There’s something special about curling up in a nook with a knit blanket, a morning cup of hot tea or cocoa, and a great view! Add some cold weather to the outdoors, and you’ve got yourself a comfy-cozy paradise. Whether your breakfast nook is perfect for two or spacious enough for the family, you can […]
Fall. Halloween. Spiced lattes. Pumpkins and hayrides in Denton. These are all events we associate with October. Do you know what else October is famous for? It’s National Window Covering Safety Month. I know, I know, the topic probably doesn’t whip you into excitement liked a spiced coffee and a hayride can, but it’s much, […]
You’ve just taken a look at several different window treatment options in your space. There are a couple aesthetics you just LOVE, but you can’t decide which to choose… Sometimes, maintenance can be the tie-breaker! I know it sounds a little silly, but if you’re simplifying your life and your space, the last thing you […]
Last September, we talked about downsizing (more positively referred to as “rightsizing”) and how motorized blinds can help simplify your daily routine. A year later, the movement toward simplifying one’s home is still in full swing. Since we encounter this situation more often than not, we thought we’d expand on the topic with some straightfoward […]
This month, I want to go beyond window treatments and right into the great outdoors. Now that the Texas summer’s behind us and we can leave our doorsteps without breaking a sweat, there’s nothing better than enjoying nature to its fullest. And you can do so with your home in mind! A few “homey” reasons […]
My friends and fellow homeowners, I am thrilled to share some exciting news with you… Made in the Shade DFW won the Best of Denton County Home Services category! Call me honored! And humbled! And overjoyed! While the nomination was certainly a surprise, the Best of Denton County awards aren’t new to our […]
Did you know plantation shutters are the single, most popular window treatment in the Denton and Dallas / Fort Worth Metroplex Area? We wouldn’t call them a “trend” either. From the logic behind their popularity to their low maintenance and secret benefit, here’s everything you ever wanted to know about these fabulous shutters. First, […]
Finding treatments for sliding glass doors poses a unique challenge for many homeowners. You want something easy-to-use and beautiful to look at, but you also want to maximize the view and protect your interior from UV rays. So which do you choose? Let’s dive into some options! Why Drapes & Sheer Curtains Are Beautiful Options […]
One of the biggest design dilemmas we see in Texas homes is trying to create a color palette that is cohesive with your stone fireplace. Stone fireplaces can be beautiful, of course, but if they’re not in a color you really love — or if you’re trying to go with the all-white interior trend — […]
Though most of our clients are furnishing new homes, every so often we get called in to fix bad situations. Fortunately (or unfortunately), these situations were easily preventable — if only someone had shared the right advice early on! To help you avoid making the same simple mistakes, here are a few cautionary tales… […]
