Cottage BLUE Colors in Your Home ~ Home Decorating Ideas!

[@nancymelis2824]

Considering the beautiful abundant color blue in nature, I believe blue could be God’s favorite color!

[@StoneCottageHome]

Great thought, Miss Nancy! Thanks for visiting today!

[@kathleenroberts7972]

No wonder blues and greens are the colors I choose! They are the most peaceful colors in nature. Timeless.

[@StoneCottageHome]

You got it, Miss Kathleen! Timeless and sure to work well together. Thanks for visiting today!

[@gasparddesmontagnes3156]

Hello Rachel your advices are really great! Thank you so much and cheers from Brittany.

[@StoneCottageHome]

You're so welcome!

[@julieanns.7134]

I'm a blue, white, and yellow person. When I purchased my home 13 years ago I made a beautiful quilt with green fabric to use in my bedroom. I wanted to break the blue cycle. I painted my bedroom walls and decorated around the colors on the quilt. It was a beautiful room. But, four years later, I was done. Back to blues. I love neutral walls and blue accents. It's my color, it what's makes me happy and comfortable and I'm sticking to it! Love your videos!!!❤❤❤

[@StoneCottageHome]

Hello Miss Julieann! Isn't it amazing how we can like, and even enjoy, other colors, but our core favorites just can't be beat?! Good for you giving another color a try, but returning to what you love. Thank you so much for sharing a part of your home making journey and for visiting today. Have a gorgeous weekend! 🌷

[@silvergirl7810]

Me too- blue, white and yellow are just timeless

[@kristinalowe9819]

Your videos are wonderful! I learn so much and appreciate your calm voice and room examples! I love the color red. Could you do a video with this color, please? Thank you! ❤

[@StoneCottageHome]

I'm so glad you're finding your visits to be helpful! I hadn't thought of making a video on the color red, but I'm totally open to suggestions!

[@trinitywright7122]

Wow. You are super smart lady and you put things so well. I really really like listening to you. Thank you. I love the blues. I've used a few in my house but now you got me thinking about it in my kitchen which I had thought about before. I also like rose a lot and maybe that goes with blue and I'm going to watch your video now on the sage green. Super!

[@StoneCottageHome]

We appreciate you stopping by!

[@dailybunnymemes2545]

Wow! Great Video!

[@StoneCottageHome]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@kippykate9905]

Thank you!! Blue and green are beautiful together.

[@StoneCottageHome]

You're welcome, and I think so, too!

[@lovefromrosecottage]

Your home is beautiful ❤

[@StoneCottageHome]

Thank you! We appreciate your visit!

[@lovefromrosecottage]

@@StoneCottageHome you're very welcome 😊

[@lindasmith5190]

Informative. Enjoyed.

[@romanticstyle583]

Blue is also timeless...which is my absolute favorite color. Blue and green are wonderful together.

[@StoneCottageHome]

Yes, blue is timeless & beautiful. Since green is one of my favorite colors, and blue is Matt's favorite, the combo works well in our home!

[@trinaroe5132]

One tip I would give once you have narrowed down your choices is to get a sample can of paint and some poster board. Paint a LARGE swatch of color leaving a bit of white around the edges so the current wall color doesn’t impact how the color “reads” then tack the swatch(es) up around the room where you plan to use it. I always write the brand/color/sheen on the top of the poster board especially if I’m trying multiples. The thing I’ve learned most from doing this is that the colors I like in the store on small samples are nearly always too saturated and vivid for the look I’m going for and I have to go back with that colors small sample and look for lighter more grayed tones even though I don’t want the paint to read muted and grayed on the wall. It’s just a fact once you’ve covered a large area with the color that the color will have a more saturated vivid look. Hope that helps your viewers.

[@StoneCottageHome]

Hello, Miss Trina! Fabulous tips! Color is tremendous fun ~ and can be terribly tricky... Painting large swatches will definitely give you a better idea of how that color will look as the light changes in that space throughout the day. I'm with you on steering away from the more saturated colors, and avoiding colors in the middle of the card. As color goes on the wall, the concentration of color will naturally cause it to be more saturated. Which means it is usually a good idea to step down the intensity when choosing colors. Thanks so much for sharing from your experience and for visiting today!

