Ideas for using pattern in your decor (especially if you're afraid of it)

While I'm transitioning my house from winter to spring, I keep seeing all these fun prints I want to incorporate in my home decor. Here's a few that have caught my eye:

via pinterest

I love to mix and match accent pillows and since these are the easiest and most budget friendly way to change up the colors in your home, they are on the top of my list.

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A pattern in neutral colors like the checkers on the floor means you don't have to be married to one color palette. You can swap out different accent colors through out the year.

via theglitterguide

Don't be afraid to go bold! This rug is eye catching and I like that it stands out a little since rugs tend to hide behind the rest of the home decor. 

via houzz

I love the look of these chairs. Between the studs and pattern only being on the back side. It give sit a glamorous yet fun look to it.

via Heidi Claire via MadeByGirl

The entryway is a great place to try a little pattern because there isn't a lot of space to be overwhelmed.  It also creates impact right from the start since it's usually the first area of your home someone sees.

Some lovely nautical inspiration from Anthropologie

I'm in Alaska today preparing for my marathon - so I have to keep this one short! Enjoy these new goodies from Anthropologie!

Cute (and totally affordable) handmade, screenprinted linens

I love the artwork that Maramiki screenprints on to pillowcases, tea towels, and placemats. The drawings are wonderfully imaginative and organic, and the fabric really lends itself to the natural aesthetic of the art. The founder, Mara Snipes, is based out of Chicago, takes custom orders, and also sells screenprinted fabric by the yard.










You can purchase fabric by the yard and 8 oz. remnant piles

Love the wall calendar!


This aqua pillowcase would look gorgeous on my olive green suede couch. I've been looking for an aqua pillow for so long!

Go to Maramiki's website to see more or shop!