Using Fabric for Your Home DIY Projects

III Using Falbric for Your Home DIY PROJECTS Curtains Color Tips If you have a patterned rug, you might want to stick with solid-colored curtains Consider whether the curtains will be functional, aesthetic, or a combination of both when you choose a color Darker colors tend to be better at blocking light Styling Tips Decide if your curtains will be floor-to-ceiling or just cover part or all of the window The style should be dictated by the room's use-a child's bedroom will have a different style than a formal living room Lamp Shades Color Tips Choose a color that highlights a subtle hue in your interior design scheme Light colors will give off brighter light, while dark colors will make the room cozy Styling Tips Consider unusually shaped shades, such as square or pagoda Look at the lamp's base for styling inspiration for your new shade Pillows Color Tips Darker colors and patterns will show less dirt Important for pillows in a child's room or rec room Try using tonal colors in the living room for a modern, sophisticated look Styling Tips Employ contrast on a solid sofa by using patterned fabric for pillows, or vice versa Make pillows of varying sizes for a feeling of depth in your interior design Sources: http://beckensteinfabrics.com/blog/6-important-things-to-re- member-when-buying-fabric/ http://www.houzz.com/drapery-fabric http://homeguides.sfgate.com/tips-making-curtains-20536.html http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/how-to-fit-a-la-107600 http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/how-to-pick-out-throw-pillows-83466 Provided by: BECKENSTEIN FABRIC + INTERIORS NEWYORK CITY www.beckensteinfabricsnyc.com