Easy Ideas on How to Add Blue Cozy Cottage Decor to Your Home

Blue cozy cottage decor ideas that will have your home feeling cozier and more colorful in no time with textiles, home accents, and furniture.

Since I began the journey of Eleanor Rose Home and sharing our home with the world, I’ve leaned into a neutral color palette.

And while I do love my white and cream colors, I think part of that was trying to fit in.

If everyone else in the home decor world was sharing their home filled with neutral colors than I thought that’s probably what I should be doing too.

But here’s the thing you learn with age and having a blog for almost 5 years…you start to find your OWN voice.

You begin to trust your own taste.

And you start to remember the things you loved before the internet told you what your home should look like.

Lately, that thing has been the color blue.

I’ve actually always loved blue.

I hung blue floral wallpaper in our bedroom and blue grasscloth wallpaper in one of our bathrooms gosh, probably close to 10 years ago.

Big commitments I know, but both of those “blue” rooms still make me happy today.

Over the past few months I’ve been finding myself saving every blue and white room I scroll past, and slowly bringing little touches of blue back into our home.

And every time I do, something feels right in a way that a beige throw pillow never quite did.

So in this post, I’m sharing simple ideas on how to add blue accents to your home.

I have a feeling I’m not the only one who got lost in the sea of neutrals and wondering if it’s time to bring some color back.

Whether you’ve been eyeing a blue throw pillow or you’re ready to hang the wallpaper, there’s a place for blue in every cozy cottage home.

Including yours.

50 Shades of Blue: Finding the Right Hue for You

Before we dive into decorating with blue, it’s important to first understand which shades of blue you love, the colors that go well with blue, and how to mix blue patterns.

Start by thinking about the last time a color stopped you in your tracks.

Maybe it was a photo you saved on Pinterest, a room you walked into and immediately felt at home, or even something as simple as a dish at a flea market.

That instinct, trust it.

It’s telling you something.

Now if you’re not sure where to start, try this.

Pull up your saved photos (Pinterest boards, Instagram saves, screenshots on your phone) and look for patterns.

Chances are you’ve already been gravitating toward a particular shade of blue without even realizing it.

Heidi’s Favorite Cottage Blue Pantone Colors

If you’ve ever fallen in love with a color online only to bring something home and it looks completely different, the Pantone numbers below are your secret weapon.

You can screenshot the shade that speaks to you and use it as your reference point for everything from pillow shopping to paint matching.

Colors That Play Well With Blue

One of the reasons blue is such a great color for cozy cottage decorating is how well it gets along with just about everything.

So if your home currently has a neutral color scheme or full of other colors entirely, I have good news for you!

Blue will fit right in.

You really don’t have to overhaul a thing in your home to start bringing it in.

Pattern Mixing with Blue

If there’s one thing cottage style does better than almost any other decorating style, it’s pattern mixing.

Blue is the perfect color to do it with, because it acts as the common thread that ties everything together even when the patterns themselves are different.

The secret to mixing patterns without it feeling chaotic is simple, vary the scale.

A large bold pattern paired with a smaller one, layered with a stripe or solid, creates that collected, cozy look that makes a cottage home feel warm and personal.

It looks intentional without looking overdone.

Easy Ways to Add Blue Cozy Cottage Decor to Your Home

Adding blue to your home decor doesn’t have to feel overwhelming or expensive, and that’s exactly what I love about it.

Here are some simple, low commitment ways to start weaving it in, one cozy corner at a time.

source: pinterest

Start the No Commitment Way With Textiles

Dip your toe into blue cottage decor the easy way with throw pillows and blankets.

Seriously.

You’ll be shocked at how a couple of blue pillows on a white sofa can completely transform a room.

Here’s a trick that makes a big difference…don’t just grab one shade of blue.

Mix them!

A soft cool blue pillow next to a deeper French blue one, layered with a navy stripe will give you depth, dimension, and that collected-over-time look that feels cozy and personal.

