curtains to carpets

TRADITIONALLY, window drapery was the most significant and costly use of fabric.

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But there's no need to re-create such extravagance. You can get the desired softness, color and pattern, and light control using, say, panels hung from rings over a sheer curtain next to the sash. Keep in mind that Roman shades, slatted Venetian blinds, and lace curtains are old favorites that suit modern tastes. The homespun, damasks, and quilts of early America are unfussy, too, as are bungalow-era textiles.

1. SOUTHWEST LOOMS southwestlooms.com

The Stained Glass Green runner reflects the Prairie Style of stained-glass artistry from 1890-1910. The wool is handspun, giving the rug a subtle blend of colors that simulate sunlight through a window. [phone]

2. ARIEL GRACE DESIGN arielgracedesign.com