Save Money on Energy Bills: Insulated Curtains to Keep Your Home Warmer

Save Money on Energy Bills: Insulated Curtains to Keep Your Home Warmer

Carl Fisher
As the nights draw in and the temperature drops, it’s time to make your home cosier than ever! Well-fitted, thermally-insulated curtains can keep your home warm and comfortable, without the need...
Made to Measure

Made to Measure

Carl Fisher
If you need help with how to measure for your new curtains or how to place your order online then scroll down to the bottom of this post for more information....
How to Keep Your White Upholstery Fabric Clean

How to Keep Your White Upholstery Fabric Clean

Carl Fisher
Choosing a white fabric is a simple way to instantly brighten and open up your space, but it comes at a price. If you have ever spilt something on a white cotton...
Ordering Material by The Metre: How to Get it Right

Ordering Material by The Metre: How to Get it Right

Carl Fisher
Whether you’re a keen upholsterer or a first-time fixer-upper, getting the right amount of material is the best place to start. Buy too much and risk wasting funds, or not...
How To Fix A Chair Seat With Springs

How To Fix A Chair Seat With Springs

Vi Nguyen
Has your favourite chair seen better days? Are you wondering how to fix your sofa and chair springs? If so, you’re in the right place. If you’re looking for some advice...
What Is Twill Fabric (And How To Choose The Right Twill For Your Project)

What Is Twill Fabric (And How To Choose The Right Twill For Your Project)

Vi Nguyen
Twill fabric is something that we encounter everyday, yet we don’t think about what it really is. One of the most popular weaves for clothing and upholstery, twill has been...
Choosing Your Fabric Weight Gauge

Choosing Your Fabric Weight Gauge

Vi Nguyen
Are you turning your hand to a new skill, or taking the next step with your home interiors? In our upholstery fabric weight guide, you’ll discover the best light and...
Type Of Upholstery Webbing

Type Of Upholstery Webbing

Vi Nguyen
Upholstery webbing is a strong, closely woven fabric used to make items such as straps and belts and support the seats of upholstered chairs. When first embarking on any upholstery project, it's hard...
What Is Houndstooth Fabric?

What Is Houndstooth Fabric?

Vi Nguyen
A timeless design that frequently appears on catwalks and in-home interiors, houndstooth fabric never goes out of style. The houndstooth pattern is often found in monochrome colours, though it can...
Check VS Gingham: What's The Difference?

Check VS Gingham: What's The Difference?

Vi Nguyen
Checkered patterns have been around for over 150 years, and still remain a staple interior fabric to this day. With so many different types to choose from, it can be...
Curtain Lining & Interlining - Why Use It?

Curtain Lining & Interlining - Why Use It?

Vi Nguyen
A curtain lining is the additional layer of fabric sewn into the back of a pair of curtains. Lining isn't essential but it is an important element to curtain making. So, why even...
CHOOSING A CURTAIN LINING FABRIC

CHOOSING A CURTAIN LINING FABRIC

Vi Nguyen
Curtain lining fabric is an important part of your curtain and blinds. However, many people don’t realise how important they actually are! They can create a tidy finish, protect your...