Decorative Retro
Posted in Uncategorized on 08/02/2011 11:28 am by adminDecorative Retro
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Retro Kitchen Decorating Ideas
While there are many styles of kitchen décor, one of the most popular kitchen decorating ideas today is to decorate with the a retro style.
If you are going for a great mid century retro style like that of the 1960's or 70's, you want to stick with colors from that era like mod blues, oranges and browns. When you decide on your color palette, pick up some paint cards with your colors on them and carry them with you when you are shopping for furniture and accessories so that you will know everything will be a perfect match.
In the kitchen, you want to add vintage knick nacks, vintage dish towels and even vintage tables and chairs to really get a retro look. Luckily, you can still find items from this era at a reasonable price and, if you don't want to buy vintage stuff, there are a lot of new items being made in the retro style.
While kitchen decorating ideas often focus on the accessories, the flooring, windows and walls are also important to the design. For your windows, you might try using some vintage curtains right from the era you are decorating for. For wall décor, you can add atomic clocks and vintage artwork or try putting in some shelves and display a collection of retro items like salt and pepper shakers or maybe even old radios or cookie jars.
Lighting is an additional critical factor in any interior design. kitchens are better off with overhead lighting as well as task lighting. Look for lighting that is vintage with a funky look or in vintage styles and colors to compliment the retro kitchen look. Don't forget that you do a lot of work in the kitchen for preparing meals, so you want your lighting to be practical as well as decorative.
While you might not think about it much, flooring plays a critical role in your room style so adding area rugs to your retro home decorating theme kitchen can make the room look fantastic. What you should consider for your fun and funky look is shag or retro style rugs in retro colors - aqua, avacado, orange, brown etc.
The decorative accessories give your room an an interesting ambiance so think about enhancing your kitchen with things like a mod donut phone from the '70's, mid century kitchenware in those great colors, Dansk wooden accents, and op art pieces.
These kitchen decorating ideas can help you get a retro look in your kitchen and make it the coolest room in the house!
For more great kitchen decorating ideas, please visit http://www.kitchendecoratingideasguide.com where you can get tips on decorating your kitchen in a variety of different styles.
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Retro Animated and Lighted Decorative Camera with Christmas Carolers $77.99 From the Retro - Lighted Musicals CollectionItem #36435Flashback to times past with this fun and nostalgic decorative cameraVintage camera lights up and plays various Christmas tunes when on/off knob is turnedQuaint Christmas scene inside the camera is animated and 3-dimensionalScenes can be seen from both sides when looking into the cameraSnow is accented with iridescent glitterDimensions: 5.125"H x 5.25"W 7.875"DMaterial(s): resin/acrylicRequires (3) "AAA" batteries - not included Type: Decorations Color: Black |
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R.E.T.R.O. $13.49 R.E.T.R.O. |
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Retro $8.99 Retro |
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18 Colorful Retro Flower Patterned Decorative Throw Pillow $49.99 Decorative Throw PillowItem #70603Features a white background with a colorful retro patterned floral design Dimensions: 18"H x 18"WMaterial(s): cotton/acrylic Type: Home Accents |
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18 Colorful Retro Flower and Bird Decorative Throw Pillow $49.99 Decorative Throw PillowItem #70602Features a white background accented with colorful retro flowers and birdsDimensions: 18"H x 18"WMaterial(s): cotton/acrylic Type: Home Accents |
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18 Colorful Retro Paisley and Flower Decorative Throw Pillow $49.99 Decorative Throw PillowItem #70604Features a white background with a colorful retro paisley and flower designDimensions: 18"H x 18"WMaterial(s): polyester/cotton Type: Home Accents |
