Window Treatments, Curtains, and Drapes…oh my!

 

Call them what you will, in my humble opinion, they make a room.  Of course, what else would you expect me to say since custom window treatments are such a pivotal part of the Perfect Home story.  When I first opened the store eight years ago, I never dreamed fabricating window coverings would evolve into what it is today.  I started slowly and outsourced my fabrics.  Little by little, and with wonderful word of mouth referrals , that part of my  business grew.  My lucky day came when I met the talented and fabulous Sonia and as the story goes, we’ve  been together ever since.  I may be full of  ideas and can mix fabrics like a master chef mixes ingredients, but I can’t sew a stitch!  I can show you beautiful photos for designs that I think will work for your room, just don’t ask me to install a rod!

 

I thought I would share a few of the myriad  of photos I have collected over the years.  Imagine as you peruse these pics what the rooms would be without curtains of any kind.  Cold, barren,  just plain boring?   You decide.

 

Love a printed linen on black iron rods mixed with bamboo shades.

 

Perfect solution with a window seat.  This setting would not have such pizzazz without this interesting fabric.

 

 

Rich saffron silk flowing like a ballgown.  One of my favorite looks.  We have both dupioni silk and faux silk available in endless colors. VERY well priced, too!   Simple panels like these are the easiest to fabricate and the most dramatic in a room.

 

Simple… tailored … elegant.  What’s not to love!

 

Mixing panels with roman shades.  So chic.

Sheer linen in a sunroom…perfect!

 

Loving linens right now.

 

I have always been crazy for this look, yet never made it for anyone.  Who wants to be first???

 

Let’s end with a little drama. Not for everyone, but you have to admit it’s beautiful.

I focused on panels in this post since that seems to be what we are doing the most of at this time.  Surprisingly affordable and elegant.  Call or email me if you are interested in a window consultation and I will be happy to help.  Next time…roman shades!

Reesa

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Our Chairs are wearing Party Dresses!!!

  

I don’t know what happened, but one morning I came in to work and all my chairs were wearing PARTY DRESSES!  Could it be the influence of all those prom dresses I have tucked away in the storage room  until January when  “Perfect Prom” opens again…..      

   Maybe… or could it be…..    They just got tired of wearing the same old thing…… possibly?   or it could be that  Eldon, my wonderful upholstery man,  along with his talented wife, have been working their magic! 

 

   

Under this sassy scalloped skirt lies a dramatic black and white zebra seat cover.

 

OK, just as cute without it’s sassy skirt!

 

 

How about a nice box pleated skirt with it’s toes peeking out.

 

 

Or this little number I found in a magazine that we can certainly copy.  Looks like it’s made from a white pique material.  Crisp and cool to dress up a bedroom.

 

 

Not technically a slip cover , but a recovered chair that has the look. 

LOVE the little linen covered ottoman with tiny white pleated ruffle!

 

More of the traditional slipped look with a deep ruffle.  Just the thing to update a club chair.

Even works for a wing chair or sofa.  You know you have a tired old wing chair just waiting for new duds!

 

I LOVE these sassy little dining chairs with their fancy ties and ruffly skirts.

(photo via COTE DE TEXAS blog)

And last, another scalloped skirt with tied on arms and back… gotta love it!!

I think this is such a great look!  We don’t see it as much in this area, but it is really popular in other parts of  the country.  Very fresh when mixed with a natural sea grass rug and lots of textured neutral colors with weathered finish furniture.  I’ll do a later post showing you some great possibilities.

I have the best upholstery man who’s wife does my slipcovers in cream or white cotton duck at a very reasonable price.  Of course, they can be done in any of my fabrics, but in the duck they are washable.  When they get soiled all you do is wash them in cold water, toss them in the dryer on air setting and when they are still a little damp, just put them back on your furniture.  That easy!

If done in a colored fabric, or with lots of detailing it is best to have them drycleaned.  Still a great way to change the look of your furniture or especially seat covers without breaking the bank.

 

If you like the look and are interested, just give me a call or stop by Perfect Home to see  what we have.

