When I completed my professional training in curtain making and soft furnishings, one of the things I really came to appreciate was just how much work goes into making something properly by hand. And it's something that's really important to me in my own workroom.
There's a lot more hand stitching involved in making a bespoke Roman blind than you might imagine. From preparing the blind to attaching the lining and finishing all the little details, it's about taking the time to get everything just right. The stitches are tiny, carefully placed and not visible from the front.
Could some of it be done quicker on a machine? Absolutely. But for me, the extra time is worth it for the quality of the finish.
I think that's the real luxury of handmade. Knowing that someone has taken the time and care to make something specifically for your home, rather than simply getting it finished as quickly as possible.
This blind is Wisteria Botanical Green from Woodchip & Magnolia. It comes in some gorgeous pinks too.
Sarah x