6 Basics to Cottage Style

Energizing Mixed Patterns

Libby Cameron anchored her living area with a yellow sofa and used striped wallpaper to create depth and character around the room. The fabrics' patterns may seem like mishmash, but Libby carefully matches the size of the pattern to the size of furnishing: The largest scale pattern is on the rug, where you can appreciate the full repeat, and the smallest scale patterns are on the side chair and pillows.