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helloanyonewhoknowsme · 07/01/2021 11:01

Hi I have just got new grey sofas and curtains are quite new and I think I need some new cushions to pull it all together. Question is what ones and how many? Ideally I would like to spend as little as possible Grin please don't suggest a rug as I can't bear them tucking up and moving on the carpet all the time Confused

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rolliy · 07/01/2021 11:04

something colourful

helloanyonewhoknowsme · 07/01/2021 11:08

Yes mustard ? Patterned or plain?

Plus I think I need to move the picture above the sofa so it centre with the sofa rather than the wall ?

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rosegoldwatcher · 07/01/2021 11:13

The ochre from your curtains and/or the burnt orange in the painting.

An odd number per sofa. I like symmetry so would have a large and smaller square cushion at either end and a rectangular one in the centre.

If you have a sewing machine making your own cushion covers is not difficult.

LifeInAHamsterWheel · 07/01/2021 11:14

Mustard or gold to tie in with your curtains. And since there's pattern on the curtains I'd go with plain cushions (though you could get different textures) Definitely re-centre that picture on the wall! And do get a rug, you can get sticky things for under (can't recall the name) to stop rugs from moving about.

DonkeysDontRideBicycles · 07/01/2021 11:15

Your curtains are patterned so I'd be cautious about getting cushions that weren't plain. Maybe look at something textured?

Sup1979 · 07/01/2021 11:17

You urgently need an injection of colour OP!

rolliy · 07/01/2021 11:18

As others have said

autumn colours
plain but textured
different sizes
odd number per sofa

helloanyonewhoknowsme · 07/01/2021 11:22

I already had these in my basket on Dunelm, but wasn't sure it was a bright enough

I've just got rid of a big beige / burnt orange colour textured rug even with the backing it moved and was so heavy to straighten

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missyB1 · 07/01/2021 11:22

Just wanted to say I've got those curtains in my dining room - I love them! I would personally go for red cushions.

rolliy · 07/01/2021 11:22

brighter for me

DonkeysDontRideBicycles · 07/01/2021 11:27

This time of year I have a throw (well, truthfully it's a ginormous scarf/shawl thing I'm not going to wear) that's lying on one arm of our sofa. It's in a contrasting colour and just adds a splash of brightness. Practical too for snuggling up late at night.

Whatsnewpussyhat · 07/01/2021 11:45

Something less plain?

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Whatsnewpussyhat · 07/01/2021 11:46

Texture

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helloanyonewhoknowsme · 07/01/2021 12:25

@rosegoldwatcher I LOVE the bee, do you think just one and others in different textures or one bee per sofa. I've never been this indecisive before !

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helloanyonewhoknowsme · 07/01/2021 13:37

@Whatsnewpussyhat my DD would have the poms poms off in two seconds, but I like the knit texture

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Crazzzycat · 07/01/2021 16:54

I’d go for a combination of ochre and teal/blue cushions. If you just go for one colour, the overall effect might still be a little bland. It’s also worth thinking about the texture of the cushions, as very flat looking fabrics can create quite a dull looking effect too.

I have these cushions, which have an interesting texture (without being too over the top)

www.johnlewis.com/john-lewis-partners-mini-spot-cushion/gold/p5297601

John Lewis also do some rib knit cushions that might be worth looking at.

www.johnlewis.com/john-lewis-partners-rib-knit-cushion/navy/p5297610

Proudboomer · 07/01/2021 17:51

Try wilkos
The orchre velour and the orchre fake fur for colour and texture
www.wilko.com/en-uk/search?q=ochre+cushion%3Arelevance%3Atype%3ACushions
Add in a chunky knit throw www.wilko.com/en-uk/wilko-ochre-chunky-knit-throw-130-x-170cm/p/0488614

And the room wouldn’t be so bland

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