More is better.
That idea is shared by many window treatment specialists. More layers,
more fullness, more embellishments. Vignette displays at industry
events and discussions in on-line forums often focus on the details, the
extras, and the add-ons. Some of the most popular classes at
educational conferences cover how to include these in your designs. I
confess to attending and thoroughly enjoying Gillian Wendel's Inspired
Drapery Headings class this year. Here are some pictures from Gillian's
class. The extras in just these four examples include banding,
buttons, tassels, Chinese knots, jewels, smocking, beading, scallops,
and color blocking. Whew!
Although these
drapery headings are truly special and would be a focal point in any
design, I'd like to make the case for just panels. Here is an example
where the designer replaced ready made sheers with stationary pleated
panels in a colorful and lively Duralee print. The fabric is a
linen/rayon blend and is lined with a napped sateen. These panels are
perfect in the family room of a young, active family.
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Here is another
example where the designer added Hunter Douglas Nantucket shades for
privacy and light control. She chose a 100% dupioni silk for the lined
and interlined stationary panels. I love the elegance of the tone on
tone design scheme in this dining room.
Here
the designer chose a gorgeous, large scale Stroheim and Romann print.
The simplicity of the inverted pleat panels really allows the fabric to
shine in this living room.
Of course it's never wrong to add just a little
something extra, like the leading edge trim on these Euro pleat
panels. These blue panels frame a stunning lake view from this sitting
room.
While
I love embellishments as much as anyone, to paraphrase Joe Friday
sometimes the best solution is to have "just the panels, ma'am". If you are looking for a workroom that makes beautiful panels, elaborate valances, and anything in between, contact me at peggy@parkwaywindowworks.com
