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August 2002, I
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August 10th, 2002 ------ August Issue, I ------
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IN THIS ISSUE:
Editorial
1. TIPS & TRICKS
- Unique DIY Window Treatments
2. FEATURE ARTICLE - guest article
- Decorating With Houseplants
3. BOOK OF THE MONTH
- The New Decorating Book
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1. Tips & Tricks
- Unique DIY Window Treatments
Here's a trick for DIY (Do It Yourself) window treatments
that I just thought of this past week, and can't wait to have a window to
try it on! It's works especially well with odd-shaped windows, like
arches. If you can sew or iron a hem, and screw in a screw, then you
can do it.
Take the fabric of your choice - drapery fabric
or flat sheets work equally well, but I suggest a soft, flowing fabric -
and some 1" wide ribbon to match. Cut the edges of the fabric straight
across, and make sure that the width is about 1 1/2 - 2 times as wide as
your window. (If your window is arched, then cut the top edge in an
arch instead. The arch should be the same height measurements, but
stretched out as wide as your fabric is.) Hem your edges on the sewing
machine or with iron-on hem tape.
Now measure every 6-10" along the top edge of the
fabric and mark it. Take a piece of ribbon about 20-24" long, fold
it in half, and sew it on one of your markings so it's 'sticking' up off
the top edge. You can sew it right on the edge, or overlap it on the
fabric for several inches. Repeat along the rest of your marks.
These are your 'tab ties'.
Now, go to your local hardware store and pick out
a knob drawer pull you like. Get one for each ribbon tie. Make
sure that it screws straight in, rather than being screwed in from the back
of the drawer. If it is the wrong kind, then just ask a salesperson
to help you find a two-ended screw that you can put the knob on with.
You might have to be creative, but make sure that you'll be able to screw
it right into your molding.
Now go home and screw the two end knobs into your
window molding in the upper corners. Measure the space between them.
To find out how far apart to space the rest, use this formula:
Number of knobs remaining + 1 = ____
(which I'll call x)
Inches between the two end knobs divided by x =
space between each knob.
Make a small pencil mark at each point according
to what you figured above. Screw a knob where each mark is. Then
hang your treatment by tying the ribbons around each knob, and letting the
tails drape down. Use some more ribbon for tiebacks.
Have fun and be creative!
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This article Copyright 1999-2003 - Kathleen Peters, KatieDid Design. Reproduced with permission.
Kathleen Peters - 'Katie' - is a custom window treatment and bedding designer, and owner of KatieDid Design, her online shop. She is also the editor-in-chief of Decor, Decorating, and Design, a free bi-monthly ezine filled with articles, tips, and guidelines to help with your home decorating.
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3. FEATURE ARTICLE
- Decorating With Houseplants
by Rachel Webb - Rachel@Note-Ables.com
You can effectively use houseplants to provide color and style to highlight
your homes best features or cover up the problem area's you don't want anyone
to notice. Houseplants can be used in a variety of ways to add to your existing
decorative style or create a new focal point. Plants can also be used to
emphasize a decorative element in your room.
PLANT A FOCAL POINT
Every room needs a center of attraction but sometimes even if a room has
a stunning piece of furniture or an elaborate oversized rug, a room can be
lacking something to provide emphasis to that focal point.
A large planting or grouping several houseplants together can create an impressive
focal point. Think of choosing a large palm Howeia Foresteriana in a container
that blends with your rooms color scheme. Fiscus Benjamina is a common yet
still popular choice for an entranceway or stark kitchen focal point.
For the most dramatic contrast in a monochromatic room, look at the different
color variations and separate the other plants to highlight that particular
plant. Consider using a Hippeastrum, Peacock plant or flowering Azalea for
maximum effect.
ENHANCING A ROOM
Houseplants are an excellent way to disguise area's of your home that you
wish would fade away. For example, If you like your window and treatments
but despise the view out the window use several plantings to cover up the
eye-sore. Use shelving and pedestals to create different heights and levels
to display your plantings. Hang an impressive basket to hang a fern or cascading
Ivy from the ceiling to hide the upper view out the window.
If your room has an unsightly ceiling you can keep the eye focused lower
by hanging a row of plants or basket containers. Choose plants that are easy
to keep up like Tradescantia or Philodendron.
Look for unusual places to add a houseplant that can enhance your decor like
an unused fireplace or in front of a old unsightly radiator.
PLANTS TO FIT YOUR STYLE
Look for houseplants that fit the style of your home. Bonsai plants have
a ancient feel as well as White Orchids and Caladiums giving your room mystery
and an exotic flavor.
If your home is decorated in the Mediterranean style you may want to choose
Howeia Foresteriana, Bamboo plant or Dizgotheca Elegantissima which boasts
a tall central stem with oblong shiny green leaves.
The Yucca plant also looks wonderful in a Mediterranean, Spanish or Southwestern decorated home.
A romantic country or Victorian styled bedroom can be set off with Fatsia
Japonica, Lavendar or Tolmiea Menziesii. Miniature Roses come in a wide variety
of colors and can add a splash of romance to your bedroom retreat.
SEASONAL DECORATING
Although there are a large variety of houseplants that are available all
year around, using a seasonal plant as a holiday decoration can be a fun
decorative accent as well.
From late to early Spring planting Crocus, Hyacinths, Amaryllis, Tulips,
Daffodils and Narcissi in our homes can bring natures Spring freshness inside.
An early summer basket of Gloxinias are available in rich color with velvety
trumpet-shaped leaves. and lend a formal feel to a simply furnished dining
room. This season is a good time to plant a herb container garden to set
off your kitchen with fragrances to compliment the canning season.
An Autumn jack-o-lantern decoration can be highlighted with red trumpeted
Thalia or Orange Chrysanthemums. While a Poinsettia grouped with candles
will put any home in a festive seasonal mood.
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- The New Decorating Book
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This beautiful large hardbound book is a FABULOUS
decorating resource... the best I've ever found! It's full of pictures,
ideas, guidelines, and more. And it's wonderfully organized for reference.
The first half of the book is organized into chapters by rooms, so you can
go straight to the Kitchens chapter, if that's the area where you need ideas.
The second half of the book is organized by decorating topics, such as window
treatments, walls, floors, color, etc. I really recommend it!
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--- Katie <><
KatieDid Design
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