Finials and cornices and valances, oh my! In the world of custom drapes, tricky terminology can require an entire glossary. When it comes to the curtains vs. drapes confusion, though, the answer is relatively simple: there is no difference between curtains and drapes. The terms are often used interchangeably. At the same time, at Strickland’s Fabrics & Draperies, we prefer the phrases drapes and draperies. Here’s why.

When you purchase custom bedding from Strickland’s Draperies & Fabrics, you get custom-designed bed scarves and skirts, throw pillows, neck rolls, bolsters, boudoir shams, Euro shams, coverlets, matching blankets and quilts, and even matching draperies. We help...

Until recently, the search for custom drapery inspiration involved a pair of scissors and a pile of shelter magazines. While assembling a manila folder full of cutouts can be fun, these days, there’s another way: the hashtag. Chances are, you’ve heard of the hashtag (#) before. But if you’re new to how it works, we can explain.

At Strickland’s Draperies & Fabrics, we believe there’s an art to everything in home design - especially when it comes to arranging your custom throw pillows. While it may be tempting to toss a few of your favorite pillows on the couch and call it a day, you know...

There’s nothing like the absolute contentment and melt-in-bed bliss that comes with sinking into a wonderfully comfortable layered bed. Chances are, your bed already has the comfort staples ready - nice sheets, pillows, and duvet - but how can you get the full...