Also, think about the shapes in the patters. For instance, if your patterns have a lot of rounded shapes, then you may want to use furniture with some kind of rounded features.

Copyright © Jared Winston, 2006. All Rights Reserved.

 
 
About the Author
Stop by Rustic Embrace to receive free interior design advice about everything from country accent furniture to rustic lamp shades.

Article Source: http://www.simplysearch4it.com/article/33096.html
 

If you wish to add the above article to your website or newsletters then please include the "Article Source: http://www.simplysearch4it.com/article/33096.html" as shown above and make it hyperlinked.

Some other articles by Jared Winston

Country Art in Home Decor The role of art in country decor is somewhat different than its role in many other styles of decoration. In most styles, art plays the part of accents, for instance. Country decor, however, is ... Teeth Whitening and Sensitive Teeth Tooth whitening to achieve that "perfect" smile has recently become extremely popular. However, there is a price to be paid for that beautiful smile. One of the side ... Easy and Cheap Kitchen Designs Whether you are just moving in to a new place or you are trying to update your home decor, you ... A New Look at Country Style Home Decor Country style home decor has been a fixture in American culture for centuries. At times, it has been the popular, current look of the American home, which is where the style originated, while ... Kitchen Islands: The Right Choice for You? Many peoples' lives are far more affected by the layout of their kitchen than they might expect. Even with the dramatic rise in instant foods that people consume these ... Making Your Own Country Wood Crafts Country wood crafts have found a place in recent years in many homes that have very little otherwise in the way of country decor. Many different types ...