Did your Grandma have an amazing (and very colorful) Chenille bedspread in her house, just like mine? Over the years, I’ve kept my eye out for one of these at vintage shops, flea markets, and occasionally ebay but never seemed to find any that were in decent shape, didn’t smell like moth balls or were large enough for a modern bed. Well, if you’re like me and you’ve been searching for a 50′s chenille bedspread, then look no further because I’ve found new ones in the most unlikely place — Vermont Country Store. (Who knew?!) The pink/yellow sunburst at the top is my favorite.
They’re actually pretty affordable too! They range from $59.99 up to $199 (depending on the size and detail). I’m just surprised that they offer king size! One of these would look so amazing in a vintage-inspired bedroom, cottage-chic guest room, or [dare-I-say] little girl’s room. (I am of the opinion that this would be fun variant for my master bedroom, but recognize that not everyone feels the same as I do about pastels….and therefore begrudgingly admit they’d be good for the youngsters too.)
Anyways…happy shopping! I’m so excited that I found these!! (Oh, and p.s. they have solid colors too…like all white!)
3 comments
Rachel says:
Aug 23, 2010
My grandma used to have a chenille bedspread in her front guestroom. I always remember waking up from a nap with bumps on my face. I love these! They are such a great weight for summer.
Vicki @ Piccolo Takes All says:
Aug 24, 2010
My grandparents did have a chenille bedspread, but it was all off-white. No color. I prefer them that way. I think it’s somewhere in storage at my aunt’s house. Hmmm, maybe I need to ask her about it.
ittybittyinteriors says:
Sep 13, 2010
Before my daughter moved into a “big girl bed” I found a vintage chenille bedspread for just $8 at the Canton trade days flea market in Texas. I added batting and a shabby chic back side to make a comforter for her. It lasted about 5 years and is now falling apart. I’m so thrilled you posted this. She loves the chenille and wants another.