{Breakfast Room} The Curtains, Take 2

Our Breakfast Room is one of many areas in our house being updated, and for all practical purposes, the Project List for the room was complete. But something kept nagging at me about the pink drapes. They were fun and unexpected, two of my favorite things when choosing decor, but the dark color seemed to suck the light from the room. And our newly painted pink Dining Room really clashed with them. We eat dinner as a family every night around this table, so getting the room right was a priority for me.

A few weeks ago, I took advantage of a big sale and ordered these drapes from West Elm. As soon as I opened the package, I knew they’d be perfect.

Hi Sugarplum | Breakfast Room West Elm drapes

They are airy enough to keep the room bright, the chevron brings in some fun pattern, and the gray color is soothing and blends well.

Hi Sugarplum | Breakfast Room West Elm drapes

And the view from the Dining Room is less abrasive against the pink walls.

Hi Sugarplum | Breakfast Room West Elm drapes

Here’s the view from the adjoining Family Room….the drapes complement that room as well, so it’s a more seamless and cohesive transition between rooms.

Hi Sugarplum | Breakfast Room West Elm drapes
(Plant pot from HomeGoods)

Hi Sugarplum | Breakfast Room West Elm drapes
Hi Sugarplum | Breakfast Room West Elm drapes

I would have shown these to you sooner, but as soon as I took the old drapes down, I realized I needed a new rod. And of course I DIYed it…details on that coming soon. It’s a slightly different take on these Galvanized Pipe Rods.

Hi Sugarplum | Breakfast Room West Elm drapes

I’m still patting myself on the back for this custom 110-inch rod! #TWSS

Hi Sugarplum | Breakfast Room West Elm drapes

Hi Sugarplum | Breakfast Room West Elm drapes

And how can I not show a Before and After….here we are with the original pink drapes I made…

Hi Sugarplum | Kitchen Makeover

And after, with the new, less in-yo-face ones. Which do you prefer??

Hi Sugarplum | Breakfast Room West Elm drapes

Here’s how we stand with the project list for the room. Have you ever taken so long to complete a room that you had to make over your makeover?

BREAKFAST ROOM PROJECT LIST

The Befores & Evolution

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47 Comments

  1. Love these!! The perfect finishing touch, Cassie!
    xo Heidi

    Posted 10.10.13 Reply
  2. Katie wrote:

    I absolutely love these curtains! The gray looks great in your room and your right, it definitely blends better with the other rooms. I actually bought a navy one for my dining room a few months ago and it totally transformed the room.

    Posted 10.10.13 Reply
  3. Carroll wrote:

    Those drapes are so perfect and I LOVE your pink dining room!! 🙂

    Posted 10.10.13 Reply
  4. Definitely prefer the new curtains! They're beautiful. And I absolutely love your TWSS references. I'm always the first to shout that one 😉

    Posted 10.10.13 Reply
  5. Can I say I like them better:) It kinda let's the pale pink walls in the DR be the star! Interested in how you got that rod so long too….

    Posted 10.10.13 Reply
  6. Love, love the curtains. They look great and I,like that they're softer looking – plus I love me some Chevron!!

    Posted 10.10.13 Reply
  7. Huge fan of the new curtains! Major style girl!

    Posted 10.10.13 Reply
  8. Have I ever made over a makeover? Is Mexican food delicious? My living room will probably evolve 100 more times before it's finished. Drives the husbands nuts. I tend to tire of things quickly if they are not "just right."

    Posted 10.10.13 Reply
  9. These new curtains are perfect! They look amazing in that space and it really does do wonders from the dining room view as well. Love them!! Do you mind letting me know where your rug is from that's under the breakfast table? You might have said before, but I really like it.

    Posted 10.10.13 Reply
  10. Love the new curtains. MUCH better!! The chevron is perfect for the space.

    Posted 10.10.13 Reply
  11. They look wonderful! Love the contrast of the chevron and bamboo! Fabulous as always my friend!

    Posted 10.10.13 Reply
  12. I couldn't love them more! Definitely a game changer. It was like they were always meant to be…. perfection!

    Posted 10.10.13 Reply
  13. Agree with Jen! Total game changer. Really love them in there and such pretty photos, Cassie!

    Posted 10.10.13 Reply
  14. I love the switch up! Of course I'm a neutral girl by nature but the pattern adds a fun touch!

    Posted 10.10.13 Reply
  15. I'm with the "less in-yo-face ones" too. I need to commit to drapes in my house soon too. It's only been 3 months in this house, but I'm itching!

