The world is prepped and excited for another Bond outing, this year. The teaser trailer for his latest film, Spectre, was released a few weeks ago, and promises to be one of the finest releases ever in the 007 catalogue, which is now in its 53rd year of cinema. One of the staples of Bond from […]
A delicacy to millions, and a disgusting notion to possibly even more! Like it or not, though, today (May 24th) is National Escargot Day – the day when it is, apparently, acceptable to eat as many snails as you can stomach. We are normally happy to let this holiday go by without a mention, but […]
Despite the weather being a little lackluster here in the UK at the moment, there is definitely a feeling of spring in the air; the leaves are once again back on the trees and the fields are welcoming a new generation of lambs. Today (May 19) sees the return of the annual RHS Chelsea Flower Show. […]
Season’s greetings! No, we’re not crazy, we are saying season’s greetings in May. Surely you know that today (May 10th) is Clean up Your Room Day? Yes, the one day where you simply cannot avoid that tidy-up you’ve been putting off all year. Fortunately (or unfortunately), this year the holiday falls on a Sunday, meaning that […]
Album covers have always been the ‘window’ to the music inside, and it’s amazing just how many of these iconic images actually feature windows in the picture. From highly thought-out photo shoots, to paintings, to casual snaps taken in artist’s homes, here are the 10 pictures we found the most compelling: 1. Carole King – Tapestry […]
British Summer Time has officially begun, and here at Roman Blinds Direct, we think it’s a cause for celebration; despite losing an hour of much needed sleep, the longer evenings and rising temperatures mean there’s a smile on everyone’s face. This year, the start of BST coincides nicely with the lead up to Easter, so […]
Like most that are interested in interior design and textiles, we’re big fans of Pinterest. Here, we create boards for each of the Interior Goods Direct brands, as well as a few extra for themes that we have a particular soft spot for. One of these is, of course, beautiful arrangements that include Roman blinds. […]
For many of us, it seems the pile of household bills is never-ending. Water, electricity and gas, not to mention rent or mortgage payments, take a rather large chunk out of our monthly income – it seems that ‘living’ is a very expensive thing indeed! Our friends over at Vertical Blinds Direct have created an infographic […]
January can be a rather dull and depressing month, especially when it comes to the old bank balance. If you’re feeling anything like us at Roman Blinds Direct, you’ll be eagerly awaiting the beginning of February, ready to wave goodbye to the month of blues and look forward to warmer, wealthier times. But while you may be […]
Today our trend watchers have decided to share with you the big colours for 2015. This array is diverse, from soft pastels through the deep, rich shades. The one thing they have in common, however, is that each colour is inspired by nature, whether it be a hue reminiscent of meadow flowers or a tone that […]
The festive period has come to an end and it’s time to take down the decorations, put your Christmas jumper to the back of the wardrobe and throw yourselves into the new year. Of course, that’s much easier said than done; January is renowned as a bleak month, and there’s no wonder why, what with everyone […]
Today we’re delighted to announce the winner of our photography competition. We were overwhelmed with fantastic entries, and very much taken by surprise by the amount of talented interior designers and photographers out there. It’s great to see our customers proudly displaying their blinds and curtains in stylish homes! We want to share with you […]
Christmas is the time of year that glitz and glam reign supreme, and here at Roman Blinds Direct, we believe that no home is complete without a considerable amount of style and sparkle come the 25th. We’re talking sumptuous shades of grey, white and silver, faux fur flourishes and, of course, plenty of glitter! We’ve […]
Are you a fan of flowery prints? There are dozens of different styles of floral patterns – just take a look at our selection, and you’ll be overwhelmed by the flowers! However, this variety can often prove difficult when you’re trying to track down your ideal design. Are you on the hunt for flowery curtains […]
Don’t be misled by the name Roman Blinds Direct – of course, we create the perfect bespoke blinds for your home, but we also stock a vast array of other products, including cushions in many different colours and designs. We have a particular soft spot for our range of Kids’ Cushions range. Cushions are a […]
Do you have a penchant for animal print, regularly charmed by cheetah and ever-tempted by tiger? Perhaps you always find yourself drawn to the section of the shop that brims with exotic designs and fur trims, or maybe your favourite way to style up an outfit is to add an animal-inspired accessory?
Last time we had a look at some of best seasonal fabrics on offer at Roman Blinds Direct, giving you lots of inspiration for updating your window dressings this autumn. Today, we’re going to be explaining exactly why Roman blinds are the perfect option when the weather turns chilly and the nights draw in.
Are you dreaming of a warm, cosy living room for the coming cold months? Or how about a stylish, seasonal kitchen for the autumn? As the weather changes and we’re forced to spend more time inside than out, it’s typical to notice aspects of your home that you’d like to change or improve. The niggly […]
Can you think of anything better than a big, hot cup of tea? Whether you call it a cuppa or a brew, there are few things in the world that could ever compare. Over here at Roman Blinds Direct, we’re devout tea drinkers, and since we’re also big fans of cool and quirky home design, we […]
We like to think we’re masters when it comes to Roman blinds – patterns, fabrics, linings and headrails, we know it all. So when one of our sister companies, Custom Curtains, recently explored the history of curtains, we decided to take a look at the origins of our own product.
