I used to stare at my computer studying images of perfectly styled homes on social media. I’d glance around my living room, noting the furnishings and décor, and look back at the screen and ask myself, how did they do that? I had all the same items — a good rug, plush sofa, pleated curtains […]
Our little area of North Texas has some amazing vistas. Enjoying the landscapes as I drive to and from my clients’ homes is one of the best things about my job. Often, I visit homes with breathtaking views of Lake Lewisville or private pastures graced by the occasional white-tailed deer. These little spots of beauty […]
Soaring two-story windows are a dream come true for many homeowners. But some experience a rude awakening when night falls and they realize the need for effective window coverings to protect their privacy. We call it the fishbowl effect. It happens when the stunning views become … well … you. Its symptoms are the […]
Before I dive into our topic today, let me tell you a little story… Long before I opened Made in the Shade North DFW, I had my own window treatment hunting experience, and to say it was unsatisfactory is putting it mildly. First, custom treatments were expensive. There weren’t as many affordable options as there […]
Well, it’s that time of year again — when we look back on 2018 window treatment trends and make our predictions for 2019! And wow, it’s been such a BIG year for us. Thank you so, so much for entrusting your homes to our care. It truly means the world to us. Not only […]
Hey y’all! Maybe it’s the dropping temperatures… maybe it’s the strings of lights that seem to have appeared overnight all over town… or maybe it’s because December is officially here — but boy, am I in the Christmas spirit! Just the other day, a client who’s new to the area asked me for the best […]
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 […]
