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by Angela Pascoe
2 months ago in Design Dilemma
Decorating helf with curtains, rug and pillows.
This is the new curtain and I have also bought new rods. The picture is what I am thinking of getting also. Recliner is staying and no painting at this time love the color. Need ideas for rug, keep in mind I have two small dogs, so need something that is easy to clean just in case there is a minor accident. Also need pillow ideas. pillow covers are okay have pillows. Working on three things all at once. Foyer, kitchen and living room during my spring break from school.
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Angela Pascoe Here is the wall and windows that needs to be covered
2 months ago ·
Angela Pascoe New curtain on the left, old curtain on the right.
2 months ago · ·
Angela Pascoe These two also
2 months ago · ·
Carolina Photo To Go LLC In my opinion your curtain rod is too high. Look at pictures on HOUZZ for proper placement
2 months ago · ·
Angela Pascoe I bought a sienna bronze just haven't mount yet. Right is existing and left is new curtain. Need to know if curtain on left goes
2 months ago ·
Angela Pascoe Carolina I have look at pics half high and half low, do you think closer to the blinds is better
2 months ago · ·
Angela Pascoe Forgot to post new curtains and rods
2 months ago · ·
Kelly Are you going for a southwest look? The artwork you are showing seems to go that way. For a rug, I too have sassy puppies, I purchased an outdoor rug. If we have an accident it cleans up easily- no smell. And then a few times a year a take it out and clean it with a hose and let it dry in the sun. I would go with something that has a cooler tone to it, nothing too yellow. Layer in lots of colorful pillows with some neutral textured ones. I think your rods need to be moved out about 4" from the edge of the window frame. It will make the windows appear larger. Ans since you do not have any molding they need to be lower for sure. Try to bring in more neutrals- you do not want the curtains competing with the colors and patterns.
2 months ago · ·
Angela Pascoe I am from the Jamaica so the sunset has always been appealing, plus orange is my favorite color. I will do that with curtain rods. I do plan on adding molding in the future though so should I lower the rods then. or keep them there.
2 months ago ·
Angela Pascoe Love the pillows and rugs, where did you get those.
2 months ago ·
Angela Pascoe @kklinton what do you think about this http://www.westelm.com/products/jute-boucle-rug-flax-t277/?pkey=cflooring-sale&cm_src=flooring-sale||NoFacet-_-NoFacet-_--_-
2 months ago · ·
Kelly Is that rug for exterior use? If not it will take a long time to dry
2 months ago ·
Angela Pascoe An everyday classic, this handwoven rug is made in southern India from jute— a highly sustainable, rapidly renewable resource and a particularly durable material. Available in neutral-colored Flax, this beautifully textured rug is also reversible.
Spot clean. Remove soil with soft brush. Bleeding may occur when wet. Due to the natural fibers and craftsmanship minor imperfections may appear in the weave. These are not defects but common occurrences in items of this nature.
2 months ago ·
Angela Pascoe Where is the one you post from
2 months ago ·
Kelly cream pillow is Target and the colored are Crate and Barrel
2 months ago · ·
Carolina Photo To Go LLC I like your new curtains if they are the striped ones. If you are going to add molding to the window soon, I would wait to lower the rod. But as it is now, it is still too high. You will have to buy sparkling from Lowes and a shackling knife to fill the holes. Sometimes if you scrape off all that is on the surface, you don't have to sand before painting.
2 months ago · ·
Angela Pascoe Rug
2 months ago ·
Angela Pascoe What about this height Carolina. That is the curtain rods over patio doors. Maybe could lower the other two so that they are even the whole way around.
2 months ago ·
Angela Pascoe Thanks Carolina but molding will be on the ceilling not windows not sure if that makes a difference. The curtain rod was messed up from the beginning but was too lazy to fix them. But will do this time around when I do the ceiling, molding, new lights for ceiling. I am working with a designer and she recommended that I lower them also. But trying to do some stuff on my own to save some money.
2 months ago ·
yilmazx I think your rods need to be moved out about 4" from the edge of the window frame. It will make the windows appear larger. Ans since you do not have any molding they need to be lower for sure. http://www.ozgedus.com/tr/
2 months ago · ·
Angela Pascoe I was wondering what you guys think about these options for curtains
2 months ago · ·
Kelly I love the first one!
