http://www.articlesnatch.com/rss2/swags swags Articles from ArticleSnatch.com Rss Follow Up Thu, 16 Feb 2012 04:32:50 -0500 crafts]]> Valentine]]> ribbon]]> decorations]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Valentine-Ribbon-Fun/3639638 Wed, 08 Feb 2012 14:32:45 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Valentine-Ribbon-Fun/3639638 If you're choosing a new window treatment for your home, why not consider Roman blinds? Depending on the fabric and finished style, Roman blinds can help you to create a range of effects, from cosy to modern. What Are Roman Blinds? Roman blinds are made of fabric, backed with lining material. This makes them a very flexible choice, as you can coordinate the colour and style of the fabric with the decor of the room. Thin wooden or fibreglass rods are fastened horizontally across the back of the blinds, so that they can be drawn up into sections when not in use. Why Use Roman Blinds? Roman blinds sit just inside or just outside the window frame, making them a neat and unobtrusive choice of window treatment. When not in use, they can be gathered into folds at the top of the window frame. This makes them ideal for use in dark or small rooms, as they let in more light than curtains.home]]> interior design]]> decorating]]> home improvement]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Roman-Blinds--The-Perfect-Cross-Between-Blinds-And-Curtains/3617252 Wed, 01 Feb 2012 16:27:15 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Roman-Blinds--The-Perfect-Cross-Between-Blinds-And-Curtains/3617252 Window coverings can enhance your interior design. The type of coverings you choose can set the tone for the rest of the room, or merely serve as an accent to colors found in its surroundings, such as on your upholstery. There are several factors to consider when comparing and selecting the right coverings for your rooms. Think light, style, material, color and overall treatment as part of your framework for selection. One element to consider is the type of room where you plan to use these design treatments. You may want minimal covering or maximum privacy, depending on the primary use of the room. Think about whether there will be a lot of activity, or whether the space may be a bedroom. This can determine the amount of coverage or shading from sun you may want the covering to provide. You may want to consider exterior issues as they relate to the window. If the space gets a lot of direct sunlight, this can factor into how much insulation you want the treatments to provide in the room. This element also may determine whether it is safe to go with a bold pattern that might fade in the sun.Drapery]]> Window Shades]]> Blinds]]> hobbies]]> Home]]> Family]]> Shopping]]> Society]]> home improvement]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/How-To-Decide-On-Window-Coverings/3592469 Mon, 23 Jan 2012 23:56:56 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/How-To-Decide-On-Window-Coverings/3592469 The right curtains can add architectural interest to a room, creating focal points that can elevate a nondescript space into something special. Purchasing curtains online is a convenient option, one that can simplify the process of window ornamentation. To ensure that the curtains fit, both physically and visually, it's helpful to understand the types of fabrics and window hardware available, as well as the various ways to install them. Fabric Choices When it comes to creating the right window treatment for a room, the specific type of fabric may not be as important as its weight. Cotton, for example, can be as thin and crisp as chintz or as thick and plush as velvet. Fabrics for curtains fall into four general categories: sheer, semi-sheer, semi-opaque and opaque. Each has a distinctive look and provides varying degrees of control over light and privacy. Sheer fabrics lend a light and airy feeling to rooms. They also let in the most natural light, but do little to protect privacy. Semi-sheer window treatments can include layers of sheer fabric or sheers with embroidered patterns or lace.Curtains]]> on-line shopping]]> shopping]]> DIY]]> home]]> home improvement]]> decoratind]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Tips-For-Purchasing-Curtains-Online/3568510 Mon, 16 Jan 2012 02:50:27 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Tips-For-Purchasing-Curtains-Online/3568510 Casa de decoraço sempre requer muitas coisas, em que as cortinas de modo janela como cortinas e persianas rj no pode ser negligenciado em tudo. Há algumas persianas verticais que têm sido utilizados como janela padro que cobrem desde os anos passado. Eles significavam para fornecer controle sobre a luz ea temperatura no lugar de estar com janelas. Com o decorrer do