Pantry seem like such a fancy word or something that only a few can accommodate in their daily lives. But it is actually very customizable & very personal.
A Pantry is almost essential to any home. It is a One-Stop-Shop for all things are essential to your home, particularly for stuff dedicated to consumption. It helps you organize better, make room in the kitchen for daily/regular used stuff. A Pantry is useful in many ways. Not only does it store all your essentials and consumables safely and at one place, it also provides everyone an opportunity to keep a track of their monthly expenditure in this area and helps one save a considerable amount, just by sheer organization.
It is also an Excellent way to keep an inventory of your essentials/consumables.
Another advantage of a Pantry is that it makes the job of parent a little easier if not considerably easy.
Although some houses don’t always provide the provisions/space to accommodate a pantry, we feel, if one can, they must!
Now that we have the reasons and the benefits of having a pantry pinned down, let’s take a closer looks on the list of essentials to keep in a pantry and the essentials of organization & the Décor of the Pantry.
A BIG reason of having a reason is storage. So, if you’ve gone through the ordeal of making a pantry, let us make sure you have all the essentials you need to make it a hit.
We would divide essentials into categories, namely:
Let’s Explore These Categories A Little More.
Although there are many more things that come under essentials, these were the four main ones that we recommended are must haves in a pantry. Now, let’s explore the organization part of the pantry. This is one of the most important aspects of a pantry. The organization bit is what the main purpose of a pantry is at a house. Let’s take a look at what you would need to keep the organizational aspect in check!
Who doesn’t like their stuff to be organized. But sometimes, organization can be a little pain in the ***. But with the right tools & a little motivation, it can become an essential and fun part of your life. In fact, organizing is said to be really therapeutic. It gives you a sense of clarity, a sense of calm & your space looks and feels amazing. We recommend having the items mentioned in the list below. These are ABSOLUTELY necessary for your pantry to completely fulfil its purpose & make your life easier.
Required Items:
These are some of the things, according to us, that are absolutely necessary for the organizational aspect for the pantry.
Till now, we’ve got you prepped about the ‘What To Have’s’ in a pantry. Now that you have a list of things that you would need, Let’s Talk DÉCOR!
DÉCOR
This is one aspect that makes every pantry unique. Not only does every Pantry has its own unique organization patterns, but the décor of every pantry is really personal to the person that’s going to be using it the most.
Having said that, let’s talk about some basic décor tips we can provide for you to accommodate in your pantry décor. These tips are useful and immediately add the extra texture or that eye catching factor is any pantry.
Let's Go!
Well That’s it for this one. We hope this article has helped you get a better insight into the purposes a pantry can fulfil and how to make it in the best way!
If you have any topics you would like to be written upon or discussed, please send them our way, we LOVE exploring new areas to write about!
Have A Good Day!
Much Love <3
Kriti Sharma,
LeelaTheStore
www.leelathestore.com
]]>Upholstery is a magical thing. From different textures to different colors, to different types, there is something for everybody. Although there are A LOT of options, upholstery is very difficult to nail. It ties the whole room together & can make or break the vibe of the room.
Therefore, getting the right upholstery is of extreme importance. There are a number of factors one should keep in mind while choosing the ideal upholstery.
Upholstered furniture is padded furniture that is always enclosed in fabric. It has a steel or wooden frame over which springs and cushioning are attached.
You can find upholstered living room chairs, single, double-seater, or triple-seater sofas, dining chairs, couches, etc. No matter which area of your house you are furnishing, you can find suitable upholstered furniture for it.
TYPES OF UPHOLSTERY
In This Article, we’re covering our 6 favourite kind of upholsteries that go most with all the Interior Types
6 Ideal Upholstery Fabrics :
LEATHER
Leather is one of the most commonly used upholstery fabrics used around the globe. Depending on one’s care leather is extremely durable and can last up to 5 years. It is also spill & chemical resistant.
Unlike other fabrics, leather doesn’t get dirtier with time like cotton or linen with due to the warmth exuded by people’s bodies and the dirt on their clothes that isn’t necessarily visible to the naked eye. It also doesn’t absorb different smells for eg the smell of smoke or perfume.
The Leather Upholstery Fabric is best suited for contemporary (& British) interior & modern interior types. Leather is a popular upholstery choice particularly for the bar / office / study areas of the house.
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COTTON
Another widely used upholstery fabric is Cotton. It is a breathable, sustainable, 100% natural occurring fabric. Cotton is an extremely versatile fabric. It is easily dyeable, making it easier to find in any choice of color out there. In addition to this, cotton is extremely durable, is resistant to abrasion and is a very cost-effective fabric.
