Patterns that Work

A recent visit to check out some carpets left me thinking about how difficult it is for some people to mix and match patterns and color.

A woman was looking at rug samples with a saleswoman and she commented, “But I have curtains that have stripes in them, so I need a solid rug. The patterns won’t match.”

The saleswoman handled it quite well without embarrassing her by explaining that although it was taboo to mix patterns many years ago, it is the best way to decorate today. She showed her how she can take a family of colors and then mix solids, stripes, florals, geometric patterns, and a variety of other patterns for a very pulled together look.

I realized that many people aren’t able to really see how patterns work together without a little help. If you’re wondering what will work in your home or office, give me a call and let’s discuss the use of patterns to bring in a designer look.  With the right patterns, we can create window treatments, pillows, cushions, duvets, shams, and other accessories to make them work for you.

Turn Outdoors Into an Extension of Your Home

Looking for something new for your outdoor furniture to avoid spending lots of money on new furniture?

Our Richmond sewing expert can show you how.

You’ll love all of the latest bright and colorful fabrics that hold up well outside. Cushions make outdoor seating much more comfortable — and throw pillows add a special touch that makes your outdoor space warm and inviting.

We can coordinate your outdoor pillows and cushions to match the exterior of your home and your natural surroundings. Or carry your color scheme from inside your home to your outdoor surroundings too.

Whether you’re looking for custom window treatments, custom pillows, or anything custom sewn in Richmond, Karen is the Richmond sewing professional who can make it happen!

Give us a call and we’ll show you how to turn an outdoor space into an “outdoor room”!

Balloon Valance

Tassels, Cords, Beads and More

A pillow is just a pillow until you add fringe or borders — then it becomes a beautiful accessory! Curtains are just curtains until you add an embellishment, or add some accessories to the room that reflect the colors and style of the curtains — and then they become incredible custom window treatments!

Don’t assume that purchasing fabric is all that you need to finish a room. You can make it even more uniquely “you” by adding borders, tassels, fringe, beads, cords, and other little touches that bring your window treatments, pillows, and other sewn accessories to life.

It’s as simple as 1-2-3 when it comes to custom window treatments. If you’re looking for custom sewing in Richmond or just need to talk about custom window treatment options, we’re happy to help.

Give us a call and we’ll show you how simple it can be to turn a room into an incredibly beautiful place to live.

 

The Color of Spices

Wondering about the best colors to use for your home decorating and custom window treatments?

Maybe the answer lies right inside your cupboard! Did you know that many people are turning to earth-tones and colors that are reflected in herbs and spices?

Tangy orange and vibrant red make a beautiful splash when paired with chocolate brown, beige, and other spicy colors. Golden hues of yellow paired with natural green is restful. These are some of today’s most popular colors – even during spring and summer.

Maybe it’s because they bring more of nature indoors, or perhaps because they’re easy on the eye and you can add accents that draw them out for richer color.

Whatever the reason, they work. So if you’re confused about color, open your pantry and you may find the perfect color combinations for your home and your custom window treatments.

Fringe, Beads, and Tassels: Who Knew!

Creating a fantastic window treatment is easier when you consider the many colorful tassels, beads, bands, fringes, laces, and opulent borders for your fabric. One way to really dress up a window treatment is to add some fringe or beading. A simple border can take a window treatment from plain to fantastic in just minutes.

Contrasting a ‘showy’ border with a basic fabric is one way to dress it up without feeling the window treatment is overpowering. You can also ‘dress down’ a formal fabric with borders too – changing the look and feel of the window treatments.

Customer window treatments allow you to mix and match borders, fabrics, colors, and styles. It’s all about what YOU love and what sets the mood for your home or office.

Not sure where to start? Don’t worry – Karen has some great ideas to get your started and before you know it, you’ll have incredible window treatments that reflect your style and personality.

 

Let the Sun Shine In!

Sheers and semi-sheer panels are the perfect solution for a window covering that provides some privacy, yet allows lots of beautiful light into your home. Sheers can be used alone or they can be paired underneath curtains and draperies that can be easily pulled back to allow sunlight in.

Sheers that are custom-fitted for your windows can also be adorned with an edging of color or topped with a valance for a unique look to accent your room. Sheers don’t always have to be white or cream either. They come in a variety of colors.

You can also consider a light-weight, airy cotton or linen for window treatments and accent them with fringe or other adornments to add color. Light bright colors let in more light and set the mood for a beautiful spring and summer.

Create beautiful window treatments and let the sun shine in!

Spring Fresh and Beautiful

It’s April and time to think about spring in a big way! If you’re looking for something different, then maybe now is the time to replace your window treatments.

Consider a new valance, or some elegantly trimmed tiers. Perhaps adding a simple tie-back can create a fresh new look for your room.

And don’t just think about window treatments. Think about accessories like throw pillows with customized monograms. Or add new pillow shams to an existing coverlet or duvet for an inexpensive and quick update.

Combine colors, stripes, dots and florals for a truly fresh spring feeling. And while you’re at it, don’t forget the bathroom. A bright new shower curtain can create a whole new look and feel.

Give us a call if you need help and we’ll help you find the perfect option for your home.

Congratulations to Monument 10k Runners!

Congratulations to everyone who is running in the Monument 10k this weekend. Training for this event takes determination, persistence, and lots of stamina. Those who complete this journey should be proud of all they have accomplished and they set the example for thousands of other people – including children!

We wish you well as you set out on this courageous run and we wish you good luck and safety!

 

Corner Cornices Brighten a Space

Looking for something new and different?

Try one of our corner cornices. It can add a little bit of flair to a plain window pushed into a corner.

Using a solid, textured fabric with a contrasting trim gives it a nice, clean look. But you could use a variety of fabrics and patterns with this same design.

You could even use this same design for a child’s room with playful fabric and a fun trim made of multi-colored pom-poms, “feathers”, or braided roping. It’s a different way to bring out the character of a child and create an accent in a room in a space that was once blah.

Got problem windows? Let us help you create something fresh and unique!