[@silvergirl7810]

I’m embarrassed to say this but I went through 13 gallons of paint to get the right buttercup yellow for my ‘main’ color in my house and looking back I wish I would have just asked someone like calico corners fabric store what color they had on their walls and approached it that way.

[@kayetb]

Thanks. Such helpful and interesting information! I hope a lot of young ladies just getting started in their own households are subscribing to your channel.

[@StoneCottageHome]

I'm glad you enjoyed your visit, Miss Kaye!

[@barbaracarlson1331]

Terrific video and ideas! I have begun using blue and white decor pieces. Sage green is my personal favorite color. I can add peachy tones and terra cotta tones. These are the colors I like.

[@StoneCottageHome]

Blue and white are a classic and timeless combo (and pair beautifully with sage green). I also love peach and coral! Thanks for stopping by, Miss Barbara!

[@djterry1218]

I am a green girl. Green is all around right now with the Spring growth. I call green God’s color. I am sure I can use the same information regardless of the color.

[@StoneCottageHome]

You're in great company! Green is one of may favorite colors & recently I made a video all about green paint and wallpaper inspiration! If you are interested here is the link to the green color video kzbin.info/www/bejne/eZ_HapqOrst9ppI. Thank you for visiting today!

[@traceygartrell3419]

Im pink girl and love your inspiration

[@StoneCottageHome]

Pink is a favorite of mine too! Would you be interested in a pink color video?

[@tessab.2065]

Great information, Rachel! I love blue and green together!

[@StoneCottageHome]

Glad you enjoyed your visit, and I agree!

[@annettetuttle921]

Thank you, Rachel, for featuring my favorite color - BLUE! My kitchens have been blue and white for the last 30+ years (white cabinets, blue walls, Delft blue accents). Currently, my bedroom is blue (Scandanavian blue), and two bathrooms are blue/white. Did I mention that blue is my favorite color? Even the shutters and doors on my light gray house are blue. I wear mostly blue clothes...and my eyes and the eyes of my husband and two sons are, you guessed it - blue (of varying shades). Thanks for explaining the various shades and the colors that are added to make them warm or cool. I look forward to every new video that you produce and find you to be such a lovely person. Blessings to you and Matt!

[@StoneCottageHome]

Oh, the concentration of blue in your home sounds classic, Miss Annette! I, too, have blue and white throughout my decor and am adding more. Thank you so much for sharing your love of color and home, these kinds of comments are always fun to read & encouraging! Thanks for dropping by today!

[@robindozier6529]

Great informative video. Blue is one of my favorites.

[@StoneCottageHome]

Thanks for watching, Miss Robin!

[@janetsides901]

I just found your channel and have been binge watching. I’ve learned so much. And want to say your home is beautiful.

[@StoneCottageHome]

Welcome to the Stone Cottage Home family, Miss Janet! We're glad you found us, and thank you!

[@Newyorkhoje]

Thank you. I really enjoyed it. You opened my vision to colors

[@StoneCottageHome]

I'm so glad!

[@conniegrimes8152]

Rachel, you are an amazing designer and teacher. Your research and presentation of the subject you are discussing is impeccable. I have learned so much; keep up the great work!

[@StoneCottageHome]

I'm so glad you are finding our videos helpful & inspiring, Miss Connie! And thank you for letting us know! It's always such an encouragement to know just how we are helping others cultivate the art of home for themselves! Happy homemaking!

[@dottieditto9064]

A delightful, professional lesson!

[@StoneCottageHome]

Glad you enjoyed it! We appreciate you stopping by!

[@sailorgirl2017]

What a fantastic and informative video. Can you look at greens/burgundy/roses?

[@StoneCottageHome]

Great suggestion! Thanks for the feedback!

[@samanthadurbin4783]

Thanks so much I really enjoyed the video God Bless

[@StoneCottageHome]

Glad you enjoyed it, Miss Samantha! Blessings to you too!

