There’s no place more homely than a country cottage. A warm, crackling fire, soft sofas, refreshing scenes of nature all around you – it’s the perfect relaxing getaway. But what if you could have that snuggly cottage feeling all the time? Here are a few simple and easy ways to create the feeling of a country cottage in your very own bedroom, without breaking the bank.
Keep it Cosy
Fabrics are essential for a country cottage feel. Pick light colours and when in doubt, go for floral patterns. Even though some vintage fabrics can be pricey, they pack punch when it comes to design. To buy cheap, look out for damaged or stained materials that can be cut and shaped to what you need. You can never have too many cushions so consider buying curtain panels which should be able to make around three 20-inch pillows. You can even add cheaper coordinating fabric on the back to cut costs. Don’t forget a draped bed skirt to add the essential cottage finish.
Reuse Old Glass
Start collecting all those perfume bottles and jars that you’re done with. If you don’t go through many glass items you can buy them cheaply and in bulk either online or at car boot sales and thrift stores. You can use old glass containers for flower vases, sweets and treats or even shells and forest findings that bring nature indoors. By personalising and displaying these charming and handy pieces, you’ll add that personal, homely touch to the room.
Natural Style Wood
When it comes to furniture in a country cottage bedroom, stick to wood as your first choice. This can either be reclaimed wooden furniture that you’ve upcycled with chalk paint or an investment in a lasting solid oak piece that will be worth the initial price in the long run. You can easily personalise and dress up the items by adding your own customised knobs onto doors and drawers. Look out for quirky, vintage knobs at flea markets and thrift shops to fit onto your own furniture.
Gingham and Buttons All the Way
Get crafty and upcycle boring cushions and lamps with essential country cottage trimmings. Gingham and buttons are fail-safe decorative elements that you can sew or glue onto the body of cushions or trim the edges of lampshades with. It’s a good idea to stick to a particular colour scheme that suits your bed covers and curtain material. Pastel shades of light blue or yellow work well but the pop of traditional red and white gingham can also work too, so don’t be afraid to experiment.
Check out ideas online for the many kinds of country cottage bedroom designs and you’ll probably be spoilt for choice. Be sure to whittle down a clear theme that you would like to create and get thrifty to make your bedroom a cosy place of comfort that you’ll always enjoy. Please check out my series of blog posts on my very own bedroom makeover and check back for more updates soon.
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