Very recent data suggests the trend for home improvement and decorating projects shows little sign of abating. If you're struggling to get your hands on that 'must have' paint colour, or aren't quite brave enough to go for a full re-vamp, then adding a splash of colour with a tartan throw is a really simple way to change up your room.
We've compiled some of your most frequent questions to create the ultimate guide to styling your tartan throw blanket.
How to put a throw blanket on a couch
We all spend more time sat on our sofa that we'd like to admit and you need to be cozy when your are making your way through all of those box sets. (How many times have you watched Outlander on repeat?) It's important to have a blanket to hand, so why not make it tartan? To create that effortlessly elegant "oh that old thing I threw on the sofa" look (bottom left) we suggest folding both edges of your throw on the underside so they meet in the middle and then positioning it on your sofa before scrunching it slightly.
Tonal Tartans (Above Left)
Many clan tartans have Black Watch to thank as the basis of their pattern, the simple navy, bottle green & black colour pallet forms a great canvas to add colour to, for example the Gordon Clan Modern tartan introduces a hint of yellow & in the dress variation a bold white stripe lifts the tartan and really makes it pop. Pair the classic Black Watch with accents in slightly more colourful tartan.
Clash your Clan (Above Right)
Ancient, Modern, Dress, Weathered, Red, we used them all. The Gordon Clan are host to multiple tartan variations and what better way to celebrate your Scottish heritage by showing off all of your clan tartans together. As standard the different variations of your clan tartan will share the same pattern but in different colour palettes meaning they can all sit together quite nicely. If you are lucky enough to have as much choice as the Gordon's then you'll have multiple Ancients, Moderns and Weathered's to contend with, but many will share some of the same colours although in a different pattern so again they can all work together in harmony.
How to style a throw blanket on a bed
The foot of the bed is another popular place for your tartan throw to be displayed whether you fold it, drape it or layer it up, it will always look good.
Layer Up
Your bedroom should be comfy, cosy and peaceful so to help create your tartan haven, we recommend layering up, this adds colour, texture and warmth to any room. A reversible throw is a great option to add some interest without having to buy multiple blankets. All of our custom made tartan throws share this feature, you can choose to have a contrasting tartan back, pick out a colour from your tartan for a plain fleece back or go for the luxurious faux fur back (above right).
Matchy Matchy
Don't be scared to go for multiple pieces in your favourite tartan, pair your tartan soft furnishings with a neutral backdrop and you can't go wrong. White bed linen matched with a dress tartan, like Stewart Blue Dress (above left) is a great option for spring, and just goes to show tartans don't have have to be dark and dominating.
How to hang a blanket on the wall
If like me you are a bit intimidated by trying to wallpaper, then hanging a tartan blanket on your wall is a great way to instantly add a focal point within any room (and saves having to get the decorators in). ITV's Love Your Garden led by Britain's favourite gardener, Alan Titchmarsh used the beautiful Isle of Skye Tartan to create a beautiful backdrop for a Scottish summer house.
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