2 months ago · ·
Angela Pascoe I do too, not too much, not to old fashion and it has colors in there, the one that I have have no natural colors, I think that this is lighter too...
2 months ago ·
Kelly It is bright and fresh, the other was kind of tired looking!!! It's going to be awesome!
2 months ago · ·
Angela Pascoe Awesome you think the pillows will still match also.
2 months ago ·
Kelly yes!
2 months ago · ·
Angela Pascoe I am gonna show you the rug the same company carries, it is better to go plain pillows right
2 months ago ·
Angela Pascoe What you guys think about this piece of art
2 months ago ·
Kelly I think there is too much light blue in the art.
2 months ago · ·
Angela Pascoe Pick this up yesterday.
2 months ago · ·
Angela Pascoe So i went shopping today because I wasn't feeling the plate. Haven't had any luck with shade, so try again or just get a lamp. Check out my finds today
2 months ago ·
Angela Pascoe So i went shopping today because I wasn't feeling the plate. Haven't had any luck with shade, so try again or just get a lamp. Check out my fonds today
2 months ago ·
Angela Pascoe Some more
2 months ago ·
Angela Pascoe A lot of different stuff
2 months ago ·
Angela Pascoe Also found this curtain.
2 months ago · ·
Angela Pascoe I am feeling this vase and found thus curtain.
2 months ago · ·
jlaurern I like the curtain!
2 months ago · ·
jlaurern I think that since you have strong colors on the wall and in the curtain, you may want to think about adding some neutral colors in your design.. I really like where you are going with your design.
2 months ago · ·
jlaurern I also like your vases.
2 months ago · ·
Kelly It looks so much better with that new curtain- so pretty. I think your curtain rod need to be lowered so curtains are just touching the floor. Can you take a pic of the whole for us now? I think you are very close to it looking amazing!
2 months ago · ·
Angela Pascoe I am waiting on handyman he should be here today to add new curtain rod and put up mirror.
2 months ago ·
Kelly Can't wait!
2 months ago · ·
Shobha Bhushan The decoration is going well ,just to bear in mind that neutral palettes have to come in to reduce the strongness of the wall colors.I suggest you choose a wooden tray to be kept on the central table,try doing some woodworking or stenciling just to add some zest ,as right now the table looks boring.this would be easy to maintain tooand serve your guests some tea . Only two prints work well the ones in similar tones ,frame it up withsome silver frame and place them side by side ,that could be your focal point.
2 months ago · ·
Angela Pascoe @shobha what so you mean by two print and neutral. Explain more
2 months ago ·
Angela Pascoe Do you mean something like this, these are some things that I have owned
2 months ago ·
Kelly Love the green pieces
2 months ago · ·
Angela Pascoe I have so many pieces, the third and fourth one picks up color from curtain
2 months ago · ·
Angela Pascoe My cat making herself at home, couldn't help myself. She has a lot to do with my color scheme.
2 months ago · ·
Angela Pascoe Also can you explain or show examples of neutral
2 months ago ·
Kelly Try this link for ideas-
2 months ago ·
Angela Pascoe I think that I am understanding the neutral pallettes. Question think that it would make sense do go neutral in curtain and rug. as kklinton suggest earlier, instead of the current curtain.
2 months ago ·
Kelly Buy what you love, Angela......go with your gut. If you love it that is all that really matters. We do not have to look at the room every day. Do what gives you pleasure when you walk into the room.
2 months ago · ·
Angela Pascoe Thanks, I know what you mean.
2 months ago ·
Angela Pascoe It is just that sometimes you see something that looks good but it font always look good in your house. Or when you sleep on it you realize it wasn't what you want.
2 months ago ·
Kelly I know, it is hard- you seem to like patterns and lots of color. So, if you love the curtains then keep them. Just make sure you are not over powering the room with too much pattern. You want to walk in and say what a lovely space- if the eye is drawn to too many spot in the room they are fighting each other. The arrangement on you cabinet is lovely. when you look at it, you see the lovely lines of the furniture and it has a purpose. Keeping you pillows neutral- solids and beige textures will make you want to sit on the sofa and relax. Also, keep in mind it doesn't have to be finished today. Add the pieces you love and live with it a few days. You are so close to having the room you want.
2 months ago · ·
Angela Pascoe Yeah, agree with patterns but don't think it is fitting with the doorway, don't want it to look like two different room, I can put that curtain in the kitchen.
