I was eager to put this room to bed and to stop my mom’s quiet but constant questioning as to what the hold up was. The good part is that she has been using the room and enjoying her new surroundings. There is no longer any eighties in sight! There's just a room that now fits her personality.
 |
| the former window treatment |
As you may remember, the fabric started the whole process. I was thrilled to get the generic valance and panels out and bring in this café curtain with inverted pleats. The height was important. Too low and it doesn’t afford enough privacy at night; too high and it closes the room up.
 |
| The black trim adds a nice detail. |
 |
| Isn't that pouf perfect? |
The family photos that made the cut (hers, not mine –they say the camera only adds ten pounds-really?!) line the wall with still enough room for more. The accessories were carefully chosen to blend in harmony with the color scheme. The shelves still have room for her to add accessories as time goes on- rooms should always be evolving. The room can still use some pillows and a throw but we have to wait until the dog outgrows his obsession with good taste. He literally drools over it!
Even the carpet’s smoky gray couldn’t be more perfect. It is a remnant find from my favorite carpet store. Remnants are the way to go for smaller rooms. They’re leftover pieces from bigger jobs so they’re often very affordable. I have been able to find remnants of expensive broadloom (wall-to-wall carpeting) that have worked perfectly for stair runners and area rugs at a steal.
Inspire yourself.
Dawn
No comments:
Post a Comment