Lighten Up
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While the dog days of summer are upon us, nothing lightens up the look and feel of a bed, like a bleached white matelassé coverlet. I just love the look. Crisp. Clean. Summery.
Matelassé, from the French word matelasser, which means to pad, cushion or quilt, is actually a single layer of fabric. Through the process of weaving the intricate designs, and then shrinking the yarns, the fabric achieves its beautiful, characteristic puffy appearance.
Go ahead. Don’t be shy. Use ‘em as a blanket. We always sleep under our matelassé coverlets in the summer. They’re just the right weight, and launder beautifully. I even think the texture improves with each wash. I love using vintage linens, and find the addition of a crisp, cool cotton sheet makes an oh so perfect end to a hot summer day.
Happy decorating!
Love, Nora
Lovely.
So light and airy…beautiful!
Beautiful! Who made the top cover with the white background and blue flower? I want one!
Thank you
Nancy
Hi Nancy! That’s an old Ralph Lauren quilt. I love it too….it works everywhere! When I spot a true classic…I grab it! Thanks very much! Love, Nora
This is so beautiful / do you have more info on the buffalo check or the white cover / that cute striped sheet! I wish I could recreate this!!