Tuesday, March 1, 2011

[ pretty patchwork ]

IT SEEMS THAT patchwork-covered sofas have been popping up a lot lately. I'm even seeing a few here in dubai. They do inject a lot of pattern into a space and give it a homespun feel. How do you feel about patchwork sofas - would you upholster your sofa in patchwork?

lisa

[casual living; houzz; inredningsbloggen; homelife;
inredningsbloggen, living,etc]

25 comments:

Red Door Home said...

I like this look. It is an updated version of a classic. I think the key is having it be the focal point of the room as in the pictures you have shown.

Tonia Lee Smith said...

I'm on the fence when it comes to patchwork. However, seeing them in this way makes me appreciate.

Maureen Cracknell Handmade said...

Hooray for patchwork! I am a fan. I really love each of these examples so, so much -- great inspiration! Thanks Lisa!

Meeling said...

I love the look...it's retro/vintage...kind of your grandmother's house updated!!

Cool post!

jeanette from everton terrace said...

I was going to say no because my house is very modern but after looking at these images I'm not so sure. I would maybe start with a chair, but not that rocking chair, don't care for that one. I like the 2nd one very much.

Pinecone said...

Lisa,
We are really on the same wavelength today! I was planning a post on patchwork too. This blogging thing is tough sometimes.
I love the pictures you chose. I especially love the one from Casual Living...I love that book.
xo
Ashlyn

Razmataz said...

I like it. Perfect for a cottage and not too fussy. I would use one in the right house. How is Dubai?

SnOOp said...

I do love some patchwork. Great finds

Sherry said...

Dubai has always intrigued me. I cannot wait to hear about it and see some photos.

Safe travels,
xoSherry

Chanele said...

Not sure about this one haha- I think it has to suit your style... I want to say it's almost eclectic which works for some and not for others. Hope your trip is fabulous!

Pinecone Camp said...

I love how this looks, and I've been seeing them on photo shoots too. I don't know if I'd go for an entire sofa, but I'd try something smaller, like a cute chair. I love these pics!
How's Dubai?? I'm sure it's amazing.

ALR said...

This is not my cup of tea, but I can see the cozy element of the whole thing.

SHERRY HART said...

Love the patchwork....I was at a flea market the other day and turned the corner to walk smack dab into a patchwork wing chair. "Yum" I said to myself......

Formerly known as Frau said...

I like them....never saw them before in a couch but I like it! Hope you are having a nice trip can't wait to see more pictures!

Sarah @ Modern Country Style said...

Nooooo...I love the look but I think I'd get bored after a year or two. I guess I could have it recovered then but I'll stick to admiring the pictures you've put up!!!

Sarahx

quintessence said...

I think I would like the patchwork on perhaps a smaller piece but for me a sofa would be too much homespun.

Katy @ Pie Bird Blog said...

I would LOVE a patchwork couch in my spare room where I sew and work and get inspired. Something about them makes me want a cup of tea and not a care in the world!

Carol@TheDesignPages said...

I could totally see this working at a wonderful Muskoka cottage or a Whistler chalet but not in my house. You definitely picked some awesome and inspiring images though. Carol

Privet and Holly said...

Number 1/6 and 4
are very Privet and
Holly, so YES, I
would!!! Thanks for
coming over for virtual
coffee ~ I was so
happy that you could
make it all the way
from Dubai! One of
these days we are going
to have coffee for
REAL, dear friend!
Hope that you are having
fun!!
xx Suzanne

Kellie Collis said...

These are gorgeous! I did not know there were patches as pretty! Enjoy the beautiful day, Kellie xx

Anna @ IHOD said...

I feel like this would make it fun every time you were lounging:) So cool.
Hope you have a lovely day!
Anna

annie@mostlovelythings said...

Love this look...kind of makes me think of Anthropology. It works in all of these rooms...can't even pick a favorite.

Travel With Lulu said...

I love these. Every. Single. One. XOL

A Room For Everyone said...

The first sofa is so beautiful, who would have thought patchwork could be used for this purpose! Rachaelxx

Lynda @ Happenstance Home said...

I am loving the busy drapes with the rainbow edging! Talk about fun!

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