[homework] top trends of 2011 – the new vintage

For homework this week, I am focusing on what Canadian House & Home coins the ‘New Vintage’.  This so-called look makes it OK to mix your flea market finds (read: lovingly scratched and dented wood furniture), handcrafted accessories, intentionally faded upholstery, and florals, florals, florals in one room.

Just make sure to mix in some decoupage or silhouette artwork to add a mod punch.

The look is forgiving, so tattered edges and distressed materials only add to the confidence your room will exude.

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Here is my take on this look – –

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