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Got the draperies today...

10 years ago
So after sorting through thousands of fabrics and settling on one, I finally had my draperies finished and installed today. I... like them. They are ok. Obviously custom window treatments are outrageously expensive. I hope it was worth it. My husband made me really question things when he said "the rings look like shower curtains" and "it looks like we bought them from Sears." Nothing wrong with Sears, but now I'm wondering if they are worth the money spent if they might not even look custom. Too late lol. Now I'm back to debating the rug. I'm going to leave it for now but will keep an eye out for a different one. I'm glad I chose a pattern on the draperies, but now I see why everyone recommended linen. Unfortunately this isn't linen and is a little stiff. The random wrinkles in it are already driving me nuts but they told me not to oversteam them. In case you are wondering, they are stationary panels. We don't need the privacy, but we did have honeycomb shades installed as well for insulation when it's cold out or for privacy when we go out of town.

Comments (37)

  • 10 years ago
    Here are photos - app was being funny and wouldn't let me attach them to original post
  • 10 years ago
    I think they look fabulous! Your living room is very pretty, too. I would say the drapes are more than okay. Learn to love them and be happy that's one item ticked off the to-do list.
    Kristin M thanked unwantedadvice
  • 10 years ago
    Thank you. You are so right, I am so happy that's one less thing to worry about! Chandeliers next, maybe wallpaper in the dining room. I don't know why I always second guess myself!! Especially when I know it's something that I can't return! lol I will definitely have to learn to love them :)
  • 10 years ago
    The draperies are gorgeous. Truly. As a seamstress who sometimes makes custom drapes, I think they are well made and hang beautifully!
    Kristin M thanked Jessie Lee Miller
  • 10 years ago

    Great job!, They look wonderful.

    Kristin M thanked susan2494
  • 10 years ago
    Thank you. I do think the seamstress did a very good job. I think I just looked at so many fabrics, my head is still spinning and I keep wondering if there was a "better choice." I liked them just fine until my husband made the shower curtain comment. Ugh, MEN!!!!
  • 10 years ago

    They are perfect, you made the right choice. My husband makes comments like that too sometimes. I figure he just doesn't get it and move on.

    Kristin M thanked luvcolor10b
  • 10 years ago

    Wow, what's up with him? These are beautiful and really made this space very cohesive.

    Kristin M thanked User
  • PRO
    10 years ago
    last modified: 10 years ago

    I am a drapery professional and from the way you described them, I expected disaster. These are not! I think the fabric coordinates well with the other fabrics in the room and you chose well. What I especially like is that the drapes are mounted at nice height above your window to exemplify the stature. I might have made a few subtle changes to make it look more updated...but the most important thing is that you are happy with it. By the way, I've done drapes for many celebs including Madonna.

    Kristin M thanked Queen Of Shades
  • 10 years ago
    Lol I think he just hasn't paid much attention to draperies hanging on rings lol. So they made him think of a shower curtain. hahaha
  • 10 years ago
    Thanks! Queen, just curious, what changes would you have made? I still have a dining room window to work on. You guys gave me the idea to mount them so high! I did the pleats pinched at the top because I read it was more current than pinched lower? I know I'm not using the correct terminology here :)
  • 10 years ago

    Learn to ignore your husband....! :). They look great!!

    Kristin M thanked grapefruit1_ar
  • 10 years ago
    They look so nice. Truly. My theory is that the off feeling you have is the lovesest. I know youve said before you need it but I really think it will elevate this beautiful room if you remove it. Love the rug too btw!
    Kristin M thanked shiningautumn8
  • 10 years ago
    Also turn the coffee table and place it closer to sofa so its more functional. Maybe add a small accent table next to the chairs.
    Kristin M thanked shiningautumn8
  • 10 years ago

    Very nice drapes, your room looks good.

    Kristin M thanked SewingLadyDi
  • 10 years ago

    Thanks everyone! Makes me feel better! Thinking to add another side table on the right side of the loveseat. Might also try to move the furniture around and see how things look now that there's a rug and draperies in the room.

  • 10 years ago

    Perfect! I love them and I love your room.

  • 10 years ago

    I would add silver floor lamps by the wing chairs by the fireplace for some sparkle in the room. I just have ahang up about lighting at each seating spot. my bad but gorgeous room.

    Kristin M thanked Susan Davis
  • 10 years ago

    Beautiful drapes.

    Kristin M thanked tooky58
  • PRO
    10 years ago

    I would have chosen a different rod..kind of like the Robert Allen Rods I used for this client in the photo...I might have chosen a brighter color for the drapes or a silk taffeta or velvet to dress and accent your furniture as well. Notice in the photo how I put faux roman shades to cover the wall space between the rod and the top of the window. I wanted the center window to stand out more because of the A-framed cathedral ceiling, so I made the rod higher. There was too much wall space so I put a faux roman there and matched it on the other 2.

  • 10 years ago

    I love them and they look upscale to me. Forgive the hubby.

    Kristin M thanked emmarene9
  • 10 years ago
    Lovely. They look great.
    Kristin M thanked User
  • 10 years ago
    Thank you everyone!! Appreciate all your input. I feel better about them today. So does my husband hahah!
  • PRO
    10 years ago

    They look great! I would probably choose a darker rod

    Kristin M thanked User
  • 10 years ago

    Very, very pretty drapes - and room :)

    Kristin M thanked robin701
  • 10 years ago

    Thanks! I was looking at some of the dark rods but ended up choosing nickel finish to go with the nickel on all the furniture and the nickel and chrome in the kitchen which is open to this room.

  • 10 years ago

    Gorgeous, high end custom drapes! Could you spray paint the rods black?

  • 10 years ago
    Oh gosh I don't know about spray painting the rods. If I wanted a different color there are plenty to choose from. What does everyone dislike about the nickel finish?
  • 10 years ago

    IMHO the rods are fine as they are.

    Kristin M thanked SewingLadyDi
  • 10 years ago

    Really, valid opinions however .... if you and hubby like them, then it's time to move on to the next challenge.

    Kristin M thanked User
  • PRO
    10 years ago

    Nothing wrong with the nickel. But perhaps the contrast will add a nice touch and your hubby won't think it looks like a shower curtain (which it doesn't by the way)!

    Kristin M thanked User
  • 10 years ago

    Thanks for your input! I'll consider it in the future but I won't mess with these because they were expensive and I don't want to screw up lol

  • PRO
    10 years ago
    Hi

    It's always easy to second guess and the fabric options are endless. At some point you need to trust yourself and just make a decision.

    It looks like you made a great decision. I think they look very nice. Smile and enjoy your new room.



    Best of luck on the other decisions.

    KHB Interiors in New Orleans


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  • 10 years ago

    You're right KHB - the options are endless, it's overwhelming! Need to move on to light fixtures next!

  • PRO
    10 years ago

    Good thinking! I love your side chairs by the way, seriously love them!

    Kristin M thanked User
  • 10 years ago

    Thank you! I'll give credit to my husband there because I was leaning towards a different fabric for the chairs! Glad I went with him on that one!