or linen. A wrap-around headboard is reminiscent of a wingback chair and provides a feeling of comfort.
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ebruary is the time to think romance. Take a good look at your bedroom, could it use some loving touches? First up, declutter. The old adage, there’s a place for everything and everything has its place, never fails. Clutter is draining, and it’s definitely not romantic. If you want some quick fixes, here are some things I recommend adding; candles, lamps on dimmers, upgraded bedding (there’s nothing like pure cotton or linen sheets), pillows and a soft rug. Think textures and layers. For colours, go with either light and soft, such as whites, creams, pinks, and pale oranges. Or dark and moody, such as jewel tones, whichever grabs you the most. Another suggestion, have you ever thought of wallpapering your ceiling? It can add a wonderful touch of whimsey, especially in a bedroom when you’re looking up a lot of the time! For a slightly larger financial investment, if you don’t already have a fireplace in
Design Ideas For a More Romantic Bedroom
For bedroom window treatments, you always want to think blackout, so you get a good night’s sleep. If you’re going with the dark and moody look, there’s nothing like lined velvet drapes, which will block out most of the light. If light and soft is more your style, long flowing fabrics such as voile or a light-weight linen work well. Just make sure you install blackout blinds behind, cellular shades work well for this purpose. An Interior Decorator can help you pull your look together and provide inspiration. Give me a call, I’d be happy to help! Jane Nares is an Interior Decorator based in Ladysmith. 250-252-0501 jane@janenaresdesigns.com
your bedroom, now may be the time to add one. And these days it’s easy; there are some great designs that are standalone and plug in, or you can incorporate one as a built-in and make a fabulous feature wall.
Is it time to invest in a new bed? And I’m not only talking about a new mattress, although that might be a good idea too. Canopy beds are definitely romantic, with or without drapery. Another thought is a lux statement headboard in tufted velvet
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