Are you Flooding?

  I am often asked, “what is one piece of decorating advice you would give”. I never hesitate to share my passion (I am a little dramatic) for curtain height. It might sound silly or as though it really wouldn’t matter, BUT, you, my friend, would be W-R-O-N-G (again, a little dramatic). When I walk in a client’s home and see their current curtains are either flooding (you know, like they are a pair of capri pants) or not hanging high enough, I know I am about to change the entire feel of their room. 
  I always start by measuring the ceiling height. Then, I measure the height of the floor to the top of the window. The sweet spot is as high as you can go without hitting the ceiling (leave about 2”-3”). A close second is the middle space between the top of the window and the ceiling. The worst place is at the top of the window (you are shrinking your room). Rarely do I use curtains shorter than 96”. I love to use between 108”-120” depending on the ceiling height.
  Another overlooked detail is the curtain rod placement. Often people will put their brackets right beside the window. Go out! Create the illusion that your window is larger than it is. 
  Lastly, get a panel that is the width of your window. This way, when you have two panels it creates a much fuller look. The diagram below is all the same window (now you will do a double take)! See the difference?!?!?! 
I promise, this one change in your home will create a big difference! Take before and after pictures and send them to me and lets cheer together! 
​  Need help finding the right curtains for your space? I can help! You can reach me at johnnaholddesigns@gmail.com or via instagram @johnnaholddesigns.