Welcome back to Landry Home Decorating's blog, where we share the latest trends, tips, and tricks in home décor. Today, we're discussing a window treatment that's both stylish and functional—decorative rods for stationary drapes.
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Windows are the eyes of a home. They invite in natural light, offer views of the outside world, and contribute significantly to your home's overall aesthetic. Dressing them up properly can add charm and character to any room. One of the most elegant and versatile ways to do this is using individual decorative rods for stationary drapes.

Stationary drapes, also known as side panel drapes, are decorative curtains that hang at the sides of your windows. Unlike traditional curtains, stationary drapes are not meant to be opened and closed regularly. Instead, they frame your windows, adding depth, dimension, and a touch of sophistication.

Individual decorative rods add an element of style to your stationary drapes. These rods are available in various designs, materials, and finishes—from rustic wood to sleek metal—that can complement any interior design style. Whether your home exudes a modern minimalist vibe or a cozy country charm, there's a decorative rod that fits perfectly.

Using individual rods for each drape allows you greater flexibility in arranging your window treatment. You can adjust the spacing between the drapes to suit your window size and the look you're aiming for.

This type of window treatment shines especially when used on single or bay windows. For single windows, stationary drapes with decorative rods can create an illusion of width, making your window look larger than it is.

For bay windows, this treatment is a game-changer. Bay windows can be challenging to dress due to their unique shape. But with individual decorative rods, you can hang a drape on each window segment, highlighting the window's beautiful structure while providing a unified look.

​In the world of home décor, it's the small details that often make the biggest impact. Decorative rods for stationary drapes provide that extra flair that can transform your windows from ordinary to extraordinary. Not only do they enhance your windows' aesthetics, but they also offer a practical solution for dressing single or bay windows.

At Landry Home Decorating, we believe in the power of great design. Stay tuned to our blog for more home decorating ideas, and feel free to contact us for all your home décor needs.

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At Landry Home Decorating in Peabody, MA, we have been busy with incredible reupholstery projects that have transformed ordinary furniture into exquisite, eye-catching pieces. Our talented team has skillfully reupholstered chairs, breathing new life into them and making them look absolutely stunning. In this blog post, we'll showcase some of our recent work, featuring before-and-after pictures and a unique project using novelty fabric.

One of our recent projects involved reupholstering a classic chair that had seen better days. The original upholstery was worn and outdated, but the chair's frame was still in excellent condition. Our team carefully removed the old fabric and padding, then meticulously reupholstered the chair with a beautiful, high-quality material that perfectly complements the chair's design.

​The results speak for themselves – the before-and-after pictures above show how much of a difference professional reupholstery can make. The chair now looks brand new, with its vibrant colors and expertly tailored fabric, ready to grace any room with style and elegance.

​Another project we're excited to share is a chair reupholstered using novelty fabric pictured below. This unique choice of material allowed our team to create a truly one-of-a-kind, eye-catching, and conversation-starting chair. The fabric's whimsical pattern adds a personality to the chair, making it a perfect statement piece for any home.

Reupholstery is an excellent way to revive and rejuvenate your furniture, giving it a new lease on life and transforming it into a stunning centerpiece for your home. At Landry Home Decorating in Peabody, MA, we take pride in our exceptional craftsmanship and attention to detail, which is evident in the beautiful projects we've recently completed.

Free Consultation: If you're considering reupholstering your furniture but need help figuring out where to start, we offer free consultations to discuss your project and help you choose the perfect fabric and design for your needs. Our experienced team will guide you through the process, ensuring you're delighted with the result.

Free Pickup and Delivery: At Landry Home Decorating, we understand that transporting furniture for reupholstery can be challenging. That's why we offer free furniture pickup and delivery for our reupholstering services. Contact us today at 978-532-0907 for a free consultation, and let us help you create the perfect piece for your home.

Chris and Matheus installed Norman's Soluna™ Roller Shades at Salem City Hall Annex in Salem, MA​.

Roller shades have been a favorite window treatment for decades. Today, these shades have been redesigned to offer an even more modern and sleek appearance. With so many different fabrics available, roller shades can now be found in a broad array of colors and styles to match any office or commercial space.

One significant advantage of roller shades is their ability to control natural light while still providing privacy. The range of fabric options means that you can choose just the right amount of light filtering, whether you want a room to be fully bright or dimmed.

Today's roller shades are designed to be long-lasting, and their sleek appearance makes them a perfect sunblock solution for commercial buildings. Not only do they look professional and sophisticated, but they are also highly functional and easy to use.

Roller shades are an excellent choice for businesses looking to create a modern and classy environment. With their versatility and range of aesthetic options, roller shades can be the perfect finishing touch to any workspace.

