Adding texture to rooms- throws and rugs

When you first move into a house it takes time to create that homely feel. I've found that one way to add cosiness to a room is to add textures and contrasting fabrics, and the easiest ways to do this is by using rugs, throws and blankets.

This post shows some examples of where I've added accessories that bring texture to my rooms. I'm all about adding a luxurious look to a room without breaking the bank and it's possible to pick up some gorgeous and inexpensive throws that make such a difference to the theme of an entire room. They're also really easy to change, swap and re-arrange (you'll be aware that's my favourite past time if you follow my Instagram).

Here are some of my favourite throws and textures in my home:

1. Adding a summery/brighter feel to my living room

This gorgeous throw is from Babooshe. It's a hand woven Fouta and it is such good quality. I currently have winter textures in my living room and this gorgeous throw adds a spring feel to the room.

I have this throw in both grey and navy and they're amazing! Also perfect for a bathroom, or as a cover up on holiday.

2. Storing throws and creating a feature with different textures

In my opinion, there's no such thing as too many throws and when they aren't being used these gorgeous wicker baskets are a great storage solution. They also great a cosy feature in my living room.

The white baskets are from Ikea
The white throw is also from Ikea
The grey pom pom throw is from Matalan

3. Contrasting wood and rugs

I have this soft silver rug from Dunelm in the middle of my living room. It creates a lovely contrast against my wooden floor and the wood in my coffee table and I love it!

4. Faux fur to add luxury

My spot under the stairs is one of my favourite parts of the living room and the small fur rug I have added to the top of my Ottoman adds warmth, cosiness and texture. This rug is from Ikea and is a really cheap way of making an otherwise boring corner feel homely.

5. Using thick wool throws for a Winter look

I adore my thick 100% wool blanket from the National Trust. My living room is currently still in Winter mode and this wool throw always makes me feel cosy- a perfect way to warm up on a chilly evening and it finishes off the living room perfectly.

6. Adding textures to a bedroom

My velvet bed helps to crease a luxurious feel to the room and my fluffy throw breaks up my silk sheets and add some warmth! I got this throw from B&M a while ago so no online link is available unfortunately.

7. Small cheap rugs can finish off a room perfectly

I love the way that this Ikea rug (an absolute bargain, by the way) breaks up the cold wood floor in my dressing room- it really finishes the room off! It just adds that extra element of luxury and femininity to my Princess dressing room.

Lots of love
Ashleigh x