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Retro Animated Decorative Christmas Village Music Box $32.99 From the Retro - Lighted Musicals CollectionItem #36438Flashback to times past with this fun and nostalgic animated music box!Vintage-style box has a quaint 3-dimensional village scene inside, accented with glitterFestive locomotive train rotates around the town Christmas treeWinds up to play the tune "We Wish You A Merry Christmas"On the top of the box, there is a vintage picture of little girl carolers and reads "Best Wishes for Christmas"Box opens and close with hinges on back Dimensions: 3.5"H x 4"W x 4"DMaterial(s): resin/plastic Type: Decorations Color: Brown |
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Set of 3 Retro Country Chic Kitchen Decorative Coffee Pots 8.75 $73.99 Set of 3 Retro Coffee PotsItem #14014-3Coffee pots with decorative finish are accented with retro food label advertisements For decorative use only - not food safePots read:"4 OUNCES SUNDAY DINNER BRAND FINEST ORANGE PEKOE TEA""COUNTRY CLUB BRAND A REFRESHING DRINK SWEET CIDER made from the juice of ripe apples""Pickle Patch 1 Quart THE PICK OF THE PATCH KOSHER STYLE DILL PICKLES"Dimensions of each pot:Pickle: 6.25"H x 4.75"W x 3.75"DTea: 8"H x 5"W x 4"DCider: 8.75"H x 6.25"W x 4.25"DMaterial(s): steel/enamel Type: Home Accents |
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8 Retro Musical Decorative Spaceship with Christmas Snowman Robot $39.99 From the Retro - Lighted Musicals CollectionItem #36267Flashback to times past with this fun and nostalgic decorative spaceshipVintage UFO-style ship has a festive snowman robot insideWinds up and plays the tune "We Wish You A Merry Christmas"Dimensions: 7.875"H x 6.25"W x 6.25"DMaterial(s): resin/acrylic Type: Decorations Color: Silver |
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8 Retro Musical Decorative Telephone with Festive Christmas Elves $39.99 From the Retro - Lighted Musicals CollectionItem #36744Flashback to times past with this fun and nostalgic decorative telephoneVintage phone has three festive Christmas elves perched upon the receiverPhone winds up to play the tune "We Wish You A Merry Christmas"While music plays receiver lifts up and downDimensions: 7.5"H x 8"W x 4.25"DMaterial(s): polyresin/man-made materialsComes gift boxed Type: Decorations Color: Black |
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17 Bold Retro Steel Blue Decorative Garden Watering Can $64.99 Decorative Blue Watering CanItem #44083Bold sprinkling can features colorful green handles on the top and backRecommended for decorative purposes onlyDimensions: 8"H x 17"W x 12"DMaterial(s): galvanized steel Type: Home Accents |
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21 Bold Retro Orange Decorative Garden Watering Can $76.99 Decorative Orange Watering CanItem #44087Bold sprinkling can with large hot fuchsia pink handleRecommended for decorative purposes onlyDimensions: 13"H x 21"W x 8"DMaterial(s): galvanized iron Type: Home Accents |
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23 Bold Retro Hot Fuschia Pink Decorative Garden Watering Can $78.99 Decorative Pink Watering CanItem #44081Bold sprinkling can features colorful orange handles on the top and backRecommended for decorative purposes onlyDimensions: 15"H x 23.25"W x 9"DMaterial(s): galvanized iron Type: Home Accents |
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23 Eco-Friendly Virgin Recycled Decorative Retro Cobblestone Throw Pillow $44.99 Retro Cobblestone Throw PillowItem #442037This pillow features a retro cobblestone pattern in browns, blues and creamsRecommended for indoor use onlySewn seam closure Design is on one side only - reverse is solidMade in the U.S.A.Dimensions: 23"H x 23"W x 5"DMaterial(s): Shell: cotton blendFiber: 100% virgin recycled polyesterCare instructions: spot clean or hand wash with mild detergentAir dry onlyNote - special shipping time: Please allow an extra 5 business days onto our standard delivery time for this item Express orders will still be shipped express but will still take some extra time Type: Home Accents |
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18.5 Eco-Friendly Virgin Recycled Decorative Retro Cobblestone Throw Pillow $34.99 Retro Cobblestone Throw PillowItem #441818This pillow features a retro cobblestone design in browns, blues and creamsRecommended for indoor use onlySewn seam closure Design is on one side only - reverse is solidMade in the U.S.A.Dimensions: 18.5"H x 18.5"W x 5"DMaterial(s): Shell: cotton blendFiber: 100% virgin recycled polyesterCare instructions: spot clean or hand wash with mild detergentAir dry onlyNote - special shipping time: Please allow an extra 5 business days onto our standard delivery time for this item Express orders will still be shipped express but will still take some extra time Type: Home Accents |
