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Shades for the Summer
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DIY & Lifestyle, Home Decor, Home Improvement, Shades 101

Shades for the Summer

Posted on July 6, 2022 at 5:01 pm by / 0
It’s Summer time! Known for relaxation and having fun vacations. It gets insanely hot and we know what that means…the house stays too warm and our energy bills get more expensive. We have found that our Light Blocking and Blackout shades are a great help to our customers during this time of the year. So we went live on Amazon to share why we recommend them, especially for the summer months. Check out this link to view the livestream  (Don’t forget to follow us on Amazon to catch our next live) LIGHT BLOCKING These are great for blocking most of… Read More
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5 Tips for Moving into a New Home

Posted on May 11, 2022 at 3:30 pm by
Moving into a new home is stressful. There is so much that goes into it – from finding a home within your budget and that meets your wants and needs, packing, and then actually moving into it and decorating. The entire process can take weeks or months depending on your schedule. To help take some of the stress off of your shoulders, we have put together 5 tips for moving into a new home. 1. Paint and Renovate Before Moving in After purchasing your home, you will want to make it yours! Figure out if there are any renovations or… Read More
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Spring Refresh With Redi Shade

Posted on March 31, 2022 at 5:30 pm by
Spring has officially sprung! And, we know what that means – spring cleaning! Cleaning can sometimes be overwhelming – especially such a daunting task like spring cleaning. We went live on Amazon and shared some of our favorite tips and tricks for giving your home that refresh that it needs from the fall/winter season. Check out this link to view the livestream. Get Organized First, let’s talk about organization. Getting organized before you start your home refresh can be super helpful and make the tasks at hand easier and quicker to accomplish. Start with a list of To Do’s. Go… Read More
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DIY & Lifestyle, Home Decor, Home Improvement, Shades 101

Don’t Be Afraid Of The Dark

Posted on February 25, 2022 at 12:00 pm by
Don’t be afraid of the dark; it’s good for you. Sleep is crucial for your child’s development – both physical and mental. Unwanted light can deter your little one from getting the best possible sleep. That’s where we come in; using blackout shades will keep that unwanted light out of their bedroom. Our blackout shades block 99% of all exterior light. While asleep, the human brain sorts and stores information, replenishes vital chemicals, and helps keep you healthy. Proper sleep is necessary for your child’s growth and immune system – without it, they might lack in those areas. Experts say… Read More
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10 Tips For Better Sleep

Posted on February 9, 2022 at 3:28 pm by
New year, new YOU! January was a trial month – February is the month to truly get into those new routines and better habits you set as your resolutions. If getting a better night’s sleep was one of your New Year’s resolutions, check out these 10 sleep tips. TIP 1: Decide On A Set Bedtime We’re all busy and we know that it’s not always practical to go to bed at the exact time every day. So, rather than aiming for an exact time, aim for a window of time to give yourself a little bit of wiggle room. We’re… Read More
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Snowflake DIY

Posted on December 16, 2021 at 1:07 pm by
Tis the season for another DIY Craft with Original Shades. We’ve got an easy snowflake DIY craft for you and your family that will get your place holiday ready. WHAT YOU WILL NEED: – 1 36” or 48” Original Light Filtering Shade (Paper or Fabric) – Spray Paint – Glitter – Holiday-themed decor – Scissors – to cut shapes – Glue Gun – Utility knife or sharp kitchen knife – Optional: Spray glue STEP 1 First, using an Original Paper or Original Fabric shade, trim your shade to the desired width. The wider the width, the larger the snowflake. Pro… Read More
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Kid Friendly Halloween DIY Shade

Posted on October 27, 2021 at 3:03 pm by
Looking for an easy Halloween craft to do with your kids? We’ve got you covered. Our DIY Halloween Original Shade is a fun, quick and easy way to spruce up your windows for this spooky season! What you will need: – 1 36” or 48” Original Blackout Shade (black) – 1 36” or 48” Original Light Filtering Shade (white) – Halloween themed stencils (we used ghost and bat ones) – Halloween themed stickers – Metallic markers (show up better on dark shades) – Spider webbing (optional) – Spider (optional) – Scissors – to cut shapes – Glue gun or any… Read More
Redi Shade Product Hacks
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Redi Shade Product Hacks

Posted on September 1, 2021 at 4:28 pm by
More great Redi Shade product hacks! Here’s a few we have found to be handy. Compressed air spray to clean This is a great hack for cleaning the inside of any of our cellular shades, including Easy Lift, Original Arch and Artisan Custom or Select shades. You just need a can of compressed air spray. Use the straw it comes with and put it into the inside of the shade and spray. It will get rid of any dust, dirt, or creepy crawlers that have made their way in. Velcro strips to switch out shades This can come in handy… Read More
Does light affect my child's sleep?
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Does Light Affect My Child’s Sleep?

Posted on May 18, 2021 at 8:38 pm by
Today on Made in the Shade, “Does Light Affect My Child’s Sleep?” with guest blogger and Child Sleep Consultant for MonkeyRoo, Krissy Brashear. Some parents like to have night lights in their children’s nursery so they can maneuver around in the room. So when they go in to do a middle of the night feeding or check the temperature of the room they don’t injure themselves. Other parents like the night light because they believe their child needs it, or even worry they may have a fear of the dark. Depending on the age of your child, the latter reason… Read More
spring cleaning tips
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Spring Cleaning Tips

Posted on April 20, 2021 at 3:53 pm by
We’ve been waiting on this time of the year for what feels like forever, but also sort of dreading spring cleaning. To make things a little more organized, fun and quick; here are some spring cleaning tips to help you get through it. Spring Decor Start on a happy note first! Play your favorite playlist and bring out the spring decor. Put away that winter decor you no longer want to look at. Open some windows and let the fresh air in. Update your window shades If you are one that likes some light coming through your windows, but not… Read More
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