2 months ago ·
Shobha Bhushan You can choose the candles for highlighting the central table .I mean for the the walls ,the prints you choose could be on similar lines and a silver frame works well .The total look can be achieved in this fashion
2 months ago · ·
Angela Pascoe What do you mean by silver frame can you show examples.
2 months ago ·
Angela Pascoe Walked into Target today and low and behold there was the curtain that I have been looking for. Only thing they only had three in the store. Grab them all and hope and pray that the other stores around have them on hand.
2 months ago ·
Angela Pascoe What do you guys think about this rug and pillows
2 months ago · ·
jlaurern Hi Angela. I like your curtain choices..I tried to find some pics of pillows in complementary neutral tones to give you some ideas. These are just suggestions. Hope they inspire ideas.
2 months ago · ·
jlaurern I like your pillow choices and I think the rug is perfect. I didn't refresh my computer before I sent my pillow suggestions. Your pillows fit in nicely... Nice job...it's all coming together.
2 months ago · ·
Angela Pascoe @Jlauren, Think I like the last one. It is more In line of what I envision, love the pillows examples especially the pattern ones. What is your take on the rug.
2 months ago ·
Angela Pascoe Thank you for your feedback
2 months ago ·
missdenny50 Not a decorator...but I have to say... The room is looking good!!! Nice job!
2 months ago · ·
Angela Pascoe @missdenny50, I have been getting some good suggestions.
2 months ago ·
jlaurern Hi. Angela. I really like the rug. I think it fits in perfectly. How do you feel about the rug? By the way the pillows that you like are also from target (website).
2 months ago · ·
Angela Pascoe I like it, just wanted to be sure it was the right color, got it at Target too for a really good price.
2 months ago · ·
Shobha Bhushan I think you are coming well ,just choose the palette for the pillows as has beenmentioned by missdenny. I think the two table vase s of similar hues as your curtain will give a corner with acane table a perfect spot.Just match up the tone and scale ,same as your curtain palette.Love the color of your curtains.Things are begining to shape well.Good choices
2 months ago · ·
Monica McCleary-Stuart Hey Angela, love the last pics. The curtains and rug look good; loving the pillow choices for the sofa. Great job!
2 months ago · ·
Shobha Bhushan Let the huge floral pillow which has vibrant colors be your focal point,this will make a statement once you place them in between plain sober colored pillows
2 months ago · ·
Angela Pascoe @Jlauren going to Target to get pillow. The one with gold band is from where. @shobsha, one colorful is enough right.
2 months ago · ·
Kelly Lovely!
2 months ago · ·
Angela Pascoe Check out the entryway finish with this also.
2 months ago · ·
jlaurern Hi Angela,
Both pillows are from target.. The pillow with the metallic band is a part of their Nate Berkus collection.
2 months ago · ·
Angela Pascoe Thanks Jlauren, figure that today
2 months ago ·
Shobha Bhushan Yes go ahead place the ones like I have mentiones and you will see for yourself.Try these options.At times once we assemble it does not work,just be willing to try .Decor is about having fun while decorating one;s space.Just remem ber to beopen to ideas and let it in,feel good about your choices
2 months ago · ·
Carolina Photo To Go LLC Hi Angela. Sorry, I was not on computer for awhile. I love your new curtains (orange) but then I liked the striped ones too!!! See you have good taste. I thought from your post you said you needed more curtains than you could find at the Target store? You might be able to find them online too at Target.com. I love your pillows. I think if you had another orange one for the other end of the couch (total of 2 ) that it would balance things. Hope you are doing well! Have a great day!
2 months ago · ·
Angela Pascoe Hi Carolina, all is well here but the allergies is acting up but thanks for checking in. Yes I got three more from another store and hopefully the next one will have the same. I added some more pillows last night but I do agree that I needed another orange should have went with my gut. Add the creme but thinking it should be more of a taupe close to the sofa. I am gonna get the gold one too but next shopping trip.
2 months ago · ·
Angela Pascoe The second one with all of them. Was not sure if the creme one was to much..
2 months ago ·
Shobha Bhushan Just move the pillow in the 2nd pic dram one from left to right side ,place the two creams at the end position ,move the beige one to the left side in between red and green,I think it will bled well.I like the pillow choices .
