{"id":5163,"date":"2021-05-31T21:08:14","date_gmt":"2021-05-31T11:08:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.canvasfactory.co.nz\/blog\/?p=5163"},"modified":"2021-05-31T21:08:15","modified_gmt":"2021-05-31T11:08:15","slug":"how-to-create-epic-personalised-photo-cushions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.canvasfactory.co.nz\/blog\/how-to-create-epic-personalised-photo-cushions\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Create Epic Personalised Photo Cushions"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Personalised photo cushions are the ultimate low-cost home d\u00e9cor piece. You can never have too many cushions! They\u2019re affordable, easy to style, and simple to create. They also make the best presents for a loved one \u2013 or just for yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s for this very reason, however, that they\u2019re also easy to over style. It\u2019s way too tempting to add too many cushions or mix different clashing colours, textures, and styles in the same space. On the other hand, you don\u2019t want to include too many boring, bland coloured-cushions, especially when it comes to a neutral space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Personalised photo cushions are the perfect solution for bland spaces. They\u2019re almost like mini artworks, making them the ideal way to display your images, whether that\u2019s a treasured memory or simply a design you love! So, how can you create and style personalised photo cushions?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Decide on your colour palette<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>First things first; decide on the space you want to style \u2013 this goes for whether your photo cushion is a gift or for yourself. When you\u2019re creating a personalised photo cushion for yourself, think about your space \u2013 are you creating a cushion for your bedroom, living room, or even to fill space on a cute kitchen bench?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your colour scheme should reflect the space. If you\u2019ve got a modern, minimalistic design scheme, opt for black, white, red, or bold blue or green. If you\u2019ve got a costal scheme, you might prefer to opt for blues, creamy neutrals, yellow or green. Or, if your theme is more industrial, select neutrals or go with charcoal or brown.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re buying personalised photo cushions as a gift and you\u2019re not sure of a colour theme, go for something neutral, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Black and white or sepia images<\/li><li>Neutral tones<\/li><li>Photos with a light, creamy edit<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.canvasfactory.co.nz\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/2\/hutomo-abrianto-Q_fZcn8vlWY-unsplash-2-969x1024.jpg\" alt=\"personalised photo cushions\" class=\"wp-image-5167 lazyload\" width=\"429\" height=\"452\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.canvasfactory.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/2\/hutomo-abrianto-Q_fZcn8vlWY-unsplash-2-969x1024.jpg 969w, https:\/\/www.canvasfactory.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/2\/hutomo-abrianto-Q_fZcn8vlWY-unsplash-2-284x300.jpg 284w, https:\/\/www.canvasfactory.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/2\/hutomo-abrianto-Q_fZcn8vlWY-unsplash-2-142x150.jpg 142w, https:\/\/www.canvasfactory.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/2\/hutomo-abrianto-Q_fZcn8vlWY-unsplash-2.jpg 1703w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 429px) 100vw, 429px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 429px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 429\/452;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Work with the style of your spaces<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For a double bed or larger, aim for four standard-sized pillows at the back. Then you can add cushions at the front. For a more balanced look, try layering two smaller plain cushions at the front then a photo cushion at the front with lots of detail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Alternatively, for a larger bed, you could do the opposite. Add two personalised photo cushions, two more plain cushions then a patterned or textured cushion at the front. It\u2019s really up to you and whether you want a classic look or something with a little more depth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For a couch, you can get a little more creative. For a longer couch, experiment with different-coloured cushions styled in clusters of two or three cushions each. For a more structured look, you can use the exact same cushions and mirror the same arrangement on each side of the couch.<br><br>To create a more unstructured look which suits an eclectic look or kids\u2019 rooms, mix-and-match random prints and styles. Mix plain, textured cushions with colourful photo cushions and prints, such as a zebra-print cushion, or striped styles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.canvasfactory.co.nz\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/2\/isaac-martin-NYA8kGk3-T0-unsplash-908x1024.jpg\" alt=\"personalised photo cushions\" class=\"wp-image-5168 lazyload\" width=\"426\" height=\"480\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.canvasfactory.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/2\/isaac-martin-NYA8kGk3-T0-unsplash-908x1024.jpg 908w, https:\/\/www.canvasfactory.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/2\/isaac-martin-NYA8kGk3-T0-unsplash-266x300.jpg 266w, https:\/\/www.canvasfactory.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/2\/isaac-martin-NYA8kGk3-T0-unsplash-768x866.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.canvasfactory.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/2\/isaac-martin-NYA8kGk3-T0-unsplash-1362x1536.jpg 1362w, https:\/\/www.canvasfactory.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/2\/isaac-martin-NYA8kGk3-T0-unsplash-133x150.jpg 133w, https:\/\/www.canvasfactory.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/2\/isaac-martin-NYA8kGk3-T0-unsplash.jpg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 426px) 100vw, 426px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 426px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 426\/480;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Add some unexpected personalised photo cushions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you need a whole new look, why not add something unexpected and then style your whole room around that print? Choose from our favourite ideas for personalised photo cushions:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.canvasfactory.co.nz\/canvas-art\/modern-canvas-art\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">modern geometric print<\/a> in bold, primary colours<\/li><li>Family photos<\/li><li>Couples photos \u2013 these are perfect for the bedroom!