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The Complete French Country Home: Bedrooms
Decorating your bedroom in French Country style doesn't have to be a daunting task. By its very nature, bedroom decor is very personal, and one should not feel pressure to conform to a strict set of decorating rules, as one would in a formal living or dining room. The space should be inviting and comfortable first of all. If you are trying to achieve an authentic French Country look, however, there are certain guidelines that should be kept in mind.
Color:
French Country bedrooms are usually set in a background color of white or pastels. Using white and light colors allows the use of many accents, without the room becoming too heavy or appearing crowded. Be sure to use a soft white, as that is the traditional French country look and will coordinate much better with the "shabby chic" appearance of French country furniture and accents than a stark white.
White or light colors should be considered throughout the bedroom, from the flooring, which is traditionally wood, to accent rugs, bedding, and draperies.
Furniture:
Two pieces of furniture are key to making a bedroom with a country French theme. First, the bed. Beds in French Country decor are large and sturdy, and usually made of iron or wood. If wood is your choice, the exposed wood needs to be weathered, painted, or distressed. Iron work will be softened by the room's accents. In French Country bedrooms, the bed is the centerpiece of the room, so consider investing in this piece as well as the bedding that you will use.
Secondly, the armoire. Armoires for the bedroom come in a variety of styles. The armoire is multi-functional, so even if your room contains closets that are used to store clothing, the armoires can provide additional storage, or even serve as an entertainment center. Armoires provide hanging space, or can be configured with drawers or shelving to accomadate seasonal clothing. Storage of bedroom linens and towels is also a consideration, and many people like to leave the doors of the armoire open to reveal an westheticdsiplay of color coordinated linens. Armoires, like any French country piece, will be ornately designed but have a shabby appearance and look old. Armoires for the bedroom can also be softened with the use of draperies in the door panels, or even draped with sheeting, lace, or linen.
Lighting:
French Country bedrooms must be illuminated softly so as not to disturb the ambiance of the rural countryside appeal that the look is known for. Natural lighting is key, so sheer window treatments should be used to allow the filtered sunlight to come through. For wired lighting, chandeliers or sconces are the traditional choice. An antique or antique look chandelier should be chosen; one that features delicate details. Traditional lamps are also acceptable, but harsh or plain shades should be softened with fabric. All lightbulbs should be frosted or low wattage to avoid any harshenss from the artificial light.
Accents:
Accenting the French Country bedroom is the easiest part of assembling this look. The possibilities here are almost limitless- just stick to soft fabrics with traditional toile or farmhouse prints, pretty but light draperies and sheers, and soft chairs and pillows. If you have room, a small vanity table with a padded chair is a great focal point for a room corner. In addition, accents such as bed pillows and small rugs can be used to soften the look.
A well-appointed French Country bedroom can be one of the most inviting and comfort-filled rooms in your home. Make it your own, and you'll be sure to enjoy the surroundings for years to come.
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Is this an accurate translation into french?
I used Google Translate. Is it grammatically correct, etc? Does it make sense? It's supposed to be translated from: "This is my canvas- a confusing blend of all my thoughts and feelings which, behind it all, you will see the real me."
"C'est ma toile une confusion mélange de toutes mes pensées et de sentiments qui, derrière tout cela, vous pourrez voir le vrai moi."
Not really.. A canvas is like a painting?
I would say:
Ceci est ma toile. Un mélange déroutant de toutes mes pensées et sentiments et où vous verrez, derrière tout ça, mon vrai moi.
C'est = it is not this is
une confusion mélange doesn't make sense
et [de] sentiments
I changed the rest because it sounded too weird but it's pretty much the same meaning.
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Decorating With French Home Accessories
One of the hottest interior design trends on the market is the French style shabby chic. This style utilizes elements from the French country house style with the elegant style to create a romantic look in your home. French home accessories can be anywhere from storage pieces, beds and sofas to mirrors. Transforming your home to a French palace without the budget of royalty is really quite simple.
Dressers, wardrobes and shelves can come in a range of styles and colors. White evokes the classic chic style, but they can come in gold trim as well for a more formal look. Chateau armoires and Valbonne wardrobes are well-liked choices for clothing storage pieces. The chateau dressers and chest of drawers are excellent for collectibles and ornaments.
The French style bed is one of the most luxurious pieces you can decorate with. The Moulin Rouge carved bed or an elegant French country rattan to an elegant Versailles with gold effect are lovely. Fit the piece in with the style you are choosing for the rest of the room and for the French period you are designing in.
Creating a waiting room with a French style sofa adds a touch of formality, the French Gite can create a rustic, relaxed feel to a room. Carving and fabric can change the look and feel of your room depending on the details you have on your sofa. It is important to have the right chairs, they go with your dressing tables, tables and desks. Some of the more popular styles are the Versailles style in white, gold and black with toile fabric for a real country feel or with other fabrics for a more elegant look.
Lighting is where you can have some fun with the chandeliers and lampshades that can put the finishing touches on your room. You can get chandeliers in colors ranging from black to clear to gold. Lamps and lampshades set the mood, giving a more romantic feel to a room and adding an incredible amount of atmosphere depending on the style of the lampshade, the fabric used and the amount of decoration on them.
Mirrors are last but not least. Adding a reproduction mirror to your room can take an otherwise dark and uninteresting space and light it up. It can make a small room appear large. Hanging them over fireplaces, dressing tables or in an armoire, they come in many colors and styles. French home accessories are fun to design with and there are many options to choose from.
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