Lydia Makepeace at KiteFlier's Profile

It's definitely NOT for everyone. I like it, but only when done successfully. (I have an eclectic, bohemian, quirky, style.)

Thank you for the various examples. Here's what I think is working and what is not, and why -

First pic - Perhaps this couch is a work in progress, but the whole thing should be covered. If you're going to do this, commit!

Second pic - I like the patterned fabric created for this couch; it's a nice take on the concept. The colours are more muted and cohesive.

Third pic - Not my personal favourite, but this would be right at home in a dorm, hipster loft, or cartoonist/ graffiti artists' studio apartment.

Fourth pic - Ehhh, I don't think the worn and dated style of this sofa is a good fit for this. It looks sloppy, not as sophisticated.

Fifth pic - By far, the weakest example. Needs more patterning all-overness. And the pillows are too busy an accessory for a piece like this, best to go with a solid colour.

Sixth pic - The chair selected is a nice juxtaposition with the drawings and I like the context it's been placed in, with a child's playthings. Charming.

Seventh pic - I think this an excellent conversation and statement piece. LOVE the contrast and lines of the formal chair with the casual patterning of the doodles. Beautiful drawings, very whimsical. This, to me, is crossing over into a work of art.

Eighth pic - Fantastic riff on the original idea! Again, a well chosen piece of furniture. Really like the lines. It's a sort of easy, comfortable formality. Using a monochromatic colour scheme creates a strong pattern and really pulls this piece together. It looks well designed and executed. A nice nod to contemporary eclecticism.

Thank you for sharing! An interesting idea I'm going to mull over while nesting : ) Perhaps I'll post a pic of my own take one day!