Thrifty Thursday

We all believe in the wedding tradition... something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue. In these times of economic cut backs, recycle, reuse and sustainability, good design and creativity don't have to take a hit! Aren't we all making attempts to green our lives... at least a little?...These days it's about being creative and working with what you have. I'm a fabric collector and have been for years. I have upholstery weight and drapery pieces that are beautiful. I even have locally made fabric I collected on a trip to Africa 20 years ago this May. Occasionally I drape a table or buffet with them. Now is the perfect opportunity to take this much loved fabric collection and see what I can come up with. I'm headed to a few thrift shops to see what's available for repurposing... recycling and reusing....I hope to report back later today, if not ....tomorrow.

Romantic Inspiration

image: Country Living

I've loved these chairs from the moment I turned the page in a past Country Living issue more than a year ago. The soft blue fabric is somewhat loose, a bit shabby chic. The trim is a wonderful complement to the chair style as well as the soft blue fabric. This room is definitely romantic.
I'm not sure that's how I'd characterize my style but I can imagine these chairs somewhere in my life. I like traditional but with an updated look. That's what the designs of Michael S. Smith remind me of. I'm posting this shot because It appeals to the romantic in me and... that's inspiring.

Woven Shades

Add a bit of sustainability to your decor this year. I love the look and texture of woven shades made of reeds, grasses, and bamboo. These materials are easy to live with in any environment. They warm up a contemporary space and add texture to a traditional space. Red River Interiors is a distributor of a line of beautiful woven shades from The Woven Company. We'd love to share these design with you. Email us and ask how you can add them to your window treatment design.

How about a woven shade over the door window?



Black woven shades add a bit of privacy during the day as well as drama
at night...love it.



Don't hesitate to use woven shades in a contemporary space.
They add warmth and texture and can be softened with side panels.


Woven Shades from The Woven Company
Add texture in this romantic bedroom.

It's A Party

Today is the 100th post ...... time to CELEBRATE!!

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