Sunday, March 13, 2016

How To Shop For Vintage Throw Pillows

By Ronald Ellis


For those who are looking for a unique accessory when it comes to soft furnishings, the following guide is aimed at providing practical advice. Vintage throw pillows are a great way to get a soft and welcoming look in the home. There are many different approaches for achieving this style and this guide is designed to assist you through the process. Whether you want to buy the item or make it yourself, there are many helpful tools available to assist you.

There are many ways to go about acquiring this type of accessory. The most obvious option is to search for authentic vintage pillows and cushions. There are many different venues which offer this type of item. Below you will find some suggestions for where to shop for old and vintage textile items.

A garage sale or flea market is among the more popular routes for finding this item for sale. In fact there is a resurgence of interest in vintage textiles and some sellers focus primarily on this type of product. Antique stores and thrift shops may also offer the items you are looking for. It can take some time to find a great bargain, but this is all part of the fun.

On a similar note you can find many sellers who focus just on hand made vintage fabric soft furnishings for the home. The bonus of this type of product is that it has been newly made but uses old fabrics. That means you get an item which is sturdy but still has that old world charm.

It is also possible to make your own and there are many instructional booklets to show you how. These can be found at libraries and book stores. In addition, many art and craft sellers as well as vendors of sewing supplies offer this type of guide. It may even be possible to sew the item by hand as it is a small project. This is a bonus if you do not have a sewing machine.

There are a variety of methods for decorating with this item. To follow are some suggestions to provide inspiration. This very versatile accessory can be used in a number of different ways to add warmth and color to a home.

For example, grouping together cushions in different vintage fabrics and shapes creates an eclectic and bohemian look. Remember your first priority must always be safety. That means carefully ensuring that products and vendors as well as payment methods are safe. Displaying and using the products safely is also crucial.

For more tips on this topic, there are many free or low cost resources around to help. Online you can find a host of blogs and sites which are aimed at providing free tips to home owners to help them to achieve the look they want. You can also find many magazines which are dedicated to the topic.




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