Happy Friday! How’s your summer going so far everyone? Ours is flying by and I’m realizing that my family’s got to get moving on our summer bucket list if we’re going to knock that sucker out. At least we’ve crossed off more things on our bucket list than our home to-do list – it’s been super slow-moving on that front. But taking a little time away from home projects has been great – I’m already feeling reenergized to jump back into some fun projects this fall including a complete makeover of our horribly ugly family room. Like most of the rest of our house, I’m planning on going with a mostly neutral base and adding color in with pillows and other accessories that can easily be changed out in the future if I want to refresh the look of the room.
Decorating with neutral tones can be a little tricky because there’s a fine line between calming and boring. I think the keys are to incorporate a lot of texture (like woven baskets & textured fabrics), a variety of neutral hues, and furniture pieces and accessories with interesting lines. And it helps to add a small pop of color, even if it’s something as simple as pillows, flowers, or patterned napkins:
One of my favorite ways to find inspiration for decorating with neutrals is, of course, Pinterest. And if you guys are Pinterest junkies like me, I’ve got a new-ish Pinterest board that I think you’ll love following:
Follow Kris @ Driven by Decor’s board Decorating With Neutrals on Pinterest.
It’s not just me pinning my neutral-loving favorites – it’s a group board that includes a bunch of fabulous bloggers and designers pinning along with me. If you don’t already know these design mavens, do yourself a favor and check out their blogs – they’re amazing. I’m talking Sherry of Design Indulgence:
Loi of Tone on Tone:
Kelly of Talk of the House:
Leslie of Gwen Moss:
Emily of Emily A. Clark:
Jennifer of Dear Lillie:
MaryAnn of classic casual home:
and Cindy of Rough Luxe:
So talented, right? Hopefully we’ll all see you guys over on Pinterest! Have a great weekend everyone!
Follow Kris @ Driven by Decor’s board Decorating With Neutrals on Pinterest.
XO,
Becky says
July 31, 2015 at 9:42 amLove neutrals, so I will definitely be checking out your new group board! Looks like many of my favorites! Have a great weekend!
Darlene says
August 1, 2015 at 10:17 amGreat board! Thanks for the suggestion
Darlene
Robin says
August 1, 2015 at 11:42 amI am a neutral kinda girl. Love it! I started following your blog because of your amazing twists and turns with neutrals-thank you. I just started getting a small hankering for bits of color infused into my neutral scheme. Sometimes I’m amazed at what works and adds that special something. I love change and it’s all the little touches that accomplish just that. Have a great weekend Kris.
Kris Jarrett says
August 10, 2015 at 9:54 pmYou sound just like me Robin – I’ve always had a love for neutrals but have been bringing a little more color into our home lately. Thanks for the sweet comment and hope you have a great week!
Loi Thai Tone on Tone says
August 1, 2015 at 2:36 pmYou know I’m a fan of neutrals, Kris! And a fan of this Pinterest board you created. So fun to be included. I’ve been on a Pinterest hiatus; look forward to pinning again after summer break. Thanks for the shout out. Hope you’re having a great weekend.
Cheers,
Loi
Taylor Greenwalt says
August 2, 2015 at 10:49 pmI love neutrals too…so easy to add a splash of color if you get board!
Karolyn says
August 3, 2015 at 12:01 pmWEll the only neutral room in my home is the kitchen! I love neutrals and my old vacation home was totally flax linen and gray but I always find myself with color! Maybe my next house if that ever happens! xo K