Show Notes
Have you ever walked into a home where the soft furnishings all seem to match? I’m not referring to a 90s perfect match either but rather an elevated, stylish and friendly but lived in match. As if the room itself is inviting you in, to spend some time in it.
Soft furnishings are items that are made using fabric. These are curtains, blinds, bedding such as quilts, bedspreads and pillows. Dining linen, tablecloths, placemats, even tea towels. Custom upholstered furniture such as lounges, armchairs and ottomans. Scatter cushions, throw rugs and floor rugs.
Interior designers will often use custom made soft furnishings to create comfortable and inviting interiors in any room. Soft furnishings are used to add texture, colour, and pattern to existing or new decor and decorating elements. These items can be used to add subtle colour, soften sharp lines, and give any room a bespoke look. Soft furnishings may also be used to define a room’s function, such as a cozy reading nook.
There are thousands and thousands of fabric designs and colours that can be used for creating customised curtains and blinds. Also for upholstery for furniture such as lounges, armchairs, dining chairs, ottomans etc… As a interior designer, we love putting fabric story’s together for our clients, where we use a variety of plains, prints and textures to create beautiful harmonious interiors that are bespoke and unique.
The selection of fabrics to be used for curtain and soft furnishings are never isolated decisions. The choices made are a planned and strategic part of your design for your full homes interior. Curtains and other soft furnishings are an investment, so it’s important to choose these wisely. The right selection will last and serve you over many years to come.
When our clients work with us at My Decorator we will remove the overwhelm. Overwhelm can happen when you walk into a curtain store and are confronted with rack after rack of fabric samples to choose from. We will select the best fabric, design and colour for your new Curtains. These will be designed, measured and custom fitted to suit your window, room, interior style and lifestyle needs. We work with a curtain specialist to get the best outcome for you and your home.
If you would like us to assist you with your soft furnishings to create your dream home, please contact us today https://mydecorator.com.au/contact/. We’d love to have a chat and see if we can assist you.
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