<\/li><li>Animal prints; zebra stripes, cheetah-print cushions, or even something more unusual like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.canvasfactory.co.nz\/canvas-art\/?words=peacock%20feather\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">peacock feathers<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.canvasfactory.co.nz\/canvas-art\/aboriginal-art\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Aboriginal prints<\/a> \u2013 these can look great as cushions. The natural colour palette of these prints can work in practically any room<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.canvasfactory.co.nz\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/2\/joshlyn-shamsie-KB5xD4psgr4-unsplash-912x1024.jpg\" alt=\"personalised photo cushions geometric\" class=\"wp-image-5169 lazyload\" width=\"445\" height=\"499\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.canvasfactory.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/2\/joshlyn-shamsie-KB5xD4psgr4-unsplash-912x1024.jpg 912w, https:\/\/www.canvasfactory.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/2\/joshlyn-shamsie-KB5xD4psgr4-unsplash-267x300.jpg 267w, https:\/\/www.canvasfactory.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/2\/joshlyn-shamsie-KB5xD4psgr4-unsplash-768x862.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.canvasfactory.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/2\/joshlyn-shamsie-KB5xD4psgr4-unsplash-1368x1536.jpg 1368w, https:\/\/www.canvasfactory.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/2\/joshlyn-shamsie-KB5xD4psgr4-unsplash-134x150.jpg 134w, https:\/\/www.canvasfactory.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/2\/joshlyn-shamsie-KB5xD4psgr4-unsplash.jpg 1800w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 445px) 100vw, 445px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 445px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 445\/499;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Get the right mix of cushions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When choosing personalised photo cushions, do try to practice some restraint \u2013 after all, you don\u2019t want to go cross-eyed when you&#8217;re looking at the couch! Aim to mix patterns and bold prints with plain colours to break up the detail.<br><br>Also, try to work with your existing d\u00e9cor! If you\u2019ve already got a bold couch in blue velvet, for instance, you don\u2019t need to go overboard with crazy prints! Or, if you do, keep colour to a minimum. Add black-and-white-striped cushions, neutral tones, and black-and-white photo cushions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Before you go wild buying cushions, consider what you\u2019ve already got and how you\u2019ll mix and match your existing styles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.canvasfactory.co.nz\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/2\/sidekix-media-lrk0l9w8rI0-unsplash-1-1024x625.jpg\" alt=\"personalised photo cushions\" class=\"wp-image-5170 lazyload\" width=\"522\" height=\"318\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.canvasfactory.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/2\/sidekix-media-lrk0l9w8rI0-unsplash-1-1024x625.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.canvasfactory.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/2\/sidekix-media-lrk0l9w8rI0-unsplash-1-300x183.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.canvasfactory.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/2\/sidekix-media-lrk0l9w8rI0-unsplash-1-768x468.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.canvasfactory.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/2\/sidekix-media-lrk0l9w8rI0-unsplash-1-150x92.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.canvasfactory.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/2\/sidekix-media-lrk0l9w8rI0-unsplash-1.jpg 1200w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 522px) 100vw, 522px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 522px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 522\/318;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Master styling personalised photo cushions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to cushions, more is definitely more. That said, if your guests can\u2019t even sit on the couch due to all the cushions, it might be time to swap out some cushions! You don\u2019t need to have all the cushions on the couch at once. Instead, why not swap your cushions out seasonally, adding a darker colour palette for winter and pastels or bright colours for spring?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.canvasfactory.co.nz\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/2\/sidekix-media-KRjDLU5j1K8-unsplash-3-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"spring cushions\" class=\"wp-image-5171 lazyload\" width=\"521\" height=\"347\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.canvasfactory.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/2\/sidekix-media-KRjDLU5j1K8-unsplash-3-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.canvasfactory.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/2\/sidekix-media-KRjDLU5j1K8-unsplash-3-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.canvasfactory.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/2\/sidekix-media-KRjDLU5j1K8-unsplash-3-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.canvasfactory.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/2\/sidekix-media-KRjDLU5j1K8-unsplash-3-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.canvasfactory.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/sites\/2\/sidekix-media-KRjDLU5j1K8-unsplash-3.jpg 1200w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 521px) 100vw, 521px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 521px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 521\/347;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Alternatively, you can find various corners for most of your cushions. Add cushions on your armchairs, beds, couches, or even on your window seats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can use your own photography collection as an endless source of content for your personalised photo cushions. But when that collection runs dry, you can always look elsewhere. Luckily, we\u2019ve got <a href=\"https:\/\/www.canvasfactory.co.nz\/canvas-art\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">millions of designs<\/a> to choose from \u2013 so start browsing!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Personalised photo cushions are the ultimate low-cost home d\u00e9cor piece. You can never have too many cushions! They\u2019re affordable, easy to style, and simple to create. 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