Selecting the perfect window treatments for your home

What to consider when framing your view

So, you have finally bought that house of your dreams and are getting settled in. Maybe you have just purchased all new furniture, or maybe you have repainted and changed the color and design scheme in that space that needed updating. Everything is done… except the window treatments! How high should you mount the drapery rods? Would roman shades be better? How about roller shades, or maybe shutters?

All of these are great questions that are asked quite frequently. Window treatments can be considered an investment piece and often preserve the other real estate in a room. Here are some questions to consider when selecting window treatments.

Stationary sheer panels on black iron rods with rings
Stationary sheer panels on black iron rods with rings
Flat lined geometric roman linen blend shades
Flat lined geometric roman linen blend shades
Woven wood blind with stationary linen blend panels and braided trim edge

What is my style?

Is your home full of traditional furniture and antiques? Draperies on decorative rods with ornate finials could be the right look for your home. Perhaps it has more of a modern vibe? Clean roller shades, Roman shades in bold geometrics or textured solids could look great, or shutters might be just the thing. Maybe you have a modern farmhouse style? Ripple fold or flat panels are trending. Whatever your style, there is a window treatment that will most certainly coordinate and complement.

What kind of window treatments would be best for my space?

The reality is, there are lots of options, and there may be more than one! During the consultation process, special attention is paid to your furnishings, decorating style, window size limitations, and lifestyle to help decide which style is right for each space.

Drapery panels help to focus the eye on the height of room. Roman shades require less fabric, and can provide light and temperature control, as well. You may opt for a valance or a cornice board to add a touch of softness to a window.

Other non-fabric options include solar roller shades in a wide variety of textures, colors, and designs. Beautiful woven wood shades in natural fibers, honeycomb blinds, wood or faux blinds, and wood or faux wood shutters. Ultimately it is a homeowners’ personal choice and is largely dependent on the allotted window treatment budget.

What do custom window treatments cost?

Perhaps the most important thing to consider when deciding on window treatments is your budget. Fabric will be the costliest part of any window treatment, with decorator fabrics starting at around $55.00/yd and up. Without a professional you could be making some costly mistakes. An average of $1500 to $5000 per wall is a safe estimate for custom window treatments in today’s economy. Consider them an investment that will truly make your house a home.

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What Others Are Saying

Jan Velayas -San Antonio, Texas

The drapes are installed and they are drop dead gorgeous.

Deborah Thomas, San Antonio, Texas

Dear Lisa, When I asked you to make custom chair cushions and window treatments for me I paid you up front because I was that confident about the quality of your work and I was not wrong. I have received many compliments on the chair cushions and the beautiful window shade you designed and look forward to many other opportunities to use your services. You are a gifted person and more responsible than many businesses these days, it is a pleasure to work with you.

Suzanne Perry – New Braunfels, Texas

We needed some custom drapes for a huge floor to ceiling window. We made an appointment to meet with Lisa, at which time we picked out our fabric and explained exactly what we wanted. She was so helpful and very professional. She explained everything told us when we could expect them to be done and installed. It ended up that they were done earlier than expected, which was great. She came personally with her team to install them and they too were very nice and professional. They look beautiful and we highly recommend Lisa and Something Sew Unique for all your window treatment needs. Her quality of work is impeccable!

Sylvia Jennette – Austin, Texas

My curtains are beautiful! They fit perfectly. Your sewing is very expert. Thank you very much.

Robin Raine – San Antonio, Texas

Lisa has made several amazingly beautiful pillow covers for me, every one constructed with a very creative flair and spot-on attention to detail. While visiting her shop, I have also had the opportunity to view many o

Susan Bailey – New Braunfels, Texas

Lisa did a fantastic job with two custom shower curtains and chair/pillow upholstery. In the midst of working on this her home was flooded and she didn’t miss a beat. Her work is sheer perfection and she has a great eye! Thank you for making our home more beautiful.

Christie Storer – Universal City, Texas

I LOVED the drapes.  They are perfect, and beautifully made!  Thank you so much!  I am so happy!!!

Darlene O. – Marble Falls, Texas

Lisa has a fantastic eye in design, color matching and mixing textures. She listens to your idea/concept, then returns with sketches and a cost estimate. She absolutely wants to please the client and will work with the client to achieve a great product.

I have used Lisa to help me during the last 5+ years and I was never disappointed.

Ann Louise Hagerty – Seguin, Texas

I just wanted to tell you how pleased I am with my drapes and cushion. I really appreciate the intelligence, artistry, and skill you used to make everything work. The drapes are so nice that I think I need new furniture now! Thank you for a lovely job.

Christie Storer

The cushion looks amazing!  It is perfectly matched.  I got a lot of compliments on it!!! Thanks so much for another outstanding job!

Marissa Foss – Barton Creek, Austin, Texas and Woodland Hills, California

I have obtained the services of Something Sew Unique recently, and couldn’t be more pleased with the service and quality that I have received. I am interior decorator based in CA, and had to find a workroom to service my Austin client. I interviewed several workrooms and was the most impressed with Lisa at Something Sew Unique. I thought it was going to be very difficult to do business across the United States, but she made it easy. She does beautiful work and has kept great communication with me along the way. I look forward to her weekly emailed pictures of my designs coming to fruition. If anything is unclear, she is the first one to contact me to ask questions and clarification. I would highly recommend this company.

Andrea Garza – Riverchase, New Braunfels

Lisa, the owner of Something Sew Unique, put a huge smile on my face when my custom cornices and panels arrived. The work was amazing and it all looks so much better than I even thought it would thanks to her help with picking out the perfect fabrics to match my home. Thanks, Lisa.