Kitchen Curtains & Great Rugs

The kitchen window and my favorite red chairs received a makeover.

You can see the part of the valance that used to be on the window, below. The table is turned a different direction. The fabric that used to be on the chairs is a little more subdued.

I love the black and taupe fabric. You can't really see it, but this fabric has beautiful texture. The black is velvety and raised. I sewed the damask fabric to the top of a gorgeous silk that matches the wall color exactly.

CSN Rugs.com has a variety of rugs available. I'm thinking of this one,

but also like these-


Make sure you visit the link above. They have a large variety of styles.

Which one do you think I should get?

Blessings, Ele

Drapes and Spray Paint!

I knew what type of fabric I wanted to frame the window in the sitting room. I looked for drapes to purchase ready made off the shelf, or to order online/catalog. I wanted something with a little texture, and just the right color.

I couldn't find what I wanted, so it became necessary to special order the fabric. Really, I have a lot of patience, but when it comes to decorating, I don't. I WANT IT DONE NOW! A few weeks after ordering the fabric arrived and I was thrilled!

It was an easy peasey sewing project with straight seams all the way. I double folded the side and bottom seams to hide all the raw edges.

I let the hem puddle on the floor, (which is great because precise measuring is not needed).

Even though some may think this room is a little fussy looking, it is calm and relaxing to me. My pink girl and I hang out in here snuggled on the couch, with book in hand.

I bought rods that were stark white. The white was a little too drastic for this room, so out came the can of spray paint.

Heirloom White by American Accents is a great color. The paint doesn't dry as fast as I like, so I had to be patient. When using spray paint, spray thin coats of paint and repeat the layers.

While I had the spray paint out, I changed the color of the four rose pots. For those of you who are actually reading, you can see my next project through the window-the sunroom. It's not quite finished yet. Soon. I. Hope.

I LOVE this paint color. Look at how the color blends with with the white roses, but doesn't match exactly, (which I like).

While we are in the formal dining room, I thought I'd show you the display on the mirror cabinet. A new mercury glass apothecary jar joins the candle holders. Not complete yet, as I need to buy more candles!

Come back on Saturday and I'll show you the new drapes in the kitchen dining room, (black and taupe with damask trim).

My pictures are actually enlarging, so CLICK away!

Blessings to all of you!

Ele

It's About Time

Great packaging, wonderful ephemera, numbers, and cream colored buttons and lace came in my swap package from jessicarodarte.blogspot.com. Here are some of the items:

Oh, what a wonderful time I will have making items with these treasures!

(I just couldn't resist!)

Blessings,

Ele

Arm Chairs in Neutral Textures

French Chairs+Velvety Fabric in Beige+Textured Trims in Various Shades of Neutral=

Three layers of trims; vintage ecru lace, silky tan trim, and tea stained burlap cording. The trims add to the chair's French look.

CRAFT TIP: Save the fabric you take off the chair to use for a pattern. Cut out fabric and secure over foam seat with staple gun. Pleat (fold), and ease fabric around chair form. Staple the bottom two laters of trim on the front of the chair. GLUE top layer of trip on top of other trims. This will hide staples. Use E6000, or glue 9000 and be careful not to get glue on fabric. Really, it's easy!

These chairs will go into the newly redecorated sitting room.


Blessings,

Ele