A: (Ask DIY decorating expert Bea Pila) You don't have to create a vintage room to use your pieces. Mixing and matching furniture, accessories and other pieces from different eras creates a beautiful and unusual look.If you wish, you can comb sources such as flea markets, garage sales and tag sales to find vintage pieces, but you can also find nice knockoffs -- and even modern items -- that will mix together nicely.
There are only three rules you need to remember:
- Practice repetition of form (in other words, keep the lines similar: straight lines with straight-line items, curvy lines with curvy-line items, etc.).
- Use complimentary colors (get out a color wheel if it helps).
- Have fun! If it feels right, go with it! It's your home, after all, so you should enjoy being there.