[@reneeblankenship7354]

Your videos are always so informative and relaxing.

[@StoneCottageHome]

Glad you like them & find them useful, Miss Renee!

[@onepartwild]

Thank you for this helpful video. Blues and greens are my favorite!

[@StoneCottageHome]

You are so welcome!

[@joettbinswanger7173]

Thank you for the beautiful pictures of blue rooms, and for all of the good information about the color blue. 💙

[@StoneCottageHome]

You're welcome, Miss Joett! Thank you for stopping by!

[@deniseborchardt4491]

I always enjoy your videos. I usually go back to watch them a second time to re-see all of the pretty things. Your voice is so calming yet educational. Blue is timeless and if I could only pick one favorite color, it has always been blue.

[@StoneCottageHome]

As you know, blue is tried and true, Miss Denise! I'm so glad to know you are finding our videos helpful and inspiring! It's always encouraging to know when our viewers share their takeaways. Thank you!

[@ilenephillips7640]

Blue and gray are my two favorite colors as you well know. And I just learned that I am a moody blue person. Even the color on the exterior trim and roof on my house are gray but your suggestion to paint my front door blue was awesome! I love the look and I also love the shutters you suggested around my bathroom window (which are gray of course!) Thanks so much for all your help!!!🥰

[@StoneCottageHome]

The colors you've chosen for your house are perfect! I'm glad you liked the door/shutter suggestions. Again, your choice of colors make the new changes look as if they've always been there!

[@robinp2169]

Great video. Great instructions for understanding blue! Your videos are always so beautiful and informative.

[@StoneCottageHome]

Thanks, Robin! I'm glad to know you've found the videos useful & enjoyable! Have a fabulous week!

[@GabrieleClare]

You really make me feel like I have a friend. Thank you x My home is predominantly Navy blue and soft/mauve pink theme, so I would love to see your next color exploration be pink, especially as it's a color that is quick to become tacky if not done right. xx

[@StoneCottageHome]

Good morning, Miss Gabriel! Navy and pink sounds feminine and classic. Yes, pink is the next color I was considering for a video. I love warm pinks/corals myself, and the British are experts with pink. Thanks for sharing and for dropping by! 🌷

[@sylvain123]

Blues and greens yes! I think I like the warmer cosy shades best. Was great to see the warmer blue shades against the warm wooden furniture in a picture you shared. I have a favourite painting print that I never considered to use for inspiration! Miranda the tempest by John William Waterhouse. A furniture maker friend made the large frame by hand. It's above my bed. I've always treasured it. Thanks so much for your expert advice. Learning from every video 😊

[@StoneCottageHome]

Blue & green together are restful and fresh! Your painting sounds beautiful. Thanks for sharing and for stopping by. Have a fabulous week!

[@jkalb1744]

Miss Rachel you are giving us our.very own classes in interior decorating!

[@jkalb1744]

I love purple and would really like to.decorate my bedroom I a vintage English cottage way using purple,sage, and white but I am not sure how.

[@StoneCottageHome]

Glad you are finding your visits helpful and inspiring!

[@cstar6682]

I'm trying to choose a blue to paint my dining room ceiling. I am leaning toward a blue-gray shade that is a medium tone. Fingers crossed.

[@StoneCottageHome]

That sounds lovely!

[@beeline22]

Hello Mrs. Rachel! This was a great lesson on my favorite color - blue! Thank you for sharing your creative ideas on how to choose the right color palette for your home. Blue and green are a perfect choice for your home. Looking forward to seeing your progress. ❤ Bobbie.

[@StoneCottageHome]

Thank you, Miss Bobbie! I'm glad you found the video useful and took the time to watch. We are making good progress on the living room (these projects always take longer than expected!), and look forward to sharing in the next few weeks. Have a blessed day! 🌷

[@sharenp3839]

I can’t wait to see your home and all the changes you and Matt are doing! I know it will be amazing as always ❤️

[@StoneCottageHome]

Good afternoon Miss Sharen! Thank you for taking a continued interest in our remodel project ~ these things always take longer then you think they will. Every week we get a little closer and I've found some wonderful treasures on Marketplace for the living room! I'm hoping to able to share the next phase in the living room makeover next month. Thanks for visiting to day and have a gorgeous weekend!

