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Updated Bedroom - Thank You Everyone For Your Help!

12 years ago
Finally got the pillows & curtains up .. still looking for lighting.

Please let me know if the curtains need to be higher, or any other suggestions are welcome.

The last pic is of wall art that I have ordered for the lighter wall where the chair on the right is.

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  • PRO
    pqtmouse thanked Warner Decor
  • 12 years ago
    Crystal - I did not think of that. Very pretty.

    I was thinking of shiny brass pendants to hang from the ceiling. Something similar to the ones attached below. But, what would I use for a chandelier for the center of the room?

    Any other suggestions or comments?
  • 12 years ago
    Panels are fine. Lamp too small go bigger base and drum shade. Tall.
  • 12 years ago
    I like pendant idea, where over end tables? Do you have wirei g in ceiling? Color good too.
    pqtmouse thanked Nancy Travisinteriors
  • 12 years ago
    Yes, over the 2 nightstands. Husband will put wiring in - what type of chandy if I go with the brass pendants?

    Or, maybe there is a better idea?
  • 12 years ago
    wow, I remember your room ... it turned out awesome! Really like the curtains and yes, the length is just fine.

    You do need some sparkle in your lamps and the pendants would look nice ... do they come in a much larger size?
    pqtmouse thanked indianpatti
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    The panels on the window should be much higher. Hand them closer to ceiling height. This will give the illusion of the ceiling being higher. The end table lamps are too small for the night stands. The end table lamps should be more proportional to the end tables.
    pqtmouse thanked Inspired Interior Designs
  • 12 years ago
    Agree that the lamps are too small for the nightstand. They should be higher but since the nightstands are a square the lamps should be square as well. You can have fun with the lamps but make sure to be proportional and consistent with the design of the room as well as the shade and base. Also, I don't know what you will use these lamps for (task lighting such as reading, accent lighting..). If you plan on reading you will want the lamps to be nice and tall but not to tall where you can see the light bulb while laying or sitting up.
    pqtmouse thanked lahti101
  • 12 years ago
    Great suggestions everyone, thank you.

    If I hang the curtains higher, won't they be too short?

    If we decide to go with pendants, should they also be square?
  • 12 years ago
    If you have extra fabric you could raise the curtains a just few inches (also avoid hemming).

    Try lowering the picture over the bed about 2 to 3 inches.

    Look for yellow lamps for the nightstands. I don't think they need to be any particular shape--just tall enough so you can see to read in bed.
    pqtmouse thanked leelee
  • 12 years ago
    Unfortunately, I do not have extra fabric. How short can the curtains be? Is it okay to be 4 inches short?

    Mustard lamps would look nice, I agree. What type of chandy would I get? I also thought that if I could find a brown and white lamp base - but have not found any yet.

    Any other ideas for lamps or a chandelier?
  • 12 years ago
    No the drapes would not look right if they are too short. The drapes right now could be higher but it's nothing to worry too much about. If you want you could add a band of material at the bottom, but they will be fine just the way they are.
    pqtmouse thanked Mark
  • 12 years ago
    Oh, thank you Mark - I was really thinking I goofed up again!
  • 12 years ago
    I found this chandy that I love & would look terrific with the art that I bought, but it's over $2,000! If anyone can find one similar for a much better price I would be so happy.
  • 12 years ago
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    OMG Mark, those are uber fabulous - thank you so much!

    Now, I'll have to decide if 21" or 28" diameter works best.

    This will hang from the tray ceiling.

    Sooo happy! Houzz ROCKS!!
  • 12 years ago
    Don't raise curtains if they're already down to the floor. The curtains need to touch or almost touch the floor.
    pqtmouse thanked leelee
  • 12 years ago
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    You might pick another color from your art over the bed and go with lamps in a color like aqua, orange or green. The yellow in your chairs is very soft and muted. Don't get a lamp that will be too bold (like the one I posted above)
    pqtmouse thanked leelee
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    We agree with the commenters above, if there is some extra wiggle room to push those draperies up a bit without making them high-water, then by all means, do it. It's amazing how that can give the illusion of a much roomier space. You did a great job decorating. Nice work!

    Design It Yourself Decor | loomdecor.com | blair@loomdecor.com
    pqtmouse thanked Loom Decor
  • 12 years ago
    Panels are fine. New lamps just bigger base and drum shades. You are almost there.
    pqtmouse thanked Nancy Travisinteriors
  • 12 years ago
    I'm going to raise the rod a bit, but still have the drapes touch the floor. So, maybe 2 " higher.

    Loved the urchin chandy link that Mark posted and I think I'm going with the chandy and 2 pendant lights to hang over nighstands in gold.

    Do you think the chandy and pendants will look good? I have a tray ceiling.
  • 12 years ago
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    You probably don't need a chandelier and two pendants. Choose chandelier and then two table lamps. Too much of a good thing is too much (pendants)
    pqtmouse thanked leelee
  • 12 years ago
    I'd raise the drapes to the ceiling and add a yellow band about 18" from the bottom. That is, if you sew or have a friend who'll do it for you. Wouldn't spend much $$ on the project.
    pqtmouse thanked decoenthusiaste
  • 12 years ago
    Leelee, thanks for saying that - you are right, too much of a good thing.

    I did buy the art that looks much like the urchin chandy, would that bee too much? I'll picture art again.

    Maybe the chandy and pendants pictured below?

    very cool lamp Genevieve!

    Decoenthusiaste, I will see if my GF can help with the border for the drapes.
  • 12 years ago
    The chandelier should stand out. Adding two other hanging lights will detract from the chandy. I can see that you like the pendants but, again, you're trying to over-do a good thing. It would be best to use the chandelier or the hanging pendants--not both.

    Now I see the wall art. Sorry, yes, too much with the starburst chandelier. I'd return the wall art and go with the chandelier. What do others think?

    You want your room to be interesting. Having pieces that are all basically alike isn't going to be interesting. Mix it up.

    You've done such a good job with your chairs and painting. Don't lose your way.
    pqtmouse thanked leelee
  • 12 years ago
    Thank you Leelee, you are right. I think I will keep the wall art though and continue to look for lamps/chandelier.

    If I go with the pendants pictured below, what kind of chandy would look nice?

    Any ideas for lamps/chandy are appreciated.
  • 12 years ago
    Your curtains are perfect by just touching the floor, great work. The lamp is much too small for the space. As for the 2 small pots on the shelf, they could be removed as they do not fit in the space. You might want to cover a few old books with scrapbooking paper, choosing pattern marching your decor, and pile them on top of one another, 3 would be a great number.
  • 12 years ago
    No Pendants with chandelier. You need some interesting table lamps. Ideas.
    pqtmouse thanked leelee
  • 12 years ago
    Hope you do band the drapery and hang higher. You will be happier with a bottom band on the drapes if the band is one of the colors in the drapery - the dark or light color! This will keep the drapes looking classy and "on purpose." Your room in very nice!
    pqtmouse thanked User
  • 12 years ago
    I love those curtains and the green, well done!
    pqtmouse thanked M
  • 12 years ago
    I'm really stuck on finding lamps guys, anyone have any ideas? Husband is losing his patience with me.
  • 12 years ago
    The drapes are fine as they are. It might have been nice if they were a bit longer so you could raise the rod and mount them several inches higher but they'll look better going all the way to the floor than with the rod raised and then being too short. No need to call attention by adding a border on the bottom.
  • 12 years ago
    TJ max has nice lamps
  • 12 years ago
    Look on line at lamps.com. Go to stores and look at lamps.