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Thursday, April 2, 2009

Magnetic Roman Blind and Valance Headrail

This post appears here and on the gallery. I think it is important to get the 'word' out about this because for years we have been trying to find a solution to the metal door and I  now have a functioning Roman Blind that does the job.

Some new developments on the magnetic headrail front.  I can now put a cord lock system on the headrail, no need for a cord cleat.  Today I installed a blind  25" wide and 84" long. Some
new components are coming my way and  I hope to be able to put a continuous cord system on the
 magnetic headrail soon.. Stay tuned!!

 This is one of the first ones I completed: Muslin for the blind, a jacquard for the valance. 
This decorative valance and functioning Roman Blind  are attached to the metal door  via a 
 magnetic headrails.  What makes this one different is that a valance or shade can be attached to it with velcro or staples. I've been thinking about this and trying different things for quite awhile. I've  got it now - the blind functions and the rod is secure.   And no holes in the metal door. If you would like more information or would like to order a rod, e-mail me at linda@designsewlutions.ca


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A beautiful girl and her puddin'

A beautiful girl and her puddin'
This gal is my niece Jessie who got married on September 22. Her hat is a work of art from Dropping Form Designs in Kamloops.

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One room 3 ways

One room 3 ways
Start with the bare bones. Can't decide which style you'd like? This design on a photograph tells the whole story. It's much easier to visualize what the room could look like.

A room fit for Halloween

A room fit for Halloween
This started with the print fabric and just went from there. Couldn't resist putting a weird face in the window. I think I was working too late.

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No more 'trying to visualize'
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Ladybug Chair

Ladybug Chair
The red spots are actually ladybugs,, connect to the Gallery for the rest of the story

Heat Loss Through Windows

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Linda Erlam, Design Sewlutions
Salmon Arm, BC, Canada
I am an interior decorator and master sewer with my specialty being fabric based solutions for interiors. I design and construct draperies, slipcovers, bedding, Roman blinds - if it has fabric on it or around it I will make it. I have a library of about 200 fabric books to choose from but I will also gladly go shopping with you to find just the right solution in the local fabric store. I believe that everyone can have beautiful surroundings without ' a second mortgage'. I want you, my client, to be happy. This means I promise to listen to you; take your needs and wishes as the most important and help you find just the right solution to your decorating dilemma, within your time frame, within your budget. Call me at 250-833-1120 for a free in-home consultation.
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