So many qualities in one fabric are unheard off! Since the fabric is so light & breathable, making it ideal for daily use.
CONS:
- Cottons Wrinkles easily.
- Cotton is high maintenance. For example, it absorbs spills and stains easily and requires continues upkeep.
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SILK
Silk upholstery has been around for a long time. From being used by royals for their furniture, curtains, tables mats, chair cover/upholstery etc., to doing the round in the modern world by being included for the same things but in different designs.
Silk as a fabric is one of the most sensual fabrics out there. It instantly adds a glamour quotient to any interior setting and looks effortlessly beautiful, given it is used the right way. Its elegant appearance gives it an edge over other fabrics.
Another major benefit of silk as an upholstery fabric that it is Anti-Wrinkle & Anti-Crush Resistance. Can be used for sofas, throws & beddings as well.
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VELVET
Unlike popular belief, Velvet is one of the most extravagant, easy and modulable upholstery fabrics to work with. The fact that it has no raised weaves, loose threads & has a flat pile similar to a rug weave, it makes if almost impossible for the fabric to snag.
It is quite versatile as it can be used in almost all forms of home furnishings, namely- couches, ottomans, curtains, cushions etc.
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OLEFIN
Olefin is a man-made fibre that is created from plastic pellets that are melted, and then forced through a spinneret, which resembles a shower-head, creating the fibre, which is then spun into yarn and woven into fabric.
Due to these properties, olefin is an ideal fabric for outdoor use. It is majority stain resistant, easy to clean, abrasion, chemical & fire resistance, really does check all the boxes.
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LINEN
Linen is one of our favorite fabrics. It is a textile made from the fibers of the flax plant. It is very durable, absorbent and dries faster than cotton. It is one of the oldest fabrics that exists in the world.
The most admirable quality of this fabric is that it is Eco-Friendly. The Flax plant is easy to grow without fertilisers or irrigation. It used one-fourth of the water cotton uses during processing.
Other than these amazing factors, linen is a wonderful touch and feel. It feels soft and easy on the skin.
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Now That You’ve Understood Some Of the Different Types Of Upholstery Fabrics Out There, Let’s Take A Look At The Factors To Consider When Choosing The Right Pick For You!
There is not much that goes into picking the right choice, but these few Pointers should be followed thoroughly. One should always keep a theme of interiors planned in their minds. Since upholstery is such an integral part of the home and the entire vibe, it is important to keep the colour theme in mind.
Another Factor to keep in mind is how is it going to go with the colour of the walls and the rest of the furniture. For Example, wooden furniture requires a certain color tone to compliment it whereas metallic furniture requires a completely varied colour palette.
A person would need to consider whether it matches the décor of the room and whether the difficulty to clean it will be an issue.
Well, I hope this article has helped you in understand the importance of upholstery a little better & gave you a better insight how to choose the right one for you.
Be sure to browse through our website to pick out the perfect décor to go with your perfectly picked out Upholstery! *Winkwink*
Have A Great Day <3
Love,
Kriti
LeelaTheStore.com
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Hope all are doing well! This Is Kriti Sharma, Founder of LeelaTheStore & I'm here to tell you how to incorporate new interior trends in your homes, every week , with our Decoding Decor With Leela Series.
So, Let's Begin!
This Week, We'll be covering the update all decor/interior junkies wait for. The PANTONE Colour Of The YEAR!
For 2021, Pantone has chosen "Ultimate Grey & Illuminating Yellow". Industrial grey has been slowly, but steadily rising in the interior decoration scene. I think one of the reasons being that it's subtle neutrality provides such an excellent canvas to design a space around. Be it the colour of your walls, your furniture, anything, it plays will anyway its used.
And we know yellow has been pretty much always been around but a-lot of us hesitate to use it due to its sheer brightness.
But there are endless ways one can incorporate these colours into their homes.
These are my Top 4 suggestions:
1. GREY WALLS are literally EVERYTHING. Compliment them by making wooden panelling on the wall & give them character. This ways, your house has a great foundations to be styled upon. This can also use dual shades of grey to add a variation to the room.
2. Use the Colour contradictions of Greenery from plants with grey walls/furniture/Interiors. The Beauty of Grey is that some solid colors looks amazing paired with it. How to incorporate one better than using plants. If you choose to paint your walls grey, make sure you have sticking big plants for that burst of green.