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36 Retro-Style Convex Starburst Decorative Round Wall Mirror $189.99 Decorative Starburst Wall MirrorItem #12226Retro-style starburst mirror features a convex radial design in a brown, orange and gold finishDimensions: 36" diameterMaterial(s): glass/wrought iron Type: Wall Mirrors |
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18 Retro Circles Brown and Aqua Blue Decorative Down Throw Pillow $64.99 From the Fashionista Collection by Candice OlsonItem #P0180-1818DThe Fashionista Collection reflects the current trends in fashion with scintillating textures and a sophisticated color paletteColor: chocolate brown and light aqua blueSquare pillow accented with a retro circular patternDimensions: 18 inches wide x 18 inches longMaterial(s): cotton/down filler Type: Bedding Pillows |
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22 Retro Circles Brown and Aqua Blue Decorative Throw Pillow $64.99 From the Fashionista Collection by Candice OlsonItem #P0180-2222PThe Fashionista Collection reflects the current trends in fashion with scintillating textures and a sophisticated color paletteColor: chocolate brown and light aqua blueSquare pillow accented with a retro circular patternDimensions: 22 inches wide x 22 inches longMaterial(s): cotton/polyester filler Type: Bedding Pillows |
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20 Retro Circles Brown and Aqua Blue Decorative Rectangular Throw Pillow $54.99 From the Fashionista Collection by Candice OlsonItem #P0180-1320PThe Fashionista Collection reflects the current trends in fashion with scintillating textures and a sophisticated color paletteColor: chocolate brown and light aqua blueRectangular pillow accented with a retro circular patternDimensions: 13 inches high x 20 inches longMaterial(s): cotton/polyester filler Type: Bedding Pillows |
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22 Cheerful Abstract Retro Fruit White and Yellow Decorative Throw Pillow $74.99 From the Fashionista Collection by Candice OlsonItem #P0198-2222PThe Fashionista Collection reflects the current trends in fashion with scintillating textures and a sophisticated color paletteColor: white, lime green, orange, chocolate, yellow, and light greenPillow features a multi-colored abstract retro fruit patternDimensions: 22 inches wide x 22 inches longMaterial(s): cotton/polyester filler Type: Bedding Pillows |
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18 Retro Circles Brown and Aqua Blue Decorative Throw Pillow $54.99 From the Fashionista Collection by Candice OlsonItem #P0180-1818PThe Fashionista Collection reflects the current trends in fashion with scintillating textures and a sophisticated color paletteColor: chocolate brown and light aqua blueSquare pillow accented with a retro circular patternDimensions: 18 inches wide x 18 inches longMaterial(s): cotton/polyester filler Type: Bedding Pillows |
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18 Cheerful Abstract Retro Fruit White and Yellow Decorative Throw Pillow $59.99 From the Fashionista Collection by Candice OlsonItem #P0198-1818PThe Fashionista Collection reflects the current trends in fashion with scintillating textures and a sophisticated color paletteColor: white, lime green, orange, chocolate, yellow, and light greenPillow features a multi-colored abstract retro fruit patternDimensions: 18 inches wide x 18 inches longMaterial(s): cotton/polyester filler Type: Bedding Pillows |
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22 Retro Circles Brown and Aqua Blue Decorative Down Throw Pillow $89.99 From the Fashionista Collection by Candice OlsonItem #P0180-2222DThe Fashionista Collection reflects the current trends in fashion with scintillating textures and a sophisticated color paletteColor: chocolate brown and light aqua blueSquare pillow accented with a retro circular patternDimensions: 22 inches wide x 22 inches longMaterial(s): cotton/down filler Type: Bedding Pillows |
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1950 Retro Glass Vase $126.74 This 1950 Retro vase features hand-formed and hand-painted construction. This decorative multicolor vase has a colorful, eye-catching swirl pattern and is the perfect finishing touch for any room.Color: MulticolorMaterials: GlassPattern: SwirlDecorative/functional: DecorativeHolds water: YesDimensions: 8.6 inches high x 8.75 inches in diameter |
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Decor Retro Rectangle Rack $475 Fresh, stylish, and decorative, this retro rectangle rack makes a wonderful addition to your kitchen. Finished in stainless steel, the rack includes twelve hooks, two �S� hooks, two 6� pieces of chain, and two ceiling screw hooks. It mounts on 16� centers. |
