A Bay Window Master Bedroom Makeover

When my client called to get started with an update for her master bedroom bay window treatments, she emphasized that she wanted a light, open, and airy look. She did not want to change her wall color or the shutters that were in the window. So we created this special combination of textured sheer and elegant linen blend for these full length draperies.

 The Bay window before we started. The swags and cascades came with the house and certainly were current 12 years ago.  But it was time for a change, do you not agree?

 After the installation. the simplicity of the treatment and the elegance of the linen fabric add a timeless elegance to this bay window.  She can redecorate many times over and these draperies will go with any number of color schemes and decorating themes. The rouching at the top added just the right light touch of testure. Best of all, this scarf of color could be changed later if she wants! Imagine chocolate brown, mineral blue, sage green-who knows what other combinations. How versatile!

While my client wanted to update the bedroom, she had to choose carefully.  Her king size bed and the big TV make her bedroom a favorite gathering spot for her grandchildren. So the bedding had to be practical. We paired a ready made, washable duvet  with custom shams and custom dust ruffle.  This was the perfect combination for the detail and personalization she sought with the practicality she needed for her family.

My new embroidery machine has given me the opportunity to personalize items for my clients. Do you like the layer of embroidery behind the lettering?  Monogramming is such a fun way to add detail. Have you seen the most recent Pottery Barn catalog? Monogramming is no longer just a southern trend.  Seems that the rest of the decorating world has discovered what we've known for a while.  There's nothing like the charm of embroidered linens.

Watch out-- I am just getting warmed up on the monograms. More to come!