Fabric Guides
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Incorporating Performance Fabrics into Window Treatments
Using performance fabrics for window treatments can offer several benefits that may make them a desirable choice, depending on your specific needs and preferences. While it may seem like overkill in some situations, there are instances where performance fabrics can provide valuable advantages: Energy Efficiency: Performance fabrics designed for window treatments can have thermal insulation […] -
How to Use Heavy- and Lightweight Fabrics Together
The holidays are over - furniture is being moved back into place, boxes of decorations being packed up and put away until November, and while it's still cold outside, spring is right around the corner. For that very reason, we thought it’d be a good time to talk about how to pair heavyweight and lightweight […] -
Fabric Care 101
We all know that furniture is a big investment, especially regarding upholstered pieces. In fact, the upholstery you choose is one of the most important decisions you can make when it comes to decorating your home. Not only does upholstery add comfort and style, but it also serves as a protective barrier from the wear […] -
How to Pick a Fabric Color Scheme
Color surrounds us every minute of the day, impacting us on many levels, including having an influence on our emotions, mood, and even our well-being. And yet, color is something that is so incredibly difficult for many people to incorporate into their home decor. Whether it’s fear of commitment to simply being overwhelmed, color can […] -
21 Fabric and Design Styles Defined
When the time comes to decorate or update the interior of your home, it’s important to consider what it is that you actually like. In essence, your design style. But for some people, narrowing down a specific style can be hard especially if they aren’t familiar with the types of styles that exist. For others, […] -
Bouclé: An Old Favorite That's Back and Better Than Before
There are times when fabrics once considered a thing of the past need to be resurrected because they’re just plain awesome. That’s exactly what’s happening with bouclé, an old favorite that’s gaining new attention by many. But what is bouclé and is it a fabric worthy of your home? Keep reading to learn more about […] -
Decorating With Damask
When you hear the word damask, what comes to mind? If it's an image of a large-scale pattern of swirling, scrolling leafy foliage, then you're partially right. The other part you may not realize is that true damask isn't really a pattern at all. In fact, it's actually a type of fabric! And contrary to […] -
Design Styles Defined: Hollywood Regency
Hollywood regency style could be best described as a little bit glamour, a little bit glitz, and a whole lot of style. Made popular during Hollywood’s Golden Age, one might think this 1930s-inspired interior is a relic of the past, but it isn’t. Today’s version of Hollywood Regency is a bit more modern than it […] -
The Benefits of Leather in Interior Design: What You Should Know About Leather Including How to Use It In Your Home
Modern, traditional, or eclectic—no matter your home's current style, decorating with leather furniture has proven itself to be truly timeless. And it’s easy to see why. Leather is a natural material unlike no other. It’s durable, yet buttery-soft. It’s chic and luxurious. It’s stylish and versatile (so versatile in fact, that leather is now being […] -
Guide to the Best Fabrics for Drapes, Curtains and Other Window Treatments
There's much to think about in regards to interior fabrics, especially when it comes to choosing the best fabrics for your windows. Fabric is an essential part of choosing drapes, curtains, and other window treatments. Since the material will ultimately dictate how well the window dressings will function and hold up over time, it's important […]