Modern Throw Pillows

Looking for modern throw pillows to replace the ones you have or ideas for updating the ones you own? Today's modern colors and patterns are rich, bold, and beautiful. Or, if you're after something more unique, try one of the projects for making your own modern throw pillows. Modern throw pillows can be expensive but that doesn't have to stop you from adding new pillows to your collection. There's a LOT on this page, including plenty of ideas and inspiration. In fact, there's so much information, feel free to use these links to jump ahead to the sections that interest you.


Where To Get Today's Hottest Modern Throw Pillows

Make Your Own Modern Throw Pillows

Modern Throw Pillow Patterns Online

Beautiful Modern Fabrics Online

Modern Throw Pillow Makeover

Make a Throw Pillow out of a Favorite T-Shirt

How to Care for Your Throw Pillows

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Boutique online shops offering modern throw pillows aren't easily found. Chiasso has a great selection of high-end modern throw pillows in a wide selection of colors and designs including today's metallics. Home Decor at BurkeDecor carries modern throw pillows from designers like Bliss Studio and Porridge Home. No matter your preference - black and white for city chic or bold colors to match your own modern decor - these two boutiques have something for you. Here's a sampling of their modern throw pillows:

modern pillow - lines - $ 38.00
From: Chiasso

modern pillow - links - $ 38.00
From: Chiasso

bubble pillow - $ 48.00
From: Chiasso

bubble pillow - orange - $ 48.00
From: Chiasso

bubble pillow - khaki - $ 48.00
From: Chiasso

bubble pillow - yellow - $ 48.00
From: Chiasso

couture pillow - white - $ 48.00
From: Chiasso

couture pillow - yellow - $ 48.00
From: Chiasso

couture pillow - dark gray - $ 48.00
From: Chiasso

leaf pillow - meadow - $ 68.00
From: Chiasso

leaf pillow - foilage - $ 68.00
From: Chiasso

bella pillow - weave - $ 68.00
From: Chiasso

Honeydew Pillow by Porridge Home - $ 72.00
From: Burke Decor LLC

Buds 18" Pillow in Blue and Gold by Thomas Paul - $ 70.00
From: Burke Decor LLC

METALLIK 20x20 Gelley Print Pillow with Metallic Embroidery by Koko Company - $ 90.00
From: Burke Decor LLC

Goldfinch 18" Pillow in Corn by Thomas Paul - $ 70.00
From: Burke Decor LLC

Goldfinch 18" Pillow in Red by Thomas Paul - $ 70.00
From: Burke Decor LLC

Spiro 18" Pillow in Oranges by Thomas Paul - $ 70.00
From: Burke Decor LLC

Penny 18 Accent Pillow in Green by Denyse Schmidt - $ 64.00
From: Burke Decor LLC

Penny 18" Accent Pillow in Red by Denyse Schmidt - $ 64.00
From: Burke Decor LLC

Penny 18" Accent Pillow in Blue by Denyse Schmidt - $ 64.00
From: Burke Decor LLC

Summer is here in Arizona and even the pool is no longer refreshing but warm as bath water. Time for indoor activities during the day. There's nothing like tackling a few new pillow projects to keep me occupied. In fact, I'm planning a little party for myself. I've found some modern fabric and pillow forms online, picked my pattern, and ordered them all on Amazon with a request they ship together so when they arrive, I'll have a little pillow-project party in a box.

These are my favorites (I couldn't use them all, though - it was a tough choice but I ended up going with the first two):

Hey, that's a pillowcase! I thought we were talking about modern throw pillows? Read on...

This is a great tip for updating modern throw pillows you already have or for making new modern throw pillows on the cheap. All you need is a pair of great standard size pillowcases. If you already have a couple of throw pillows but don't like the style any more, tuck them into pillowcases and fold the pillow case ends in around the pillow like you would fold a sandwich bag. Pillowcases are generally 21" wide. If this is too wide for your pillows, buy pillow inserts online that are 18" or 20" squares.

This tip also works for temporary changes to your look for either a change in seasons or for special holidays. It's much easier to store some extra pillowcases than it is to store a bunch of extra throw pillows!

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Here's all you need - some great pillowcases and pillow inserts available on Amazon:

I happen to have a small sofa my husband and I share to watch TV. Each side reclines to the point of nearly laying flat out as if you were watching TV in bed. I have my side and he has his. Under no circumstances would we switch. I have to be on the left side. That way, I can prop my throw pillow in the sofa corner under my left arm. That's the only way I'm completely comfortable. It can't be under my right arm as that needs to be free for a magazine, a book, the remote or popcorn. And if the pillow isn't under my left arm, I feel is if I'm floating - untethered to the sofa. Yes, I know. It's strange. But I can't be the only one, right? I need my throw pillow!!

We use throw pillows for all kinds of things. To make ourselves comfortable on our furniture, to add a finished look to our room, to tie together the colors in our artwork and furniture....sometimes even for a fun, family pillow fight. In either case, throw pillows have been around for a very, long time. Modern throw pillows come in all shapes and sizes and make a statement all their own. They can be plush and soft or stiff and respectable. They can be bright and shiny and artistic enough to be framed or whimsical and entertaining focal pieces. I am sure, whether you are just starting out in your first dorm or apartment and lacking cash or if you have a beautiful home filled with contemporary art, you will find a modern throw pillow or a pillow idea that will work for you.

Other uses:

Patio chairs
Stacked in a corner for visual appeal
Foot rest
Quick holiday decor
Dress up your guest bedroom

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Is a throw pillow a modern throw pillow simply because it's being manufactured today? No. There are many throw pillow styles including Modern, Country and Victorian among others. Modern pillows are usually determined to be so based on their fabrics and patterns. Current designs in geometric prints, bright vibrant colors, bold circles are all modern pillow designs as are today's prints in metalics and modern Indian print fabrics. Modern pillow colors include traditional black and white prints done in new patterns, combinations of pink with brown or blue. Bright, off-kilter stripes and bold flowers in bright colors are also typical of modern throw pillows.

Rule #1 - Don't use your modern throw pillows for pillow fights

Rule #2 - Use a nice, soft, bed pillow

Rule #3 - Don't hit above the shoulders

Rule #4 - Always get in the first and last shots

Modern throw pillows come in all kinds of fabrics. Some have removable covers for easy cleaning. Some do not and may need to be sent to the dry cleaner on occasion. Check all labels.

To keep fresh in between washings, use a spray fabric deodorizer when necessary. Nothing makes fabric goods smell good like a day in the sun. Get a large mesh laundry bag, put your pillows inside, and hang the bag someplace safe outside for a few hours.

To store, stack pillows lightly in a laundry basket or on a closet shelf. If you have more pillows than needed at any one time, store them in plastic bins under beds where they're not likely to be squashed (or forgotten).

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