You Had Me at Burlap

2.23.2012

What is it about burlap that has made it such a huge trend in decorating? I mean the stuff is scratchy and doesn't even smell good yet it is used so much in home decor. Here are some ways that I found it being used and something new I bought, too.







This is my new burlap pillow from Joss & Main that I got several weeks ago.

I was glad to get this pillow. I hesitated putting it in my basket and then it was in someone else's basket. I waited a few minutes and it became available again and I snatched it! If you shop Joss & Main then you know what I am talking about. These items are available for a short time at a discount.
I knew it would be perfect in my sitting room.

The fact that it is trimmed in leather makes it even better.


When it is cold and gray outside this is a good spot to curl up with a book. This is the most comfortable chair in the house.
Today we had a heat wave of over 75.  Isn't it still February?

Come back this weekend for a giveaway.


Joining the following:
My Romantic Home
At the Pickett Fence
French Country Cottage
The Charm of Home
2805
Common Ground
Posted by at
Labels: , , ,

67 comments:

  1. Anonymous2/23/12, 4:08 PM

    I love your new pillow Kim! And i love your gorgeous leather chair.

    Kathy

    ReplyDelete
  2. Kim @ French Country Antiques2/23/12, 4:18 PM

    I don't know what it is about burlap either that makes it so hot in decor right now, but I love it too! I guess it's a reminder of Europe. It's funny, my son has those same burlap Tom's shoes that he has worn on a cruise and on a trip to St. Thomas! He says they look like island shoes! LOL

    ReplyDelete
  3. Kim @ French Country Antiques2/23/12, 4:18 PM

    I don't know what it is about burlap either that makes it so hot in decor right now, but I love it too! I guess it's a reminder of Europe. It's funny, my son has those same burlap Tom's shoes that he has worn on a cruise and on a trip to St. Thomas! He says they look like island shoes! LOL

    ReplyDelete
  4. Debra@CommonGround2/23/12, 4:28 PM

    That pillow is just soooo cool!!

    ReplyDelete
  5. Unknown2/23/12, 4:32 PM

    I love that pillow and I love burlap! My daughter loves those shoes! My dogs think burlap is "interesting" they are always sniffing it. :)
    XO Cindy

    ReplyDelete
  6. Calypso In The Country2/23/12, 4:39 PM

    Love the new pillow! I also love those vases! I will definitely be trying that. It was pretty warm here today too. What a strange winter we have had!
    -Shelley

    ReplyDelete
  7. Kelly2/23/12, 4:39 PM

    That pillow is just PERFECT for that room! It looks like it is very well made too.

    ReplyDelete
  8. ℳartina @ Northern Nesting2/23/12, 4:40 PM

    Love it Kim and it's perfect for that room!

    ReplyDelete
  9. foreverdecorating2/23/12, 4:50 PM

    crazy weather all over the states. Love this new addition to the chair.

    ReplyDelete
  10. Kathy @ Creative Home Expressions2/23/12, 4:52 PM

    Nice pillow, Kim! That's a great pillow for you, too, with your equestrian items. I can't even imagine wearing a burlap shoe. I wonder how far you can walk before you have to start scratching.

    ReplyDelete
  11. Ceekay-THINKIN of HOME2/23/12, 4:55 PM

    I love the look of burlap...but it very scratchy...like those chairs...who really would sit on them?? You new pillow is really pretty!

    ReplyDelete
  12. Laura @ duke manor farm2/23/12, 5:02 PM

    I love everything burlap and your new pillow!

    ReplyDelete
  13. Pinky at Designs by Pinky2/23/12, 5:12 PM

    I LOOOVE that pillow, the leather trim makes it PERFECT! I am looking for a burlap runner. Or jute. I am on a mission:):) XO, Pinky

    ReplyDelete
  14. NanaDiana2/23/12, 5:19 PM

    It is funny how burlap has become so popular. I love your pillow, Kim. I am just wondering how long the burlap fad will last and what will be the next BIG THING. xo Diana

    ReplyDelete
  15. Betsy Speert2/23/12, 5:20 PM

    I LOVE using burlap! Love the texture, and it's cheap fabric (I buy it at Home Depot! Ha!) And those TOMS are on my wishlist!!!