​Look no further than Landry Home Decorating! Our expert team of craftsmen specializes in reupholstering furniture, and we'd love to help you transform your tired old pieces into stylish, comfortable showstoppers.

Our extensive selection of fabrics and materials lets you choose the perfect look for your home. From classic patterns to bold prints, we have something to suit every taste and style.

And best of all, our team handles everything from start to finish - from removing the old upholstery to installing the new fabric. You can relax while we work our magic on your furniture.

So why wait? Give your wingchair and ottoman the makeover they deserve with Landry Home Decorating. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and get started!

If you want to add a touch of elegance and comfort to your bedroom, consider investing in a custom-made upholstered headboard. At Landry Home Decorating, we create beautiful, high-quality headboards tailored to your unique style and preferences.

Our team of expert craftsmen can custom-build any size, shape, and style of headboard to complement your existing décor perfectly. Whether you prefer a classic tufted design or something more modern and streamlined, we have the skills and expertise to bring your vision to life.

In addition to being stylish and comfortable, our upholstered headboards are also highly functional. They support your back while sitting in bed, reading, or watching TV and protect your walls from scuffs and dents caused by pillows or other objects.

At Landry Home Decorating, we take pride in using only the highest quality materials and construction methods for our upholstered headboards. We offer a wide selection of fabrics and colors to choose from so that you can find the perfect match for your décor.

And best of all, we handle everything from design to installation so that you can sit back and relax while we transform your bedroom into the cozy retreat of your dreams. Our team will work closely with you every step of the way to ensure that you're delighted with the result.

So why settle for an ordinary off-the-shelf headboard when you can have a custom-made upholstered one that's uniquely yours? Please contact us today at Landry Home Decorating to learn how we can help bring your vision to life.

A Perfect Blend of Style and Functionality

When it comes to window treatments, homeowners in the Boston area are always looking for the perfect balance between style and functionality. Enter Vignette Modern Roman Shades by Hunter Douglas - a product that offers the best of both worlds.

At first glance, Vignette shades look like traditional roman shades, but they come with several unique features that set them apart from the rest. For starters, they have no exposed rear cords, which gives them a clean, modern look and makes them safer for homes with young children or pets.

​Vignette shades are also available in a wide range of fabrics and styles to match any décor style. There's something for everyone, from soft, flowing fabrics to bold textures and patterns. Plus, they're available in light-filtering and room-darkening options to control the amount of light that enters your home.

One of the most innovative features of Vignette shades is their patented Top-Down/Bottom-Up design. This means that you can lower the shade from the top down or raise it from the bottom up to let in natural light while maintaining privacy. This feature is particularly useful for rooms where privacy is a concern, such as bedrooms or bathrooms.

Another great thing about Vignette shades is their energy efficiency. They're designed to trap air between the fabric layers, providing insulation against heat loss during winter months and helps keep your home cool during summer.

Lastly, Vignette shades can be motorized for added convenience and ease of use. You can operate them using a remote control or through an app on your smartphone or tablet.

​Vignette Modern Roman Shades by Hunter Douglas perfectly blends style and functionality. These shades will surely add value to any home with their innovative design features, energy efficiency, and customization options​.

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​Pirouette Window Shadings by Hunter Douglas are a popular window treatment option with several unique features.

​One of the key features of Pirouette Window Shadings is their innovative design, which includes soft, horizontal fabric vanes attached to a single sheer backing. These vanes can be adjusted to control light and privacy, while also creating a beautiful, sculpted look when closed.

Pirouette Window Shadings also feature Hunter Douglas' patented Invisi-Lift system, which allows the vanes to float gracefully in front of the sheer backing. This creates an elegant appearance and helps to diffuse harsh sunlight for a more comfortable interior environment.

In terms of customization options, Pirouette Window Shadings come in a wide variety of fabrics and colors to match any decor style. They can also be motorized for added convenience and ease of use.

Pirouette Window Shadings offer both beauty and functionality, making them a popular choice for homeowners looking for high-quality window treatments.

Contact us today for a design consultation!
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​​Norman Window Fashion - Woodlore® Shutters just installed in a cute tiny cottage in Plum Island, Newburyport, MA, with 1- 7/8" louvers with traditional front tilt bar in Pure White.

• World's Best Selling Shutter
• Proudly Green
• Unmatched Durability
• Engineered  for Stability
• Multiple Colors & Louver Sizes
• Different Frame Styles

"Woodlore® Shutters are crafted using eco-friendly wood composite shutter with patented medical grade polypropylene coating for extra safety and durability. It’s not only environmentally safe, but it also exceeds even the most stringent international safety standards. Furnished with incredible density and strength, Woodlore® shutters are built to last a lifetime. Industry topping quality at an unbeatable value – there’s a reason why it’s the world’s best-selling shutter." -  https://normanusa.com/product/woodlore-shutters/

Shutter Installation by Landry Home Decorating.
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The below picture is of Hunter Douglas New Style Café Shutter was just installed in an entrance foyer in Boxford, MA. Very clean & simple, with just enough privacy. "Sometimes less is more." 