tempo, os desenhos e padrões também so alteradas de acordo com a imaginaço. Embora os cegos janela básica permanece a mesma, mas tomado por adicionar muitos de recursos fornecidos pelo avanço da tecnologia. Nas eras olden houve o uso extensivo dos veludos pesados com brocados e rendas na janela persianas so feitas. Eles foram considerados os itens de luxo real e só foi visível nas casas dos ricos. Eles no só constitui a melhor usado para ajustar a luz do sol dentro de casa em épocas diferentes, mas também considerada uma decoraço muito boa para o lar. Eles também têm swags lindo e valências que so muito detalhados no trabalho. Nos anos 40 meados de produço em massa das capas de tecido leve e cortinas de alumínio com base começou.persianas rio de janeiro]]> persianas rj]]> cortinas rio de jane]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Preferem-Blinds-Mais-De-Cortinas-Para-Sua-Casa/3564905 Sat, 14 Jan 2012 06:58:41 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Preferem-Blinds-Mais-De-Cortinas-Para-Sua-Casa/3564905 Window treatments, which can include curtains, blinds and decorative drapes, serve a number of purposes. You can use them to block out light and draughts, to help create a colour scheme, or to turn a window into a focal point. The type of treatment that you choose will depend on the shape, style and position of your window, the purpose of the room, and the overall effect that you want to create. Blinds Blinds normally fit inside or just outside the frame of the window, and are a contemporary, practical choice of window covering. They're great for rooms where you sometimes need to block out light completely, such as bedrooms. They also fold up neatly against the window frame when not in use. Whether you opt for plain or patterned roman blinds, they'll help give the room a clean, modern feel. You can also use blinds to cover unusually-shaped windows, where there isn't room for a curtain. The most common types of blind are roman, roller and venetian blinds. Roman blinds are made of fabric, and fold up when not in use. Roller blinds are made of stiffened fabric, and roll away into a very small space when not required.windows]]> interior design]]> home]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Different-Options-For-Window-Treatments/3558872 Thu, 12 Jan 2012 17:14:50 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Different-Options-For-Window-Treatments/3558872 Roman blinds, blinds that gather into pleats or folds when raised, are becoming an increasingly popular choice for window coverings, favoured for their practicality, affordability and style. A broad selection of materials, colours, patterns, fabrics and styles offers endless design possibilities. With so many fashionable options, choosing the right Roman blinds for your home can be a bit challenging. Criteria such as the size, style and proportion of the window itself, as well as the decorative style and ambience of the room, can help inform purchasing decisions. The Right Blind for the Right Window Although most people mount Roman blinds over the window frame, when the frame or woodwork around a window is distinctive, mounting the blinds within the frame can emphasise the window's architectural elements. For natural wood framework, match the colour of the blinds to complement the tones of the stained or polished wood. Wood or bamboo Roman blinds mounted within the window frame will echo the natural look of the wood. A patterned blind that includes shades from the frame will present a softer look, while still complementing the woodwork.home]]> design]]> blinds]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Choosing-The-Best-Roman-Blinds-For-Your-Home/3433969 Thu, 08 Dec 2011 08:37:20 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Choosing-The-Best-Roman-Blinds-For-Your-Home/3433969 Material provides a prosperity of possibilities for improving one's house décor. They give the bit of magnificence particularly to the windows. Ready-created curtain solar panels are the tradition in shops nowadays. Typically strung from cut bands, tab-tops or the fishing rod wallet outer shell, they're out there in several measures and widths to suit the selection of window dimensions. Unlined and light-weight, they're the choice to official custom-created curtains that are typically covered, pleated and created to suit the precise measurements of the window. If curtains aren't hooked up to the fishing rod with bands, they're typically persisted navigate supports, permitting the solar panels to be opened up and shut by the twine that hangs behind the material. The ancient roman tone provides the thoroughly clean, traditional search for any inside style. There are several totally different variations of this well-liked tone, as