Friday, July 16, 2010

mingle

I saved this image for the mix of patterns, the paisley and the zebra-ish pattern. I like the way they mingle and mix. Have you ever thought about amalgamating two opposites to see if they could get along? Funny how a classic paisley and a fresh wild animal print can co-exist. Who would have thought?

15 comments:

Milltini said...

I love the way that looks! I have some brown animal print in my bedroom (the rug)...and I wonder what pattern I could get to work with that. Thanks for the inspiration!

Stitchfork said...

I'd take that mix in a heartbeat! Amalgamation keeps thing interesting.

annechovie said...

Great room. I love mixing patterns. Have a lovely weekend, Patricia. xx

pve design said...

Milltini-
I am thinking of some patterns I have to see if they can mingle and get along too.
pve

Stitchfork-
It seems in this economy, a blend, a merge is part of the success of keeping things going right?
pve

Anne-
I need to mix and mingle more this weekend.
pve

Maria Killam said...

That looks really great! Love the creative mixing and matching!

Melissa @ Veranda Interiors said...

I love mixing and matching, it makes things more interesting! I am in the process (watching Rob paint right now) of recovering a side chair, fun funky floral on the front and bold stripes on the back, a little twist keeps the eyes entertained.
Have a wonderful weekend.

Dovecote Decor said...

I think those two patterns jive nicely. They may seem like opposites, but both are extremely natural and organic - and animal print, and an ancient Persian vegetable shape. I have been moving away from zebra recently, and getting more into giraffe. I think a giraffe print would work nicely with a tight calico floral print. Thanks for the post, good food for thought over the weekend!

Pamela Terry and Edward said...

What a perfectly gorgeous bedroom. And I have a very similar mirror over my fireplace!

Unknown said...

Surprisingly...it works! I think sometimes, just having the confidence to put something together and committing to it fully is the key! Elizabeth

Catherine said...

Beautiful room. I aspire to have the ability to mix and match gorgeous patterns. I so admire those who can as it's quite an art form.
Have a lovely weekend!
xoTrina

deliciously organized said...

Really loving the mix here and the title of the post! Hope you have a wonderful weekend!

Design Esquire said...

This bedroom is really appealing to me too. I really like the wallpaper as well! Christine

Hello Lover... said...

Love this bedroom? Any idea where it is from?!

jules @ The Diversion Project said...

that white zebra wallpapaer is insane, love it! jx

Gramercy Home said...

Some of the best rooms & beds I've seen put together completely unexpected, contradicting items.