I’ll share a few more photos soon showing how to work this look.

Reesa

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The Latest from Americasmart

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Well, I’m just back from the Atlanta mini-market…no, not for a Big Gulp and a bag of Cheetos… this is the much smaller fall market held in September, not a convenience  store.   I am so lucky to be close enough to Atlanta that I can go to all the markets. even the smaller ones.  Far less crowded and more manageable.  I sometimes do my best buying at these markets.  Not as much energy is spent dodging oblivious people with rolling bags or waiting for elevators. 

 

 

I really focused on gifts this market.  Holiday gift giving season is almost upon us!  I tried  to find fun gifts with a little pizzazz.  Something unique and affordable.  I think I succeeded.  I took a few pics when no one was looking  to give you a sneak peek!

 

 

Here is just a tease of what’s to come.  Perfect for that teacher’s or hostess gift…or a little something to fill a stocking.    

 

  

This is such a great, but crazy. time at Perfect Home.  Huge shipments coming in .  Bubble wrap and styro peanuts flying.  Me pulling my hair our while trying to decide where to put everything!   Ahhhhh…Bliss!

 

 

I really hope you will stop by for a visit soon.  Lots “in store” literally… and more goodies to come!

 

Reesa

For the Ballerina in all of us…

This post has absolutely nothing to do with homes, “Perfect "or otherwise, or with interior design.  I was awake really early this morning and started drifting through the land of blogs, instead of the land of nod.  Somehow I found a really beautiful blog called Paris Atelier.  You can visit http://parisatelier.blogspot.com/ and see for yourself. 

How delicious.  Doesn’t this make you dream of being a ballerina one day.  Do you think it’s too late for me?  Joanne Collier School of Dance, can I re-enroll after 40+ years?  Who else remembers the famous Joanne?

Considering my history of running off the stage after losing my little feathered hat during  the  recital, I don’t think there is much hope.  I was only four, by the way!

This is a wonderful shop in Paris called Repetto selling all things dance.  Look at those stacks of ballet slippers!

http://www.repetto.com/  This is their site, definitely worth a visit.   It is delightful!

 

Dreamy, just dreamy!

 

This tutu is waiting for me to take center stage…I can hear it calling my name!

 

Just so pretty, I had to share these photos.   Here’s to the prima ballerina in us all!

 

Reesa

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Time to “Nest” at Perfect Home

We’re just  a couple of days into fall and I’m beginning to feel that stirring somewhere deep inside… does anyone else have it, or is it just me?  You know the feeling…. summer is over, winter is approaching … and it’s time to “nest”. 

It’s nesting season at Perfect Home.  We’ve been unpacking boxes, up to our ears in bubble wrap and those pesky white peanuts, and almost have the store ready for fall.  I thought I would share a few photos of some of our new offerings.

Great   classic lamps of rich wood and silverleaf.  Love the new round mirror, too.

Loving this area… lots of black and white, which I am predicting is going to be the next big thing.  (More to follow on that in a later post.)  Remember, you heard it hear first.

Just came in today.  Elegant (faux) crystal candlesticks perfect with…

this crystal lamp.  Can’t you just see this in a bedroom with all the soft blues and silvers.

A sneak peek at some of our new jewelry.

Lots more to come for gift giving season.

Another classy pair of lamps.  These are faux marble, look like the real thing, HEAVY (really!) and only $98 each!  Now where else but Perfect Home are you going to find that look at this price!

Loving this mirror , too.

 

Lots of colorful glazed pottery pieces just arrived yesterday.  Not shown are a glazed aqua blue and a fresh celery green… so pretty!!!

You just have to see these lamps in person.  So unique and the console table is really nice for a  foyer or as a sofa table.

Hope you like the preview of all my new goodies.  Lots more to see that I haven’t photographed yet.  If you have any questions call or email me.  You can also click on the comments link under this blog posting and give me feedback.  I would love to know what you all think.   Stop by Perfect Home soon and see what’s new… who know, that “PERFECT” piece may just be waiting for you!

Reesa

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