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Romantic Bedroom Decorating
Decorating
your bedroom into a romantic haven is very easy and affordable. A
few simple changes will create a sense of quiet comfort to a
room that you'll love to come back to!

I
think we work hard and
deserve and little space of serene tranquility. Don’t you? Close the
door, leave the word outside and treat yourself. Of
course the first place to start is with your linens. No matter what
sheets you like, from non iron percale to pure linen, they should be
embroidered or trimmed with eyelet or a beautiful laced edging. Need
a little help on how to choose your sheets? See
our article for some helping
hints.
Have
a
combination of layers on the bed.
It is wonderful to be able to “shed a few petals” during the
night as you get warmer.
Many layers of light materials,
from cotton sheets to down comforters (or two very thin down
comforters with a cotton sheet in between) make a great combination.
If you decide to have an all white or ivory color theme in your
room, you might want to add some pastel colored accents such as
curtains, pillows, lampshades,
etc. The colors can be easily
chung for a summer and winter look.

If
you like to sew, you can create artful pillows with eyelet
trimming. You could place one,
two or even three rows of white or ivory eyelet on pastel sheets and
pillows, or vice versa. Just remember to keep continuity in the
color scheme of your room.
Do
not forget to pile pillows of different sizes and textures when you
bed is made. They could all blend with the color of your bedspread
or pick up on the color of your curtains, chairs, or rugs.
How
about a flowing, lacey, to-the-floor canopy bed cover? You can
always tie back the canopy with some lovely tassels during the day.
Comforters
are making a big comeback, and it’s easy to see why! They are
light, warm, and give a room a cozy touch. They are
traditionally
filled with goose down but
are now available with hypoallergenic synthetic fillings that are
just as comfortable. Paired with freshly laundered linens, they will
be ready to cuddle you for a well deserved rest. One word of advice:
Do lock your door; kids love to jump on them!
You
could make a beautiful bed cover out of eyelet material, and just
lay it flat over your solid colored sheets or comforter. If you need
to make it wider, just make sure the seams will be on the edges of
the bed. Some eyelet material can even be cut around the stitched
design and requires no sewing (my favorite!). You could also cut out
a runner for your dresser or night stand. Classic beauty is always
in details!
A
sweep of sheer mosquito netting above your bed is all you need to
give your room a
sunny, tropical getaway feeling. (I'll throw in the ocean as a
bonus!)
You
can easily give your headboard a personal touch. Sew a slipcover
(leaving a few inches of fabric on each side to form a flat flange
and to add buttonholes and buttons if you’d like) and cover
that fabric with lace or eyelet of your choice. You could then slip
this cover over an existing headboard or a cut out piece of plywood.
As
always, I would love to hear from you and share your decorating
ideas with everyone. Photos would be great too.
Martine.
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