The Archive · 1937

Bright Window Chintzes

Chintz curtains in rather strong. gaily-coloured designs make an excellent window treatment for the summer cottage. When the window s draped with cream or tinted muslin or net, tied back with large bows.accenting the colour-theme of the room. the effect is charming and artistic.

Hand-blocked chintzes in love colours and designs are suited for t! purpose. The window-blind chintz y be in some dark rich tone or may have a sunny background for the flower pattern. Venetian window blinds painted white and slung on white, slightly tufted braiding are another Victorian innovation that suit modern country rooms. especially when hung with white corded or hand-tufted cotton curtainings.

Fabri: pottery. china and linens are all most attractive in their colourful designs this summer Flower-rooms can be designed from) a wall-picture theme of an artists study of blue delphiniums or deep golden marigolds, Any favourite floral scheme can be carried out it colour harmonies from the window chintzes to napery and house linen:

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