Old House Journal

curtains to carpets

EXTILES DO NOT HAVE TO BE excessive to be effective. The homespun, damasks, and quilts of early American interiors added color and comfort without fussiness. Similarly, the American Arts & Crafts Movement (ca. 1895–1930) relied on appliqued and stenciled pillows, embroidered window curtains and portieres (or interior doorway curtains), and stenciled table scarves. While drapery traditionally has been a significant use of fabric, layered treatments may be done in stages, over time. Roller shades, Venetian blinds, and lace curtains, used on their

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