Thanks! While I was waiting for an answer I actually did find the link in the "Read Me" thread. I knew I had seen it somewhere, but couldn't remember where.

If it's not there (in natal's link), try a Google search. This list is a fabulous resource but the search stinks! If your post is too old it might have dropped off the list.

I don't have a pic because the bed isn't in place, but I thought I'd share an idea with you. I'm putting my bed in a bay window. I have to use some shades for privacy, but don't want them to be too harsh looking. So what I plan is to do the shade, but do a soft valance (handkerchief drape) over the top of the windows so that the shades won't show when pulled up. On a square window (flat one wall) you could easily leave your current shades, but add a valance and two panels, one on each side that are stationary behind your bedside tables. If you keep the panels hiding the edge of the window, you can go as wide on each side as you want, so you can use the bed as your guide for width. This way it looks like your window is as wide as the bed. I also did a bed in Texas with a very sheer drape. The window was above the headboard height (skinny and short but wide). I draped sheers from one side to the other behind the headboard. It softened the look very well, but still allowed the light in.

Ya'll are awesome! bebetokids, THANKS for not making me feel like an idiot!! I knew I saw that! And I'm glad to hear what the end result was...my computer has been down for hours, or I'd have posted sooner. The thing is, I have my grandmother's dining room furniture (from the '50s) and it has kind of a green-y or celery cast to it...and upholstered chairs (that are heavy beyond belief). The turquoise color chips look amazing behind it. I also need to paint a ceiling to go with...I love my DR light fixture and the ceiling is vaulted...currently, there is the dreaded wallpaper to take down (ugh) and I'm having brick pavers put down next week to go with the rest of the rooms (PO had put in some really bad laminate...it's chipped in so many places...just hate it!). All of this before the wedding in Dec. Am I pulling my hair out? don't answer that..but I do need your help...thank you...ttodd, lovely pics..