Crocheting doesn’t have to be hard, especially as there are easy-to-use kits available, but the resulting items can have a big impact on your home. Let’s take a look at some crochet ideas that could add instant retro style to any space.
Crochet Blankets
Whether you choose to use crochet blanket kits from a specialist such as www.woolcouturecompany.com or browse the internet for patterns and inspiration, crochet blankets can personalise any bed, chair or sofa.
If you’re not feeling particularly creative, you could even pick up ready-made blankets from local sales and charity shops. Who says interior design has to be an expensive affair? Read more about reusing and repurposing home items on the BBC website here:
Wall Art
Decorating your walls with crocheted items can be a cheap and fulfilling way of livening up bare spaces. You could make a decorative garland or crocheted hearts, or crochet on a frame and create your very own dreamcatcher.
Think about what colours to use and what will work best with your existing design. You might choose colourful yarn for white walls or go for softer, pastel colours to contrast with a bolder background.
Headboard
Crochet your own headboard that you can hang from a bar above your bed. Alternatively, use the bar idea and create a tapestry for your wall. This is a great way to add colour and a personal touch to plain walls.
Cushions
Crochet cushions to personalise a bed, chair, or sofa. You might not think so at first, but these retro-feeling items will work really well with contemporary designs. This sort of stylistic balance can soften the look and really turn rooms into comfortable spaces to enjoy.
There is a multitude of different cushion and pillow ideas out there, from fairly basic designs to elaborate floral pillowcases with pompoms and tassels. If you have some success with floral pillows, you could go bigger and transfer your skills into making a rug.
Storage Space
You can crochet colourful baskets that are great for storing anything from toys and magazines to clothes and laundry.
