How to Decorate With Pillows for Events
Decorating an event venue with pillows adds the finishing touches to a theme or color scheme. Before the event, count the number of sofas and chairs provided at the venue. A general rule of thumb is to provide enough seating for every guest to sit down. Pillows provide additional comfort to sitting guests, so seating arrangements must be complete before adding decorative pillows. If you are having trouble selecting colors for your pillows, look at a color wheel to determine colors that will complement and contrast with your theme. Does this Spark an idea?
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Determine which seats require extra pillows, as some sofas are plush enough without additional pillows. If you are renting the furniture specifically for the event, consult the event planner so you know exactly which seats need pillows.
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Pay attention to proportions. Buy large pillows for large and overstuffed furniture. Smaller pillows on large furniture creates cluttered ambiance. Buy small pillows for small chairs to preserve proportional harmony and so people have enough room to sit.
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Purchase pillows that are 18 to 24 inches if you are showcasing a particular color or pattern. Smaller pillows pack less of a punch. Select pillows in darker hues if your furniture is light. Add light-colored pillows for dark furniture.
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Combine pillow shapes for visual interest. Mix square, rectangular and oblong pillows to prevent your design from being one-dimensional.
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Mix and match textures of the pillows depending on the guests and themes of the event. Decorate events for children with durable fabrics like cotton. Adult parties can feature silk, skin and fur pillows.
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Go to your local fabric store if you are decorating for a seasonal holiday. Craft stores often offer ready-made pillows with holiday designs.
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Arrange the sofas, chairs and lounges in the desired position on the day of your event.
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Place pillows on the appropriate chairs and sofas. Try grouping pillows in groups of odd numbers for a playful, modern design. Set a single pillow in each chair for a classic look.
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Tips & Warnings
Go to a professional silk screening business to add a specific picture or name to your event pillows.
References
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