Why We’re Sew Into 'Mill Pond': The classical elegance of its toile print capturing the beauty of pastoral countrysides The depth of its deep wine tone offset by pale blue and white accents The tactile texture and subtle lustre of velvet that offers an opulent appeal If you love earthy tones and nature themes, here’s a wonderful way to flaunt it. This splurge-worthy brown velvet is for those who love patterns but are not overwhelmed by statement window treatments. Inspired by the traditional chinoiserie and toile motifs, the candid moments of our winged friends have been captured in white, gray and beige highlights in this velvet print. With an army of indoor plants around, you can easily mimic a jungle and dine al fresco right within your home. HomeSewn Wisdom: Pick a decorative fold style: If your velvet roman blind is intended to fulfill an aesthetic purpose more than a functional one, consider the European relaxed fold style. Its scalloped bottom will give a nod to velvet's opulence and plush texture. Avoid velvet shades in humid/ wet areas: Since velvet is thick and slow to dry, avoid 'Sweet Saphyre' velvet roman blinds in wet zones such as kitchens, bathrooms and laundry rooms where you want to optimise your window's capacity to bring in light and air. Opt for curtains: If you’re dressing windows wider than 96 inches, try Mill Pond curtains as a stylish alternative to roman shades. Drapery’s generous dimensions and flowy trails are particularly well suited to wider spans, creating a balanced and refined look. Start with a sample: Screens may lie; swatches don’t. Since colors in images can vary on different screens, ordering a sample of Mill Pond is highly advisable. This will allow you to see the colors upclose, and check how the fabric feels to the touch. Complement with matching accessories: For a custom designer look, coordinate your roman shades with other textile accessories in the room. Order matching runners, table covers or cushion covers from us, or buy Mill Pond fabric by the yard to create any matching fabric accessory of your choice. The Nitty-Gritty (Made Pretty): Our roman shades arrive with all necessary hardware, so you can skip that last-minute store dash. We include cord lock anchors for child and pet safety, because style should never come at the cost of safety. Each roman shade at Sewn is handcrafted by skilled artisans from India who pour care, precision and decades of experience into every stitch.