Using a local small workroom means individualized attention to your project, be it one window or a whole house. Here the rod is a custom-finished Brimar French rod with rings. The samuelandsons trim finished the leading edge beautifully. Initially
Outdoor pillows. This fabric is so soft. While the inserts need to be polyester filled to withstand the moisture of outdoors, that doesn’t mean they have to be uncomfortable. I only use high-quality, heavy inserts. They cost a little more t
It was a full day driving to Waco with tullydraperyshop to take some time to work ON my business. #customworkroom #cozygiraffe #businesscoaching
It’s bolster time!
I wanted to invite everyone to this Sunday’s Earth Day Celebration hosted by the Parks and Trails Foundation of Cedar Park. Cozy Giraffe will have a door prize there: three outdoor pillows (value over $200). There are over 50 booths with non-p
I rarely see for myself, but I make time by going on sewing retreats at least twice a year. I’m not a great quilter, but this quilt has been quite the challenge. I’m pretty proud of this one. A quilter will appreciate those points and
Pattern matching takes time. Time well spent. Matching up the pattern repeat is one thing. Deciding where the seams will fall is another whole consideration. This will make a beautiful, extra wide, roman shade. #customworkroom #Customhomedecor #co
It was such a treat to visit @tullydraperyshop along with @lavenaluxeinteriors yesterday. We got to draw the winner in Linda’s Patreon live class and then got to work together to make a pair of velvet panels. It’s amazing how fast it go
I got to spend lunchtime learning all about Liberty of London and see their 150th anniversary collection. There are some beautiful fabrics in their new lines.
The month is nearly over! Some people say January drags on, but it flew by for me. In addition to fabricating some great custom pillows and a super complicated bench cushion this month, the past weeks have been filled with research, planning and get
FAQ: How do we work together? 1. Send me your ideas, pictures, links to fabrics, and some general measurements. 2. Approve the estimate and submit the deposit so fabric and supplies can be ordered. 4. Wait while fabric arrives, the job is added to
In the US, the industry tends to use the word drapery, but just as technically correct is the term curtain. In fact in Europe, curtain is the term commonly used. Either way, it refers to a panel of fabric that hangs next to a window. It can be sta
Today is perfect weather for National Cuddle Up Day and a morning on the couch cuddled up with the cat. Dave the cat is a major lap cat, especially when it’s cold. So of course she’s cuddled up. #national #cuddle #nationalcuddleupday
Pattern matching on some lovely #greenhousefabrics .cherry blossom print in spa. This fabric is 100% cotton, which is the best fabric for draperies.