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Window Treatment and Rug Wall Art Window Treatment and Rug Wall Art From "Weekend Decorating" episode WDC-213

Figure A

Steps:

• The window treatment for the new bedroom is unique. An ornate metal wall shelf is flipped upside down (figure A) and used as a coronet for sheer draperies. The top of the shelf can hold decorative objects or interesting trim; here Golden used a gold Christmas beading for accent over the fabric.
  

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• Sheer embroidered panels with a tea-stain look are attached to the shelf with cup-hook clips (figure B). Sheer panels work well in a small room because the light material is less overwhelming than a heavier-weight fabric would be.

• Flexible bracelets with velvet ribbons are used as tiebacks (figure C). Antique-looking earrings are hung on the bracelets to add length.

  Figure B

  Figure C

  
  
• Rugs are an inexpensive way to decorate a large wall space. They have the look of a tapestry and add texture to the room.

• Here a dhurrie rug is sized to fit a picture frame (figure D). Dhurries are fairly inexpensive flat-woven rugs made in India, from blends of cotton or wool. The designs originated from nomadic tribes; today dhurrie rugs can be found at antiques shops, rug stores and flea markets.

• Choose a frame that complements the rug. The rug used here has a primitive look while the frame is Baroque in style (figure E). (This style dates to the 17th century and is characterized by ornate design.) The melding of the two styles creates an unusual bohemian look.

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  Figure E

  
  

  Figure F

• Measure the rug and cut to fit the frame using a sharp utility knife. Cut on a piece of plywood to keep the floor protected.

• Attach the rug to the frame with a staple gun or upholstery tacks (figure F).

• Attach mirror brackets (sized to bear the weight of the finished piece) to the frame and hang.