I now present to you a series of awkward photos in which I stand on my countertops, holding up fabric to the window in approximation of curtains. Ready?
(the photo backdrop)
(the tablecloth)
That’s a photo backdrop and a tablecloth, both by Rifle Paper Co. for BHLDN. I bought them to use in a baby shower theme photo shoot, and as I was falling asleep the other night, I realized they would make awesome kitchen curtains.
The backdrop’s pattern is larger and I thought it might be too overwhelming, but now I think I like it better. Which is good, because the tablecloth is no longer available and it was going to break my heart a little to cut the fabric up. (I’d been searching eBay for another, but no luck.) Which one do you prefer? Wait, don’t answer yet… there’s more.
Let there be light!
(the photo backdrop)
(the tablecloth)
The first and third photos are the photo backdrop, and the second and fourth photos are the tablecloth. Note that they don’t look so bleached out when the sun shines through them in real life (just when I think I’ve figured out my camera, whoops, blown out windows).
I’m thinking the backdrop is the winner. Yes?
Candice Jackson
September 19, 2012 at 12:40 amGood gracious. Even with reading which fabric was in which photo I still got confused. Upon detailed inspection, I like the backdrop as well. Big, bold and less detail in the pattern and yet the sun still shines! Go for that one!
Jennifer
September 19, 2012 at 1:10 amOooo they’re both gorgeous — sorry, no help here — I like them both!
Lindsey
September 19, 2012 at 1:24 amAll the good ideas come just as you’re falling asleep!! I think less is more, so I’d go for the more subtle pattern.
georgia
September 19, 2012 at 1:30 amYou got a vote for backdrop and nice striped dress ;))
Eileen
September 19, 2012 at 7:19 amYes! Backdrop! Awesome fabric.
Debora
September 19, 2012 at 7:40 amI liked the first one better, even though both are really pretty.
And I like your dress very much too. :)
annie
September 19, 2012 at 7:46 amI like The backdrop better
FringeGirl
September 19, 2012 at 7:54 amLove the back drop! And cute dress by the way. :-)
Jenna
September 19, 2012 at 8:29 amWhere did you get that adorable dress?
Making it Lovely
September 19, 2012 at 11:58 amIt’s this one.
Jenna
September 19, 2012 at 8:45 amBackdrop vote here. Though I like the both a whole lot and they are very similar, so I don’ think you can really go wrong.
Lucy
September 19, 2012 at 8:47 amLove the first one!
Jen @ RamblingRenovators
September 19, 2012 at 9:01 amI usually get my husband to climb on the countertops ;) I like both but the backdrop has a tad more pink and seems more you.
Lynell
September 19, 2012 at 9:17 amLove the backdrop too, great fabrics!
LeeAnn
September 19, 2012 at 9:55 amIf you are doing the same style curtain the backdrop would look great! Any plans for your old curtain? I love the print but can’t find it anymore. :( If you ever wish to resell it, I would be interested if its still in good condition.
Melissa
September 19, 2012 at 10:16 amLove them all and love your dress. I say use the backdrop so you don’t ruin the tablecloth.
eskimo*rose
September 19, 2012 at 10:45 amThey both look gorge, so go for the one where you don’t have to destroy a pretty table cloth … I see you went for the red dress!
Jenn
September 19, 2012 at 11:03 amDefinitely the backdrop! PLEASE!!!!! Don’t destroy that gorgeous table cloth!
Michelle L.
September 19, 2012 at 11:47 amSuch lovely fabric! I think I like the larger print better too … even though they both make me drool. ;)
Sierra
September 19, 2012 at 2:28 pmYes on the back drop version!
Elizabeth
September 19, 2012 at 2:41 pmLOVE them as curtains. I scored that same lovely tablecloth from BHLDN on sale *great price!* and used it for our 10 year wedding anniversary pop up party on the beach. Have you washed yours yet? I was too afraid the bright color would fade so I’m shelling out $29 have it dry cleaned.
http://lovesrobots.blogspot.com/2012/08/pop-up-dinner-party.html
Kelly McK
September 19, 2012 at 3:09 pmLove the backdrop option!!