    Posted 10.10.13 Reply
  16. Laurel wrote:

    They look great! Can't wait to see your curtain rod diy either, I'm gearing up to make some for our upcoming nursery and I love the look of yours!

    Posted 10.10.13 Reply
  17. Simply LKJ wrote:

    Great choice Cassie. They look fantastic.

    Posted 10.10.13 Reply
  18. That space was made for those Chevron drapes! They look so chic!

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  19. Love the new curtains! Like you said they still add an element of fun to the space without being in your face.

    Posted 10.10.13 Reply
  20. What an upgrade! Looks amazing and really ties the whole room together. Love the chairs too. Well done, you!

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  21. Love them!

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  22. Aja wrote:

    They look amazing! Great choice!

    Posted 10.10.13 Reply
  23. Michaela wrote:

    These look so much better! I love them. Great pick 🙂

    Posted 10.10.13 Reply
  24. I'm a big fan of WE drapes – got ones for our kitchen eating area too about a year ago and still love them. Our home buyers specifically asked to keep them (greedy buggers) but I bet they'll be popping up somewhere in my new house too!

    Posted 10.10.13 Reply
  25. hahah! Nice rod! cute curtains too ;o)

    Posted 10.10.13 Reply
  26. those are perfect! love it!!!

    xx
    elise
    http://www.cheersyall-thehoustons.blogspot.com

    Posted 10.10.13 Reply
  27. Although the pink ones were 'in-yo-face' cool the graphic chevrons are much more eye-catching and go brilliantly with your kitchen too. Well placed 🙂

    hugz,
    Suzanne

    Posted 10.10.13 Reply
  28. angelica wrote:

    Love the new curtains! Great choice!

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  29. angelica wrote:

    Love the new curtains! Great choice!

    Posted 10.10.13 Reply
  30. They look awesome! Love them!

    Posted 10.11.13 Reply
  31. House Envy wrote:

    Well the before and after are both really really good! But I agree that I like to see the grey from the view in the pale pink room! It lets that room and all your gorgeous kitchen details stand out more!

    Laura

    Posted 10.11.13 Reply
  32. Nikki wrote:

    I think you nailed it this time! I'm still a sucker for chevron.

    Posted 10.11.13 Reply
  33. Brandi wrote:

    Love your new curtains!!!

    Posted 10.11.13 Reply
  34. Allison wrote:

    They look wonderful! Perfect! I love that you all eat dinner together as a family every night Cassie.

    Posted 10.11.13 Reply
  35. Erin wrote:

    Love the curtains. Wishing I could pull off gray in my living room…will have to see if they come in other colors! Please tell where the bamboo shade is from! I have been looking for one for my 96" window forever w/ no luck.

    Posted 10.11.13 Reply
  36. Karen H wrote:

    Love your new drapes… but I really like the 110" rod you DIY'ed! I would really appreciate knowing how you made them. BTW, please forgive my ignorance, but what does TWSS mean?

    Posted 10.11.13 Reply
    • Hi Karen!! I'm a 14-year old boy at heart, and make derogative comments whenever possible…it stands for 'that's what she said.' 😉

      Posted 10.11.13 Reply
  37. LOVE these!! and that view from the dining room with the pretty pink walls? AMAZING. Nice work, lady.

    Posted 10.11.13 Reply
  38. Katy wrote:

    Where did you get your lamp shade hanging over the kitchen table? Love your style!

    Posted 10.11.13 Reply
    • I keep meaning to post about that!! 🙂

      Posted 10.16.13 Reply
  39. Cassie, you absolutely crack me up! I think I'm slightly obsessed with your blog. My apologies. You had me at the pink dining room. 🙂

    Posted 10.11.13 Reply
  40. Love the layering with the bamboo shades. Neutral gorgeousness!

    Posted 10.12.13 Reply
  41. Eeeeee!!!! I have been DYING to see what these drapes looked like in your kitchen since you first mentioned getting them. They are absolutely perfect in there! Completely changes the feel of your kitchen. Love, love, love. Also loved the TWSS, ha! Almost choked on my diet coke 😀

    Posted 10.13.13 Reply
  42. Chef B wrote:

    Where did you find the shades on your windows? Are they the outdoor ones? Been trying to find bamboo shades for my home but most stores I go to dont carry ones with widths for 60+.

    Posted 10.16.13 Reply
  43. Leanne wrote:

    Love the new look! And I've been debating those curtains from West Elm for a while. I may have to get some myself 🙂

    Posted 11.6.13 Reply