Custom Curtains Blog

There’s something about Pink

Fri 9 Oct 2015 James Nuttall

We at Custom Curtains love our pink collection. Pink is the archetypal colour for expressing your feminine side, and seems to have been since time began. It is stated in the Oxford English Dictionary that the colour ‘Pink’ was first defined in the late 17th century, initially used to describe flowers this colour. Therefore, it literally has […]

Fashion Focus: Balmoral

Tue 15 Sep 2015 James Nuttall

We haven’t fared too badly in the UK with nice weather this year, wouldn’t you say? Despite the odd, inevitable gloomy day, the temperature has been warm and the sun has, generally, shined for the past few months. Be that as it may, the summer is coming to a rather unceremonious close; the days are […]

Sewing Machine Day

Thu 10 Sep 2015 James Nuttall

According to the internet, there are several days in the year that this holiday is supposed to fall on, so we have decided to go with the predominantly featured date, which is September 10. This holiday is a celebration of the significant invention, which has been responsible over the years for the creation an innumerable […]

Get the look: The ’60s

Wed 26 Aug 2015 James Nuttall

With the anniversary of the legendary 1969 Woodstock festival last week, we at Custom Curtains were inspired by the incredibly psychedelic fashion of that decade to write an article on how you could incorporate this style into your home to get that iconic ’60s look. Naturally, your first port of call is to invest on […]

Six incredible hotels

Thu 13 Aug 2015 James Nuttall

Most of us have that ‘dream holiday’, where we travel to some exotic land and experience life-changing moments that alter our perspectives on just about everything. Everyone’s dream destination differs, of course; some long for hot, tropical climates like the Caribbean or the jungle, while others dream of travelling up to the Arctic Circle to […]

Ring down the curtain

Fri 19 Jun 2015 James Nuttall

And for today’s history lesson, we at Custom Curtains will be educating you on the various types of front curtains used in showbiz! Are there any buildings with a more exhilarating atmosphere than a theatre? The UK is particularly blessed with a rich theatre heritage, hundreds of which are still standing and in use today. […]

Feminine Florals Mood Board

Wed 11 Mar 2015 Amy @ Custom Curtains

It’s time for another Custom Curtains mood board… This time, we’re explaining the very best way to achieve a stylish springtime space. Start by dressing your windows with an eye-catching floral print. Stick to a pastel palette of soft blues, greys and pinks, with the occasional splash of yellow to brighten things up. Choose cute yet understated […]

Valentine’s interiors at Custom Curtains

Wed 11 Feb 2015 Amy @ Custom Curtains

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and we can’t wait! After all, what’s not to love about roses, romantic gestures and, most importantly, lots of chocolate?! Whether you’re an old Romantic that counts down the days till February 14th every year, or a cynic that deems Valentine’s a consumerist driven marketing ploy (there are […]

4 things to consider when choosing curtains

Tue 6 Jan 2015 Amy @ Custom Curtains

First things first, Happy New Year from everyone at Custom Curtains! We hope you had a wonderful time, and that your January Blues aren’t too difficult to cope with after such a fun-filled. relaxing and indulgent break. For us, the Christmas period was a very busy one, and a great end to a great year. […]

All you need to know about curtains

Mon 1 Dec 2014 Amy @ Custom Curtains

So, you’ve finally selected the perfect pair of curtains for your newly decorated room. You’ve carefully considered colour and print, as well as umming-and-ahhing over different types of fabric. You’ve measured up, thought about the lining, and you’re just about to proceed to checkout… But wait – there are a couple of final things you must […]

Customisable Curtains

Wed 5 Nov 2014 Amy @ Custom Curtains

Buying window curtains shouldn’t be about rooting through piles of poorly packaged products, hoping to discover a set that matches your requirements and then eventually settling for a pair that will sort of tie in with the rest of the room’s décor. Here at Custom Curtains, we want your curtains to be just right, which is why […]

Tartan Interiors This Autumn

Tue 21 Oct 2014 Amy @ Custom Curtains

What’s the best thing about autumn? Some might say the hearty comfort food and hot drinks, while others prefer the fun and frights of Halloween. Bonfire Night is also a big favourite, along with the glorious golden landscapes that appear come mid-October. While we enjoy all of these things, here at Custom Curtains, the biggest […]

Who ever said don’t wear horizontal stripes?

Fri 17 Oct 2014 Amy @ Custom Curtains

In the fashion world, horizontal stripes have always been taboo. For years women have been told to avoid the unflattering design and opt for vertical versions that add height and slim the figure. However, recent investigation has discovered that in actuality, horizontal stripes are more flattering than their perpendicular counterpart. Why? Because of the Helmholtz […]

Trendy Tieback Tricks

Mon 22 Sep 2014 Amy @ Custom Curtains

Gone are the days of old fashioned tiebacks – you know the type, stiffened swathes of matching fabric finished off with gold rings that hook to the wall…? Though they do the job of pulling back curtains and effectively dressing a window, the formality of old school tiebacks makes them a little bit frumpy for […]

A Brief History of Curtains

Fri 22 Aug 2014 Amy @ Custom Curtains

Here at Custom Curtains we offer a huge range of made to measure and ready-made curtains, as well blinds, poles and cushions. Of course, as the name suggests, our speciality is curtains, and we pride ourselves on having extensive knowledge of them. From the fabrics, styles and manufacturing methods, to the additional features of eyelets, […]

Layering up: 4 wonderful window dressings

Fri 8 Aug 2014 Amy @ Custom Curtains

When summer begins to draw to a close and the colder months approach, the world of fashion quickly turns its attention to the impending season. Autumn staples reappear on catwalks and in shop fronts, and along with tartans, thick knits and furs, the concept of layering is reintroduced. Layering up: the way to ensure you’re […]

Custom Curtains

Thu 13 Sep 2012 admin

Here at Custom Curtains we are dedicated to supplying our customers with the highest quality products and to providing the highest levels of customer satisfaction. Our committed and enthusiastic team here at Custom Curtains are all experienced in creating made-to-measure products of the highest quality. As an Internet-based business we pride ourselves on being able […]