The sofa is not only the central place in the room, but also the most popular. Its condition and appearance are taken care of first.
If the sofa does not meet modern trends, but it is very comfortable or you do not have the means to buy a new one, you should think about its repair and design. A variety of photos of sofa decor and videos of master classes on the Internet will help with this.
Corner sofa decor
This sofa occupies the largest space in the room and is the defining item for the interior of the room. Its lighting design allows you to select other items to decorate your apartment.
But if its color suddenly doesn’t suit you, you shouldn’t change it. You can try interesting decor on a corner sofa, and it will get the opportunity to live a second life.
To do this, you can use various techniques:
- add additional sofa cushions, choose the color, shape and texture if desired, but they must be in harmony with the decor of the room;
- the popular use of bedspreads, overlays, most often covered with covers, the color and texture depends on the style of the room and the preferences of the designer;
- change the decor around the sofa (cover the wall behind the sofa with photo wallpaper, various designer stickers).
Preparing to knit a blanket
With the correct organization of the process, even an inexperienced craftswoman can complete such work. It is enough to clearly define the following details:
- decide on color;
- choose what shape your product will be;
- decide what yarn to knit the item from;
- decide what to knit: knitting or crocheting.
Once you have decided on these points, you can purchase yarn and start knitting.
Choice of colors
Handicrafts should be in harmony with the furniture and decoration of the room, and also correspond to the style direction.
- if the windows are located on the north side, then using a bright red or orange shade will visually add warmth to the room;
- if the room is filled with sunlight, choosing a cool-toned blanket will help give it a little coolness;
- Another great move is playing in contrast.
Deciding on the shape of the blanket
Typically, a sofa bedspread is knitted according to the shape of the furniture: a rectangle for a classic one, a circle or an oval, of four parts connected diagonally for a corner sofa.
This criterion also means which option you prefer to use: a lace, elegant cape or a thick, warm blanket. The first option is used to give the room more beauty and elegance, and has a completely decorative function. The second allows you to create an atmosphere of the warmth of home in the room. Not only does it serve as high-quality protection for furniture, but it will also help keep you warm if used as a blanket. There is also a difference in size: the blanket can completely envelop the sofa or cover it only partially.
Material selection
This criterion will completely depend on what purpose the product will serve (only decorative or combining decor and comfort). Another important indicator will be the price of the material. Each needlewoman chooses the yarn she would like to work with. But there are several preferable options:
- Silk. Great for beautiful, lace capes. Products made from it add a touch of luxury to the interior. The only downside is the rather high cost.
- Viscose. This is an analogue of artificial silk, but an order of magnitude cheaper.
- Cotton. The most widely used material for lightweight capes. Easy to wash. There are many pleasant colors in the color palette of the yarn.
- Wool. Great for thick blankets that you can wrap yourself in to stay warm.
- Acrylic. Synthetic yarn, ideal for various variations of this item. Keeps its shape and color for a long time. It also has a relatively affordable price.
Selecting the right tools
The choice of tool will depend on the thickness of the yarn you will knit the item with.
Typically, yarn manufacturers indicate the number of the working tool on the packaging.
It is also important to pay attention to the material of the knitting needles or hook:
- Plastic ones are suitable for knitting light yarn. They may become deformed in the process.
- Wooden ones, like plastic ones, are subject to deformation and can break under strong pressure.
- Metal ones are the most widely used. They are very convenient, but be sure to wipe the surface with a soft cloth before use. This will remove a small deposit from the metal, which makes it difficult for the loops to move through the process and can stain the threads.
DIY sofa decor
I want to have a constantly elegant interior, but the appearance of upholstered furniture either gets dirty over time or deteriorates from the claws of pets.
It is often not possible to change a sofa, so decorating a sofa with your own hands becomes a must-have way to improve its design.
The easiest, fastest and most affordable way to cover soiled or damaged areas is with a blanket, blanket or cover.
You can buy a wide range of covers or simply sew them. It will be significantly cheaper. Now they are made from special fabrics:
- natural (cotton, wool, bamboo);
- artificial (acrylic, fleece, viscose).
A good way to change the interior and the sofa itself is to knit an original bedspread, the design of which will speak about the skill and professionalism of the hostess.
Sometimes, on the contrary, the sofa is covered in order to protect it from damage, dirt and wear.
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A good and inexpensive way to change the interior and appearance of a sofa is with the help of soft fur pillows. Fur can be either natural or artificial.
Use a cover or trim
Over time, your sofa's upholstery will wear out in spots, and stains from pets, children, food, and wine are likely the result. If your sofa is still durable and comfortable, don't even think about buying a new one. Check out slipcovers that you can change depending on your mood, color palette and room design . They can be easily removed, washed, and put back on before guests arrive.
To find the right size for an inexpensive single slipcover, measure the dimensions of your sofa. Place the cover on the sofa following the instructions and tuck it in to create a snug fit.
A simple sofa can be decorated with nail trim, an excellent option when a solution with a cover is not suitable. Adding accents to your sofa will create a modern design. Decorating with nails is a chic way to decorate, will add shine, and is also quite easy to do yourself. Depending on the color of the leather or fabric of the sofa, you can choose warm or cool tones, from brass, brushed nickel, bronze, gold, silver or rubbed to antique.
If you are unsure where to place your nails, take your time and determine the ideal placement. Before you begin, make sure you have a strong base to secure the upholstery in place.
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Finishing with nails will make almost any sofa stylish and fashionable.
Decor of an old sofa
Any sofa is expensive, and not every family can afford to replace it if any problems arise. Therefore, the way out is to decorate the old sofa.
It is often not enough to use already known methods of decoration, for example, the seat cushions are torn.
In this case, it will be necessary to restore (tighten) this part. This method will not only update the pillows, but will also add a fresh and new accent to the interior.
Sofa decor for the New Year
As the New Year approaches, people are thinking about New Year's decor for the sofa. It's better to start with:
- decorating the sofa area in New Year's style;
- adding a soft and warm cape or fluffy pillow, light shade.
Changing the interior of a room by decorating a sofa with your own hands is a completely solvable task and an active creative process, which will also save the family budget.
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Sofa cushions – refresh your interior
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An excellent solution for updating and decorating would be decorative pillows for the sofa.
- If the color scheme of the sofa is monochromatic, calm, muted, it can be colored with bright covers that will refresh the interior and create a joyful mood.
- For brightly colored furniture, on the contrary, pillows in plain pillowcases are more appropriate, which will add elegance and nobility to the interior of the room.
- An interesting solution would be to make a cover in a combination of two or several types of fabrics of different colors and patterns. The main thing is not to overdo it, and not to spoil the overall impression of the overall design of the room with your design.
Upholstered furniture decorated with a variety of pillows: large and small, colored and plain, arranged in a certain order or carelessly thrown will look much more interesting.
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