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Sustainable Soft Furnishings
We all have an obligation towards the environment. As curtain makers this extends to the materials we work with and how they are used. A positive starting point is that companies like ourselves, make bespoke soft furnishings which are made to last. The emphasis is on...
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Autumn 2019. Trending Colour Mustard
Whether it’s on the catwalk or in interior stores Mustard is definitely this season’s colour. On its own Mustard, with its vibrant ‘tangy’ hue, can polarize opinion however used as an ascent colour a room will come into its own. Modern Interiors The soft greys,...
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Tracks and Poles
For some, choosing a track or pole is not the most interesting part of window dressing. However a good curtain pole or track can make a huge difference to the way soft furnishings look as well as their longevity. Tracks The choice of tracks on the market is extensive...
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Keeping your furnishings pristine
Caring for your various soft furnishings is not considered the most exciting part of a household routine, but investing time in looking after your curtains and blinds will pay dividends. Curtains and blinds Unless you have a spillage on the window treatments, it is...
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Linen Fabric
It’s like marmite you either love it or hate it, but linen is an exceptionally popular soft furnishing fabric used because of its strength and dyeing ability. Linen is a natural fabric made from Flax stems, which following a number of processes becomes what we know as...
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Interior Design Projects
At the end of 2016, I completed my Interior Design Diploma run by the National Design Academy, Nottingham. The course enabled me to meet so many people with like-minded objectives, to exchange ideas and broaden my skillset and offering to clients. To illustrate this...
read moreBlind Cord Safety
When visiting friends and family this festive time don’t forget to take a few minutes to check blind and curtain cords. Often you assess your own home, but do not necessarily consider your nearest and dearest’s when celebrating the season. The Public Health Agency has...
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Using your curtains and blinds for heat retention.
With the clocks changing a couple of weeks ago and some parts of the country having already had their first fall of snow, everyone’s minds are now in winter mode and keeping warm. Soft furnishings can play a major part in keeping houses warm, with as much as 25% of a...
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From Insurance Underwriter to Soft Furnishing Entrepreneur!
I think it is fair to say that the world of sewing and art, is very much part of my ancestry. As far as back as 1913 one of my grandfathers attended Art School while 3 of my great aunts were very accomplished seamstresses. One became a tailor and the other two worked...
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Indoor/Outdoor Living
Indoor/Outdoor living is very much in vogue. Understanding the true essence of the concept and how best to achieve the look is key. Indoor/Outdoor living successfully integrates an existing room bordering an outdoor area and turning it into a useable space for either...
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Let me in early!
Needing more space? Planning an extension? Initially when you meet with an architect, window treatments are not high on your agenda. However to achieve the most from your project those finishing touches need careful consideration from the very onset.Often I am invited...
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Where do I start?
Having a room redecorated can often feel daunting, with people exclaiming “Where do I start?!” But undertaking any form of home improvement should be exciting, thrilling and fun! Take time, breath, relax and let ideas and thoughts flow Prior to picking up a paint...
read moreRemote Control Window Blinds
Things have moved on a pace with automated blinds, we are now trialling remote controlled roller and roman blinds in the workroom. No more cords or chains and have the advantage of a timer if required. Have a look at this video to see the latest technology in action...
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