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New Curtains for the Dining Room

By Anita 34 Comments

dining-room-with-white-curtains

 

Sometimes I wonder if you come over here because you love my house or if you are just wondering what the crazy lady is up to. So yes I had lovely, lovely curtains in here. The gray curtains were beautiful, but I felt they were too dark for this room. And so the gray linen curtains went upstairs to my two daughters’ bedrooms. You can see one room here and I haven’t photographed the other one yet. Sorry Peggy, I was able to reuse them, so they won’t be coming to your house.

 

dining-room-bench

I really love the gray curtains in my daughters’s room for a cozy look, and I love the cream curtains in here for a brighter look. The room looks so much more open and bright.

I am not going to hate on the gray curtains, they are really lovely, and I did select them. Here is the deal. The darker colors add a warmth and coziness to the room, and make it feel a bit smaller. The lighter curtains open up the room, and make it feel more spacious and airy.

I think the thing is to decide which look you are going for and select curtains based on the look you want to achieve. I thought I wanted the cozy look in this room, but then changed my mind.

cream-curtains-dining-room

I honestly didn’t feel bad about changing my mind, because I knew I could use the gray curtains upstairs. Now if I had a completely different look upstairs, the move might not have worked. I talk about having a cohesive look in your home for several reasons, and this is just one of them. You can move things from one room to another if the color scheme and look are similar.

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I am loving the new look I have to say! I used a sweet trim to give the curtains a touch of color.

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The curtains were provided by Bali Blinds.

 

Fabric – Dover 1157 Snowfall
pinch pleat curtains
with trim on both sides.
trim – 1 1/2 inch globe fringe mingled morning blue 4014

You can read more about the curtains on the Bali Blinds Blog.

 

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Comments

  1. Heidi says

    May 17, 2015 at 07:57

    I like it a lot better with the lighter curtains. Although I l did like the Grey curtains too.

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  2. Cindy says

    May 17, 2015 at 08:23

    Oh, wow, I love the new curtains, especially the detail trim! These may be perfect for our master bedroom renovation!

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  3. Cindy says

    May 17, 2015 at 09:21

    Great change. Love the rug in the room

    Cindy

    Reply
  4. Carol says

    May 17, 2015 at 09:44

    Love the new curtains and the trim adds perfect detail. Beautiful room.

    Reply
  5. lynne@lynnesgiftsfromtheheart says

    May 17, 2015 at 10:04

    I love the new lighter look. I too, have been switching drapes. fondly ~lynne~

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  6. Gee says

    May 17, 2015 at 10:36

    Luv the new look. So much brighter!! Darling trim addition!

    Reply
  7. lyn says

    May 17, 2015 at 13:13

    could not find the rug at Ballard web site. Is it one they continue to carry? Very pretty and smart looking. sos.

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    • Anita says

      May 17, 2015 at 17:52

      It was on sale when I bought it so it may have been discontinued Lyn.

      Reply
  8. Nancy Brantley says

    May 17, 2015 at 15:31

    I like both curtains but I like the lighter look in the dining room. The gray curtains look good in daughters rooms.

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  9. Marlene Stephenson says

    May 17, 2015 at 17:48

    Are you sure you didn’t buy the curtains for the trim,they are really beautiful and they do change the look.

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  10. Mallori says

    May 17, 2015 at 19:25

    Love the new look- just beautiful! Where did you purchase the curtain rods?

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    • Anita says

      May 18, 2015 at 07:58

      Pottery Barn Mallori.

      Reply
      • Nikki says

        October 16, 2015 at 08:33

        Did you use the .75 or 1.25″ diameter rods, Anita???

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        • Anita says

          October 18, 2015 at 13:38

          I need to measure them, I don’t know.

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  11. Barbara Hall says

    May 24, 2015 at 15:21

    I love the new lighter curtains, especially at this time of the year, and also love the accent of the dark line of the rods I need to get curtains for my dining room, so this is inspiring.

    Question: are the rods and curtain the kind that have a side drawstring? or pull-type? I don’t know which way to go.

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    • Anita says

      May 24, 2015 at 16:38

      Barbara, I never close the curtains because I have the bamboo shades.

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      • Kathryn says

        August 24, 2015 at 17:17

        What brand and color are your shades? Love them!

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        • Anita says

          August 24, 2015 at 17:33

          Here you go Kathryn

          https://cedarhillfarmhouse.com/2014/03/window-blinds-sources-information.html

          Reply
  12. wendy says

    May 29, 2015 at 07:50

    I LOVE this look. What color bamboo shades do you have?

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    • Anita says

      May 29, 2015 at 10:56

      It’s all here Wendy https://cedarhillfarmhouse.com/2014/03/window-blinds-sources-information.html

      Reply
  13. wendy says

    May 29, 2015 at 07:52

    I also love the chandelier. I am searching for one like that. Where did you find it? Thanks so much! I love your style!

    Reply
    • Anita says

      May 29, 2015 at 10:55

      Horchow

      Reply
  14. Laurie Flickinger says

    October 14, 2015 at 14:56

    Are the natural shades from Bali too? And if so, what is the name of the color?

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    • Anita says

      October 14, 2015 at 20:56

      Yes, Cabo Placid. https://cedarhillfarmhouse.com/2014/03/window-blinds-sources-information.html

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  15. Clo says

    February 28, 2016 at 14:56

    Both sets of curtains are lovely. The Grey are wonderful and cozy for winter/autumn and the off white refreshing for spring/summer. I make my own curtains and switch my dining curtains with the seasons and sometimes make special ones just for Christmas.

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    • Anita says

      February 28, 2016 at 21:16

      Great idea Clo.

      Reply
  16. Katie says

    March 30, 2016 at 18:42

    What color is the wall painted? I love it and want the same for my dining room

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    • Anita says

      March 31, 2016 at 09:16

      SW agreeable gray

      Reply
  17. Susan says

    May 15, 2018 at 14:20

    Anita,
    your dining room is gorgeous! If you want a change to a cozier look switch back to the gray when the season’s change. I was bored with my color scheme; but didn’t want to spend a lot of money. My daughter said to me, Mom you wouldn’t wear the same outfit every day so why should your rooms look the same. My liv/dining rooms are decorated in fall tones with wine colored velvet panels with cream textured sheers with reed blinds. I removed the heavy velvet panels and slipcovered my couch in cream colored drop cloth material. I added neutral pillows and changed out my rug to a inexpensive faux seagrass. I changed out my pictures and accessories and Wow, what a difference! Styling for the seasons has inspired me. Now, to do the same for Christmas.

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  18. Maureen says

    May 29, 2018 at 13:08

    Can you please explain to me how to order these curtains? I think they are so beautiful!

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    • Anita says

      May 29, 2018 at 19:32

      Maureen, call Bali Blinds and give them the info in my post. You can send them the link to my curtains if you need to. They should be able to help you. Or you can call Blinds.com.

      Reply
  19. Nancy DiBari says

    July 17, 2020 at 07:54

    Love your dining room set. Can you share where you got it?

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    • Anita says

      July 17, 2020 at 15:03

      Nancy, the table is from Restoration Hardware. The chairs are from a French antique auction.

      Reply
      • Nancy DiBari says

        July 18, 2020 at 21:37

        Do you have any info about it? I can’t find it on RH website.

        Reply

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