After a great Thanksgiving weekend, all of us at Interiors by the Sewing Room are excited for the upcoming holidays. We asked our designers to share their favorite holiday interior photos. Here are their picks! Liz Bruesch Lately cold weather…
Read MoreA Letter to My Windows
Dear Windows, You have been a part of our home since day 1. We didn’t have a lot of money when we first moved in, so we were left with no choice but to cover you in low grade shades….
Read MoreHome for the Holidays and a Giveaway
My front porch finally has perfectly plump pumpkins surrounding beautiful mums in full bloom. The air is getting a little more crisp and a mug of warm apple cider sounds like the perfect evening treat. I love fall! But wait……
Read MoreTips for Fall Decor & Paint Color Palettes
Do you love to spruce up your decor with every season, or are you looking for a color palette for your home that provides the warmth of Fall colors? We have some great tips on bringing a Fall feeling into…
Read MoreHome Renovation Timelines for your Kitchen, Bathroom, Guest Room and the Finishing Touches
How long will a home renovation take? Start preparing now to be ready for the holidays! I know, I know… it’s still summer (though the air is a bit more brisk these days), and kids are JUST heading back to…
Read MoreBefore & After: Traditional Style Swag Drapes for Large Windows
Today’s Before & After shows a great way to add traditional style to a very large window. Before: Our client recently moved in to their traditional style home, but knew they wanted to add some style to the beautiful large…
Read MoreGet to Know Our Team: All About Ashley
I like to work from the floor. If you see me on the fantastically patterned carpet at Interiors by the Sewing Room, do not be alarmed. When I’m creatively working through a problem, my mind and body needs more surface…
Read MoreTips from the Pros: How to Paint Perfect Stripes on a Wall
Alternative Title… ‘How to use painter’s tape, so you don’t get paint bleeding underneath and so you end up with a perfect line every time!’ Today’s tip is definitely a game-changer for anyone who prefers to DIY the painting in…
Read MoreHow to Mix Patterns with Decorative Pillows
We love coming up with new color and pattern combos! Whether you’re pattern mixing a bunch of throw pillows for your sofa or bed, or looking to pull patterns together throughout your room, we’ve compiled a few ideas. You could…
Read MoreTop 10 NeoCon 2015 Favorites
As an interior designer, one of my favorite events every year is NeoCon! At the (giant) Merchandise Mart in downtown Chicago, it’s an amazing 3 day trade show of all the newest fabrics, furnishings, fixtures and finishes set in gorgeous…
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