When you think of tapestries, do you think of medieval depictions of war or ancient battles, or perhaps knights sitting at the round table and damsels feeding unicorns? Today, tapestries come in an endless variety of patterns and colors designed for any style of decorating.
They enhance the beauty of your home dramatically and can be used a variety of ways.
In this article, you will learn just how tapestries can make your home more welcoming and appealing.
Have a plain room? Small changes make a dramatic difference Do you have a solid colored sofa that could use a splash of color? Today, many people choose neutral furnishings in shades of tan, cream, sand, brown or black.
While this is convenient when you want to change up your decorating scheme, it can look a little bland.
You need texture and color! Tapestries are a great addition when used as a throw for the sofa.
A rich jacquard weave colored with bold hues of orange, red, gold or other warm colors can really spice up a cream colored sofa.
Have a fireplace that would serve as a great focal point for the room if only you knew what to do with it? Hang a brightly colored tapestry above the mantle, one created with bold geometric or abstract patterns to draw the eye immediately upon entering the room! Tapestry throw pillows are great for many uses, including the sofa, an over-sized chair, and to add interest and lush texture to the bedroom.
Choosing tapestries that match your decorating Have a large country kitchen where family and friends tend to gather often? Tapestries decorated with colorful fruit and flower designs add a cheerful, warm touch to any kitchen.
Hang a large tapestry on the dining room wall, or consider a grouping of three smaller tapestries.
They're also great when used as a table cloth! In the bedroom, you want to use accents that invite peace, calm and serenity so that you sleep like a baby.
Think of soft colors like blue, soft lavender and cream in tapestries that depict guardian angels and soothing landscapes.
Tapestries can cover many flaws Have a crack in a wall, a tear in the sofa or a table whose finish is near ruins? Tapestries can come to the rescue! A large tapestry not only adds depth and texture to a wall, it can cover a crack or damaged area - and no one will even know it's there.
Use tapestry throws to cover damaged areas on the sofa or other furniture, throw a runner over a table that has seen better days.
As you can see, the uses of tapestries has changed over past centuries.
Now, no matter what style of decor you have, you can cover up a multitude of sins, add color, and bring your home to life! Nothing adds a rich, warm texture and depth to a room quite like a tapestry - and you thought they were old-fashioned.