I was always a “let the shade down” kind of a girl. Most of my window treatments in past homes have been unfussy Roman shades, wood or tortoise blinds. In my newly decorated bedroom, though, I have ...

Choosing the right curtains depends on the window and room's dimensions and the curtains' purpose. Ideally, curtains should be hung three to six inches above the window trim and just reach the floor.

Whenever I think about window treatments, an anecdote from one of my favorite childhood books, Amelia Bedelia by Peggy Parish, comes to mind. If you don't know Amelia, she is a kooky housekeeper who, ...

Whenever I think about window treatments, an anecdote from one of my favorite childhood books, Amelia Bedelia by Peggy Parish, always comes to mind. If you don’t know Amelia, she is a kooky ...