Wednesday, February 27, 2013

Bedding and Towels Monogramming Formats - Sferra Bedding

This article about proper formats for monogramming is from SFERRA, creators of fine luxury bedding and sheets:

Q: What is the proper format for a monogram?
A: A monogram is an ornate design formed by the combination of letters, usually the initials of an individual or couple, used to decorate or identify an object. Many of SFERRA’s customers opt to monogram their bed, bath, and table linens, as well as throws and other gift items.
A traditional three-letter monogram for an individual has the initial of the individual's surname (or last name) set larger in the center, with the individual’s first name initial to the left of it and the middle name initial the right of it. For example, the monogram for John Paul Smith would read:
JSP
Modern convention calls for a married couple to create a three-letter monogram using the initial of their shared surname set larger in the center, with the wife’s first name initial to the left of it and the husband’s first name initial the right of it. For example, if Mary Brown married John Smith, their monogram would read:

MSJ
Some references say that for married couples, the husband's first name initial comes first. It is really a matter of personal preference, so the easiest thing to do is to leave it up to the customer. 
Old school custom, as espoused by Amy Vanderbilt’s Complete Book of Etiquette, would have the linens “marked with the married initials of the mistress of the house.” This three-letter monogram has the initial of the woman's married surname set larger in the center, with her first name initial to the left of it and her maiden name initial to the right of it. For example, if Mary Brown married John Smith, their monogram would read:

MSB
There is an option to have all the initials the same size (the center initial is not larger.) These monograms do not follow the format described above for location of the surname initial.  If all initials are the same size, then they are simply listed in order with the surname initial placed at the end. For example, John Paul Smith would read “JPS,” and Mary and John Smith would read “MJS.”

SFERRA offers custom monogramming utilizing a variety of styles. Below are some examples.



Thursday, February 7, 2013

Grass Green and White Damask Print Bedding & Sheets

This lovely green and white bedding is available as duvet covers, bed shams and sheets and is created on 100% Egyptian cotton percale fabric from Italy and crafted as a finished product in the USA.  A creative and delightful way to add a splash of color to your bedroom.

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de Medici Green & White Bedding

green and white, damask print

Wednesday, February 6, 2013

Saffron Yellow and White Damask Print Bedding & Sheets

Woven in Italy of 100% Egyptian cotton and available as duvet covers, pillowcases, bed shams and sheets, this bold saffron yellow bedding collection will brighten up your bed. Machine washable.

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Saffron Yellow Bedding & Sheets

Yellow Damask Print Fabric

Tuesday, February 5, 2013

Colorful Cotton Matelasse Bedding in Coral, Aqua, Gold, Green or White

This beautiful 100% cotton matelasse bedding is woven in Portugal and is available as coverlets, bed skirts, shams and accent pillows in the colors of Aqua Blue, Coral, Grass Green, Sunshine Gold and White.

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de Medici Mea Cotton Matelasse Bedding


Beautiful Blue & White Damask Print Bedding & Sheets

This wonderful blue damask bedding is printed on 100% Egyptian cotton white percale sheeting fabric from Italy.  Available as duvet covers, shams, decorative pillows and white sheets with colored trim, this wonderful damask pattern will liven up your home with pattern and color. More info

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De Medici Blue Damask Bedding & Sheets

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Blue Damask Fabric

Monday, February 4, 2013

Beautiful Brown, Navy Blue and White Damask Print Sheets & Bedding

Woven it Italy of 100% Egyptian cotton percale and then printed with a beautiful damask print in navy blue, topaz brown and light blue, this bedding collection consists of coordinating duvet covers, shams, sheets and pillowcases.  De Medici Brigatta.

De Medici Brigatta Bedding