Blankets of Beauty

If you are anything like me then there is nothing more satisfying than having a ‘blanket day’ especially when the weather is not particularly inviting outside. Blankets and throws have made a huge comeback over the last few years as they are not only cosy and practical but also create colour, pattern and texture within your home interior. From classic crotchet and knitted designs to faux fur and quilted items, there is a blanket to suit all tastes!

Crochet and Macramé

Classic crochet and macramé give a wonderfully detailed finish to any blanket and can be designed in a wide array of colours to co-ordinate with your home. Simple cream and white cotton crochet will create a delicate and feminine feel within your interior space, they look beautiful laid across a coloured bed set or a dark sofa to create a contrast in colour and pattern. For a more bohemian style of interior, opt for bold coloured threads in a multicoloured finish that can also be hung from a feature wall as a tapestry style of art work.

Knitted Blankets

Knitted blankets and throws are perfect this time of year as their chunky and textural finish not only creates visual detail within the home but provide warmth and cosiness during the cold autumn/winter months. A chunky grey knitted blanket will look wonderful in a Scandinavian style interior design and can be used to compliment simple neutral colour schemes as well as cool and icy pastel tones. For a warm country cottage look opt for cream or caramel coloured knitted throws that can be strewn across a brown leather sofa for a vintage style finish.

Faux Fur

Faux fur is always a great choice for interior design and faux fur throws are perfect for adding some warmth and cosiness to a minimal interior space. White and grey faux fur throws can be paired with knitted and faux fur cushions for a Scandinavian inspired winter design. Alternatively opt for burnt orange and brown faux fur blankets that can be partnered with woodland creature cushions and accessories featuring squirrels and foxes for a warm and cosy finish.

Quilted

If traditional and period style interior design is more your style, then why not include some luxurious quilted blankets in your living room or bedroom to add some opulence to your home. Satin makes the perfect choice for a quilted throw as the shimmering surface area compliments the stitching to create visual pattern and luxury within your chosen room. These styles of throws look particularly stylish laid across the bottom of the bed for a band of texture and colour. More rustic embroidered quilted blankets are perfect for country cottage interiors and will create a prairie style look in any home interior. Each square can feature a different colour or pattern that can be co-ordinated or mixed and matched with the rest of the home.

For more ideas on types and styles of blankets and throws that can be accommodated into your home, take a look at this week’s latest Pinterest board - Pinterest - Blankets of Beauty.