Alternately,try 3pillows to the left area ,remove the 1st cream pillow and place it next to the blue one ,remove one tan pillow ,odd variants are intersting ,just juggle them to get the look
2 months ago · ·
jlaurern Hi Angela, love your pillow choices. Like Shobha stated, now you just have to juggle the pillows around till you find what fits for you.

I like your grouping idea. When i look at your first pic I would try the floral target pillow in front with two bright creme ones behind it.This would be focal point of couch.
Then assuming you buy another orange pillow. Flank the ends of the couch with orange pillow, the green pillow then the dark tan pillow on one side of the couch. The other end do orange pillow, blue pillow then dark tan pillow.
Thanks for the update photos.. It is really looking good. Keep having fun with it. I also like your entry way.
2 months ago · ·
Carolina Photo To Go LLC Sorry about your allergies. I took allergy shots for years! My hubby introduced me to Honeywell air cleaners so we have one in our bedroom ( we keep all doors closed at night to get maximum benefit) and we have one in our family room too. We got them at Home Depot. Big improvement with them.
Take care and your room looks nice.
2 months ago · ·
Angela Pascoe Update guys, pillows complete. Coffee table meager.
2 months ago · ·
Angela Pascoe Working on coffee table. Need new end tables now.
2 months ago ·
Angela Pascoe Need end table ideas with storage
2 months ago ·
Angela Pascoe Replace this
2 months ago ·
Angela Pascoe These are my pictures options so far.
2 months ago ·
Angela Pascoe What about this print
2 months ago · ·
Shobha Bhushan I feel you can go withthis silhoute of a lady.As for the end tables walnut coloresd ones with black beading and storage will look good.Pier I ,cost plus or any other sales where you could find would be suitable.
2 months ago · ·
Angela Pascoe Found these lamps while I was out, too much with the coffee table or just one lamp. Did not get the orange one but got the other two.
2 months ago ·
Angela Pascoe This us what the coffee table looks like.
2 months ago ·
Jayme Hobbs That green lamp is cool Angela!
2 months ago ·
Angela Pascoe You think it will fit in all that orange
2 months ago ·
Angela Pascoe I also realize with all the holes in the wall I am going to have to paint even though I did not want to.
2 months ago ·
Jayme Hobbs Did u get the green one too? I would like to see it out...I think it would look cool.
2 months ago · ·
Angela Pascoe No I did not get the green ones, I was thinking that I did not want to introduce another color. So you don't like the other ones because I can take them back. Also should I get two or one lamp. Thanks
2 months ago ·
Angela Pascoe Here is s better color of the the green
2 months ago ·
Angela Pascoe Here are the blue
2 months ago · ·
Angela Pascoe What about these choices for coffee table.
2 months ago ·
Jayme Hobbs Are u replacing your end tables and ottoman? Or just end tables? If just end tables..I would go with the metal before a lighter wood just because it looked like you have darker wood pieces in the house..?
2 months ago · ·
Angela Pascoe I am hoping for just the end tables for now and yes I like the metal but was hoping for some type of storage.
2 months ago · ·
Angela Pascoe Like the one on the right..
2 months ago ·
Angela Pascoe So this is what the room looks like now with the curtains and pillows. Know that I have to cover up holes in the walls. I have also orders a new computer desk which will take care of cutter in the corner.
2 months ago · ·
Angela Pascoe One more thing the room seems darker even though the curtain is bright
2 months ago ·
Angela Pascoe Still looking for lamp and end table any suggestions on the ones posted.
2 months ago ·
Angela Pascoe I also realize that I am going to have to paint because of the holes in the wall but wont be able to do that until the end of this school semester.
2 months ago · ·
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8 weeks ago · ·
Angela Pascoe Some more pics with picture and new end table and lamp.
8 weeks ago · ·
Shobha Bhushan I feel the lamp shade is not working well,try another shape if you have one ,you can post the pic somewhere it feels monotonous
8 weeks ago · ·
Angela Pascoe It comes with the lamp, tried hard to get that lamp color. What do you mean feel monotonous
8 weeks ago ·
Kelly The room looks amazing, Angela. Great job!
8 weeks ago · ·
Shobha Bhushan Now the pic is clear,the blue base looks good and now all are coming togetherwell.Now that you have send more pics it is clear how it looks.It is great
7 weeks ago · ·
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