Woven woods (natural woven shades) are shades made of materials such as bamboo, straw, natural grasses and other eco-friendly materials. They’re the perfect way to bring a STYLISH touch of nature to your decor. The opacity of the shades depends upon the style of the...
Is there anything more welcoming than a room bathed in natural light? I can’t think of anything…unless it’s 90 degrees outside and that sunlit room feels like a sauna. Luckily there’s a window treatment that’s designed to help control the temperature by reflecting the...
Window coverings aren’t usually at the top of the list when it comes to spring cleaning, but since I dress windows for a living, and want them to stay as beautiful as the day they were installed, they do make the top of my list. Luckily, they’re easy to clean and...
When people ask about roller shades, I always say it’s “not your Grandmother’s roller shade.” Remember the white vinyl shades that always seemed to get stuck halfway up or down? Or you’d keep pulling them lower and lower to try to get them to roll back up? That...
I hope you had a chance to look through my January Magazine –The Ultimate Guide to Window Treatments. It had all the basics to help you choose what treatments will work best in your home. The Guide is a great piece to print (or file digitally) and save for future...
Cellular shades look great, are extremely versatile, provide privacy and they’re energy efficient too. They’re made of a flexible, forgiving material that can be customized to fit in any window—even odd shaped windows like an arch. When they're up, their...
We all know that window treatments are an essential part of our décor, for privacy, light and temperature control. And, of course, they bring much more style to your space. But, why stop there? Why not take your window treatments to the next level with a customized...
Isn’t it crazy that The Jetsons had one of the first smart homes, filled with wall devices that could control everything with a touch of a button? Those creative ideas were developed in 1962 and the Jetson family was living 100 years into the future. I loved watching...
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 1 in 3 Americans are sleep-deprived. We’ve got a lot on our minds and sometimes it’s hard to wind down. But there are some things you can do to make your bedroom so comfortable it’ll be hard NOT to fall...
Did you know that according to a National Human Activity Pattern Survey, we spend about 87% of our time indoors? If that’s true in your case, like it is mine, it’s important to think about how the interior of our homes may be impacting our physical and mental health. ...
I love planning my home decor around the changing seasons. That way I know when it’s time to switch things up. I’m not talking about changing your color pallet to black and orange for Halloween and red and green for Christmas. Please don’t do that unless you love...
When we start considering window treatments the things that come to mind first are the color and transparency of the fabric, how the color and design of the fabric can complement the decor, how much light should filter into the room, etc. But there are actually many...
It’s amazing how something as simple as a few custom-made pillows can completely revamp your space and make it seem more welcoming. Besides providing a pop of much needed color to a room, pillows can add style, refresh your space, or even change the entire mood of a...
Do you ever go through the clothes in your closet like I do and say, “This goes. This stays. I’ve had this since high school!” It’s really fun when your favorite high school sweater is back in style! And, as you know, letter jackets NEVER go out of style. Have you had...
Each window treatment designer has their own process when they work with clients. I prefer to talk with my client before our in-home consultation, to get an idea of what the end goal is. For instance, I like to know how you want to feel in the room and what you need...
While admiring the café shutters in my bathroom the other day, I realized they’re one of the best things about my newly built bathroom, which also reminded me of one of the worse things about the bathroom—my WHITE grout! So, this month, I decided to share a couple...
Most people would agree that choosing to have your new home built is as exciting as it is daunting. You have to make decisions about your floor plan, your roof, your siding, your lighting, your landscaping, paint colors, floor covering, hardware, etc., etc., etc....
In my November 2021 blog, I shared two of my favorite window treatment projects that had nothing to do with dressing windows and that got me excited about highlighting many more options for using window coverings beyond the window. Do you have a home with an open...
I think going into my twenty-first year of business is almost as exciting as the anticipation of my twenty-first birthday! But I can honestly say that I wouldn’t want to turn back the clock. My business is in a good place, just like I am. This is the last blog about...
The year is winding down, but I still have six favorite projects to share with you before my 20th anniversary year ends in December and becomes 21 years in business. Project #15 One of the reasons I love this next favorite project is because it shows that window...
I’ve loved to sew ever since I was a child making Barbie clothes with quite a bit of help from my aunt. I still get that same thrill when I dig into a pile of fabric swatches! As you know, my love of dressing dolls in my fabric creations evolved into a love of...
I love hearing my clients say, “Wow—what a difference this makes!”
As a passionate and dedicated window treatment expert, I take pride in helping new homeowners transform their spaces into warm, inviting environments by dressing up those bare or outdated windows. Think of window treatments as the perfect jewelry to complete a stunning outfit—without them, something essential is missing.
My mission is to bring joy through beautifully tailored designs, and I’ve made the entire shopping experience as easy and enjoyable as possible. Instead of running around to different stores and collecting swatches, I bring an array of samples directly to you. This way, you can instantly see how each option complements your home, saving you time and energy.
With this personalized, stress-free approach, choosing the perfect window treatments becomes an enjoyable experience, and together, we’ll create a space that truly delights you.