Creating a Coastal Haven With Custom Pillow Designs

 

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The Coastal aesthetic is one of the most popular and classic interior design styles. And for good reason! Coastal-style homes are truly iconic and will forever be in style. For generations, coastal decor has helped to create a tranquil oasis that feels like a deep breath of fresh ocean air. This is the essence that founder and lead designer Courtney Krug brings to each throw pillow. Inspired by her West Coast travels and coastal lifestyle, each print brings a chic yet effortless coastal vibe. Plus, with our commitment to sustainable and eco-friendly production, you can feel better about your decor. Let’s dive into our favorite tips and tricks for creating the ultimate coastal haven!

Why You Should Incorporate Coastal Throw Pillows Into Your Home Decor

Coastal throw pillows are an effortless way to turn your home into a peaceful, beachy retreat, no matter where you live. These pillows are thoughtfully designed and intended to add a touch of escapism to your space. Sink into our soft Belgian linen, and you'll feel as if you are standing on the shore. Landlocked customers coast to coast rave about how these pillows bring them peace and relaxation.

Our coastal home pillows are ever versatile and fit seamlessly across interior styles. Whether your space is modern, minimalist, cozy, or cottage-inspired, these pillows  blend perfectly with your decor. Their neutral colors and nature-inspired patterns make creating a harmonious, relaxing vibe in any room easy.

 

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How To Choose The Perfect Coastal Throw Pillows for Your Home

We get it: shopping for pillows that evoke a sense of calm and relaxation without sacrificing character can feel daunting. There are endless possibilities. Here’s a quick rundown of what we recommend looking for when shopping for coastal throw pillows for your home:

Color Palette:

We recommend choosing soothing colors such as deep blues, earthy greens, sandy beiges, and crisp whites to capture the coastal aesthetic. Courtney’s coastal travels inspire our collections. Each print colorway is reflective of the beach’s natural color palette. We also design each pillow to mix and match easily, allowing you to curate a truly one-of-a-kind statement.

Patterns and Prints:

Second, we suggest selecting patterns that resonate with your style and the overall decor of your space. From subtle motifs to bold graphic prints, our coastal collection pillows are inspired by the road less traveled. Courtney’s handcrafted prints embody the free-spirited, intentional, and natural feelings from time spent in nature. Each print is designed to flow through the seasons rather than be dictated by fleeting trends. We consciously design each print and color palette to appeal to both minimalists and maximalists alike. 

Are you unsure which prints are right for you? Order swatches to preview the fabric, print, and color.

Material:

When it comes to the fabric of your pillows, we always recommend that you prioritize high-quality, sustainable materials to ensure they are not only beautiful but also durable and eco-friendly. Every yard of fabric printed for At300Nelson is naturally woven and made of a certified linen and cotton blend. The natural oyster background color provides a neutral backdrop that allows the texture to sing and the prints to pop. And, because they are made of linen, our pillows get even better with age.

Size and Shape:

Lastly, consider the size and shape of the pillows in relation to your furniture and existing decor. Mix and match different sizes for a curated look to add depth and interest to your decor. Don’t forget that we offer custom sizes! Simply contact us to get started on your custom order.

 

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Courtney’s Tips for Styling Coastal Throw Pillows

Incorporating coastal throw pillows into your home decor can be a delightful and creative process. We tapped our founder and lead designer, Courtney Krug, to share some of her best tips to help you style them like a pro:

Layering:

Layer different sizes and shapes of pillows to create a cozy and inviting look. Start with larger pillows at the back and layer smaller ones in front. Be sure to mix up the sizes and shapes for more visual interest. 

Mix and Match:

Feel free to mix and match patterns and textures! Combine solid-colored pillows with patterned ones to add visual interest and depth to your space. Each At300Nelson print and colorway is designed to complement other prints, making mixing and matching easy, no solids necessary. We also make sure each print is color-matched to Pantone hues to ensure consistency from year to year and pillow to pillow. Small details like this make mixing and matching easier like a pro!

Focus on Key Areas:

Use coastal throw pillows to highlight critical areas in your home, such as the living room sofa, bedroom bed, or a cozy reading nook. This helps create focal points that draw attention and enhance the coastal vibe.

Balance:

Maintain a balance between bold and subtle elements. If you have a vibrant, patterned pillow, pair it with more neutral or solid-colored ones to avoid overwhelming the space. Contact us for styling recommendations.If you prefer only to use printed pillows, mix up the scale of the prints so that the look feels more curated.

 

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All About Our Coastal Throw Pillow Materials and Fabrics

We pride ourselves on our holistic approach to quality over quantity. Using high-quality, sustainable materials for all our pillow designs is the beginning of our intentional approach. Every decision, from design to production, is deliberate.

Our coastal collection pillows are no exception—each pillow is crafted with Belgian linen, known for its durability, softness, and eco-friendly properties. We chose this fabric to honor the country’s farming heritage and for its eco-friendly properties. For example, minimal irrigation is required to grow the flax, and every part of the plant is used. The fabric is gorgeous! The intrinsic texture and an oyster backdrop add a touch of elegance to your home that’s both luxurious and sustainable.

Our pillows feature custom coastal-inspired prints, each meticulously printed close to home in North Carolina in order to maintain the highest standards of craftsmanship. We use Oeko Tex-compliant water-based inks and a low VOC process that minimizes water usage and waste, better for people and planet.

Lastly, each design is inspired by Courtney’s ocean-side adventures and meant to evoke the serene beauty of coastal landscapes. Each pillow is a piece of art that brings nature's tranquility into your home.

 

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Eco-Friendly Production: Supporting Sustainable Living

A major part of our mission is a wholehearted commitment to sustainable, transparent, and eco-friendly production processes. This priority is at the core of everything we do, from our table linens and pillows to our carbon-neutral shipping. We’ve considered every step of the process, from printing to sewing to shipping.

We accomplish this by using environmentally responsible methods to produce each pillow, ensuring that each piece enhances your home decor and supports a healthier planet. With everything we do, we seek to create textiles that celebrate nature while maintaining a minimal footprint. Here are a few highlights:


  • We print the fabric once your order is placed, which enables us to eliminate the storage and disposal of unused inventory.
  • Our dyes are third-party certified and free of metals or Prop 65 chemicals, producing a result that is better for you and the environment. 
  • Each At300Nelson piece is handcrafted and made to order in collaboration with local woodworkers, sewers, and upholsterers. 
  • We also exclusively source the best materials, including certified linen and cotton blend fabric from Belgium, premium metal zippers, maple, birch, and other seasonal wood species.

We could go on and on! From reduced water usage to our commitment to a living wage for our production partners, we’ve crafted a production process that sets us apart. By choosing our coastal throw pillows, you're making a conscious decision to embrace sustainable design while creating a beautiful coastal haven in your home. Learn even more about our sustainability practices here.

Transforming your home into a coastal retreat is easy with At300Nelson's custom pillow designs. Our coastal throw pillows, with their soothing color palettes, travel-inspired prints, and luxurious yet sustainable materials, bring the tranquility of the ocean into your home. By choosing these pillows, you're enhancing your home decor and supporting sustainable living. Explore our coastal collection today and create your serene seaside haven!