If you are a fan of interiors blogs, then you already know
that “copy cat” designs are a hot new topic. If you haven’t seen these yet,
copy cat rooms are when a designer takes a high end room from a showroom or
magazine and recreates it as they see it and for real people. When I say real
people, I mean people like you and me that want the look of this room but don’t
want the high price tag that goes with it!
And this my friends, is really what I do – getting the look for less. So I’ve created my own Copy Cat Room. I was super inspired by the cover of the May 2012 issue of Southern Living. The key to this room is FABRIC - lots of it and lots of mixing colors and patterns. Shopping for fabrics is one of my favorite things to do! Let me know what you think!
Here are the images from Southern Living:
1.Maxime Fuchsia Fabric - $27.98 / yard
The original drapery fabric is to the trade only = big dollars. It’s printed to
mimic traditional Chinese ink and brush and is reminiscent of bamboo. My
version keeps the bamboo look at a fraction of the price.
The original drapery fabric is to the trade only = big dollars. It’s printed to
mimic traditional Chinese ink and brush and is reminiscent of bamboo. My
version keeps the bamboo look at a fraction of the price.
You cannot beat this price. One of
these would be beautiful on a little gold cocktail table.
3.Ballard Designs Auberge Chair - $649
Ordered in the most affordable fabric, this
chair is only $649. At that
price, you can afford to custom upholster in the below fabric.
price, you can afford to custom upholster in the below fabric.
A graphic print looks even better on a very
traditional style chair. This
6.Annette Tatum Bohemian Ikat Diamond Teal - $8.98 / yard
7.Blue
Octagon Geo Ceramic Garden Stool - $320
8.Throw pillow - $45
9.Oscar Sofa - $1300
10.Sterling Industries Distressed Gold Three Bird Table Lamp - $157
fabric also brings in that beautiful gold color
of the original room.
Lime leopard print fabric is so
fun! Perfect for pillows.
This ikat print adds another pop of
color. Again, perfect for pillows.
I
wanted to bring in a little more of the blue.
Wouldn’t this look awesome
up against the white couch?
This pillow is made from Sunbrella outdoor
fabric. It is a great option for
families with children and pets because it
resists moisture and stains. Just
because it’s called “outdoor” doesn’t mean
you can’t use it inside!
I love the tufted settee in the original
room. But something that size isn’t
always the most practical. This ZGallerie
sofa is huge and has the tufting
on the seat to mimic the original sofa.
The figurine lamps on the console
in the original room are antique. This
gold bird lamp gives the same amount of
interest and also brings in a
different finish.