Workroom Wednesday – Holbrook Hill

I have started a new series that will showcase a different drapery workroom each week.  These talented artisans can take an idea or a photo and a bolt of fabric and turn it into an amazing creation that adds so much to your home.

Holbrook Hill is a custom drapery studio serving Midlothian and the greater Richmond, VA area.   Sally Rosenlund  has been designing and sewing soft home furnishings since 1991.  Their products include custom window treatments, bedding, upholstered headboards, cushions, pillows, custom dog beds and more. 

 

Their services include:

• In-home design consultation
• Fabrics, trims and hardware choices for shopping at home
• Blinds, shades and shutters to address your privacy and light control needs
• Computer renderings so you can visualize before you buy
• High quality fabrication techniques with unique detailing
• Professional measure and installation to ensure a perfect fit

You may visit their website at  www.holbrookhill.com to see more about Sally and her delightful interior details.

These beautiful treatments were fabricated by Holbrook Hill………

Striped panels with the Moreland valance.

Striped sheer panels paired with a suede cornice embellished with nailheads.

Stagecoach valance.

Toile london shade with buttons and ruffle.

Beautiful assortment of bed pillows.

Aren’t these wonderful ?  They would look good in my bedroom !

Fun pillows and custom spread in a little girl’s room.

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Master Bedroom Redo

One of the hazards (or perks) of being in the drapery business is that I’m forever changing things.  I see new fabrics or styles and I want to start over.  I really don’t get the story about the cobbler’s children not having any shoes because if I were a cobbler we would all have even more shoes than we already do !

 

This what my master bedroom looked like before the redo.  I quickly made these window treatments and bought wood blinds when I first moved into the house.  The rods were too short and made the windows look small.  I made this duvet cover from suede fabric and it was so heavy it would slide off the bed at night !

This is the after view:  Ahhh, much better.

I ordered 4 yards of  Trend fabric and added a 23” banding to the bottom of my panels.  I put the same trim between the two fabrics that I used in my study for the upholstered wall panels. HERE

The panels were a deep rod pocket but I changed them to a euro pleat.  I added crinoline to the header and pleated the panels at the very top instead of down 4” which is a traditional pinch pleat.  This allowed me to move the rod up 2” closer to the ceiling.

 

I used 4’ wooden poles in Dark Walnut and end caps instead of finials.  Here’s an old trick to hang panels without using rings…….Put screw eyes in the bottom of the pole and hook your pins to them and you don’t have to buy rings !

 

I took down the wood blinds and made silk roman shades with blackout lining and added a tassel fringe to the bottom.  This duvet came from TJ Maxx, the lamps and nightstands were Christmas presents.

Here’s another shot of the cherry blossom wall decal, you can see how we did it HERE .  The little arm chair is high on my list of things to paint and possibly reupholster, although I still love it with the velvet leopard.

Did I mention how much fun I’m having with my new camera.  It’s a Nikon D 60.

I got tired of chasing Zoe out of the room and let her stay for a few pictures.  She is quite the star !

I quickly made this sham Friday afternoon with scraps from the workroom. 

This is the view from the bedroom into the master bath.  My Dad replaced the original cabinet with these vanities and sinks from Home Decorator’s Collection .

Doesn’t it make the windows appear much larger ?

 

Do you think I should change the fabric on the chair ?

I’m linking to these parties:

Metamorphosis Monday, Make it for Monday, Make your Monday and Funky Junk Interiors SNS .

Valentine’s Day Mantel

Here’s my Valentine’s Day inspired mantel.

It was fun finding and making things for this one.  I’ve never decorated the mantel for Valentine’s Day, so thanks Beth for having the party.  I left up my Eddie Ross wreath for this but I promise I’ll take it down soon.

I bought the little boy and girl plaques at an antique store a long time ago, they were hand painted by an artist in NC.

I saw these cute X and O frames that Jen over at Tatertots and Jello had featured and I had to make some too !  That required spray painting some old frames in the snow, hot pink velvet and flat floral stones.

The Love frame was a gift from my niece that got some snow spray painting action too !

Why yes that is a shiny disco ball hanging from my ceiling fan cause I’m just that cool…… lol.  Yay, it’s Friday. I hope you all have a great weekend !  I’ve been working on a redo for the Master bedroom that I will post on Sunday or Monday.

I’m linking to Beth’s Mantel Party #5 at The Stories of A to Z

Workroom Wednesday – H&R Drapery

I am starting a new series that will showcase a different drapery workroom each week.  These talented artisans can take an idea or a photo and a bolt of fabric and turn it into an amazing creation that adds so much to your home.

Pat Hart owns H&R Drapery in Naples, Florida. 

H&R Drapery is a high-end, full service drapery workroom. They design, fabricate and install valances, cornices, draperies, pillows, and bedding. They also upholster walls, dining room chairs, cushions and benches and  make upholstered headboards. They offer fabrics, trims, hardware and motorization.

H & R Drapery has been fabricating window treatments for Southwest Florida’s most prestigious designers for over 18 years. They understand the importance of developing relationships and maintaining high quality standards. As your partner, they want you to be successful. They work with their clients to determine specifications and determine concepts. And they are readily available to answer your questions and assist you with your work orders.
Not a designer? Not to worry. They have an in house designer who is available to help you with all of your window treatment needs.

 

1791 Trade Center Way, Suite D, Naples, Florida 34109.
239 566-2929 FAX 239 566-1129

Visit their website at hr drapery

See their blog at hr-drapery blogspot

Here are some of my favorite examples of their beautiful work.

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Which Drapery Hardware Should I Use ?

One of the biggest mistakes homeowners make when trying to DIY their window treatments is choosing the wrong hardware.  The rods that you can buy at stores like Pottery Barn and Restoration Hardware are usually adjustable and not the right scale for your window. 
I like to use 2” or 2.25” wood poles for drapery panels.  They are also available in 1 3/8” and 3” diameters.
The Select Collection, and the NEW Select Limited Collection, offers a choice of stunning finishes for poles, traverse rods, brackets, finials, and rings. This collection provides a variety of beautiful drapery hardware and accessories of superior quality with lustrous finishes and amazing detail at great prices.

  The European Ambiance series recreates the extraordinary look of fine old world decorative finishes. The richness of color and detail in each finish provides endless possibilities for enhancing your window treatment. All European Ambiance Finishes may be ordered for any poles, finials, brackets or rings.  Ask your design consultant to explore the many different ways that European Ambiance Old World Custom Finishes may be used in your next design project.

The Gifer Decorative hardware line offers three different collections in different sizes and finishes.  These are a good choice when you need a smaller scale rod with a more contemporary look.

Kirsch is a brand that I have used for  many, many years and have been extremely happy with.  They offer blinds and shades as well as basic and decorative hardware. 

Artigiani is a line of iron hardware offered by Helser Brothers, with over 40 finials, 10 custom finishes, rods ranging from 7/8" to 1-3/4" diameter, and plenty of accessories.
        Isabella is a line of solid wood hardware by Helser Brothers that offers old world hand-finished quality with elegant and versatile options for the most discriminating buyer. Smooth and fluted rods combine with a classy array of finials to set the scene for any window treatment. Every piece is available in 10 fashionable finishes and in both 2" and 2-3/4" scales. 

Images from USC, Kirsch and Helser Brothers.

Even if you are using ready made panels you could splurge on nice hardware for a big impact !