The Simplicity of Roman Shades

I just love the effect of roman shades.  There are two kinds of roman shades...one of which is shown here in our pictures today and commonly known as "flat" romans.  This means when they are down they are flat.  Then, there is another style which is called "folded" roman shades.  When these are down they still have folds all the way down.  For now we'll look at the most simple of the styles...flat roman shades.

A solid with a bold trim always makes a bold statement in a room.  

Or, if you prefer a patterned fabric this also looks nice with an outside border.

This simple window treatment also works well on doors.  Here it is shown in a lovely stripe which doesn't need to be outlined with a border.

A little wider stripe also looks nice and makes a bold statement.

Here is another, over the top design, using only solid fabric with a contrasting border..."Simply Irresistible", I do believe!

So what do you think about roman shades?  Do you like the simplicity of these?  They can be mounted either inside the window frame or on the outside edge of it...take a look back on these photos and you will see both.  Like or dislike?

Have a "Simply Irresistible" Day!

Photo Credits:  DecorPad, House Beautiful, Tobi Fairley,

Monday Market Madness

I know...this post is titled for MONDAY!  Have you ever marked something off the "to-do" list because you are getting ready to tackle it...only to be interrupted and never actually do it?  Well, that is apparently what happened yesterday!!  So, for today, here is yesterday's post!  Sorry 'bout that!! 


It's almost that time again...Furniture Market starts this Saturday and runs through most of the following week. While pouring through all the vendors showing there this market and making our list of the showrooms we need to visit (you know me - I always go prepared) ...I thought it would be fun to share with you just a few exciting products from some of these vendors.

A Phillip Mirrored Desk covered with beveled mirror that features nine drawers on glides for storage.

 

I am smitten over this Gold Leaf Greek Key Table with mirrored top.

What do you think about this Neptune Gold Leaf Side Table? 

I love this green silk Dupioni w/ Flowers...ooh-la-la!

What's not to love about this Gold Floral Antique Mirror Edger?  I think these add so much pizzazz to a round accent table.

A great little Sag Harbor Table in Pink which is a powder coated cocktail table or low side table - isn't is fun!  Also available in other colors but you know I'd choose PINK!

I want to see this settee that's shown here with this "Flock Together" fabric.  This is a wonderful upholstery line.

This luscious Double Gourd Brush-Stroke Lamp with hand-carved gilt base - Chinese Blue - is a great find that I want to see.  What great lamps for end tables these would make...or perhaps bedside table lamps.  

Bright, bold and beautiful...describes this Sarasa Rug which is only one of many from this vendor we'll visit.

Oh, and these chairs...Side Chairs in red w/ an upside down heart motif for your lower back...a great look for your dining room or with your breakfast table.

Well, that's our Monday Market Madness wrap-up for today.  Can you tell how exciting it is to see a taste of what we'll find at market this year?  It's always great to visit our current vendors and get a hands-on view of their new products, but also fun to visit new showrooms as well.  What would YOU like us to find at market for YOU?  Anything in particular you are looking for?

Have yourself a "Simply Irresistible" Day!

Ta-Ta!

Credits: World's Away, C.R. Laine, Beeline Home, Company C, Stanley

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Your Weekend!

Appreciating God's beautiful creation...

Enjoy your weekend!

Ta-Ta!

Photo Credits: Boone NC Magazine