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64 Retro French Door Style Decorative Wall Panel $144.99 Decorative Wall PanelItem #11820Vintage style french door designScroll detail with center medallionAngle brace accentsBrown and copper finishCan hang vertically or horizontallyDimensions: 14"L x 64"HMaterial(s): Wood/Iron Type: Home Accents |
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Retro Animated Decorative Vintage Red Trunk Christmas Music Box $54.99 From the Retro - Lighted Musicals CollectionItem #36437Bright red trunk features a World War II era theme with a rotating locomotive trainWinds up to play the tune "We Wish You A Merry Christmas"Top of the box reads "Greetings" with a white silhouette of a Victorian horse carriageBox opens and closes with hinges on the backDimensions: 3.5"H x 6.125"W x 4.125"DMaterial(s): resin/wood/metal Type: Decorations Color: Red |
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Retro Animated Decorative Vintage Record Player Christmas Music Box $69.99 From the Retro - Lighted Musicals CollectionItem #36436Bright red vintage-style record player has animated ice-skaters that rotate around a Christmas treeSnow is accented with iridescent glitterFeatures an on/off knob and plays 8 various Christmas songsBox opens and closes with hinges on backDimensions: 3.5"H x 7"W x 7"DMaterial(s): resin/plasticRequires (3) "AAA" batteries - not included Type: Decorations Color: Red |
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Set of 4 Vivid Bright and Colorful Retro Decorative Storage Cans $227.99 Set of 4 Colorful Decorative Storage CansItem #44095-4Fun and festive storage cans come in bright shades of pink, blue, orange and greenCans are watertight, have sturdy handles for easy lifting, and come in graduating sizesApproximate dimensions: 12-16.5"H x 10.25-14"DMaterial(s): galvanized iron Type: Storage Accessories Color: Multi-Color |
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Set of 3 Colorful Retro Decorative Party Beverage Tubs $190.99 Set of 3 Colorful Decorative Beverage TubsItem #44091-3Beverage tubs come in pink, blue and orange, and are water tight, with sturdy handles for easy liftingDimensions of each tub:Pink and blue tubs: 10.25"H x 18.5"H x 15"DOrange tub: 10.25"H x 14"W x 11.25"DMaterial(s): galvanized iron Type: Chillers and Coolers |
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Retro Paper $13.2 Our decorative computer and writing paper is a big hit with customers of all ages. Children love to use this paper to write special stories and classroom letters. Teachers find it helps them put a memorable touch on letters home. And everyone loves it for creating customized awards special correspondence recognition certificates invitations notices of special events scrapbooking...and so much more. Each package includes 30 sheets of high-quality acid-free paper measuring 8.5'' x 11''. We offer numerous colorful designs. Be sure to see our coordinating file folders and library pockets too. |
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Retro Silver Camper Feeder $17.95 Decorative and Functional! The Retro Camper Feeder is a distinctive and unique way to add personality to any home, patio or garden. Features: Dimensions: 9"L x 5"H x 4.5"W Silver camper with wheel detail Delight fellow campers by hanging from your camper Makes a wonderful gift Low Price Guarantee! |
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Retro Silver Camper Birdhouse $17.95 Decorative and Functional! This sleek retro camper birdhouse is reminiscent of an old Airstreams trailer. Heavy-duty resin material painted a glossy silver 1" square opening for birds' entrance and exit Ready to hang with rustic-looking rope attachment Rubber stopper on bottom to aid in clean-up. Features: Dimensions: 9"L x 5"H x 4.5"W Silver camper with wheel detail Delight fellow campers by hanging from your camper Low Price Guarantee! |
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Retro. $24.99 H. Armstrong Roberts Retro. - Photographic Print |
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Buddha Retro Framed Tile by CafePress $15 Set off our decorative ceramic tile in its own stylish stained wooden frame -- the perfect way to complete a decorative gift or keepsake. Rounded edges and quality construction make this Framed Tile the ultimate wall accent. Frame measures 6qu Retro Framed Tile Set off our decorative ceramic tile in its own stylish stained wooden frame -- the perfect way to complete a decorative gift or keepsake. Rounded edges and quality construction make this Framed Tile the ultimate wall accent. Frame measures 6qu |