    ReplyDelete
  16. Rosemary@villabarnes2/23/12, 5:22 PM

    That pillow was waiting for you, Kim. It look very much at home. I can't tell you how many chairs I've recovered for clients in burlap. I love the graphics, etc., but never got using it as upholstery. Not comfy. I love using it other ways though.

    ReplyDelete
  17. miss flibbertigibbet2/23/12, 5:23 PM

    You can't ever have too much burlap....my Granny is probably falling down laughing at what we do now with potato sacks!
    Lorraine

    ReplyDelete
  18. Bliss2/23/12, 5:27 PM

    My grandson told me yesterday that I was like a big pillow as he laid his head on me. If I was I'd pick to be a burlap one with a cool graphic.

    ~Bliss~

    ReplyDelete
  19. Jennifer @ Town and Country Living2/23/12, 5:58 PM

    I've seen tons of burlap, too. We used quite a bit of it in my daughter's wedding (who knew burlap and weddings go together?). I saw a French-looking burlap pillow in a store with fluffy tulle for trim. I'm going to try and recreate it ... we'll see. Love your pillow ... anything with a horse is beautiful. :)

    ReplyDelete
  20. A Whole Lotta Magic2/23/12, 6:06 PM

    I think it's lovely in very small doses; like your pillow.

    The chair is the star of the show!

    S
    xo

    ReplyDelete
  21. Becca Bertotti2/23/12, 6:28 PM

    I KNOW ... funny that something scratchy and smelly works soooo well! Do you own any TOMS? My brothers sell them here in their surf shop, and they can barely keep them on the shelves! Love your new pillow, too ... I can see why that comfy looking chair would be a favorite spot!

    ReplyDelete
  22. Penny from Enjoying The Simple Things2/23/12, 6:40 PM

    I am currently making some more burlap pillows to sell in my booth.

    LOVE your horse pillow! Today it was 72 here. I love this early spring...but it is suppose to have snow flurries in a couple of days here.

    ReplyDelete
  23. Deserae2/23/12, 6:46 PM

    Love your new pillow....it looks perfect in your sitting room on the leather chair! Just gorgeous....
    ~Des

    ReplyDelete
  24. Dixie Delights2/23/12, 6:58 PM

    Love your new horse pillow! I also LOVE burlap!!

    ReplyDelete
  25. Sissie's Shabby Cottage2/23/12, 7:01 PM

    Burlap is definitely popular here in blogland. I love your horse pillow. It's perfect for the leather chair.
    hugs
    Sissie

    ReplyDelete
  26. Beth @A Little Country House2/23/12, 7:04 PM

    Burlap just adds such a rustic,feel to things but also a little industrial too...it just lends itself to so many styles...

    ReplyDelete
  27. Debbiedoos2/23/12, 7:05 PM

    Great looking pillow. That chair sure does look comfy Kim!

    ReplyDelete
  28. Anonymous2/23/12, 7:41 PM

    Kim, your new pillow is fabulous. When I was looking at new rugs for the family room this past winter, I was at a rug store and they had piles of burlap laying in the floor. The rugs from overseas had been shipped in them. I asked the store owner if I could have some and he gave me all I wanted. The burlap is a large weave and has a braid running through it. And it's actually fairly soft too. I hope to make pillows out of it for my website and/or booth.

    ReplyDelete
  29. Babs2/23/12, 7:53 PM

    Great new pillow. Love the graphic and leather trim. It'll look so good in your sitting room.