well as the foremost ancient look of a set solar panel that makes gentle retracts when elevated and one with overlapping retracts that are noticeable when decreased. Roller shades were once solely out there in whitened vinyl fabric. Nowadays, there is an limitless selection of materials to settle on from.windows]]> treatments]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Custom-Window-Treatments---Features-And-Benefits-Of-Custom-Window-Treatments/3418584 Sun, 04 Dec 2011 16:06:11 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Custom-Window-Treatments---Features-And-Benefits-Of-Custom-Window-Treatments/3418584 Vertical window blinds have been a standard window covering for many centuries, providing the means to control light and temperature in any living space that has windows. Design and desire tend to conspire over time to refine and simplify the devices we use. It is no different with the development and advances made with the basic window blind. At a time when interior design was literally "draped" in luxury, the application of heavy velvets, rich brocades, and delicate laces were used to cover windows in layers to complement room d AND eacute;cor. This also required beautiful valances and swags that touched off the detail in the work. By 1946, mass-production of the classic fabric covered, aluminium-style blind was largely responsible for initially generating increased popularity among the average consumer. By 1985, modern materials and the ability to fabricate a more energy efficient alternative to the classic venetian blind has resulted in a much more practical application in styles designed to fit any decor. As curtain styles have evolved beyond the basic pleated drape, many have found there is a great deal of planning, design, construction, and expense that goes into perfecting the right look.home]]> interior design]]> decorating]]> home improvement]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Window-Blinds---Better-Alternative-To-Curtains/3369831 Mon, 21 Nov 2011 23:42:19 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Window-Blinds---Better-Alternative-To-Curtains/3369831 Marquees are a common image at the modern British wedding. Hardly a weekend or bank holiday goes by without most people spying those white minarets dotting the stately grounds and gardens of the Norfolk countryside. In Norfolk, marquee hire is an increasingly popular option with those planning all sorts of events. They are used to house temporary restaurants at big events such as race days and literary festivals. They regularly play host to corporate events, talks and launches. And where would the village fete be without the protection they offer from all manner of weather? But why is Norfolk marquee hire now such big business? What are the reasons for its lasting appeal? A lot of it is due to the almost infinite variety of options that marquee event hire can offer. As well as the traditional square design, Norfolk marquee hire companies can offer hexagonal and triangular designs. Different sections of differing shapes and sizes can be joined together to create layouts as complex or as simple as you want. A special guttering system ensures water does not pool and leak through at the joins during heavy rain.Event hire]]> Norfolk marquee hire]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Marquee-Eventhire--Versatile-And-Stylish/3365651 Sun, 20 Nov 2011 22:26:51 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Marquee-Eventhire--Versatile-And-Stylish/3365651 Fall Wreaths]]> Dried flower wreaths]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/The-Wreath-Depot---Falls-Wreaths-That-Add-Style-And-Elegance-To-Your-Special-Events/3364427 Sun, 20 Nov 2011 00:23:29 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/The-Wreath-Depot---Falls-Wreaths-That-Add-Style-And-Elegance-To-Your-Special-Events/3364427 When it is an issue of interior decorating and adding those finishing touches that transform a house into a home then it is mandatory to dress the windows with made to measure curtains and Roman Blinds. The former guarantees bespoke curtains that are chosen precisely to adorn the particular window in question and all considerations are taken into account when the choice is being made. Elements such as the size and shape of the window, the amount of light entering the room, the position of the window and the surrounding décor such as colour of wall paint or wall paper and ceiling colour, will all impinge on the choice of made to measure curtains. Material quality, texture and colour will all be dictated by the room characteristics, to provide a set of curtains that fit perfectly in every respect. It is important to remember that your window is almost like a landscape painting as it frames