I agree with ruthy...gotta do what you feel works for you, but I think the two do not complement each other. If the buffalo check was red, then it would give you a shabby chic look with similar colors and the spread would be great. Since you already have the black curtains, but like Pottery Barn, perhaps the more muted colored patterns would be a good fit. Do you like the Bethany or the Audry...they are still busy but the colors might not be so competitive. I personally love the Strawberry Tree and almost bought it at one time. Have fun and you can always return it if you don't like the look.

Hi Bonnie- Yes,I had the red buffalo check drapes for several years and then switched to the white drapes two years ago. While the white drapes look nice I am kind of over that look. The all white thing seems to be everywhere these days and I'm ready to move on to something different. Pattycakes- I have been eyeballin those very drapes but in the end decided to order from another place. I will definetely keep them in mind for a back up if the ones I ordered do not work though :o) Fromflorida- I read the reviews earlier today and decided they would not work when I saw it said they had green in them. In the end I ordered panels from Half Price Drapes so keep your fingers crossed!!!! Thanks so much for all the feedback...I really appreciate it :o) Have a safe and Happy 4th of July!!!! ~Des

Waverly has a barn red gingham check fabric. I have it as a shower curtain, on a wing chair and several throw pillows. I just found it on etsy.com- called Waverly Country Fair in Crimson. It is not all a pink, rose, or bright red. It is definetely a barn red and I have Waverly paint that matches it perfectly in my guest bath.

Hey There: You can go / and should go with the same window covering style in your living room...don't mix. The trick is to find the perfect blinds/shades that is functional and beautiful. You can go with inside mount installed bottom up top down shades - the large window gets 3 units so you don't cover the beautiful wood trim. These blinds can be opened to any position to your liking and needs. Check out some ideas at www.PleatedBlindsStore.com or email us...