On the 1st of November 2014, my house unfortunately burnt down during a bushfire. I had just finished my school HSC, preparing for my year 12 formal.. which for many girls, is an important day! I lost many of my belongings, including childhood photos, many clothes & my formal shoes. Fortunately for me, I was getting my dress altered at Katoomba Fabrics, so my dress was left untouched by fire. My alteration request was quite a hard job (including a lining on the bodice of my dress, raising the hem & leaving a small train). After approx. 1 week, I went into the store to pick up my dress. The lady who helped me heard the story of my house & losing my shoes. You could tell she was heart broken. She went back to her bag which was left in the back of the shop & pulled out her wallet. She handed me $100 to buy myself some new shoes. This lady is not only amazing at what she does, she is also an amazing, selfless & all round beautiful woman! On the night of my year 12 formal, I was wearing a beautiful dress & had beautiful shoes. It was the perfect night & it was all thanks to this amazing woman at Katoomba Fabrics. This is a memory that I will NEVER forget & one day, I will repay her as much as I can. Thank you again.

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Choosing the perfect curtains for your home

Curtains not only liven up a room, but also serve another important and practical function—they prevent too much sunlight or wind coming in through the windows. We’ve got some advice to help you pick out picture-perfect modern curtains for your home.

Decide on the function of your curtain. For example, do you want to filter sunlight in or out? Sheer curtains can allow more light into the common area, like a living room. Alternatively, a heavier fabric is ideal if you want less natural light and more privacy, such as in the bedroom.
Measure the height from the rod to the floor. Don’t forget to consider the height of the hanging hardware and how much space you want between the curtains and the floor.
Ensure that the fabric is in keeping with the purpose of the curtain. For example, to block out light in areas of your home, a triple weave or a coated fabric is a good choice.
Invest in decorative curtain rods to add a touch of style to your curtains. From classic curtain rods to wooden ones with decorative end caps, there are plenty of options available.

Whether you need readymade, motorized or custom made curtains, we’ve got it all. Search our online listings of curtain manufacturers and request a quote today.