Whether it is finishing touches for a home decor enthusiast, something unique for that hard to buy for member of the family, or little stocking fillers and gifts for hosts visit us in St. Ives Cambridgeshire and shop independent this Christmas!
Janet's top picks
Donna's Favourites
"Our Rhubarb and Tea rose Diffusers have such a lovely fragrance, and are prefect for gifting. The fact they're made locally makes them extra special. The vase is a great gift for anyone who loves home decor, paired with a bunch of seasonal flowers."
Jo's Gift List
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Pencil Pleat
This classic curtain heading is the most cost effective to make up. Heading tape is attached to the top of the curtain and needs to be gathered to your required width. This creates a neat row of pleats resembling a row of pencils. Pencil pleat curtains can be hung from a track or pole, we recommend using lots of hooks to allow the curtain to hang nicely. Pencil pleats are at home in a contemporary house as well as period style homes.
Double or Triple Pinch Pleat
Double or Triple pinch pleated curtains are pleated to fit your pole exactly. The pleats form uniform folds within the curtain for a tailored look. As the names suggest, a double pleat has two pleats, and a triple pleat has three pleats. Triple pleats require more fullness, we allow 2.5 times fullness. For double pleats we allow 2 times fullness. They can be hung from a track or pole and look best when hung beneath the pole.
Eyelet
Eyelet curtains have a modern, contemporary look. The curtains have metal rings (eyelets) inserted into the top of the curtain and are then threaded onto a curtain pole. Eyelets are available in a variety of colours including silver, chrome, and antique brass. We recommend hanging eyelet curtains on a metal pole as this will help them to move easily. Eyelet curtains aren't suitable for bay windows.
Wave
Wave curtains are hung on a specialist track or pole and create a simple, contemporary look. A wave track has wave gliders within it which allow the curtains to sit in permanent folds to create a "wave" effect. They stack back neatly taking up minimal space. They look best on large windows such as bi folding doors. We can order wave tracks at extra long lengths up to 10 metres. Wave curtains can be lined and also look great in sheer voile fabrics.
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1. Trends are a great way to find inspiration and ideas, but try not to be too led by them as you may end up regretting your decision in 12 months time! Try to focus on colours and fabrics you're drawn too, and that you know you and your family will enjoy living with.
2. Consider the rest of the room and house. Whether starting from scratch or adding to an existing room scheme, it is important to consider the other elements in the room to create a cohesive look. Think about flooring, paint colours, and other surface textures. Having samples of these will help you pull your ideas together. Lay them out on a mood board or bring them into store to help you choose a fabric.
3. Find your style. Think about the look you're trying to achieve. It may be bold and modern, or classic and understated. Or you may have seen a look in a magazine that you love. We can show you the most suitable brands and fabrics for your taste. Whether it is bold florals for maximalist style, or plain linens for a paired back look, we've got something for everyone. We can also order you free samples!
4. Different types of fabric will bring different looks to your room. For example natural fabrics such as linens and wool will add texture and warmth to your room. Where as fabrics such as silk, velvet and embellished fabrics will bring a luxurious feel to your curtains. Consider this before beginning your fabric search, this will help to narrow down your search and hone in on the look you want to achieve.
5. Set a budget for yourself. This will help you to narrow down your options. Fabrics range in price from £17 p/m - over £70 p/m. We can guide you to the fabrics which best suit your budget.