Joy feelings magazine January 2019 issue | Page 51

and pressing, which
doesn't cost much, but
creates a crisp
smoothness worthy of the
Ritz.
Add other sensual feeling
fabrics through the
bedroom with a soft
mohair or cashmere
throw on the arm of a
reading chair, cover the
walls with silk or textured
wall coverings, hang silk
draperies or a silk bed
canopy, or add plush floor
coverings.
Cover the Windows
A beautifully dressed
window will help to frame
the window and the view
and provide other ways to
add color, pattern,
texture, and softness to a
bedroom. If you love soft
sheer curtains that filter
light, combine opaque
roller blinds that can be
pulled down to maintain
privacy at night and to
block morning light.
For all draperies, include
opaque blinds or drapery
lining to keep out the sun
when you want to sleep
late.
Include Several Lighting
Options
In a bedroom, it's good to
"layer" your lighting
throughout the room.
Ambient lighting light the
whole room, small lamps
can focus light for reading
and other activities, and
accent light helps to wash
the walls in soft
illumination.