Cottage and Bungalow

Pillows for your Sofa – Getting the Right Mix

2012-05-16T15:10:57Z

You know we are a bit pillow crazy here at Cottage & Bungalow so when we came across interior designer Phoebe Howard’s tips for arranging pillows on your sofa we knew we had to share. Nothing will transform a room quicker than changing out the pillows or adding some more into the decorating mix.

1. Mix & Match Fabrics:Sofa upholstery and pillow fabrics should never be the same. Limit patterned fabrics to one set of pillows per sofa. Layer colors, vary prints with solids, and mix textures for the most interest.

2. Start from the Outside: Select a matching pair of pillows that are either 24 or 22 inches square to place on the far right and left. Work your way to the center with a set of slightly smaller square pillows.

3. Throw in an Odd Shape: To keep the look from feeling too symmetrical, include a smaller, rectangular pillow made from a third fabric that’s different but coordinates.

4. Fill & Fluff Them Right: Down fillers are always preferable to polyester inserts. They are more comfortable and better looking. If allergies are a problem, try high-quality, hypoallergenic down. And please, don’t karate-chop the tops!

Phoebe Howard via Southern Living Magazine

Here are some beautiful pillows for Cottage & Bungalow that we guarantee will transform your family or living room! Please visit our website to see many – many more!

Palm Springs Pillow in Orange

Crab Pillow in Aqua

Asters Pillow in Kiwi

A Cheerful Beach Cottage Entry

2012-05-16T14:56:22Z

This cheery entryway shouts out a great big “welcome” to any one who comes to this Tybee Island beach cottage. The entry is a casual repository for beach basics including towels, beach hats, beach bags and sunscreen. This one photo is chock full of great ideas for creating a fun and functional beach cottage entry or mudroom.

The artwork is comprised of vintage bathing suits mounted and framed in simple black frames. This is such a cute idea and you could adapt to a variety of collectibles or beach finds.
Basket full of flip-flops – so cute. You could even purchase a slew of flip flops for guests.
A small shelf holds sunblock and sunglasses right where you need them by the door.
Multiple large beach bags are at the ready.
Towels are rolled and ready to go. A large basket of towels by the door means your kids and guests don’t need to hunt for them when they head to the beach.
Keep the area clean with good indoor/outdoor rug that won’t mind a bit of sand.

Better Homes and Gardens

Get the look from Cottage & Bungalow:

Cotton Woven Beach Bag

Monday Basket

Negril Striped Rug

Just click on the image to learn more or purchase.

Join Us on Facebook for a Chance to Win a $250 Gift Certificate

2012-05-08T17:24:25Z

Cottage & Bungalow is excited to announce the launch of our first Facebook promotional event. Now through Thursday, June 28, 2012 every person who likes our Facebook page is invited to enter our contest for the chance to win a $250 gift certificate to Cottage & Bungalow.

To enter, go www.facebook.com/CottageandBungalow and like our page if you haven’t done so already. Then, enter the contest by filling out a short registration form with your name and contact information, and answer a few quick questions.

The winner of the contest will be selected via a lottery drawing on Friday, June 29, 2012 and then the winner will be notified via email. Feeling lucky? We encourage you to visit our Fan Page and enter today, and be sure to invite your friends and family to enter, too.

What would you purchase with the $250 gift certificate?