5 Home Refresh Tips from Erin Kern Cotton Stem
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5 Key Home Refresh Tips for a Beautiful, Vintage Farmhouse Look
by Erin Kern (@cottonstem)
Interior Designer, Farmhouse Lover and Mom of 4 Girls
5 Key Home Refresh Tips for a Beautiful, Vintage Farmhouse Look
by Erin Kern (@cottonstem)
Interior Designer, Farmhouse Lover and Mom of 4 Girls
1. Form Over Function
When choosing a rug, I’m a bit more form over function so first and foremost it needs to fit my space. If the rug doesn't match your cute blue bottle collection, what's the point, right?
2. But Function's Important Too
I want a rug that will fit my family’s lifestyle. This is a combination of hiding the inevitable stains and a rug with a pile that’s just soft enough for tickle fights with my girls but not so long that I can’t clean it properly.
3. Be Interesting and Original
I look for original, interesting designs and color patterns. That is why I’m obsessed with my vintage vibe Well Woven rugs, especially my Maxwell Blue! It fits the bill for my personal taste and style while still being neutral enough to blend seamlessly into our home.
4. Shop smart!
Quality for price is so important when you're on a budget. You can get a rug that's soft, plush and beautiful for a crazy low price...if you know where to look.
5. Don't Forget The Pinch-and-Pull.
Upon arrival, I immediately pinch on and pull at the fibers of new rugs to see just how much they are going to shed. Naturally, there will be a bit of shedding no matter what, but a good rug should barely shed at all.
I'm all about family. It's my #1, always.
Is there any parent who hasn't paused and said, "But what if the kids break it / spill food on it / spit up on it?" Living your best life with your family shouldn't mean you don't get to have a gorgeous space, and a gorgeous space shouldn't mean you can't enjoy time with your family.
Beautiful design should be comfortable, affordable and, most importantly, bring peace to you and your family. Because I'm pretty sure they're your "why", too." That's why my Cotton Stem Collection with Well Woven is designed with family in mind, always.
This partnership came about because Well Woven rugs give me so much of what I need to create beautiful, affordable spaces where my family can come together.
Above style, above anything, it's so important to me that my decorations create a warm, loving space for my littles.
I’ve always loved creating great styled spaces but as my kids have taken over my house, my style has grown more comfortable and functional. I still love a great design or a styled space, but it has to be functional and make sense for my large family.
It’s like a little puzzle for me; I have to figure out how to create original, unique looks without constantly caring if my kids touch things. I want them to LIVE here and be comfortable!
Not that style isn't important, in fact that's what I love about Well Woven rugs, they look good and they're easy to clean so that's two things I don't have to worry about!
My Well Woven rugs blend absolutely seamlessly with my decor. They are some of the most beautiful and original designs I’ve ever seen. The colors and textures, patterns and prints, and everything about them make them mix so well with my home, my home’s colors, and my family’s lifestyle.
And the colors in these designs really are yummy. I love the creamy neutrals for a base tone, and the pale blue tones are almost a perfect match for my walls which are sea salt. The deep pops of dusty, dark teal or beige give these vintaged patterns the perfect amount of depth and texture. Love these ones!
When something combines this much style and comfort with affordability and cleanability that's a win, win, win, win.
I'm the founder of Cotton Stem Interiors and a mom to four wonderful daughters sharing my life and style on my blog and my Instagram. I was born and raised in Oklahoma and I love all things farmhouse and comfort which has led me to create my own dream home and help others design theirs too. The Cotton Stem x Well Woven Collection is my latest project to help put good design within anyone's reach.
It's been a winding road to get here, but I know I've found my calling and I know my reason "why."
I met my hubby in college (started dating after I bought him in a date auction...ha!), and we moved to the Tulsa area as newlyweds. Taught high school for a while, spent a whirlwind five years having four sweet daughters, and I get the privilege of staying home with my girls during these little years. And that brings me to my "why": it's them . . . It's family, my reason for everything. My little ladies and wonderful husband are my reasons "why."
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Why People Love the Cotton Stem x Well Woven Collection
"This rug is beautiful. It adds a touch of color without being overwhelming. It looks as pictured and is very soft. Definitely a worthwhile investment!"
— Leigh M.
"I couldn't love it more! I first saw this rug on @cottonstem instagram stories last year and I wanted it ever since! So, this year my husband and I got it for our 16th Wedding Anniversary! Thank you so much!"
— Mandy G.
"So perfect, so soft. Great price for a rug I will have forever"
— Danee M.
"I love it! Excellent quality. Rich colors. I couldn't be happier."
— Shellie A.
About The Author
Hi, I'm Erin Kern, an Oklahoma mom of 4 tiny girls, chasing dreams while chasing babies. I'm an interior designer and the author of the Cotton Stem blog and instagram @cottonstem
For this Collection I've partnered with Well Woven to bring their amazing designs at an amazing discount for my followers. I hope you love these as much as I do!
DISCLAIMER: Although this a sponsored post, all of the the opinions are my own and I absolutely love these rugs! By using my discount codes, beyond getting up to 70% OFF you will be supporting CottonStem and Well Woven in our mission to bring amazing design at affordable prices, such as this promo. Its a partnership where everyone wins!