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How To: Choosing a Sofa

by Michele Wesdock Filed Under: fabric, Kids, Living Rooms, pets, Uncategorized Leave a Comment

 

Are you happy with your sofa?  Choosing a piece of furniture that you’ll spend hours of your life on (The Crown Season 3–I’m looking at you) can be overwhelming,  There so many considerations…You want it to be stylish but comfortable.  You have kids, pets, and you like red wine.  And you still want to be happy with it ten years down the road.  So what should you look for?

Shape:  I think the best sofas have a classic and tailored shape.  For simplicity in this post, we’ll stick with only five common styles: the English roll arm, a track arm, the Lawson, a slipcovered style, and a Midcentury style.  You can see that the “style” of the sofa can be influenced by the shape of the arm.  Your ideal sofa will be a balance between what appeals to you aesthetically and what suits your lifestyle.  You may find that a higher, rounded arm is more comfortable to snuggle in for movie sessions while an English roll arm is perfectly at home in your front living room.  

 

Size:  First, assess the size and shape of the room.  Draw a room plan or even tape out the dimensions on your floor with painter’s tape.  If your room can handle an extra long sofa, go for it!  Especially if you like to stretch out.  But if your room is small or awkwardly shaped, opt for something a bit smaller with narrow arms.  Nothing looks more dated than a hulking sofa, IMO!  For comfort, you’ll also want to pay attention to the inside depth, which generally ranges from 22″ – 24″ inches.  A 22″ sofa is easy on short legs while a deeper sofa is ideal for larger people.  If you like to curl up or lay on your sofa with the dog, deeper is better.  If you really like to sleep on your sofa or snuggle up with your partner, 25″ or more is even better.

Fabric:  Today there are so many performance fabrics that it’s almost hard to find a reason NOT to use them.  If you have your heart set on a fun designer fabric or if your sofa won’t be getting loads of use, of course it’s fine to use something else.  But if you’re looking for a fabric that’s easy to clean, stain resistant, and fade resistant, you can’t beat the performance fabrics that are on the market today.  Most polyester fabrics also clean up well and prints hide stains better than solid colors.  Linens look easy, breezy and casual but may not hold their shape over time.

Revolution Performance Fabric

Comfort:  Cushions that are all feathers will feel the most luxurious and comfortable, but over time will become flatter and flatter  and need fluffing.  A combination of foam and feathers will hold it’s shape longer.  Spring down cushions have even more structure and will hold up the best over time.  Look for foam or spring core cushions that are wrapped in an “envelope” of feathers for both comfort and structure.

Construction:  Look for kiln-dried hardwood or furniture grade engineered wood.  The frame should be corner block reinforced.  Eight way hand tied springs are the gold standard, although sinuous springs can also make for quality suspension and prevent sagging cushions.

 

Need help choosing?  Let’s chat about a service that might be right for you! A 30 minute phone call is always free.

 

Design Board: Boy’s Room in Green, Blue and Gray

by Michele Wesdock Filed Under: Art, Design Boards, Etsy, fabric, Kids, Vintage Leave a Comment

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Last week I created a design board for a sweet girl’s room, and today I have one for the boys.  I’ve been intrigued by color lately and for this room I choose a rich, cheerful green for the walls,  Benjamin Moore’s Basil Green. Navy, gray and a touch of golden yellow round out the palette.  The vintage educational chart really got the ball rolling on this one.  Love these things!

This chart is from the Netherlands from Windmill Print Shop. They carry loads of gorgeous charts and I want them all!

All other sources are linked below.

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paint/bed/duvet/drapery fabric

blinds/sconce/educational chart/Nasa print

tree print/kilim pillow/adventure pillow/chair

slipcover/dresser/lamp

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Sophisticated and Fun Girl’s Room

by Michele Wesdock Filed Under: Accesories, Art, Bedroom, Design Boards, Etsy, fabric, Kids Leave a Comment

I love using artwork as a jumping off point when I’m crafting a design board.  United Thread has been in my favorites list for a long time because her illustrations and paintings are so unique.

Gilded Nest - Archival Print

I’d love to use her work in a nursery project, but until then, I’ve put together this sweet room for a girl of any age.  And let’s be honest, after two boys, I’ve had my fill of of Legos, army battles and Minecraft, so putting together a room like this is just plain fun!

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bed/bedding/throw pillow/drapery fabric

floral and bird art/abstract art/macrame hanger

dresser/chair/mirror/llama lamp/chandelier

Paint: Benjamin Moore Summer Shower

The Tonic Living draperies coordinate perfectly with both of the art prints and the pale blue walls help anchor the florals and set a more sophisticated tone.  Swap the rattan chair for a rocker and the bed for a crib and this plan would work beautifully for a baby girl’s room, too!

Happy Monday 🙂

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Vintage Educational Charts

by Michele Wesdock Filed Under: Art, Design Boards, Etsy, Kids, Living Rooms, My Home, Vintage Leave a Comment

I love vintage educational charts as art in the home.  They’re beautiful and unique while lending a non-fussy, relaxed vibe to a room. Most are  quite large, so while they might seem a little pricey, you’ll actually get a big impact for your money.  Below is a chart in my living room chart I bought a couple of years ago from Bonnie and Belle on Etsy.

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Another great source is Vintage School Charts. They have a huge selection of charts in all price ranges, like this pair of botanicals.

red flower and citrus collage
Tulip Botanical School Chart –  Original Jung Koch Quentell – 1971 – $224
Citrus Botanical School Chart – Original Jung Koch Quentell – 1970 – $224

They’d be beautiful over a sofa like in this inspiration photo from Lauren Liess.

Vintage charts are great in kid’s rooms, too.  I’m in love with this Arctic map (we have a thing for maps and globes in our house.)

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 Arctic School Map – German vintage – 1960s

And how about this mama bear with her cubs?

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Bear and Cubs – Vintage Swedish School Chart – Authentic Nils Tiren circa 1955 – $168

 

Mini Piccolini via Apartment Therapy

Below is a design board I created using a beautiful chart from the 1910s.  From the chart, I pulled together a palette of greens and plums.  The Lulu and Georgia rug is gorgeous, isn’t it?

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Botanical Chart, Vintage Botanical Drawings, Slipcovered Sofa in Alex Beige, 8-Arm Sputnik , floral pillow, plum pillow, green and white pillow, chair, coffee table, side table, rug, lamp

Do you have any of these charts?  Would you hang one in your home?

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I'm Michele Wesdock, founder of Moonefield Interiors in Smithfield, VA. I collaborate with my clients to design warm, thoughtful spaces that reflect the unique needs and personalities of every family. My goal is to help each client realize their own vision and create a relaxed, stylish space that functions beautifully. Let's connect!

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