A few ideas to try:

• Throw Pillows: Don’t match them perfectly, let them play off each other.
• Blankets & Quilts: Drape over the arm of a chair or on the back of a couch.
• Curtains: A great way to introduce a blue hue to a room and pattern too.
• Tablecloths & Table Runners: For the kitchen or dining room table.
• Cloth Napkins: An affordable way to bring color to your table. Think blue gingham, a classic blue floral, or a simple solid.
• Dish Towels: Hung from your oven handle or folded next to the sink, it’s a small touch that makes a big impact in a cottage kitchen.
• Bedding: A quilt, duvet, or even a couple of blue euro shams can transform the feel of a bedroom.
• Area Rugs: Anchors a room and pulls everything together.

Bring Blue In Through Home Accents and Accessories

Once you’ve got some blue textiles in the mix, the next step is layering in accents and accessories.

This is where things get really fun!

Think about moments of color throughout your home, the things that catch your eye when you walk into a room.

Those are prime spots for a pop of blue.

Some of my favorite ways to add blue accents:

• Pottery & Ceramic Vases
• Blue Transferware or Vintage Dishes
• Candles & Candleholders
• Vintage Books With Blue Spines
• Landscape or Floral Artwork
• Lamps & Lampshades

Consider a Blue Piece of Furniture

This is a bigger commitment than a pillow, but still a lot less scary than painting a room.

A single blue furniture piece can become the anchor of a whole cozy cottage look, and there are so many beautiful, budget-friendly options out there.

An accent chair is probably the easiest place to start.

A soft French blue or powder blue upholstered chair brings personality to a living room or bedroom without overwhelming the space.

Even a blue gingham bench at the end of the bed, or a painted blue side table, can make a big impact.

Blue furniture ideas to think about:

• An accent chair in a soft blue can be a great addition to a cozy cottage home.
• Slipcovered sofa or loveseat in a blue linen or cotton.
• Painted side table or end table…you can DIY this yourself!
• A blue upholstered bench or footstool.

*If you make a purchase using one of these links, I may receive a small commission. This does not add any cost to you, but helps me to continue to create & share meaningful content. Thank you for supporting my small business!

High Commitment Ways to Add Blue to Your Cottage Decor

If you’ve been falling back in love with blue through pillows and accessories and you’re starting to think, maybe I’m ready for something more…

Wallpaper and paint are the next step.

These are bigger commitments, but they also make the biggest impact.

source: pinterest

Wallpaper

Wallpaper is having a major moment, and honestly it’s one of the most charming things you can do in a cottage style home.

A blue floral, a classic toile, a pretty gingham, or a block print gives a room that layered, collected feeling that takes years to build any other way.

Ideas to get you thinking:

• An accent wall behind a bed or sofa.
• A powder room or small bathroom. Small spaces are perfect for going bold because the commitment feels more manageable.
• The back panel of a bookcase or built-in for an unexpected pop of color and pattern.
• Wallpaper in a mudroom or entryway gives a charming first impression.

Paint

Paint is another great option, and the possibilities go so far beyond just painting a wall.

• Accent Wall: In a living room, bedroom, or dining room.
• Kitchen Cabinets: Upper cabinets, lower cabinets, or even just the island for a little something unexpected.
• Furniture: Side tables, benches, dressers, coffee tables, or chairs are an affordable way to get the look without starting from scratch.
• Front Door: Add curb appeal with a cottage blue front door.

You Don’t Need to Do “Blue” All at Once

Here’s the thing about adding blue cozy cottage decor to your home, you don’t have to do it all at once.

The most beautiful spaces are built slowly, one piece at a time.

Start with one blue pillow, a small ceramic vase, or a blue striped tea towel in the kitchen.

See how it makes you feel.

Then add another piece, and another.

Before you know it, your home will have this collected feeling that looks effortless, even though each piece was carefully chosen.

I want to know if you’re already decorating with blue, or is this a new adventure for you?

Leave a comment below and tell me your favorite shades of blue!

Shop My Favorite Products

Shop my favorite home decor & lifestyle products, my LTK sources, and my Amazon Storefront. 

By making a purchase with one of my affiliate links, I earn a small commission which helps me continue to create meaningful content for you! 

I look forward to sharing more of my home with you and inspiring you to enjoy simple cozy living!

Follow me on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, and LIKEtoKNOW.it.

xoxo, Heidi