Sentence examples for bedspread from inspiring English sources

"When the head of our design team went to one Westin franchisee to ask him to use a white bedspread to match our brand image, he said 'but it will stain'.

The kind of bedspread called counterpane, from the old French word contrepoinct, meaning "stitched quilt," was probably made of patched or applied pieces, quilted together.

Use of a bedspread is an extremely ancient custom, referred to in the earliest written sources, for example, the Bible: "I have decked my bed with coverings of tapestry" (Proverbs 7 16).

Technical limitations and the demand for a quantity of certain necessary objects are conducive to simplification; the reverse may be true of such an object as the bridal bedspread, for which custom dictates extreme elaboration.

Bedspread, top cover of a bed, put on for tidiness or display rather than warmth.

The bridal bedspread or bed curtain, like the wedding costume, was ornate and highly symbolic, with such motifs as, the tree of life, and mating birds considered appropriate.

Why else would she have run up these out of an old Laura Ashley bedspread?

1. Paulista Black and white quilted bedspread: £120, habitat.co.uk For anyone who likes to keep their home simple but stylish, the simple geometric design is a subtle way to make black and white appear homely.

Vibrant splashes of orange and pink in the cushions and upholstery on the Seventies armchairs brightened up a sleek grey colour theme, together with a multi-coloured crocheted bedspread.

In bedrooms, a leopard-print throw or cushions on the bed definitely ups the sex factor, or for a more subtle approach try Marks and Spencer's "animal sequin" bedspread from £69 (www.marksandspencer.com, 0845 30845234).

1. Quilted bedspread: £49.99, H&M If you think bold patterns are best outside the bedroom, you'll be a fan of this simple comforter from H&M.