I recently bought one from Garnet Hill, but it doesn't have a scalloped edge. Cuddledown also may have some, but I think you are correct about those at The Company Store-they look very nice.

Les beat me to it--I've been buying the JC Penney matelasse bedding for years, it is very decent quality for the price. The Loire is 100% cotton, the Jaden is a blend and a bit cheaper.

You might want to get a king coverlet because there is always some shrinkage. But I can definitely recommend JC Penney's product.

Ann

Look at this quilt from Overstock. I recently bought the king white and it's great and more like a matelasse than a quilt, very soft and thin. The pattern is beautiful and I highly recommend it for the price too- but I paid 61 w/free shipping!

The king comes with two standard shams, btw.

Here is a link that might be useful: quilt

I recently searched for matelasse, though I was looking for one without scallops. Linen Source has quite a few, though I can't vouch for their quality.

It will probably be hard to find one as large as The Company Store, though. They are the only place I've been able to find that oversizes to the extent they do. I've ordered things from them before because of that. I hope someone posts a suggestion for a place that does the same.

I recently purchased Restoration Hardware's diamond matelasse quilt and shams. Gorgeous - and on sale!

Here is a link that might be useful: Restoration Hardware Diamond Matelasse

Thanks for all the suggestions. I really like the ones from J.C.Penney, and the one from O*stock.

If you have a Tuesday Morning near you, you should check them out. They have several styles by Peacock Alley for under $100.

bumblebeez, do you have a king size bed or did you just order the O*stock matelasse larger than you needed so that it would hang over plenty? Also, do you like the quality of it?

soooomanyboys, I've looked at Tuesday morning, and so far nothing. It would be great to find a Peacock Alley one, though.

les917, I didn't mention in the original post, but my husband and I are separate but living in the same house for now :( so I will using the coverlet every day. So I'm looking for something of good quality that will last, plus I'm wanting to "pretty up" my room. You know how guest rooms can be; you just throw any old thing in there that you don't use.

Tammy, I have a king bed so ordered the king. But it's not super wide and if I had a queen or full bed I would order the king. The quality is excellent and it looks much more expensive than it is. But, as I said, it is a quilt. Thin, flat and soft, but still a quilt if that makes a difference.

I have it folded on the end of the bed laying on a matelasse.
And they blend well.
I'm so sorry about your situation. I hope things get better for you.

Thanks, bumblebeez!

Tammy, I am sorry to hear about your situation. I hope that it works out in whatever way is best for you, and let's you live the life that fulfills YOUR dreams.

There are many couples out there living in your situation, many that are already divorced and sharing space, in many cases because they can't afford to live separately, or can't afford to sell their homes in this market.

So no matter what happens later, this is your now situation - make the best of your space. Treat yourself to a pretty room that gives you a sense of self, of sanctuary, and of joy. It doesn't mean spending a lot, but rather the fun of the hunt for things re-invented that you already have, or garage sales and resale shops that yield inexpensive art to re-frame, or a bookcase to paint, or some pretty candlesticks. Look at things you own with new eyes - perhaps a platter or pretty plate you could hang on the wall, decorative pillows that could move to your bed, s lamp that needs to find a home in your room.

((((Tammy))))

You say matelasse and I think-- beautiful! I love les's advice of making this room really wonderful, and it sounds like you are on the right path!

I hope it all resolves itself soon. I know how stressful those kinds of problems can be.

Thanks so much, Les and Anele!

And, Les, you're so right; I think a lot of people are in this same situation because of the economy. Things seem amicable enough for now, and it's nice that I can retreat to my own room.

Y'all will not believe this; I *finally* decided on a Grand Supima one on LinenSource, and it's backordered until toward the end of August! Just my luck! If I don't find something I like sooner, I guess I'll have to wait.

I'm thinking of adding some kind of tranquil blue in there also, maybe in paint or accents. My whole house is still in that red/gold/green phase and I'd like to start introducing some blue here and there.

Oh, I LOVE what you picked. Very calming and beautiful. I think it is worth the wait. August will be here before you know it! What color are you getting?

Well, darn! Wish I had waited a month, so I could have benefited from your genius! That is beautiful!

Anele, I'm going to get it in white.

Cyn, sorry you didn't see it sooner! What did you get?

Tammy, perfect! Post pics when you get it! While you wait you can get everything else done (well, started!). :)

I love your choice and think it is worth waiting for. I have a matelasse coverlet with a floral background and have been very happy with it. On and off since I replaced my queen mattress I've thought of getting a king sized one and had not seen another similar to mine until now. There are so many ways you can dress your bed with a matelasse coverlet which is one of the things I love so much about them.

Good luck with your room and everything else.