Different drapery designs for your home! Part 2!

Let's face it, today's magazines are not really inspiring creativity in the window covering world!  Panels are panels and they look great hanging from rings on a rod.  But, maybe you want something different...something that reflects your personality!  Here are a few more ideas from my Drapery Design Inspiration e-book!

This first design is for arched windows or wide windows. Many times when you have a wide window,

you have a vast empty space between the panels.  I like the idea of adding a pelmet in the center to break up the look of a long empty rod.

This design is a takeoff of a balloon valance with multiple ties and varying angles.  You really need a thin flowing material to pull this look off. 

Here are two asymmetrical cornices.  This design is great when you don't have enough space next to the window because of the placement of an over sized piece of  furniture or a fireplace.  The diamond in the middle is an accent piece and the medallions act like jewelry to add visual interest and beauty to the cornice.

These cornices have rings attached at the bottom where the panels are attached.  This adds a bit of airiness to the overall look of the french doors.  This is a stationary, decorative design.

Another favorite of mine is this beautiful cornice with contrasting fabric and medallion accents.  The jabots on the sides and down the middle add balance and a framing affect which lends to a more sophisticated design.

This style is fabulous for long windows!  The top pieces have an opening for the rod and are flat.  Rings are attached to the top pieces while the pleated panels hook onto the rings.

This unique valance uses three complimentary fabrics and is layered.  The "ties" are attached to the top of the valance mounting board and have drapery rings on the ends to weight them down.

Exciting Windows by Stacey Hudson has many more original ideas to share with you if you desire something unique and different!   Give me a call today at 512-299-4052!

Contemporary Design

Contemporary design in window coverings means clean lines and simple design.  It doesn't have to be boring though! Check out this reading nook.

We picked a contemporary palette of gray, yellow and cream.  The roman shades and the cushion are clean lined and the circle pillows add a bit of whimsy and interest.

Here is another contemporary home with similar colors and a fabulous wide striped wall treatment.

This next picture is a contemporary kitchen with beautifully striped roman shades.

A fabulous way to add color and height to any tall room is with the use of color blocking.  YES you can have pattern but you can keep it simple by using just a touch of pattern and keeping the room calm with coordinating solid fabrics.

If you need assistance in bringing your contemporary home together and making it feel cozy and welcoming, give Exciting Windows by Stacey Hudson a call today!  512-299-4052.