    ReplyDelete
  30. chateau chic2/23/12, 8:10 PM

    Your burlap pillow is perfect on that very comfortable looking leather chair.
    Mary Alice

    ReplyDelete
  31. Ruby Jean2/23/12, 8:25 PM

    Oh your pillow is FABULOUS!!! I would of certainly snatched it up..Our daughter is a BIG BIG BIG horse girl so I am always drawn to anything Horsey... I love the look of burlap but could certainly do without the smell and scratchiness of it... :)

    ReplyDelete
  32. Olive2/23/12, 8:34 PM

    Love the leather trim on it. I just ordered a jute pouf/stool from OKL which is odd for me to do and it has the Union Jack Flag on top on it in canvas. Buying from the flash sale sites is sort of nerve wracking and if I ever bought something really expensive I would be nervous as there is no returning it.

    ReplyDelete
  33. Marty@A Stroll Thru Life2/23/12, 8:42 PM

    Your pillow looks wonderful. Love it. So perfect in that room and with your chair. Hugs, Marty

    ReplyDelete
  34. Linda 2/23/12, 8:42 PM

    Never mind the burlap pillow, you had me at the chair.
    Oh it looks so comfy.

    ReplyDelete
  35. Judy2/23/12, 8:54 PM

    I'm loving that horse pillow but I love anything "horse-y" related.

    Isn't this weather crazy? I can't believe it's February...we had the air on at work today...makes me want to work in the yard and plant flowers in my urns.

    Judy

    ReplyDelete
  36. Molly2/23/12, 9:09 PM

    I know! Burlap is the rage! I bought some burlap Toms and thought I was so trendy with them on till
    I realized the label on the back of the shoe was stitched upside down. lol... I had worn them too much to take back...oh well fits my personality!!

    ReplyDelete
  37. Heaven's Walk2/23/12, 9:20 PM

    Your new pillow looks perfect on your comfy chair, Kim! Just like it was made for it! What did we ever do before discovering burlap?? lol!

    xoxo laurie

    ReplyDelete
  38. My Little Home and Garden2/23/12, 9:22 PM

    The chair looks so inviting; I can just imagine sinking into it and leaning up against the new pillow. Sigh...

    ReplyDelete
  39. vignette design2/23/12, 9:29 PM

    You know I love burlap! I have those burlap Tom's too!
    My daughter gave them to me for Christmas last year.
    Love your new pillow!

    ReplyDelete
  40. Tanna2/23/12, 9:44 PM

    Yep, you had me at burlap, too. Just love it. LOVE that pillow. Good score, Kim! LOL! blessings ~ tanna

    ReplyDelete
  41. Honey at 28052/23/12, 9:46 PM

    Thank you for sharing this adorable pillow at Potpourri Friday!

    ReplyDelete
  42. Rooms by Ann2/23/12, 10:27 PM

    That's a great pillow ,fit's right in with your decor.Thanks for sharing.

    ReplyDelete
  43. Sue @Rue-Mouffetard2/23/12, 10:33 PM

    Hi Kim....I love your new pillow...I get e-mails everyday from Joss and Main and have not bought anything yet but now I will have to actually read the mail...
    and I love those Toms burlap shoes...I wonder how comfortable they would be....

    ReplyDelete
  44. Sarah2/23/12, 11:14 PM

    Kim, your new burlap pillow is adorable. Love that it is trimmed in leather. Looks perfect in the chair. Hit 91 here today. Pleaseeeeeee!!!
    ~ Sarah

    ReplyDelete
  45. Wild Oak Designs2/23/12, 11:30 PM

    Love the pillow...need to find one....
    Nancy

    ReplyDelete
  46. Linda @ Itsy Bits And Pieces2/23/12, 11:51 PM

    The pillow is wonderful, Kim...and it has a perfect home in the beautiful leather chair!

    ReplyDelete
  47. Ironstone and Pine2/23/12, 11:52 PM

    yes, it doesn't smell good does it? But it has that texture and that color that us antique-ers love, so I guess we can get around the smell if it looks good! I love that pillow, good score! devon

    ReplyDelete
  48. Mom in High Heels2/24/12, 4:16 AM

    Love the pillow. And that chair! Wowzers. I'll have to keep James Bond from sneaking in your house to swipe it. He wants a leather wing back so badly it hurts him. :)
    Thanks for the photo of the grain sack! It reminds me that I have one I need to put up on my etsy shop. It's not French (sadness), but German and still cool.
    Have a great day!