[@proverbskjv9237]

Your videos are absolutely delightful! I love your sweetness, your intelligence and great taste. Thank you so much for sharing with us, and please keep it up. You’ve been a blessing to me, and God bless you!

[@StoneCottageHome]

Oh, I'm so glad you are finding your visits to our channel helpful and inspiring! It's always a blessing to know how others are benefitting. Thank you for sharing and for stopping by! Blessings to you as well!

[@cinder8290]

I've never used blue or sage in decorating my home, but this was extremely interesting and informative. I used a light shade of turquoise for years and just recently we painted over all of it. We have very cold Winters here in Manitoba and I felt cold every time I looked at the walls. They are now a warm off white and a warm darker beige. I use pink and red with it in pillows and rugs.

[@StoneCottageHome]

Hello, Cinder! Your solution using warm colors in a cooler climate is perfect! I'm sure it feels much cozier with those warm based colors. Isn't color fun?!

[@afolsom685]

Hi Rachel. This was enjoyable. Even though I like lots of bright white with soft aqua and pale spring green. And some bits of a pinky coral. You always have lovely photo examples. Some of the bedrooms were fabulous. Beautiful things can be such a comfort. Don't you think?

[@joannanderson3076]

Wow Rachel!! You're amazing. What a great presentation of blues...I love your use of examples. Thank you for all you've taught us and for your hard work in bringing us all this information. Amen to what everyone else has commented. ❤

[@StoneCottageHome]

Thank you so much, Miss Joann! I'm always happy to know (and share with Matt) how our dear viewers are enjoying and benefiting from these videos. Thank you so much for sharing!

[@victoriahill7857]

These are my color choices. Thank you for sharing and inspiring. Take care 🙂.

[@StoneCottageHome]

You're welcome, Miss Victoria! I'm glad you found some useful tips!

[@terrizimmerman5297]

I’d enjoy seeing what’s done with oranges or yellows. Blue is one of our favorite colors. Back in the early 90’s we styled with country blues. Then in the first decade of 2000 we used dark denim blue and orange in our master bedroom. Currently we’re using peacock blue with chocolate brown in our bedroom. Thank you for the help.

[@StoneCottageHome]

Great ideas, Terri! I love the warm tones and they are often used in cottage styles as they are cozy. As you've discovered, blue and orange work well together ~ this is because they are directly opposite each other on the color wheel! Recently, I've been playing with a muted blue and faded red color scheme for our study, and I'm loving the inspo pictures I'm finding! We are also using blue and brown in our living room makeover... Blue is just so calming and versatile! Thank you for dropping by today!

[@StoneCottageHome]

Good morning, friends! I'm excited to share some tips for using the color blue in your home. I hope you pick up some helpful ideas!

[@patriciadragon6920]

Miss Rachel: Very thoughtful and enlightening video!My home is based on shades of three colors only (green, pink, yellow). This allows me to easily move, artwork, lamps, furniture, etc. from room to room when the mood strikes me. Picking/limiting colors for your home that work well with each other means the options are endless!

[@StoneCottageHome]

You've got it, Miss Patricia! A limited color palette is actually freeing! It gives you so many more options and versatility between rooms (as you've discovered)! Thanks for visiting and sharing!

[@Marsee800]

Such an excellent video Miss Rachel. Years ago I took a class in design, we were asked to gather decorating magazines and instinctively find pictures that we liked and tear them out. Once we had a number of them we were to then review them for color, design elements, texture, etcetera. By doing this we could start determining the things we liked and were drawn to for our own homes or helping others; this could be done in Pinterest also, like you mentioned in your video. Thank you for bringing such helpful information to us.

[@StoneCottageHome]

What a fun hands-on exercise, Marsee! You are right, this is exactly the same process as one can do on Pinterest. Thank you for stopping by today!

