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Silk Panels

Beautiful silk panels with covered button accents.  The fabric was simply scrumptious and it added just the right touch to finish off the room.

Pink and Polka Dots

The French doors to this little girl's bedroom are lightly covered with sheer white dotted Swiss fabric. This creates a semi-private feel.  The girls are only 2 and 3 years old.  So parents peeking in once in a while is expected.   This room had two windows that balloon shades on a tension rod were installed.  Some sheer dotted Swiss panels were added to again create privacy for the girls.     The tie backs on the french doors were one of the stripes from the fabric turned and fastened in place. Over each bed a flowered corona was placed and sheer dotted Swiss panels and valance were hung.  Each girl sleeps in a big girl bed and feels like a princess.  The chandelier is pink and clear crystals.  Adorable!

Roll Top Heading

Here is a terrific looking heading for a stationary panel.  Creates a column look between windows or just one panel flanking each side of the window.  Eye catching and dramatic.   

A precious sewing room find

Look what I found on my sewing table in my home based workroom.  I just have to stop sewing and play with my darling new grandson.  He won't be little for ever.  So in an attempt to enjoy life's little pleasures, I had some Grandma time!  Our days get busy, and we keep a full schedule, but life is short, so enjoy these precious moments.

Every toy needs a toy bag

For Christmas my wonderful family bought me an Pad. I love things in place. My inspiration for this new iPad case came from an Orange Leaf (frozen yogurt) take home bag. Brought the yogurt home, took the bag to the workroom and inspiration.  Here it is.  Grommets and monogram.

Lots of Windows--Lots of Grommets

This bedroom was painted a bright aqua and had lots of windows. Actually one of the windows was a set of french doors which led to a balcony. There was lots to cover and a need to close the draperies often so the "teenager" could sleep in if she so desired. My challenge was to create something that was fresh, contemporary and very functional. So knowing how well grommets travel back and forth on a metal rod, I started there. Unable to find any matching fabric to coordinate with the Pottery Barn bedding that had be selected, we chose white duck fabric, lined it with blockout lining and trimmed it with bright aqua pom pom fringe. The rods were mounted in the corners of the bay and floor length draperies were added. The view was spectacular. Unfortunately my photo showing the draperies all closed is dark. Guess why? The lining was doing its job. She was very happy with the treatments.

Roman Shade

This is a simple roman shade with blockout lining on the back. It will not let any light penetrate. It was for a bedroom and sleeping during the day was a part of the request. "Can it be dark enough in here to sleep during the day?" questioned the homeowner. To that I replied, "Yes, it can be dark enough to sleep during the day!" When the shade is in its most upright position, it is all tucked behind the valance at the top. Then there is plenty of sunshine. Responding to the homeowners special concern is what "custom window treatments" are all about. I enjoy knowing my client is happy and has exactly what they requested.