Before they weave it, most silk textile manufacturers dye their yarn, and they may bleach it. These manufacturers may also stiffen or steam silk to achieve desired attributes.
Sashing is sometimes also called a lattice. It’s the joining of fabric strips between quilt blocks to form borders. Some quilts have sashing around the individual blocks. In others, the border is around all the blocks, collectively.
In fact, the practice goes all the way back to ancient times. Even though it’s an old art, it’s never become obsolete. People of all ages enjoy this creative and functional hobby.
A photo quilt, or photo memory quilt, is just what its name implies. It’s a modern quilt consisting of a series of photos transferred onto fabric to make individual blocks. These are stitched together to create something of a photo gallery.
If you haven't heard of Beaune, then you don't know about French Burgundy. Here you will see all of the great names of the French Burgundy business in a beautiful historic town. Don't miss it!
Take a maximalist approach when decorating a blank staircase wall for a warm and eclectic feel. Layer a gallery wall over vibrant and colorful wallpaper to bring this often neglected space to life.
The beautiful stone chapel, cloaked in climbing grapevines, was built to commemorate Bernard de Clairvaux' preaching of the Second Crusade here in 1146. It is a sublime place today for peaceful meditation in the deep Burgundian countryside.
Swap white walls for beige to maintain a neutral feel while adding warmth. This Scandinavian apartment from Fantastic Frank pairs beige walls with gray, black, and blue accents for a modern feel.
Or, for example Meursault is only a 20 minute drive away so that time can be easily divided between wine tasting and touring Beaune in a day. Many wine tours depart from Beaune and it is an easy drive from Geneva. Beaune is also a very walkable city. We would prefer to stay again in Beaune over Dijon.
Hand-crafted zellige tiles add a textural feel to modern spaces, with pelo two tiles exactly alike. Marie Flanigan Interiors added character to a modern farmhouse kitchen with gleaming zellige tiles on the wall behind the range. Try them in the bathroom as well, alone or mixed with other tiles depending on your here style.
Great location for a stopover while travelling through France as very close to the motorway exit. We were travelling to Italy and only wanted somewhere to eat and sleep after a long day - although the town itself is lovely and is close to Beaune and Dijon so the hotel could be a base if you wanted to explore this part of Burgundy.
Satin is known to be less absorbing than cotton which allows less moisture to escape into your pillowcase during the night, keeping it locked in your hair instead. This felt amazing and really was a game changer when it came to getting ready.
First, you’ll want to check the grain line of fabric before you bring it home and try to cut it. Usually, you can tell at a glance if the fabric has been cut on-grain. With a new piece, look at the corners. If they’re cut at clean right angles, then most likely your fabric is on-grain.
Jump on the wavy headboard trend for an easy update that will make your bedroom feel current. Desiree Burns Interiors paired a white bouclé and natural wood headboard with vibrant pink wallpaper illustrated with larger-than-life birds and branches for an immersive feel.