Made To Measure Blinds
Shabby Chic Interior Designs Ideas 2: Bedrooms
November 5, 2011 by admin · Leave a Comment
Shabby Chic bedrooms are becoming increasingly popular as they are a great way of getting an on-trend interior design style and up-cycling at the same time. However, this style doesn’t give you carte blanche to simply throw things into a room and hope to achieve the style! Cosy and relaxing, with a touch of femininity [...]
Use Flora and Fauna to Bring a Touch of Outdoors Inside
October 30, 2011 by admin · Leave a Comment
Flower power maybe tied to the 1960’s and yet we see the use of floral patterns along with patterns inspired by trees and nature breathing new life into our homes. From the quaint and quintessentially English country cottage with precise floral designs used for soft furnishings, curtain and blinds, to the more contemporary approach where [...]
A-Z of Blinds – Part 7: S – U
September 25, 2011 by admin · Leave a Comment
As we near the end of our look at the A – Z of blinds this post looks at scalloped edge blinds, thermal blinds and unusual styles of blinds to fit unusual and awkward shaped windows.
S is for Scalloped roller blinds:
Scalloped roller blinds offer a new look on a standard roller blinds. The pretty scalloped [...]
A-Z of Blinds – Part 6: P – R
September 22, 2011 by admin · Leave a Comment
In today’s post we’ll be looking at a few of the most popular styles of blinds – plain blinds, quick fit blinds, ready made blinds and Roman blinds.
P is for Plain blinds:
These come into a category of their own simply because plain roller blinds are amongst the most popular blinds which can be used as [...]
A-Z of Blinds – Part 5: M – O
September 19, 2011 by admin · Leave a Comment
In this post we’re going to be looking at made to measure, metal, natural and oak wood blinds, all of which make super cost effective window dressings for your home.
M is for Made to Measure and Metal blinds:
Made to measure blinds are steadily becoming increasingly popular. With fabulous ranges to choose from made to measure [...]
A-Z of Blinds – Part 4: J – L
September 16, 2011 by admin · Leave a Comment
As we continue taking a look at the different types and styles of blinds available to suit all types and sizes of windows and interior design styles, today we’re going to look at Jacquard, kitchen and leather blinds.
J is for Jacquard blinds:
These gorgeous blinds are bang on-trend for this autumn/winter. Their geometric patterns are ideal [...]
A-Z of Blinds – Part 1: A-C
September 7, 2011 by admin · Leave a Comment
This month we’re going to be looking at the A-Z of blinds to give you an insight as to the different types, styles and designs available to suit the different rooms in your home, and inspire you to take a closer look at the practical use of blinds as a fabulous way to dress your [...]
Budget Decorating Basics 1: Choose a Style
August 22, 2011 by admin · Leave a Comment
With many of us short on any spare cash the idea of decorating or re-decorating your home may now be at the top of your priority list. However, you should be aware that all to often decorating jobs left unattended may turn into major overhauls and refurbishments very quickly. The best approach is to look [...]
Quick and Easy Summer Makeovers – Dining rooms
August 10, 2011 by admin · Leave a Comment
Continuing on with our series on quick and easy summer makeovers for your home, we now turn our attention to the dining room. Now some homes do not have a dedicated dining room, you may in fact have a kitchen-diner or even a living room and dining room combination. This does not really change any [...]
Blinds are More than a Window Dressing – Make your Own Roman Blinds
August 4, 2011 by admin · Leave a Comment
Making your own Roman Blinds can be a lot of fun, and you can make these blinds with a bit of effort and some basic materials. They are the perfect solution to make your home look elegant, as they add a classy look to your windows when pulled up properly.
1. Measure your window. You want [...]
