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Trapunto:
This is Italian for "to embroider". It uses two pieces of fabric, one sewn on top of the other, and is filled with cotton to raise the top surface off the bottom. We have used trapunto on leading edges of curtains, headboards, cushions and wall upholstering. |
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Soutach:
This is a fine flat braid applied on a fabric to appear as if sitting atop it. It’s normally one continuous cord running along the edge of the piece, and is commonly found on military clothes and hats to identify rank. |
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Embroidery:
This embellishes a fabric with a unique design applied by hand( chain stitch, blanket stitch, cross stitch) or by hand guided machine (running patterns, monograms). |
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Beadwork:
This adds texture and colour to a piece, one hand-sewn bead at a time. Lustrous or shadow effects can be elegantly achieved using this method. |
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Pleats:
These are permanent folds made by doubling fabric back upon itself and securing it in place. It’s seen mostly in clothing, but we often employ the technique to embellish leading edges of curtains and bed skirts. |
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Heading Pleats:
This design is carefully articulated so each pleat is identical and all seams are hidden. French, smoked or goblet pleats are pinched by hand. |
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Hardware:
This refers to the brackets and bars that accompany curtains. We either order custom hardware to match the style and feel of the piece, or custom build them for a design. |
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Pelmets, Baldaquins and Lambrequins:
These are traditional ornamental hangings that conceal fixtures on the upper part of a window. We often experiment with different materials for these pieces; including leather, metal studs, antique glass and upholstery. |
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Fabric Painting:
This is the art of applying a design to a fabric with the appropriate paint to create any pattern of color. |