[@SuzanneBaruch]

Thank you for yet again such a wonderful video, Mrs. Rachel! I do have a "color video" request: I have always loved the tone of red called "Ashes of Roses," but other tones intrigue me also. My sister painted one of her bathrooms what I'd call "Ashes of Lilac" and it's absolutely stunning! In the Fall, I look forward to setting out items that are ash yellow. So although you've already mentioned tones in some of your videos, I'd love to see a video specifically dedicated to these romantic, nostalgic toned-down colors that were so very popular in the Victorian era, as they look fantastic in a cottage-style home.

[@StoneCottageHome]

Good afternoon, Miss Suzanne! Thank you for the color request, these colors sound pretty! We will put that in the idea hopper! Thanks for stopping by and have a gorgeous weekend. 🌷

[@Cinderella1125]

This video was so informative and interesting to watch. Your research and choosing inspiration photos was very helpful. I love blue and white together, along with greenery. I change the accent colors I use for each season. Thank you for sharing your expertise.

[@StoneCottageHome]

Hello and thanks for stopping by! Blue and white with green accents is a great classic combo! Thank you for stopping by. Have a lovely week! 🌷

[@kelly7390]

Hello Miss Rachel, this is your Olive Garden friend! I so enjoyed your video! Just this week I was deciding between blue or green for our front door and our kitchen. Your video helped and encouraged me. The desinction between cool and warm blues was particularly interesting to me. Thank you for creating such beautiful, classy, warm, and wonderful content!

[@StoneCottageHome]

Hello there, Miss Kelly! How very, very fun to see you pop up here and have a great memories and conversation that we now share! I'm so glad to know you found this video helpful, and timely. I hope all is going well with you. Have a fabulous weekend!

[@anneblenkhorn5258]

Great video once again! Thank you!

[@StoneCottageHome]

You're welcome, glad you enjoyed it, Miss Anne!

[@emiliagarcia6868]

Enjoyed today's video 😊❤ Love the blue and white Chinasoire 💙😊

[@StoneCottageHome]

Glad you enjoyed it! We appreciate you stopping by!

[@lorenapeters9149]

Wow Miss Rachel! Excellent video! I’m in the process of designing a new house, and your video came out just in time! Your information is very helpful for me. Thank you for sharing so many details that we should consider before “taking action “!! As always your videos are beautiful and remarkable. Love for you Miss Rachel and your husband Matt! 😊

[@StoneCottageHome]

Wonderful, Miss Lorena, I'm so glad the video was timely and helpful! Blessings to you from both of us. Happy decorating!

[@marlenestephenson1239]

Thank you I need to put my favorites together and see how they work. You always give so much information, that is so helpful. Have a blessed day.

[@StoneCottageHome]

Go for it, Miss Marlene! It's always fun to see what combinations pop up! Have a lovely weekend. 🌷

[@rosieHolliday5887]

This video is great! Thank you for sharing this. Such a wealth of information. I'm going for a total country cottage by the sea vibe this year. Living in the country by the sea has always been in my heart. So, as I live nowhere near the sea or the country, I thought I'd just go for the interior instead. I don't want nautical, I want more cottage. So this video is perfect xx

[@StoneCottageHome]

Wonderful, Miss Hannah, glad it was helpful! If you like the coastal cottage vibe (but not nautical) you might enjoy our video on learning the cottage styles ~ which includes inspo on the coastal cottage. Here is the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pma5fWCFZ55rZqc. I hope you enjoy & thanks for visiting today!

[@rosieHolliday5887]

@@StoneCottageHome Oh thank you so much. I shall watch this & you're very welcome xx

[@C.C_Creations]

a shade is a color with black added, a tone is a color with gray added and a color with white added to it is called a tint

[@StoneCottageHome]

Thank you!

[@sylviavandegrift1388]

My color is green as well sage green but I mix it with rose color pinks and sometimes raspberry I also have whites and some creams I use in decor. Thanks for sharing on the blues there some great ideas. 😊❤

[@StoneCottageHome]

Sounds like a lovely color palette, Miss Sylvia!

