Expert Insight
At Carole Fabrics, we believe informed decisions lead to better design. Explore expert perspectives, technical guidance, and creative inspiration covering custom products, fabrics and trims, hardware, and the details that make exceptional window treatments a reality.
March 20, 2025
At Carole Fabrics, we’re committed to sustainability in our products and processes. As a whole, window treatments create more energy-efficient and comfortable spaces. Opening and closing […]
November 14, 2024
Decorating for the holidays is such an exciting time of the year! There are always questions that come up when we get ready to decorate. Do […]
November 6, 2024
Efficiently closing sales is critical to the success of your business. As a Carole Fabrics customer, you have access to all of our fabrics, trim, hardware, […]
April 17, 2024
As you received your sample books for the Spring 2024 decorative fabric collection from Carole Fabrics, you may have noticed the addition of the PFAS-Free symbol […]
October 17, 2022
Do you know how to identify safer window shades? Soft Roman shades are a beautiful way to introduce fabric to a room. Carole’s wide variety of […]
June 16, 2022
We all love to select drapery hardware! It’s jewelry for the room, an accessory that can be subtle or bold — but always makes a significant impact. While […]
May 13, 2022
Whether you are designing for yourself or a client, understanding how to choose between traversing drapery or stationary side panels is essential so you make the […]
February 15, 2022
National Embroidery Month, recognized each year in February, is a time to celebrate embroiderers and the stunning needlework they create. At Carole Fabrics, admiring fabric details […]
November 22, 2021
Most of us have had questions about Flame Retardant (FR) fabrics at some point during the course of our design careers. What are FR fabrics? What […]
September 28, 2021
Custom draperies offer maximum design flexibility with which to create the perfect effect for your room. Pleated styles add a traditional look of formality to a […]
September 14, 2021
Fibers have unique properties that can affect how the fabric performs in your home. Knowing the fiber content helps in planning how and where to use […]
August 31, 2021
The construction process determines the fabric type. The combined characteristics of the fiber and the construction process establish the look and feel of the final fabric […]
August 2, 2021
Whether we live in an urban high-rise, a coastal cottage, a modern farmhouse or a city suburb, there are certain rooms in our homes that may […]
June 28, 2021
When I was selling window treatments as a designer, I am happy to say I was very successful at it. I know I wasn’t the best […]
May 17, 2021
If you’ve ever taken your own photos after completing a design for a client, what I’m about to say won’t come as any surprise: Photographing window […]
November 16, 2020
When planning out your draperies there are a lot of elements to think about. Some of the most important questions are: What style are you trying […]
August 3, 2020
Sheltering in place has given us the opportunity to spend significantly more time in our homes. Many of us are working from home and might be […]
June 19, 2020
The new Paramount Trimmings Collection is the perfect way to enhance your draperies, shades, top treatments, and pillows. Paramount Trimmings includes nine different colors, ranging from […]
March 29, 2020
5 Areas to Focus Your Attention center I have been wanting new dining chairs for a couple of years now. I’ve had them a long time […]
January 28, 2020
Have you ever lost a job to a competitor because they provided your potential client with a faster quote? With the Internet, clients are conditioned to […]
October 1, 2019
Maria Rhinehart Merchandising Manager Maria has taken the industry by storm with her fresh style and upbeat attitude. She is excited to share her top picks […]
August 22, 2019
Susan Pfingst National Training Coordinator With over 35 years in the Home Design Industry, Susan now brings her extensive experience in design and sales. Training is […]
September 10, 2018
Kathy Moreland Senior Merchandising Manager With 20 years as the textile buyer at Carole Fabrics focusing primarily on window treatments, Kathy lends her expertise in showcasing […]
March 13, 2018
Kathy Moreland Senior Merchandising Manager With 20 years as the textile buyer at Carole Fabrics focusing primarily on window treatments, Kathy lends her expertise in showcasing […]
Last updated: July 30, 2026