Merideth
September 19, 2012 at 3:21 pmTotally wish that I had bought that tablecloth, I am kicking myself for it now! If you ever want to sell it…or if you cut it up to make curtains I would totally buy the remnants so I could make a lovely curtain! So I guess my vote is for the tablecloth, haha!
Jessie
September 19, 2012 at 3:38 pmI just have to mention – I laughed to myself when I saw you slipped in another striped dress after you said you were done talking about them. =]
Sneaky! Haha, striped dresses are the best though.
Love both options for the curtains!
Take care!
Jess
MadlyClumsily
September 19, 2012 at 3:45 pmI vote for the tablecloth
Nuit
September 19, 2012 at 5:14 pmlike the first :) nice legs!!!
sarah
September 19, 2012 at 5:40 pmRifle in a textile? Oh my word I nearly fainted. I would put either one up, but I think I like the backdrop best. Oh, how I’m wanting those now.
Marta
September 19, 2012 at 6:11 pmI would cover all my walls with Rifle and sew my clothes in it too!
Jill Browning
September 19, 2012 at 10:30 pmI vote tablecloth. I like the bigger pattern of the backdrop, but I need the pattern to cover the entire thing.
Melissa | I Still Love You
September 20, 2012 at 12:53 amDefinitely the backdrop! I like how the flowers don’t go all the way down to the bottom, giving sort of a peek-a-boo effect. (at least that’s what it looks like in the photo). I’m excited to see what you decide!
designchic
September 20, 2012 at 8:23 amLove them both, but think I’d pick the backdrop – can’t wait to see!!
Vivien
September 20, 2012 at 9:04 amSo pretty! I’d go with the backdrop. I love your dress by the way. Also, I’ve been at war..I got some red stockings/panty hose (out of impulse) what would you go with them? Need help! Thank you!
Holly
September 20, 2012 at 9:22 amLove the pattern!
I’ve never seen that site, but everythign is so lovely! I am sad that I got married in the days when Jordan almonds were the standard favor and no one did the fabulous decorating/obsessing over weddings.
Dacia @ Lemon Drop Life
September 20, 2012 at 10:01 amI like them both, but I think I’m with you..I couldn’t bare to cut up that beautiful tablecloth!
Catherine
September 20, 2012 at 11:21 amYou’re so cute! I think I like the backdrop better too. I love Eleanor’s sneak peak into the last pic :)
Kari
September 20, 2012 at 12:01 pmWhatever the all-over print one is… the tablecloth I guess?? SO cute!
Jennifer Hale-Sanders
September 20, 2012 at 12:50 pmJust started reading your blog, it is now on my daily look through. Thanks for the inspiration. First one gets my vote.
Kristín
September 20, 2012 at 4:52 pmbackdrop!
Sarah W
September 20, 2012 at 6:40 pmMy vote is for backdrop!
brooke
September 21, 2012 at 7:47 amback drop
Jessica
September 21, 2012 at 6:35 pmBackdrop. G*d, it’s gorgeous! <3
Meredith
September 22, 2012 at 9:54 amLove the pattern! Definitely the backdrop, can’t wait to see the finished product!
Jessica
September 22, 2012 at 6:12 pmOk, I have to ask. How heavy is the backdrop? I’ve been trying to find curtains or roman shades for my office and I think this might actually be perfect to match my palette. I’ll have to buy three and have them cut, etc.
Vanessa
September 24, 2012 at 5:46 pmI like the photo backdrop best as well!
katie
September 24, 2012 at 6:43 pmdefinitely the photo backdrop
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how2home
September 26, 2012 at 3:44 pmLove the backdrop and your dress is too adorable!
Ilene
October 3, 2012 at 10:29 pmJust wanted you to know that I bought that red dress from Anthropolie today–I do love it so! Thanks for the inspiration!
Mairi
December 30, 2012 at 8:02 amLove your Kitchen!!! Where did you get the drawer pulls?
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