Articles, tagged with "valances", page 5
01st April 2009
Sleep longer with roller shades. Is there any more appealing grounds than that to consider adding roller shades to your bedroom windows? You can get window shades in dark colors and fabrics, or complete blackout roller shades for the maximum light control...
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Author:
Judith Persit
25th March 2009
If you make a wooden window cornice, you will save money while adding great value to your home. Spring is a good time to complete the projects that you have been thinking about over the winter months. Upholstered window cornices add style and value to a...
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Author:
Cecilia
21st January 2009
If you're like most homeowners, you'll be undertaking at least one redecorating project this year. You'll be glad to hear that redecorating doesn't involve moving or erecting new walls, major installations, or huge regutting of the house. What does it i...
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Author:
Vita
29th December 2008
Your do-it-yourself project may be suddenly and unexpectedly suspended when you go to choose your vertical blinds. A dazzling array of fabrics and colors await you at the vertical blind store! With all these choices, it may seem impossible to make the rig...
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Author:
Judith Persit
30th November 2008
When making a pleated valance, we first suggest that a pattern be made on paper. Six inches should be allowed for each pleat with space between each pleat of eight inches in width. Let's assume, for example, that a valance is to be made into five pleats. ...
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Author:
Sarah Martin
27th October 2008
(From the Making Roman Shades series)
One of my favorite styles of roman shades is the london shade. The london shade has softness that offers a traditional feel, but can be incorporated into any room and style.
London shades are often seen as london sh...
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Author:
Jenny T.
21st October 2008
Choosing from the options that are available to you with room darkening window treatments will allow you to have exactly what you need in every room. There are many ways you can decorate and darken each room in your home. Some may choose the same type of...
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29th May 2008
It used to be the case in the late 1980s that curtain fabrics took centre stage, with matching valances and fabric tiebacks either made from the same fabric, or a complementary fabric creating a co-ordinating look
The fabrics would be all frills and pl...
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Author:
Derek Brown
11th May 2008
For many houses, country style curtains are the ideal choice. This classic look is warm and welcoming and your guests will feel right at home when surrounded by this decorating element. As far as color and style, there are many options so you might need t...
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Author:
Paul Zayer
28th March 2008
Variety of styles: I remember going to a 'big-box' retailer near me, before I got into this business, in search of a topper for my living room window. At first the choices seemed abundant and I was excited. My excitement, however, quickly faded as my se...
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Author:
Vita
14th November 2007
If you could ever imagine your home without a window treatment and picture it like something without draperies on, you would notice that it will look like a matchbox on the inside. A house with treated windows creates an impression that would be pleasant ...
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Author:
Tim Lee
14th November 2007
There is nothing that speaks more of the "heartland" than John Deere. The John Deere brand has always represented community and hard work at its best. This is a quality trademark and a great way to bring quality country decor to your home. There are numer...
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Author:
GeorgiaTemple
15th October 2007
Turn any room in your home into a showcase by adding the finishing touch of draperies. The beautiful draperies we offer at The Curtain Rod Store can transform your room into any look you like. Whether you are making a casual or elegant statement, we have ...
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Author:
Nancy Hardey
20th September 2007
Ever wonder what attracts trade show exhibitors to a trade show booth? Could it be the exhibit's lighting, open space, bright colors, structural interest, or clear messaging? If this were a multiple choice questionnaire, you would be smart to pick all of ...
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Author:
Bruce Backer
31st July 2007
You intend to cover the bathroom windows simply because of the reason that you would like to incur the best amount of privacy. You would not be able to enjoy your bath if there is cold air coming into the vicinity of the bathroom. Or worst, you could neve...
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Author:
Albert Lee