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While most people will be familiar with the gathered heading, the double pleat is gaining popularity and here’s why. The double pleat is a lot more structured than other styles because of its defined heading. While gathered can look whimsical and rustic, the double pleat is more...

In this Q&A Sue gives her essential tips on choosing curtains for an old or historical interior.   Q: What are the main points to consider when planning curtains for an older property or country house? Sue: There are three key points.  The proportions of...

In recent years there has been more demand for sheer curtains, due to more contemporary minimalist interiors. Not only do lighter window coverings allow for privacy while not blocking out light, they can also introduce a romanic feel to an interior. One company that Sue...

With the largest privately owned textile archive in the world, it’s no surprise that GP & J Baker is one of our top fabric suppliers. Based in Chelsea Harbour’s Design Centre, the company that also produces wallpaper, furniture and trimmings, is an obvious go-to source for...

Sue’s KLC School of Design talks by Laura Campbell  For over 15 years Sue has been giving talks about professional curtain-making and soft furnishings to interior design students at KLC School of Design, based in Chelsea Harbour. As blinds, curtains and cushions are key, if...

One of the biggest dilemmas clients are faced with when choosing blinds and curtains is fabric. With so much to consider – be it colour scheme, pattern, style, finish and weight – it can be hard to know where to start. A plain shade is often the simplest solution...

  Sue Whimster Curtains Ltd is excited to announce that we are now working with Oath Home (Offcuts Assisting the Homeless). Oath Home is a sustainable, luxury furnishings company that uses fabric offcuts to produce high-end soft furnishings. What makes this company unique is...

Using environmentally friendly products is a great way to reduce our carbon footprint and help uphold our role as custodians of the planet. The principles and ideals of using sustainable and recycled materials and renewable energy is nothing new. We’ve been seeing more and more...

Since 2004 there have been 33 child/toddler deaths in the UK due to young children being accidentally strangled within window blind cords. Unfortunately control chains and blind cords were creating hazardous loops that proved fatal in some cases. This is a frightening statistic....

Whether you are an interior designer or one of our private customers, if you’ve ever worked with us at Sue Whimster you’ll know how dedicated we are to the quality of our service and products.  We are proud of the quality and service we offer and we’ve worked...