[@TheSwissChalet]

I love them all!!

[@StoneCottageHome]

Haha, I get it! Thanks for stopping by!

[@MYTRUE-2CENTS]

Lovely video with great visuals and tips to help make our homes a cherished and cozy place to be. Thank you!! You have such a sweet, comforting voice to listen to. Blessings and peace.

[@StoneCottageHome]

Good afternoon, Miss Cynthia! I'm so glad you found your visit today top be helpful! It is always so encouraging to us to know how are viewers are helped, thanks for sharing! Blessings to you as well!

[@chandrapate9602]

I have been trying to decide on what colors that I wanted for my living room. Right now it is gray and slightly darker gray with white trim. I like it, but before I changed it, it was a moody blue. I have thinking of going back I just love the colors. It makes me happy. I am glad you have been talking about the different shades of color. I think you have done a wonderful job at putting your videos together. Thank you Rachael.

[@StoneCottageHome]

Hello Miss Chandra! If you love blue and color, then go for it! I'm glad you found your visit to be helpful, it's always wonderful to hear how our viewers benefit from our videos. Thanks for sharing!

[@murielbaith5445]

The Kathy Kincaids you showed looked pink and white and green to me.

[@StoneCottageHome]

Good evening, Miss Muriel! Sharp eye! Yes, it there weren't as many blue bedroom examples as I had thought, though this is a trademark of her work overall. Thank you for stopping by!

[@jackieo8693]

gorgeous!

[@StoneCottageHome]

Thank you, Miss Jackie! We appreciate you stopping by!

[@dorisclemson8763]

Very informative explanation enjoyed this ❤

[@StoneCottageHome]

Glad it was helpful, Miss Doris. Thanks for stopping by! 🌷

[@susanmccoy1992]

I like all the colors! So my decorating style is eclectic! Plus I'm kind of forced into a green palate in the kitchen as the counters are a light/medium green! I do have pops of color though. I rent, so changing things isn't really allowed.

[@StoneCottageHome]

I love color too, Miss Susan! Sometimes it can be a challenge (for me) to narrow down all the lovely choices! Ever though our home color palette is blue, green ivory, and brown, we still have tiny accents of a faded Nantucket red showing up! Good for you making the best of renting and not being afraid of color!

[@smoothsailingmp]

Antique faded gold....flat paint

[@brigidadesserre8715]

I truly enjoyed this video! Just on time as I’m trying to decide what color blue to paint my living room to compliment my Ralph Lauren cream and blues rug and blue Chinese pottery. Blue is my favorite color! Thank you for a very informative video on the color blue!

[@StoneCottageHome]

Yay, I'm glad the video was timely and helpful Miss Brigid! How wonderful to have such lovely pieces to work from in creating a color palette for your room! Let me know how it goes!

[@dianearnold1604]

Started watching your videos and have gotten lots of ideas. Just finished doing my bedroom in English cottage theme . Actually found an old picture with girl and sheep . Now on to my bath , my bath is the older 70s blue which I think they called robin egg blue, want to add English cottage in there any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. The walls are a tan color, thanks

[@StoneCottageHome]

Good morning, Miss Diane! We're so glad to have you here! Your home sounds lovely and like you're making great progress! My first stop for inspiration is always Pinterest. I would search for English cottage bathrooms, then specifically blue cottage bathrooms. The blue sounds like a great color to work with, but I'm wondering about the tan... it is difficult to give advice on an unseen space, but I'd consider an ivory for starters. Hope that helps!

[@CarolynBaird-b8m]

Don’t really care about a timeless decision. I want my house to be colorful…like me!

[@smoothsailingmp]

Kind of the color of wheat heads or some grass heads...golden yellow but not yellow gold like corn

[@StoneCottageHome]

Great feedback, thanks!

[@zandra7966]

This video would have been much better if the pictures were full screen and you did voice over.

[@StoneCottageHome]

Thanks for the feedback - live and learn!