3. GREY & WOOD are a match made in heaven. You know all those lofty interiors pictures we're obsessed with on Instagram? Next time you come across them, notice how well grey & wood work together. You too, can incorporate this vibe into your home, If you have a wood panelling on your statement wall, pair it with a gray couch/furniture set. Contrast the remaining with white & violaaaa, you have an amazing setting.
Orrrr, go fro the rustic grey interiors that feature grey walls and wooden furniture such as a statement wooden dining table.
4. The Hottest interior combination right now is GREY & YELLOW, even Pantone had to give in. Incorporate these two colours in your home in form of decorative accessories. Put a burst of yellow in your home with a yellow throw or a yellow bedcover.
Get an old bookshelf refurbished and paint it rustic yellow to stand out in any setting. You can subtle hues of yellow in form of cushions all around your home to connect each space.
BONUS: Another way yellow can be used in your home is in the form of wall paper. Either use a floral yellow wallpaper in your children's bedroom or use it in a bathroom, pairing it with darker interiors. Either way, it instantly makes a room brighter.
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1. STENCILLED TILES: As Fashion is becoming increasingly influenced by the vintage trends and the more inspiration it takes from what went on in the past, similarly home decor trends often get influenced by the past and the vintage appeal.
One of these trends are STENCILLED TILES. These come in a small Square shape tiles (generally) but obviously the size can vary according to your preference. This kind of tiling is best suited for people in love with the homely vibe or a love for culture in their homes. some houses are aesthetically built good enough to accommodate such a trend in their flooring.While flooring is the main use of this trends, these tiles combine handy to create a statement in your home. Such As
2.FLORAL/NATURE INSPIRED WALLPAPERS
Wall papers have always been a part of the home decor game. Generally, one prefers to have a more toned-down wall paper, For example shades of white, ivory, pale pinks etc.
This is slowly changing from people making bold choices to accommodate floral patterns or nature inspired wall paper designs in their rooms or living space a burst of color and design since nature is always bold and beautiful itself!! If you are a person who loves to be in the presence of plants or are someone who is looking to brighten a place a bit, try this trend out for sure.
3. PLANTS! PLANTS! & MORE PLANTS!
Including A LOT of plants in your house is ALWAYS a good thing. Plants add the natural element as well as add freshness to your home. Although plants go with almost all interior styles, they fall best with white, wooden and contemporary hues.
One has to be careful to get plants that are best suited for indoors, Because plants emit a lot of CO2, one should be careful to get plants that only emit o2. Such knowledge of options in easily available on the internet.
4.TEXTURED / PANELLED WALLS
We ABSOLUTELY LOVE this interior trend. Walls make such a BIG difference to the house and define the look of the house. If you’re someone who likes to keep the furniture basic or minimal, THIS IS THE WAY FOR YOU.
You can use textured wall paints or you get the walls panelled as shown in the image below.
5.BLACK & WHITE
B&W has always been a crowd pleaser no matter what aspect. This is a very modern-day trend and has caught the attention of people better than anything. Although this interior style can work out great, we think it has a high chance of becoming monotonous and one can start getting over it pretty SOON.
However, people who are fond of this interior style can introduce contrasting elements such as plants in their homes. They can also introduce a mix of different metallic elements in their home in contrast to this interior style such as copper lights or brass brass taps etc.
6.MIXED METALS
Metals has made a huge comeback in the interior industry. Things like brass taps, corner brass lights, super tall lamps have become a huge trend.
Metals go best with something called the “Minellial Pink” . Although metals go with almost everything, they go particularly well with a home with mix of grey and Minellial pinks. They go REALLY well with interiors that has a high influence of wood as well.Ive used the same image in the Black & White Section to show that they go really well with Minimal interiors as well and work really well as contrasting elements.
7.DARK ROOMS!!
I know most of you associate the term “Dark Room” with a game but it is really getting along well in the interior business. Imagine a room with dark Blue walls, a dark marble floor. Seems too much right? WRONGGG!
Dark Rooms, contrary to popular belief are really beautiful if put together with the right colors and accessories. If you are planning to make a space a little darer then you usually do, go for colors like Dark Grey, Dark Blue and colors on similar lines on the walls. As you do this, make sure to introduce brass or copper elements into this room as they are going to stand out and give the room a glamorous look.
Wood is another element that can be used to darken the room's look. For example, in the image below, wood has been used on walls to give the room a darker and richer look.
So, here are our Favorite trends of home décor at the moment. We hope this has helped you in some way or perhaps guided you to introduce a unique element to your home or persuaded you to step out of your comfort zone a bit & "Experiment".
Look forward to sharing many Home Décor ideas and thoughts with you guys!!!
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