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When you think of the word furnishings, you likely imagine a comfortable sofa, a stylish coffee table, or a beautiful accent chair. But the term soft furnishings refers to other items that have a soft texture designed to bring warmth and comfort to any space. Whether you want to incorporate one soft furnishing or many, adding these pieces is crucial to help you create a warm, inviting room. From your bedroom to the living room and beyond, here is a list of our 8 top must-haves for soft furnishings that will take your home to the next level.
First, you may wonder, what are some examples of soft furnishings? Items like throw pillows, soft throw blankets, and even home décor products like curtains and other window treatments all qualify as a soft furnishing for the home.
Adding softness and texture to a room makes it look and feel much warmer and more inviting. Not all of these pieces need to be used in one particular room. For example, you can enjoy beautiful throw pillows on your bed just as easily as you can on your living room sofa. Now, let’s dive into some of the top must-have soft furnishings for your home that will make it comfy, inviting, and cozy.
One of the best things about throw pillows is that they’re extremely versatile. You can toss a few onto your bed to add some extra layers or place them strategically on your sofa to create a pop of color and texture. These pillows also add a layer of comfort to your bed and other furniture. The key is to choose pillows that feature a beautiful color and design that reflects your personal interior design style.
Try some stunning mudcloth pillows to add a bold, dramatic look to any room. Our stylish mudcloth pillow covers are inspired by Africa and made in Mali using 100% cotton. The hand-spun fabric and uniquely precise designs ensure that these pillows remain authentic to the traditional mudcloth pillow covers you’ll find in Africa. And, they’re made using dyes obtained from natural sources and plant-based pigments. The variety of unique motifs gives these pillow covers a gorgeous, one-of-a-kind look that works well in bedrooms, living areas, and other spaces.
Much like throw pillows, a throw blanket is an excellent soft furnishing that you can enjoy virtually anywhere. A throw blanket adds yet another layer of softness, texture, and color to your bedroom or living space. Check out our gorgeous pom pom throw blanket that will instantly give your home a touch of Bohemian chic flair. These blankets are handmade in Morocco and feature locally sourced, custom pom pom tassels in a gorgeous and versatile grey-and-beige diamond pattern.
You can use it as a bedspread or a cozy blanket when you’re curled up on the sofa watching your favorite movie. Each of these blankets requires two full days of work to complete, and they look elegant when casually draped over a chair, bed, or couch for a stylish touch. The chic pattern and soft pom pom tassels make this throw blanket an excellent example of functional and soft furnishings fabrics.
No bedroom is truly complete without gorgeous, soft bedding. Look for the right soft furnishing online like our beautifully made stonewashed quilt crafted of sustainable materials, including 100% French flax linen. This is an excellent example of eco soft furnishings that are beautiful, comfortable, and sustainable for the environment. A rock is used to pound the fabric, which not only makes the quilt extremely soft, but it also gives it a casual stonewashed look that works well in any space. If you prefer to use a duvet over a quilt, try our organic cotton duvet cover.
These duvet covers come in a range of sizes and an array of gorgeous, natural earthy colors, like Alpine White. Aegean Blue, Tatami Sand, and Iron Gate. The tight weave is naturally wrinkle-resistant and heavier in weight, so the duvet cover is comfy and durable. The organic cotton we use is of the highest quality, so it stays beautiful and soft after multiple washings. These soft furnishings are definitely a must-have to help create a tranquil, inviting oasis.
Nothing adds a luxe element to your home like a set of beautiful curtains. These popular soft furnishings can tie a room together and help to filter the light. You can choose curtains to match the rest of your interior while adding an elegant aesthetic to a living space, bedroom, and dining room. Choose light, sheer curtains if you want to let some of the natural sunlight filter through the windows.
Thick velvet curtains in bold jewel tones will instantly lend an air of sophistication to any part of your home. Not only are curtains a beautiful addition to a room, but they also provide you with privacy while also blocking the light to keep your home comfortable and cool. Choose curtains that go all the way to the floor to elevate the look and make the room look bigger.
One of the top must-have soft furnishings that should be in every home is area rugs. These floor coverings are great for helping you bring a touch of softness to your floors along with a variety of colors and patterns. Place a large area rug underneath a dining room table to make the space feel cozy and inviting. An area rug placed under your bed will keep your feet nice and warm whenever you get up. Area rugs also do a great job of helping to separate spaces, especially in homes with open floor plans.
For example, use an area rug to identify the dining area, then another one under your sofa to make it easy to recognize a cozy conversation area in the same room. The possibilities for using area rugs are endless, and they make an excellent addition to cold, hard surface floors as well. Whether it’s Persian, modern, or solid, you can find these rugs made in tons of sizes, shapes, and designs to suit your space.
If you need to add a comfy, casual element to your home, then poufs are an excellent choice. These soft furnishings can provide you with some extra seating for those unexpected guests, serve as a comfortable footstool, and it will simply add a touch of color and texture to a room. Unlike traditional footstools or ottomans that have a sturdier and stiffer structure, poufs are made entirely of soft materials.
The inside typically consists of some kind of filling, while the outside features fabric in a variety of patterns, colors, and motifs. You can place a pouf in the middle of your living room for casual seating, or use an outdoor pouf to add a fun element to your patio or favorite outdoor space. Laid-back and casual, poufs bring a fun element to a space while also adding yet another layer of softness and texture.
When you think about adding a soft furnishing to your home, don’t forget to include the dining room. Once reserved as a formal space for entertaining guests, the dining room has quickly become a more casual space for many families where they can relax, work on homework, or just hang out. To make this room feel warmer and cozier, add some table linens.
A large tablecloth will immediately make a cold, hard dining room table look and feel much softer. If you are not a big fan of tablecloths, try a casual runner that goes through the center of the table instead. And if both of those options don’t appeal to you. consider adding a set of fabric placements or use some beautiful fabric napkins whenever you set the table. You can also layer all of these table linens to create a warmer and more textured effect. When it comes to designing a space using table linens, the sky really is the limit, so have fun when choosing your favorites.
The type of fabric you have on your furniture can play a major role in the way a room looks and feels. Choosing the right fabric makes all the difference when designing a comfortable space. Velvet is thick and plush, lending a luxurious element to a room. Soft, breathable fabrics like linen or cotton can make your space feel airy and light. Heavier upholstery fabrics like tweed or wool bring additional texture and warmth to a space. If you’re looking for something luxurious, supple, and durable, then leather is always an excellent choice as well.
Silk instantly gives a room a high-end feel, although it’s not as easy to clean as some of the other materials we’ve mentioned here. Explore a variety of different upholstery fabrics to help you set the tone for your bedroom and living room. Look at several factors including durability, color options, and how easy the fabric is to maintain before you choose.
Remember these eight must-haves if you’re looking to add some new soft furnishings to your home. The right materials and pieces will add layers of texture and warmth to your bedroom, living space, and more. Be sure to explore all of the incredible, high-quality products on our website today, including our beautiful mudcloth pillow covers, pom pom blanket, and bedding to bring your home an elegant finishing touch.