​Loveseat we just reupholstered in a beige canvas fabric & along with a Hunter Douglas New Style shutter we just installed as well for this master bedroom suite in Boxford, ma

Hunter Douglas Shutters are the perfect way to add the perfect finishing touch to any home. Whether you’re looking for extra privacy, insulation against the elements, or just a classic touch of elegance and class, Hunter Douglas Shutters have you covered. Not only do they offer a wide variety of styles that can match any décor, but they also feature different materials and finishes that will stand up to years of use. From rustic wood shutters to modern vinyl shutters to composite shutters—there’s something for everyone at Hunter Douglas. Their shutters also offer additional benefits such as easy cleaning and water-resistant materials so that you can feel good about your investment in these quality products. No matter what look or functionality you’re after, Hunter Douglas Shutters will provide the perfect solution for any home.

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​If you love the look of a Camel Back Sofa, you will be happy knowing that the 18th-century style is still popular today!  If you own one or come across one, think about having it reupholstered at Landry Home Decorating. With so many choices of fabric colors, textures, and patterns, having a sofa reupholstered to your specifications will allow you to own a priceless, gorgeous piece of furniture. 

Below is ​a set where we reupholstered the Camel Back sofa, loveseat, large ottoman & throw pillows with coordinated fabrics. Read more...

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What is Mohair upholstery fabric?
Mohair fabric is made from the hair of the Angora goat. "Mohair" comes from the Arabic word for "goat hair." Mohair is considered a luxury fabric because it is both solid and lustrous. It is often used in high-end clothing and upholstery because of its durability and elegance.

​We are Currently Upholstering This Club Chair in Navy Blue "Mohair Fabric."

These ​Norman's Soluna™ Roller Shades are perfect as sunscreen shades and privacy shades. They are shown here in white for this outdoor porch, giving the client a little privacy from the neighbors right next door. These shades work well inside for this project as well.

​​We just delivered newly upholstered furniture to Conway Cahill Brodeur Funeral Home in Peabody, MA. After painting and carpets are installed, the reupholstered furniture will be set up, completing a beautiful renovation project at the funeral home. 

​See more of our commercial upholstery work.

Does your business have furniture that could use reupholstering?  Give us a call to discuss your reupholstering project for chairs, sofas, loveseats, banquets, and more. 
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Beautiful shades moving to your schedule. Experience light exactly when you want it. Completely redesigned for 2022, PowerView® Automation gives you precise and convenient control of your Hunter Douglas window treatments. Shades operate independently, moving only when you choose to schedule them.

​Your PowerView shades will always be exactly where you want them, when you want them, thanks to Bluetooth® technology, which features real-time, two-way communication between your shades and the PowerView system.

ALL NEW—BEAUTIFUL SHADES MOVING TO YOUR SCHEDULE
Experience light exactly when you want it. Completely redesigned for 2022, PowerView® Automation gives you precise and convenient control of your Hunter Douglas window treatments. Shades operate independently, moving only when you choose to schedule them.

Programming your window treatments is simple. Operate them from home with the Pebble® Remote Control or through voice activation when PowerView is integrated with smart-home systems such as Amazon Alexa, Siri® on your Apple device or the Google Assistant. For the ultimate in convenience, the PowerView® App is a perfect way to manage your shades when you’re home or away.

WHY SMART SHADES?
Added Convenience--Easily control shades with a button press, tap on your mobile device, automatically, or even with your voice (when integrated with a compatible smart-home system).

Increased Privacy--Schedule shades to automatically close whenever you want.

Better Energy Efficiency--Schedule shades to raise and lower to prevent harsh summer rays from heating interiors up or to prevent heat loss in the winter.

Enhanced Security--Easily give your home a lived-in look while you're away by scheduling shades to automatically raise and lower at set times.

Safer for Children--Because smart shades lack lift cords, they're a safer option than shades with exposed cords.

COMPATIBLE WITH WHOLE-HOME AUTOMATION SYSTEMS
PowerView Automation seamlessly integrates with sophisticated whole-home automation systems.

REQUEST A CONSULTATION
To learn more about PowerView Automation, request a consultation today!

We recently installed ​NEWSTYLE® Hybrid Shutters by Hunter Douglas for a client in Gloucester, MA.
​"Combining the natural style of genuine wood with the durability of advanced, man-made materials, NewStyle® Hybrid Shutters are both practical and beautiful and have a range of colors, design styles, and configurations to suit any interior."

