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shopping for drapery at invu

When designer Lisa Canning and I first embarked on this project to give my condo a makeover, one of the first questions she asked me was: What’s the one thing you absolutely want changed in your space?

My response: I’d love beautiful drapery.

My condo came outfitted with those standard, horrible fabric venetian blinds and in the years I’ve lived there, I haven’t gotten around to replacing them. I’ve spent many an evening redecorating in my mind, replacing those eyesores with luxurious silk curtains. Alas, I never did get around to it.

Until today. Choosing stunning, ready-made silk panels from InVu Drapery Co, Lisa has completely transformed my space. The change is unbelievable. My living room has been given an instantly glamorous, decidedly grown-up feeling and the drapery adds such a sense of style, drama and really – a sense of completion. It really pulled all the other elements in the room together.

We’re not completed yet, but we will be soon and I can’t wait to show you all the ‘after’ photos. I’m not going to reveal which drapes we went with just yet, but in the meantime, check out these photos:

invu2 shopping for drapery at invuInside the InVu store (Mississauga location), I felt my heartbeat quicken. The selection of fabric is extensive and customers are surrounded by aisles and aisles of options! It’s hard not to touch each and every luxurious fabric as you stroll through the store.

invu1 shopping for drapery at invuThe packaging does count. Each drapery panel came beautifully packaged in a stylish box like this one. This kind of packaging makes you feel good about what you’ve invested in – and if you’re like me, you’re going to want to keep the boxes to store something, anything in. They’re just that lovely.

Visit invudraperyco.com for more information.

everything looks better in india

…It helps, of course, if “everything” is the latest and greatest from Anthropologie’s delish summer collection. But wouldn’t it be amazing to produce a photoshoot inside one of Jaipur’s incredibly ornate palaces? I mean check out those columns! And ooh, that intricate painted plaster! It’s a testament to Anthropologie’s wares that they actually manage to hold their own in such stunning surroundings.

Coralie bed, Gathered Sky duvet, Hibiscus Vista rug, Anthropologie

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Sevilla chair, Out At Sea blanket, Toorie curtain, Anthropologie

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Tranquil Paradise hammock, Diving Sea Turtle pillow, Anthropologie

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Great Barrier curtain, Rosette quilt, Diamond Jungle dhurrie, Anthropologie

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Seabed square pillow, Tuxedo duvet, Ombre Gardenia pillow, Seabed rectangle pillow, Diving Sea Turtle pillow, Anthropologie

picture 71 everything looks better in indiaAll images courtesy Anthropologie

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calico corners fabrics

When I was a little girl, I sometimes dreamed of being a seamstress so that I`d be able to sew my own fabulous clothes. Poofy skirts, flowing dresses, satin sashes … I dreamed of having the most exquisite wardrobe. I`ve always loved beautiful fabrics. I love the look, the touch of soft silks, the way something as simple as a fine-looking fabric can make you smile. These days, my love of fabric has extended from fashion to decor. Upholstering furniture in a fabric hand-picked by you is such an easy way to personalize your home, to choose something that makes you happy and reflects your taste, your style and your personality. The options at calicocorners.com are swoon-worthy. Check ‘em out!
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must have: umbra chirp finials

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It’s a shame that drapes get all the attention, when there’s so much gorgeous drapery hardware out there that’s vying for the spotlight. New from Umbra is this adorable little fella, a finial that acts as a checklist of on-trend elements: silhouettes, birds and quirky hardware. What’s more, this piece is part of Umbra’s “Meli-Melo” mix-and-match drapery program, that allows you to choose a rod, add a pair of finials and create your own custom drapery combination. 

Chirp 3.5-by-5″ finial set in black high gloss

Price: $19 per pair

Available at: Umbra Concept Store, Toronto, 416-599-0088; 800-387-5122

inexpensive window treatments

drapery inexpensive window treatmentsOK, we all know that custom-made drapery is preferable to ready-made. But let`s face it; sometimes there just isn`t the time and money to invest in the process. And if this is the case, you needn`t worry about leaving your windows (gasp!) naked, for all your neighbours to spy on your every move. Nor do you need to spend a small fortune to outfit them in stylish, pretty fabrics. Many stores now offer a wide variety of window coverings that are available at more than reasonable prices. Drapery options have come a long way and I love that there`s so much to choose from. I love these incredibly inexpensive options from Linens ‘N Things. The Bellingham Window Curtains (pictured left) are modern, featuring a contemporary stripe pattern and cost between $49.99 and $59.99. And they`re machine washable. I like that! The Moda Contempo panels (pictured right, $59.99) feature European blind-stitched hems, are dry-clean only and come in five elegant neutrals. Freshening up a room just got a whole lot easier with these inexpensive options.

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How to: Clean window coverings

8 trends in window coverings
How to: Choose drapery