Choosing the right drapery header not only enhances the aesthetic but also maintains the integrity of your room’s design style. Discover the different styles and how to choose which is best for your space.

As a window treatment professional, I am well aware of the statistics on deaths and injuries sustained by children from shades and other window coverings. I am committed to keeping homes safe by educating my clients on choosing safe products.

Often, window treatments get overlooked in a room because great treatments are a part of the overall look. Unfortunately, "bad" treatments tend to be obvious. Today, I'll be sharing common mistakes to avoid…

Today I'll be giving you 4 helpful ideas on how to complete your "homework" before we meet. (Since it's August, I thought I'd use a little school jargon.)

In this blog post, I will take you along my journey of discovery. Some of you will nod in agreement, and others may benefit from my experience…

While the options for retail window treatments have increased, there is still a vast difference between custom and retail. I had one client who was frustrated with her retail window treatments, as they just weren't what she needed. Then she found me. After the installation, she was so happy and said, “I should have called you first”.

The choices for window treatments today can be overwhelming: fabrics, trims, hardware, style, etc. Today I'll be breaking down my top three choices for shade lift systems…

2024 was so busy personally and professionally and, I have to admit, a little stressful. I'm glad to be turning the page and leaving last year in the past! Today, I'm going to share with you a brief recap along with my goals for 2025.

This is not my usual blog post about window treatments, design, or fabric. This is a personal post that may resonate with many of you. If you've been keeping track, I've missed a few deadlines for work and blogging. Today, I’ll explain why–and why I'm not so down about it…

In June of 2024, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) mandated laws restricting the use of operating and lift cords for all window treatments, primarily shades. Here’s what you need to know about the new safety regulations…

It's August, and since the kiddos (or you) are returning to school soon, I thought this was a good time to write about why I teach and why I love it.

Three key takeaways I’ve learned from running a workroom business…

If you are new to selecting fabric, ordering yardage can be daunting when you don't know the terminology. Today, I'm going to explain these terms so that you will be able to order with confidence.

Unsure about the distinction between luxury and functionality? Today, I'm sharing information to help you determine the difference and confidently order custom window treatments.

I am happy to (finally) present my completed upholstered chair project! I'm going to share the process, the good, the bad, and the ugly, and how I came up with those two names...

But did you know that draperies, aka curtains, can transform a small room to look taller and more expansive and help increase your home's perceived value? Today, I'm sharing 3 tips on how to install panels to enhance your space…

Over the past 35 years, my husband and I have had many dogs. Big, lovable mutts we shared our home with and were a part of our family. They had free reign of the house, and because of that, our vacuum cleaner got a real workout…

The interior of your home reflects you and all who live there — your memories, likes, and personal taste. So how do you discover your interior design style? Follow these steps…

Have you recently purged your closet but don’t know where to donate or recycle? Today I”m sharing 3 options for your gently used items…