the soft throw down

Someone once said there can never be too many pillows on a couch. Whether that’s true or not, pillows do make a couch more inviting and comfortable. Swapping out your throw pillows entirely, or just adding or subtracting a few here and there, can change the look and feel of the whole room. And it’s a guaranteed way to personalize a new couch that came with pillows you may not love.

WORDS : TAMIE ZACCHEA

It’s also an inexpensive way to embrace trends in color and fabric, without changing your entire decorating scheme.

Blush pink is hot in decor right now. These three beauties from Burlap Rustic Chic Boutique (who dubs this shade “Nordic Blush”) are right on trend. Faux fur, by local maker Raylene Vettel, and chenille options give your room a retro vibe with warmth, texture and comfort.

BURLAP : 3401 South University Drive, Fargo

Speaking of retro, these midcentury round velvet cushions are made by artisan women in India. Available at OTHERS FAIR TRADE BOUTIQUE. 218 North Broadway, Fargo.

Earth tones and traditional styling are also making a comeback for the new decade. Eco Chic offers some great options that combine the two, like these geometric earth tone pillows on a classic leather sofa. These are down filled and were designed by Joanna Gaines.

ECO CHIC : 3265 45th Street South, Fargo

FEELING CRAFTY?

Use an old sweater and make your own throw pillows. This is especially great if the sweater was going in the trash — reuse, recycle, restyle all at once. Pillow forms are inexpensive and can be purchased at craft and hobby stores.