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My name is Gerrie Wydeven doing-business-as Wydeven Designs. I have been conducting this small GREEN business since 2004. Wydeven Designs, based in the Atlanta, Georgia area, sells CHAIRS, LOVESEATS, CHAISES, SETTEES and other fine, well-constructed refurbished upholstered pieces. I love to travel, cook, take photographs and generally follow style and decor topics as well!

Wednesday, March 2, 2011

Using Silks in Your Home

my own silk chair - sunroom

my own silk chair - kitchen
I LOVE silk fabrics of all types and there are many - link to types of silk fabrics.  Most decorators do not recommend using silks extensively in the home because they are difficult to work with and hard to maintain - link to caring for silks.   I have been unable to resist using some in my own home and have been pretty pleased with their longevity - I do not, however, have either small children around all the time (do have wonderful grandchildren) nor pets and my husband is pretty well trained.  In addition to furniture, I've used silks for duvet covers, window treatments (lined), and accent pillows.

Over the years, I have used either pure or partial silks on wonderful pieces.  I have none in my current inventory but had a vintage French style chair in the works.  Here are some of my favorites!
Bonded Silk Settee (SOLD)

Plaid Silk Armchairs (SOLD)
Silk - Cotton Blend Settee (SOLD)


Raw Bonded Silk Setttee (SOLD)

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