an exterior view which can range from a rural idyll to a city or town street overlooking other buildings, whatever the scene your made to measure curtains will provide the frame that highlights that window view.Roman Blinds]]> Made to measure curtains]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/How-To-Use-Made-To-Measure-Curtains-And-Roman-Blinds/3355274 Thu, 17 Nov 2011 06:23:48 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/How-To-Use-Made-To-Measure-Curtains-And-Roman-Blinds/3355274 Accent lamps are the little charmers of the lighting world! Antique accent lamps may be small but are underrated for the immense charm they can impart. Charm is a word we hear very little of these days, although it's something we naturally look for. We may not often hear the word, but there's a part of us that seeks it out. Charm can be defined in a number of ways: - to attract, or delight, to enchant. Charm is alluring, or pleasing, a particular quality that attracts and delights. Accent lamps are small and sometimes, very small. The title itself is derived from the word, to accentuate, to highlight, or shed light on a small area. An accent lamp will not illuminate a room or hall way, but is the perfect choice as a small task light. The accent lamp is considered to be niche lighting and most successfully used to provide light on a desk, a small side table, sideboard or even a mantle piece. Accent lamps are also chosen as small bed side lamps.antique lamps]]> lamps]]> accent lamps]]> table lamps]]> vintage lamps]]> lighting]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Antique-Accent-Lamps---A-Little-Classic/3355044 Thu, 17 Nov 2011 05:47:29 -0500 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Antique-Accent-Lamps---A-Little-Classic/3355044 The subject of "Dresden" porcelain is not only vast, but can be a complete minefield. Dresden is more of a region or style than a single maker and basically one with a lost history. It's not what's known about Dresden, but what's not known about Dresden that's central to the subject. Geographically, Dresden is situated on the river Elbe, about 100 miles /160 km south of Berlin and is the capital city of the German State of Saxony. When mention of porcelain and Saxony are used in the same sentence, we need to pause and recall that Saxony was the early 18th century birthplace of European porcelain. The driving force behind the push to discover the then "secret" of porcelain was Augustus, Elector of Saxony and King of Poland. Augustus was a ceramic fanatic to say the least, being a voracious collector of both Chinese and Japanese porcelain. Augustus was not only fascinated, but well informed and knowledgeable about the subject. He was among the first in Europe to recognize the sublime artistic qualities of Japan's 17th century "Kakiemon" style of ceramic decoration which was just finding its way to the princely courts of Europe.antique lamps]]> lamps]]> table lamps]]> vintage lamps]]> antique table lamps]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Antique-Lamps---Dresden--A-Lost-History/3285930 Thu, 03 Nov 2011 01:15:58 -0400 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Antique-Lamps---Dresden--A-Lost-History/3285930 Christmas is a time of year when all the stops are taken out when it comes to putting up special decorations. Rarely, will a holiday ignite such excitement and every business owner is only too aware of how important it is to mark the occasion and embrace the spirit of the time of year. It explains, at least in part, why providing commercial Christmas decorations are a valuable part of the services any forward thinking landscaping company offers. While interior landscaping is certainly a year round service, providing plants and flowers to enhance any office or commercial space, the arrival of special festive occasions is a golden opportunity for companies to change things around to reflect the time of year. Christmas is perhaps the biggest and most obvious example. The availability of distinctly festive plants, such as poinsettias, for example, and floral arrangements featuring them, brings the time of year into the work place. Even if artificial plants are used, the positive feelings are harnessed and transferred into the office environment itself. One might wonder how this enhances the work image of the company.interior landscaping]]> commercial christmas decorations]]> artificial plants]]> ambius]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/How-The-Right-Commercial-Christmas-Decorations-Can-Enhance-The-Work-Image-Of-A-Company/3283265 Wed, 02 Nov 2011 08:35:08 -0400 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/How-The-Right-Commercial-Christmas-Decorations-Can-Enhance-The-Work-Image-Of-A-Company/3283265 Corporate