Thursday, February 20, 2014

The Pouf That Started It All

Hello everyone!

Warning:  Cute dog sleeping in photos.  May cause a serious distraction.

The other day, while shopping at Target, I found this darling blue and white striped pouf.  I was drawn to it immediately because it reminded me of a grain sack.  I loved it, but thought, "where would I put it?" I decided to grab it anyway because I knew I might regret it later.    Well, as soon as I brought it inside, it went right where it belonged. 


I loved it next to the white slip covered chair.  It filled in an empty spot and added a bit of pattern and color.
Here is a better look at it.


But, then the rest of the room looked a little bit off.  So, what else was I to do but start making some subtle changes?  It was the least I could do to make this new pouf feel at home.  

So, out came some blue and white pillows.


And of course, I needed some blue and white flowers behind the sofa.





Then I draped one of my vintage blue and white grain sacks over the trunk.


And a blue and white monogrammed tea towel over the back of this chair.


I tried to make the room feel balanced.
 I would show you one more chair with blue and white pillows, but my dog decided to take over that one too just before I grabbed my camera.  He's such a stinker!

So, I'll leave you with this shot instead.


We are enjoying a warming trend outside now.  I can't begin to tell you how lovely it feels!  And, I hope for all of you still digging out from under the snow, you'll have a change in the weather soon too.

Thanks for stopping by.

~ Kelly ~

39 comments:

Kim @ Savvy Southern Style said...

Oh, cute pouf. I bet it would be cute in front of the chair in place of the ottoman. Temporarily, of course.

Penny from Enjoying The Simple Things said...

What a great poof!

Japolina said...

It is all so gorgeous. I love how the little poof made you make so many changes!

Marty@A Stroll Thru Life said...

Love it and the added blue. Pretty room. Hugs, Marty

Pondside said...

I promise you that there is no cute striped pouf in a Canadian Target! I like the subtle changes you've made - very spring-like.

a house full of vintage said...

Love this pouf!! All your little changes and hints of blue look great!

Betty said...

Everything looks so fresh and ready for Spring. You are right I did get distracted my the little cutie pie in the chair.

Sew a Fine Seam said...

Kelly that pouf is adorable! I love it! I've made a couple square ones but they were both union jack themed and were made out of drop cloth fabric. Yours is gorgeous - love the stripe - like the cute little handle tabs on the sides too.
I haven't been to target for awhile - need to get there again :)

Stacey said...

That pouf is awesome and caused a nice domino effect. I like the blue in there.

Something Nice and Pretty said...

Love Target and their neat things to decorate, I could stay in there for hours.lol
Love the pouf and it does look like grainsack!

Ron said...

Great proof that the pouf is tops! xo

Linda said...

Love your POUF!!!! And as always, I love seeing your home!! Just beautiful!

Lisa @ Texas Decor said...

I've noticed Target has really stepped it up a notch lately. They have some beautiful things! Love your pouf and all the touches of blue.

Art and Sand said...

I am in LOVE . . .

with the poof . . . with the sofa pillows . . . with the grain sacks . . . with the entire room.

Wanda said...

Darling pouf. It, with your added touches are perfect.

In fact I got so excited as I have some things packed away in blue, and when I put my valentine décor away, I'm going to go BLUE! Your ideas are really helping me with ideas for my home.

So thank you!

cynthia lee designs said...

Love the pouf...it looks great in your room!! Love the pillows and the tea towels too. And it looks like your dog loves this room too!! So cute sleeping on the pillow in the chair.
hugs,
Cindy

ℳartina @ Northern Nesting said...

I love that pouf...it does look like grain sack and it looks great with your white slips!

Junkchiccottage said...

Kelly,
Everything looks great. I love the poof and all the blue you added to the room. It is the little touches that make a big impact. Your Boston steals the cuteness award. So adorable.
Kris

Katie Mansfield said...

I love the blue and white and the pouf!!

Lisa~A Cottage To Me said...

Isn't it funny how one little thing like a cute pouf can cause so many changes in one room? Love the pouf!

NanaDiana said...

Kelly- That is an absolutely perfect addition to your room. And- I love that you pulled all the other blue and white bits and bobs in to finish the look. GREAT job and I LOVE that pouf! xo Diana

Anonymous said...

Hi Kelly! Oh, I love your pouf and your room just looks gorgeous! Now you know how I love seeing your sweet little Boston! Thanks for poppingin to see me.
be a sweetie,
Shelia :)

Judy at GoldCountryCottage said...

Hi Kelly, cute pouf! Looks right at home in your room. I love the pillows on the sofa with the flowers playing off the pretty sheer curtains and it really is good to see sunshine through the windows..Happy Thursday..Judy

Ivy and Elephants said...

Such a cute poof! I love how you united everything with just a little tweaking and color.
Hugs,
Patti

Daniela @Frugal Aint Cheap said...

Great way to pull the room together. The blue additions are beautiful

Deserae said...

The pouf is soooooo cute...I love it!!!! It would become an instant dog bed in my house though! LOL...I love the touches of blue you added to the room :o)
~Des

Leslie said...

Your little pup is so cute and they do seem to make the assumption that we do all this for them;) The blue and white grain sack pillows are so pretty (I think mine are identical!) They are easy to wash and look pretty year round. I like the linen draped over the wicker seat! I need to find one like that.

Leslie

must love junk said...

Oh, I love the whole room! The touches of blue are so 'farmhouse fresh'! :)
Susan

Bliss said...

I like your poof. Did you receive the H&M catalog? Once I ordered they put me on their list but I've been afraid to open it. Bet they have more stuff for your balancing.

Lisa @ Fern Creek Cottage said...

What a cute pouf! I was a Traget last night, but didn't see any at my store. :(
I like how the pouf set off a whole blue stripe trend in the room. The room looks wonderful! It is nice to have a little color in the winter too.

Linda said...

Kelly how cute! I know that our Target here in Canada would not have this!! I love that they are here now I just wish they stocked the same as in the US.
I would also try it as a ottoman.

Shirley@Housepitality Designs said...

Oh how fantastic that poof/ottoman is...it certainly gave you much inspiration to add those beautiful details in the room!...Love your photo bomber!

Kelly said...

Love the pouf! And the dog is pretty cute too!

Another Kelly - from www.lifeonbirchst.com

This N That said...

Perfect Kelly..Looks like you...Pouring here now...

Cynthia said...

Ok Kelly, the adorable pup was a total distraction for me. Huge dog lover, so cute propped up in a comfy space. What a spectacular find. I would have had to grab that too. There would have been regrets going on. Love t hat trunk too and all the added touches.

Cynthia

Marissa said...

Oh, how i wish I knew how to pouf like you.
Loving your pouf.

Anne said...

Love that pouf! I have to be honest since Target compromised my credit card I have not been back to shop :-(.
Love your beautiful family room.It has a lovely French farmhouse look I see in Jeanne d arc!
xx
Anne

Sandy said...

One small change always leads to more and more! The beauty of your neutral room is that you can add any color and it will look good but I love the s
Blue. I bet your little dog will love your new poof!

Amy at Ms. Toody Goo Shoes said...

And "Poof!" You transformed the room so beautifully! Love your pouf..I never am that lucky at Target!