The Enchanted Cottage

I really like Veronica Toney's make-over room above from bhg.com. I thought I would post this to show what you can do with neutral walls and colorful fabrics. For those of you who are not into painting walls this is a relatively easy way to add color to a tired room.

The duvet on the bed is like a large pillow case which works as a coverlet for your old spread. This is a wonderful way to update a room and if you sew can be made using two pretty sheets. If you are not into making button holes you can simply add ties or ribbons to the open end. I like the way the patterns on the pillows add to the interest of the room. Remember the interior design world follows the fashion industry so plaids are big this season for your home as well and look great when mixed with florals.

Notice also that this is a tone on tone color pallet which helps to keep the room looking clean and uncluttered. A good trick for smaller rooms especially. The three large platters or plates above the headboard help to bring the eye up and add height to the room and extra importance to the bed. The same is true of the curtain which was mounted a little above the actual door molding to add height to the room as well.