Using Quilts in Modern Décor with Emily A. Clark
Using Quilts in Modern Décor with Emily A. Clark I am so excited to welcome the fabulous Emily A. Clark back to my blog today! You can find her blog HERE . Enjoy! – Tobi ec profile pic w-frame When I think “Americana” in terms of design, quilts always come to mind. image via Flickr Maybe this is because the small town where I’m from in Kentucky is just miles away from the National Quilt Museum where thousands of quilters flock to each year. Still, I have to admit that the idea of using a quilts in design hasn’t always appealed to me. However, I’ve seen more and more examples, as of late, that have made me rethink the great-American quilt and how it can become a colorful, stylish centerpiece of a room, way beyond “shabby chic.” Here are a few of my favorite examples: House Beautiful Paired with a neutral palette, they make a huge statement all by themselves. A simple pattern can also be paired effortlessly with bright, modern fabrics. Sarah Richardson And, quilts don’t necessarily have