1. On a piece of stiff paper (such as a Manila folder), draw and cut out a teardrop pattern about 4 inches wide and 5 1/2 inches long. Using the chalk, trace a teardrop on one of the squares of felt.

The teardrop pattern on my curtains is large in scale, while the traditional Indian block print on my quilt is medium-small. The floral print on the pillow shams is similar in size to the quilt ...

Last fall, the teardrop pattern known as paisley made a dramatic return to home fashion in the classic deep colors and intricate swirls that Edwardians prized as a status symbol. Getting prepped ...