Gift-Giving]]> Christmas Gifts]]> Christmas centerpieces]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/The-Fine-Art-Of-Corporate-Gift-giving/3238871 Tue, 25 Oct 2011 06:35:45 -0400 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/The-Fine-Art-Of-Corporate-Gift-giving/3238871 Various types of fabrics that are available to furnish a home provide great opportunities to plan the décor and style of a home. A vast number of options are available for anyone, from the average home maker to an interior designer to make any living space come alive. When starting to decorate, try to visualize the space from different angles to make the most of the area available. Even when you approach a home from the outside, your gaze automatically lands on the doors and windows, and you see the pretty lace curtains or other types of soft materials used to treat the windows, as well as the glass in the doors. Different designs and styles are available in online linen stores and it is advisable carefully consider the wide selection of designer sets before making your choice. Lace curtains are available in panels of different sizes and beautiful soft designs. They are great for use in homes as they let in natural light while filtering the glare from the light coming into the room. You can purchase them alone, or choose matching valances with or without trim, and tiers or swags with or without trim.Lace curtains]]> Table linen]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Putting-Schemes-Together-With-Lace-Curtains-And-Table-Linens/3197754 Tue, 18 Oct 2011 07:17:25 -0400 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Putting-Schemes-Together-With-Lace-Curtains-And-Table-Linens/3197754 Lace curtains can be a wonderful present for a friend or family member. When dressing up the interior of a home, a lot of attention is given to adding elegance and charm through the use of accessories, colors and the right type of window and door treatments. Lace curtains add a special charm that spells luxury when they adorn the windows and doors. With the various types of styles and colors that are now available in the market, you can express your own individuality. Sheers can be used as curtains, but if you wish to maintain privacy, it is recommended that you use a liner behind them. Using the same color helps the fabrics to blend. The variations in quality, style and matching accessories make it interesting for home owners to determine which is right for them.You can add ribbon trims, or tie backs, to accentuate or blend with the design of the curtain.Generally, whitelace curtains help to enliven the room by adding a touch of airiness and light to the room. The half panel sizes fit in the lower half of a window and can be accentuated with a pretty lace valance on the top half.Lace curtains]]> duvet set]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Give-The-Gift-Oflace-Curtains-Or-A-Duvet-Set/3196213 Tue, 18 Oct 2011 03:09:22 -0400 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Give-The-Gift-Oflace-Curtains-Or-A-Duvet-Set/3196213 Luxury Linen]]> Lace curtains]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Pamper-Your-Senses-By-Selecting-The-Best-Luxury-Linen/3195880 Tue, 18 Oct 2011 02:29:37 -0400 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Pamper-Your-Senses-By-Selecting-The-Best-Luxury-Linen/3195880 Walk into a wreath-making facility during the pre-holiday season and the scent is overwhelmingly wonderful. All that fresh-cut noble fir, pine, cedar, cypress and juniper perfumes the air and transports you to the deep woods on a summer morning, or to the delights of childhood holidays. And it's true: nothing is so evocative, so potent in the memory process, as scent. But what gives the fresh evergreens in holiday wreaths, swags, garland and centerpieces their signature fragrances? In general terms, these are greens with balsamic properties: gummy resins with pleasant scents. In chemical terms, it's acids and phenols, or aromatic hydrocarbons, found in the needles, stems and wood of evergreens. Pine and cedar, including juniper and cypress, have the highest concentrations of terpene alcohols, aromatic hydrocarbons, ethers, and esters. Adding to the redolence of these greens are abiatic acid in pine and plicatic acid in cedar. These substances accomplish more than producing scent. These substances can kill germs and bacteria and repel insects. There's a reason that so many household cleaners involve pine oil, and that cedar chips are used for dog beds.Fresh evergreens]]> christmas wreaths]]> christmas gift]]> http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Scent-Of-Fresh-Evergreens/3155908 Tue, 11 Oct 2011 02:39:15 -0400 http://www.articlesnatch.com/Article/Scent-Of-Fresh-Evergreens/3155908