Matt and Shari » Bed and Bath http://mattandshari.com Real Decorating for Real People Tue, 04 Jun 2019 21:50:40 +0000 en-US hourly 1 Everyone Should Learn How to Sew a Ruffled Bedskirt http://mattandshari.com/sewing/bed-and-bath/everyone-should-learn-how-to-sew-a-ruffled-bedskirt/ http://mattandshari.com/sewing/bed-and-bath/everyone-should-learn-how-to-sew-a-ruffled-bedskirt/#comments Thu, 27 Sep 2012 14:57:15 +0000 http://mattandshari.com/?p=5486 Learning to sew a ruffled bedskirt teaches you how to gather fabric, sew hems, and save money by sewing decorative items yourself!  A bed skirt can be ruffled or tailored, depending on the style of the bedroom. Also referred to as duster, dust ruffle or bed valance, bed skirts serve to finish off the bed...

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]]> http://mattandshari.com/sewing/bed-and-bath/personalize-your-bath-with-a-home-made-shower-curtain/feed/ 2 Creative Shower Curtain Ideas and Details http://mattandshari.com/sewing/bed-and-bath/creative-shower-curtain-ideas-and-details/ http://mattandshari.com/sewing/bed-and-bath/creative-shower-curtain-ideas-and-details/#comments Thu, 02 Feb 2012 22:00:19 +0000 http://mattandshari.com/?p=5216 Don’t let your shower curtain – the main fabric in your bathroom – be boring!  Try some of these creative ideas for pumping up it’s style! You know, surprisingly enough, as simple as a shower curtain might seem, I have a lot to say about sewing a shower curtain. Yes, they are basically a flat panel...

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]]> http://mattandshari.com/sewing/bed-and-bath/creative-shower-curtain-ideas-and-details/feed/ 5 Follow These Steps to Make a Duvet Cover http://mattandshari.com/sewing/bed-and-bath/follow-these-steps-to-make-a-duvet-cover/ http://mattandshari.com/sewing/bed-and-bath/follow-these-steps-to-make-a-duvet-cover/#respond Mon, 29 Aug 2011 15:15:44 +0000 http://mattandshari.com/?p=4500 Duvet covers offer so many options from the added warmth of the actual insert to the comfort of using the light duvet cover alone.  Plus, make several so you can change up your bedroom for the seasons! A bedroom should be a retreat, a place to let daytime worries fade away. One way to create a warm and inviting...

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]]> http://mattandshari.com/sewing/bed-and-bath/follow-these-steps-to-make-a-duvet-cover/feed/ 0 Ideas on How to Embellish Your Bed Linens http://mattandshari.com/sewing/bed-and-bath/ideas-on-how-to-embellish-your-bed-linens/ http://mattandshari.com/sewing/bed-and-bath/ideas-on-how-to-embellish-your-bed-linens/#respond Fri, 27 Aug 2010 14:13:26 +0000 http://mattandshari.com/?p=3521 Embellishing items that you already have around your home is a great way to freshen up the place without spending too much money.  For instance, how about giving your plain sheets and pillowcases a little lift with simple embellishments that make them look like a million bucks? How about embroidery? This photo is taken from...

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]]> http://mattandshari.com/sewing/bed-and-bath/ideas-on-how-to-embellish-your-bed-linens/feed/ 0 Enhance a Store Bought Shower Curtain http://mattandshari.com/sewing/bed-and-bath/enhance-a-store-bought-shower-curtain/ http://mattandshari.com/sewing/bed-and-bath/enhance-a-store-bought-shower-curtain/#respond Mon, 03 May 2010 14:57:51 +0000 http://mattandshari.com/?p=3229 The disadvantage to purchasing items “off the shelf”, or “ready made” is that they never quite fit perfectly. But with a little creativity you can make them perfect for you! It’s the same with clothing and home products.  I find that there is no sheet out there that exactly fits my bed.  Some fitted sheets...

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