PROVENANCE® WOVEN WOOD SHADES by Hunter Douglas installed in Gloucester, MA
"A bedroom has to be bright and airy by day, then dark and cool by night. Textiles and furnishings go a long way to create this double life, but window treatments are the secret weapon.​"

​Custom soft Roman shades for Master Bathroom. These shades can be lowered and raised. They act like top treatments and can function for privacy when needed. The fabric by Carole Fabrics is a soft ivory & light sage embroidered fabric.

Tailored pleat board mounted valances with a twist (Literary). Added rope trim to accent the valance with a duvet cover to match. Simple but elegant looking for this Master Bedroom suite.

​Stationary drapes in a blue and white embroidered fabric with lining & interlining to give a full rich look.
Accompanied by Kirsch 2-1/4" diameter wood pole in white with rings & pair of Chaucer end finials for this guest bedroom.

Custom Made Window Treatments by Landry Home Decorating in Peabody, MA. We offer quality design, fabrics, and craftsmanship of window treatments. Learn more about our custom window treatments and see our portfolio of window treatments.

The geometric pattern of tufted upholstery is very desirable on sofas, headboards, ottomans, and chairs.  The look can be elegant to rustic depending on the fabric you choose when reupholstering your piece. ​

​Pictured here is a Tufted Sofa in rich blue velvet with large decorative silver tacks we just completed and delivered to Topsfield, MA 

Get Free pickup and delivery of your furniture when you choose Landry Home Decorating to reupholster your project. Call (978) 532-0907 for details.

It's been a bust spring in our reupholstering department with many projects. Check out some before and after photos pictured below. (Click on Images for Larger View)

Our designers and fabricators transformed this customer's home with beautiful matching reupholstered chairs, ottoman, sofa, and window seat with matching pillows.  Our customer was "thrilled with everything" and "greatly appreciated the personal service". Check out the pictures below! ​(Click on Images for Larger View)

When you purchase qualifying Hunter Douglas shades, you’ll get a $100 rebate and reduce your energy costs all year long. Offer available March 12 – June 20, 2022, during the Energy Smart Style Savings Event.
Buy 4 of the following and save.

• 4 Duette® Honeycomb Shades – plus $25 for each additional until purchased.
• 4 Sonnette™ Cellular Roller Shades – plus $25 for each additional until purchased.
• 4 Vignette® Modern Roman Shades – plus $25 for each additional until purchased.

Contact us today to start to learn more about Hunter Douglas.

*Manufacturer’s mail-in rebate offer valid for qualifying purchases made March 12 – June 20, 2022, from participating dealers in the U.S. only. A qualifying purchase is defined as a purchase of any of the products in the quantities set forth above. If you purchase less than the specified quantity, you will not be entitled to a rebate. Rebate will be issued in the form of a Virtual Reward Card and emailed within 6 weeks of rebate claim approval. Subject to applicable law, a $3.00 monthly fee will be assessed against card balance 12 month after card issuance and each month thereafter. See complete terms distributed with Virtual Reward Card. Additional limitations may apply. Ask participating dealer for details and rebate form. ©2022 Hunter Douglas. All rights reserved. All trademarks used herein are the property of Hunter Douglas or their respective owners.

​​Matching custom ottomans being upholstered in our shop with beautiful floral fabric with kick pleat skirt. The other ottoman on bench just getting started.

The history of the ottoman originated from the Ottoman Empire.  Originally they were designed as a platform with cushions pilled on to create seating.  The ottoman was brought to Europe in the 18th century and eventually made it to North America.

Ottomans make great footstools or a fireside seat.

Other names for ottomans are: footstools, tuffet, hassock or pouffe.

Learn more: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ottoman_(furniture)

​Our expert upholsterers have been at it again with some cool projects. Our craftsman just reupholstered this wicker sofa. The back pillows are super comfortable with feathers and down fill. It feels just as comfortable as it looks. Check out the difference with the before pictures below.

A client of ours recently wanted to have this portable bar, pictured above, reupholstered.  Whether you need to fix a torn armchair, reupholster a dining room chair or create a personalized home décor we have the ability to upholster almost anything.

We have been busy with a few reupholstering jobs at Landry Home Decorating.  The two pictures below is of an antique sofa fully restored and reupholstered  & delivered to Newburyport, MA. Take a closer look at the before and after photos by clicking on the photos for a larger view.

​​Set of four reupholstered Parsons Chairs.  ​Parsons Chairs are a modern and minimalistic design that is perfect for any decor style. These chairs come with a fully upholstered seat and back. The legs of the chair can be steel or wooden. Parsons chairs are available in many colors and can be upholstered to all colors and patterns of fabrics.

​Just reupholstered this old worn couch in an off white herringbone fabric. Check out the before and after pics!

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