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What is Primitive Home Decor
Primitive decor is styling your home in a way that reflects times gone by, particularly the early American era. It has its roots in folk art and country styling, with that rustic feel to it that you can’t help but love.
It’s the collection of beautiful vintage and antique pieces that appeals to so many, touring antique stores for the perfect find to add to your beautifully decorated primitive home.
Antique
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We’re obsessed with this side board and cabinet!
These two individual pieces of furniture pair so well together – just thinking about the history behind them, it’s so lovely that they have a new home to love them.
Country
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We mentioned earlier that country decor is almost certainly an element of primitive decor.
Primitive country style is definitely all about muted colors and natural tones – whether it’s a faded wooden sign or cozy plaid blankets.
Vintage
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This primitive living room blends neutral fabrics with rustic vintage furniture.
When incorporating primitive pieces into your home it’s best to stick to neutrals as this is more of a nod to the era; when certain colors may not have been available or commonly used. It also works as a great base to work off of – a blank canvas if you will.
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Living Room
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Use different types of wood in a primitive living room! Think wicker, unfinished wood, and varnished wood for more depth in the space.
Add in some carved wood or other wooden ornaments too.
DIY
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DIY can be so much fun! There are so many ways to DIY primitive decor – here’s one:
Find some worn plant pots, vintage mason jars, or rustic glass bottles and make beautiful vases for your flowers.
Entryway
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You can easily spot a primitive styled entryway but its pure simplicity – and this doesn’t mean that thought hasn’t gone into the decorating! It’s actually the opposite.
Carefully thought out and considered, to ensure that the space doesn’t look cluttered and instead has a minimalist rustic feel to it. What a wonderful way to greet your guests!
Fall Decor
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Who doesn’t love the autumn season? and what could be better than primitive fall decor?
Pale blues complimenting the natural fall colors are stunning in this primitive kitchen.
Mismatched
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Primitive means a mix and match of furnishings and furniture and that’s what makes it so unique and personal to you.
It also makes for a much more interesting home when each item tells a different story and had a completely different life before it arrived in your home.
Distressed
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Primitive decor means a piece of history within your home. So a distressed look is always welcome in a primitive home.
Naturally faded, chipped off paint and varnish only add to the charm of the item.
Signs
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If you have the space for a vintage sign in your home, then you’re about to get inspired by this one.
The way it is within the room, makes it look like it was made to hang there. Gorgeous!
Cupboards
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Primitive cupboards for your vintage crockery.
Feel the history behind each piece as you organize them in your vintage cabinet. We love the dark wood of this piece of furniture.
Eclectic
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Eclectic is one way to describe a primitive styled home. Lots of different pieces from lots of different places.
We truly think that this is one of the most interesting of decor styles – so many talking points, so much history.
Pantry
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Primitive pantry could be a whole room or a few simple distressed cupboards.
Primitive decor absolutely does not need to be cohesive but when it does it really shines. White distressed cupboards meets white distressed shelving – et voila!
Kitchen
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While certain modern appliances were definitely not around during the era that primitive decor gets its style from, it doesn’t mean that you can’t draw from it.
For example, using distressed looking or unvarnished wood to cover your extractor fan – such a genius idea!
Cozy
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We feel like we’ve gone back in time looking at this kitchen – so beautifully styled!
It just oozes coziness and feels so homely – like you’d feel right at home the minute you walked in.
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Kitchen Island
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What an amazing way to use an old apothecary cabinet! We love its new use as a kitchen island.
Imagine filling the drawers with different herbs and spices. It’s honestly one of the most magical primitive decor pieces we’ve come across.
Functional Decor
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We’re lovers of functional decor here at AL – we talk about it all the time!
Ceramic jugs, pots and wine bottles make great additions to your shelf space that not only serve a purpose but look pretty as decor too.
Modern
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Another angle from this gorgeous primitive kitchen space. Can primitive decor be modern?
The very fact that primitive decor appears in a modern home kinda speaks for itself but this gorgeous kitchen shows just how it can be done – combining modern day design and appliances with the old world in decor.
Stoneware
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Primitive stoneware should have a worn feel, that makes you feel like a part of history when you cook and use it.
There’s always space for one more gorgeous pot or pan that completes the decor in your kitchen.
Primitive Art
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Beautiful, ornate wood carvings from the past act as the perfect wall art.
Maybe, their original purpose was for something completely different but now it works as the perfect creative decor for your room. Another great example of primitive art is vintage signs – like we talked about earlier.
Farmhouse
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The ultimate combo – farmhouse decor and primitive style!
Pair these popular interior decor styles for a beautiful home that has a cozy, warm feel to it. There’s something about this kitchen-dining room that feels so peaceful.
Bedroom
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How gorgeous is this primitive bedroom decor? We’re obsessed with how stunning it looks.
From the artwork to the throw pillows – there are so many intricate details that make this room shine.
Easter Decor
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If you haven’t checked out our Primitive Easter Decor post yet, you’re missing out!
Primitive easter decor is so quaint and unique. We love the easter bunnies – like this one! So cute!
Living Room with Fireplace
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We love this beautiful, primitive living room with a fireplace! It’s super cozy and has so much character. The burgundy paint on the woodwork is stunning and only adds to the warm feel to the room.
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Hall
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This is a great example of how you could style your hallway with primitive decor in mind. Using a vintage cabinet or shelving arrange ceramic jugs and baskets to your liking.
It’s all in the details – the smaller pieces make a huge difference.
Weathered
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How amazing is this weathered apothecary cabinet? We love how beautifully it has been styled in the room.
It’s definitely still the main event but is complimented by ceramic plant pots and other ornaments.
Christmas Decor
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We are in love with this primitive Christmas decor!
So cozy and beautiful – this bedroom has been styled to perfection.
Authentic
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Authenticity is key when styling a primitive home. It should reflect your authentic style and blend with the vintage decor pieces too.
Maximalism
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We love a maximalist style technique and this primitive decor idea ticks all the boxes!
Layering of pieces creates depth and each item pairs beautifully with the other.
Front Door
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Welcome your guests into your home with a beautiful entryway!
We love how this set up is so simple but oozes primitive styling – wicker, dried flowers and distressed furnishings and trim.
Textiles
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When it comes to textiles within a primitive home – think patchwork quilts, plaid blankets and neutral linens.
Knick-Knack
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Ornaments, ornaments and more ornaments – fill your shelves with beautiful primitive finds, each with a unique story behind it.
Simple
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Simple decor pieces such as vintage framed embroidery look amazing when styled this way!
Fireplace
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We’re obsessed with the decor around this fireplace. From the wicker, forager baskets to the unique items on the mantel – this room is the perfect example of primitive home decor.
Traditional
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Rustic tables, weathered cabinetry = primitive decor that’s easily incorporated into your home.
Use of Pattern
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Use of pattern in a primitive home is key to exposing the space to a new dimension and depth. Whether it’s a plaid or tartan chair or a vintage patterned rug – it brings more character and individuality into your home.
Early-American
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This is one of our favorite primitive furniture pieces we’ve seen and we love how it’s been styled.
Chest
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We’re loving the primitive chests stacked as a table for the vintage lamp.
Bathroom
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Primitive bathrooms mean rustic wooden tables to hold your sink and soap and decorating minimally with fresh flowers and a twig wreath.
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