    ReplyDelete
  49. Karen thisoldhouse2.com2/24/12, 7:01 AM

    oooh, those chairs!!!!.....

    ReplyDelete
  50. Shirley@Housepitality Designs2/24/12, 7:26 AM

    Your patience paid off!...perfect pillow for the chair and room...I never in a million years thought that I would use burlap in my decor...now I am hooked!

    ReplyDelete
  51. Amy Chalmers2/24/12, 7:26 AM

    I like the leather trimming on that pillow~it looks right at home on the leather chair!

    ReplyDelete
  52. Christine @ Stonehouse Living2/24/12, 7:35 AM

    Hi Kim,
    That is a very nice pillow!
    The horse print is perfect...love the leather piping as well!
    All the Best,
    Christine

    ReplyDelete
  53. Connie2/24/12, 8:16 AM

    I have a shop owner friend who just returned from market saying that "burlap" was the big thing for spring. I don't see it as french anything no matter what is stamped on it. I grew up on a farm and it came straight out of the barn!

    ReplyDelete
  54. Janet Metzger, Artist2/24/12, 8:24 AM

    Morning Kim,

    Love your pillow and those lampshades are very pretty....HOWEVER...those French chairs are leaving me stone cold. They look like the most uncomfortable chairs ever. I like a nice accent of burlap here and there, but NOT as a major piece of furniture.

    Just being honest here ;->

    Janet xox
    The Empty Nest

    ReplyDelete
  55. Anita at Cedar Hill 2/24/12, 8:49 AM

    We had a hot day yesterday too. Love the burlap and your adorable pillow and leather chair. I think I may steal the burlap wrapped vase idea!

    ReplyDelete
  56. Cynthia2/24/12, 8:59 AM

    Love the pillows. Burlap adds such nice texture. I have it on a bench and foot stools that will be comming up in a post.

    ReplyDelete
  57. thistlewoodfarm2/24/12, 10:13 AM

    Okay....I truly heart that pillow! Love the leather trim! I am pinning your inspiration pictures!

    blessings,
    karianne

    ReplyDelete
  58. Jacqueline~Cabin and Cottage2/24/12, 10:29 AM

    That is one great looking pillow!

    ReplyDelete
  59. SImple and Serene Living2/24/12, 11:25 AM

    I love burlap too. I think it is so natural and rustic. Love the pillow!!

    ReplyDelete
  60. Unknown2/24/12, 1:21 PM

    Yup, can't get enough of the burlap. Love your pillow, looks so fantastic in that chair.
    Thanks for sharing.
    Michele

    ReplyDelete
  61. Tricia2/24/12, 1:28 PM

    I'm in love with those grain sacks.

    ReplyDelete
  62. Charlotte Wilson2/24/12, 4:01 PM

    Kim,
    YOur new pillow is really cool. I love burlap too. It is just so real and down to earth.

    ♥charlotte

    ReplyDelete
  63. Haworth2/24/12, 4:39 PM

    My local job lot was selling off large burlap coffee bean bags for $1. I bought several of them without knowing what I wanted to do with them. You've given me some wonderful ideas and now I wish I'd bought more!

    ReplyDelete
  64. Anne2/24/12, 6:10 PM

    Kim,
    Love that pillow.I don't know what it is about burlap either.But I really love it.Not all over but a little here and a little there.

    ReplyDelete
  65. Kathy2/25/12, 8:56 AM

    That chocolate throw is what I want...you couldn't have picked a better pillow

    ReplyDelete
  66. Sherry @ No Minimalist Here2/25/12, 6:36 PM

    Great pillow, Kim! It is perfect for your room. xo, Sherry

    ReplyDelete
  67. The Charm of Home2/29/12, 10:41 AM

    That pillow looks perfect in that chair! It is going to be 78 here tomorrow!? Thank you for joining me at Home Sweet Home!
    Sherry

    ReplyDelete
DESIGNED BY ECLAIR DESIGNS