Coverlet and pillow layover 2 different colors
linnea56 (zone 5b Chicago)
6 years ago
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Crocheted Counterpane / coverlet / pillow cover?
Comments (8)Colleen, that was what I thought it a counterpane was, too. It was the owner of the antique shop where I bought the coverlet that told me it was counterpane was the name for a strip covering the pillows. I had bought one, then returned it, as it covered only the blankets and a little down the sides and end. I had been planning to cover the pillows too, like a bedspread. I exchanged it for another one that looked a little bigger. I asked her for stylistic suggestions just in case it also did not cover. We ran through a few ideas like shams first. But I really like to leave my sleeping pillows on the bed. Then she mentioned the âÂÂcounterpaneâ as covering pillows alone. I recalled then staying at a guest once at a coupleâÂÂs house who were retired antique dealers. They had a strip of vintage quilt used as described. I had completely forgotten it until then. That memory gave credence to what the dealer had told me. I still wondered about the terminology, though. Yes, I am planning to buy and hem fabric that will match the blanket / sheet under the coverlet. Or just buy 2 sets of sheets, and cut one up for the purpose. I will just have to see what I can find that will have a darker color to create contrast. I am not worried about being totally authentic. That idea would be convenient for making the bed, and dress it up, with little trouble. I may make a few toss pillows to match and trim them with doiliesâ¦though that is more work: weâÂÂll see if it happens....See MoreLooking for white quilt or coverlet and shams
Comments (7)I thought you had a Hanna quilt that you felt was too heavy? I like it and also PB's pickstitch quilt/coverlet. I have seen matallese (sp)in white many places. Would something like that work? Although I'm thinking many of those would have flanged shams. To be honest, I think going less than the two sets of shams is going to be kind of a "flat" look iykwim. I'm so used to multiple shams/pillows that anything less than two sets (4 pillows) would look like too little to me. Do you use any decorative pillows on the bed? I do think a corded edge would be better and give a less fussy look. Here's one from Macy's: http://www.macys.com/catalog/product/index.ognc?ID=450956&cm_mmc=Google_Feed-_-6-_-89-_-MP689 tina...See MoreLooking for your opinion on pillow color
Comments (71)patty_cakes: I agree that the pillows should have some gold in them. Absolutely. I like the blue walls, but prefer the ivory ones, I think. lovinlifesc: Yes, my3dogs has generously and very kindly offered to make the pillows I need, so I need to make my decision--pronto! squirrel: I tried a pillow just like that! It's an "almost-but-not-quite." I think the pillow needs a bit of red, at least a touch. Thank you. les: I was half-kidding. I do appreciate everyone's feedback. Very much. :) I did, however, try your suggestion of the LR pillow on the bed and--I'll be damned--I think it's the answer! I am SO not good at lateral thinking. Would it be weird to have the same pillow on the bed as on the sofa? Anyway, here are the new pics with the sofa pillows on the bed. What does everybody think? If you like it, do you think there should be one or two pillows? I'm really kind of loving it--are you listening, funky? LOL...See MoreRug ideas for a bright (and busy) quilt/coverlet
Comments (8)Thank you! That is a nice rug and could work...I was just afraid of too many competing patterns and colors. The room/space is a bit of a mess right now (downsizing junk) and I’d be embarrassed to take a pic right now of it. a quick overview: the ceiling is vaulted, the bed is a king, the walls will be a classic taupe, and we have a black iron head board. Our current furniture (night stand and dresser) is like a black glazed red oak/pine. I know the trend now is cool colors with grey/whites, but my husband and I are partial to warm, earth tones. I’ve included a picture of tile that we are installing....See Moresheilajoyce_gw
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