Normally we think of the fall season as the time to start adding pillows, blankets, and other textiles to our home. But don’t forget about the warmer months! See how to add summer textile to any room to create a comforting vibe – like this dining room with white linen slipcovers on the chairs.
Photo by Tweak Your Space
A colorful rug is a great way to create a fresh look in the living room – or any room for that matter. Summer is perfect for adding color in your house.
Photo by Company C
Summer days are typically hot, but sometimes evenings can be cool. Throw a light quilt over each chair when entertaining into the evening so guests can stay warm.
Photo by Bardes Interiors
Speaking of quilts, I love any kind of handmade quilt for a summer bedroom. My mother used to pick up Amish quilts when traveling; their quilts are extremely cheerful in color.
Photo by Urban Rustic Living
Patriotic patchwork quilts are a great option for adding summer textile to your bedroom.
Photo by Silver Nest Interiors
Striped fabric covers a pair of daybeds in a summer sleeping porch. Swap them out for a darker and warmer pattern in the fall.
Photo by Hendricks Churchill
Farmhouse animals and butterflies are a good fabric pattern for pillows. And let’s face it, swapping out pillows is probably the easiest way to freshen up a room.
Photo by Just Fabrics
A light linen sofa looks fresh for the summer season. When you have neutral furniture, it’s easier to play with pillow patterns and colors.
Photo by Design Manifest
Consider changing curtains with fresh summer textile. Cotton and linen are light weight fabrics that create breezy appeal – save heavier drapes for fall and winter.
Photo by J. Hirsch Interior Design, LLC
In the summer I like to use bright colored kitchen towels like the red and white one shown here. And did you notice the “curtain”? Red and white baby outfits are clothes-pinned in place.
Photo by Creative Kitchenz
Consider taking your kitchen towels out of the drawer and displaying them on an open shelf for added color. Stripes always remind me of summer!
Photo by Sara Ray Interior Design
What are some ways you use summer textile in your home?
More Summer Decorating Inspiration:
A Touch of Nature for Summer Decorating
Outdoor Summer Dining on My Patio
Governor’s Summer House in New England
Farmhouse Kitchen in the Summer Season
These are great ideas. I use different kitchen towels, pillows and curtains in the summer. Have a great week.
I keep white all year but, I do change pillows, flowers etc.. according to the calendar.
Maybe even add a few new pieces here and there.
That impressionist painting rug is absolutely stunning! I have never seen anything like it.