Matching the Mismatched...

There is a movement in home decor. The days of buying matching bedroom sets, living room sets is over. Now, the eye for putting pieces together as though you've collected them over time is in. For some of us, this is the case. We've accumulated hand-me-downs since college and now in our house we have a mismatched collection of furniture. Do not fret, it is easy to make it work. 

Let's focus on nightstands. If you are like me, you have a collection of small tables floating around your house and hidden in storage. It is time to pull them out and make them work. There are many reasons why this is a great strategy:

1. It is a budget saver. It is typically must cheaper to pick up different tables at thrift stores or discount stores for a decent price.
2. Space availability on each side of the bed isn't always the same. By using two different tables you can choose tables that work.
3. You and your spouse share completely different design aesthetics (that's my situation). 
4. You may have a piece that you really love that, but there was only one of them (or you could only bring yourself to buy one due to the price). 
5. It adds character!

Here are some strategies to make this concept work in your space. Pick your favorite and give it a try. Remember, opposites attract.

Lastly, the easiest and cheapest way to make two pieces work together is to paint them the same color. It is easy, cheap, and works every time.

Happy decorating!