When we think of farmhouse decor, we often think of wood, rustic elements, wool, and often muted color schemes.
Sometimes we tend to forget the freedom that farmhouse decor holds, and the joy that it can bring when a little color gets through the door.
Color can be frightening, especially when trying to match everything together.
Let me tell you, farmhouse decor is actually a lot more fun than you think, and the beauty of it lies in miscellaneous unique details. Take a look at these 14 colorful farmhouse decor ideas to get started!
1) A Gallery Wall
Credit: @theposhprof
Take advantage of a gallery wall to add color to your living space. Think about how different shapes and colored frames can be arranged.
You can do it this way…
There are a few ways to do this without damaging your walls. The first method is to plan your layout by placing the frames on the floor to visualize the arrangement.
Then, measure and mark your wall to ensure the frames are evenly spaced. Finally, use templates or painter’s tape to avoid making unnecessary holes in the wall.
Or that way!
Another method that helps put your ideas into action is by using Canva, and I have created a template you can use for your own plans.
Click “upload” to bring in the images of your choice from your device.
If you need more frames, simply use the “Duplicate” feature when you right-click the frame.
To change the picture in the frame, double-click it and press “back” on your touchpad.
In seconds, you will be able to see what fits next to which frame and arrange your wall to your liking. Here’s a little video to help you!
Art Gallery Arrangement Template
—>Link to the Free Template: Wall Gallery Arrangement
2) Hang a Colorful Farmhouse Bunting Banner
Credit: @cooneynest
This is a simple yet effective way to bring together different colored patterns and designs to brighten your bedroom or living room mantels.
If you have pieces of fabric lying around, you can actually make a unique one yourself by cutting them into smaller triangles and attaching them with a piece of thread or twirled fabric for extra boldness.
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3) Paint your walls in a striped pattern
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A soft touch you can draw inspiration from is, for instance, this charming pink and white striped wall. The dusty pink color blends beautifully with vintage and wooden furniture, adding up to the colorful farmhouse decor.
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4) Paint your kitchen chairs
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Whether you have used wooden chairs or bought a set of rustic ones at the flea market, you have the opportunity to give them a fresh look. A simple way to do that is by painting them in the color of your choice, preferably one that complements other decor pieces in the room. The green-painted chairs above blend seamlessly with the cabinet, the table runner, and the greenery of the floral designs, all while bringing color and life to the kitchen.
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5) Embellish with ribbons
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Think of a plain lamp, vase, or even candles you have laying around, and add a colored ribbon around them. In this case, a velvet blue ribbon has been tied around the top base of the white lamp. The longer the ribbon, the more impact it has, adding both color and charm to the room.
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6) Implement dramatic curtains
Credit: @thefrenchcountryfarmhouse
Sometimes, one statement piece can make all the difference. When picking your curtains, look for large, colorful patterns and aim for them to become a focal point. In this decor, the lovely large floral designs make up most of the fabric, drawing attention in.
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7) Colorful farmhouse decor details
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The little things matter too, and you will quickly realize how easy it becomes to add to the colorful theme when you bring them in. In this kitchen, a set of napkins, bowl containers, and utensil display—mixing a symphony of floral and plaid patterns—turned a plain counter into a lively corner where color is certainly not missing.
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8) A farmhouse plaided kitchen tablecloth
Credit: @ddcamp170
Your kitchen table can instantly regain life and farmhouse charm with a simple plaid tablecloth layout. Look at the table above—the pop of red from the plaid cloth, along with the flowers and other details, brings life and character to the kitchen.
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9) Display your vintage dishware on open shelves
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Your open shelves can be embellished by displaying your most colorful and unique dish sets on matching-colored napkins and doilies.
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10) Use small benches as pedestal displays
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A small bench with a vibrant design can be a great addition to colorful farmhouse decor. You could also paint the surface of the bench if you’d like and set it up with original decor, along with plants or vases of flowers. In this setup, the colors are easy to spot, with the dishware display on the side adding to the bench’s decor.
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11) Colorful farmhouse window skirts
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Brighten up the style of your kitchen windows using window skirts. It instantly adds to the rest of the farmhouse decor, and add the color needed charmingly.
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12) Arrange books with colorful covers on an open shelf
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Pick a set of books you already have and place them together on an open shelve. In this setup, the books were color coordinated, but you might as well mix them randomly for a more natural look.
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13) Pile your quilts on a rolling shelf cart
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Pick the corner of your choice, put up rolling shelf cart, and pile your colorful quilts onto it. This not only acts as storage but also serves as a fantastic colorful farmhouse decor display!
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14) Fresh Flowers
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Whether freshly picked or just bought from your go-to grocery store, flowers are always a staple in decorating and will never miss to brighten a room with vibrant colors. This idea can be customized based on the season; you just need to change the flowers while you get to keep your favorite quality vase in place.
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