News & Updates
30 Years of Redi Shade
It’s hard to believe it’s been 30 years of Redi Shade! Time flies when you are having fun, that is for sure. 30 years later and we are still making innovative solutions and have continued to grow our Redi Shade product family with many more No Tools products. Our story started in 1991 in California, with our famous Original Pleated Paper shades that to this day are still our top seller. We even had decorative versions of the shades back then too! At the time we had just a few dozen employees who together, would put together every order to… Read More
DIY & Lifestyle, Home Decor
5 Ways to Spruce Up a Space
We have return-guest blogger, Layla Nicholls, with this post on 5 ways to spruce up a space. After spending months on end at home due to the pandemic, you’re probably tired of seeing the exact same views every day. You might even be feeling anxious from being cooped up indoors. If this sounds like you, why not start the New Year by sprucing up your home? We might be in February, but it’s never too late to switch up your space. After all, The Huffington Post explains that rearranging your home can give you a sense of accomplishment and refreshing change of… Read More
DIY & Lifestyle
DIY Melted Crayon Shade
Looking for some fun crafts to do with the kids during their break? Or just need a fun DIY project for yourself? Melted crayon art has been super popular lately! You can do it with just about everything including pumpkins, a canvas, jewelry, ornaments and so much more. Here’s how to make a DIY melted crayon shade that you can hang up in a room to display your art. What you will need —Colorful crayons (we used a 24pk, but we recommend using a 64pk for all the extra colors) —Hot glue gun (and the glue of course) —1 36”… Read More
DIY & Lifestyle, Home Decor
Changing the Entire Look of a Room With One Simple Project: New Shades
Changing the Entire Look of a Room With One Simple Project: New Shades This week, we have guest blogger Jennifer Bell providing us this great post, Changing the Entire Look of a Room with One Simple Project: New Shades. New shades can completely change the way your space looks and feels. Whether you have them in your bedroom, your living room, or even your kitchen, it’s important to use them to your advantage to give your room exactly the aesthetic look you are hoping to achieve. If you are looking for new shades, or to change the look of your… Read More
Shades 101
All About Original Arch Shades
Arched windows, also known as half circle windows, can be really tricky. They are so beautiful and we love how they show light through them, but at the same time, we kind of want to cover up that bright light that hits you in the face every morning. Then there’s the issue of having different shaped arch windows and finding shades to fit them. We get questions all the time about our Original Arch Shade, and we want to help you make it work for your half circle window. Some of the more common arch windows: Perfect Arch (28” to… Read More
DIY & Lifestyle, Home Decor
Decorate on a Budget
As we get more and more restless at home during this quarantine, we thought it would be a good time to start some DIY projects and learn to decorate on a budget! What better time to redecorate and have a little fun doing it, am I right?! Checkout these fun and cheap ideas: Geometric Accent Wall Pick out your colors, tape out your shapes (and have fun with it!) and paint! These geometric accent walls give the room such a fun look. Thrift Shopping Online People give things away everyday. A quick google search will help you find some great… Read More
DIY & Lifestyle, Home Decor
Making a Christmas Tree with Original Shades
Making a Christmas Tree with Original Shades Here’s a fun craft project you can make with the kids during the holidays! Bet you didn’t know that our Original paper shades not only provide coverage for your windows, but you can also use them for fun crafts. Today we show you how making a Christmas tree with Original Shades is super fun and easy! What you will need: – 1 or 2 36” or 48” Original Shades (depends on the size of tree you want to make) – Green spray paint – Styrofoam balls (as many as you’d like, these… Read More
DIY & Lifestyle, Home Decor
Making a Thanksgiving Wreath with Original Shades
Making a Thanksgiving Wreath with Original Shades Thinking about making your own wreath for Thanksgiving? Try making one with our Original Shades! We decided to make a turkey wreath. It’s so easy, and looks super cute. Just need a few items from your local store and you can have your wreath ready in no time. What you will need: – One 36” Original paper shade in white – Spray paint in preferred colors (we used dark red, orange, and yellow) – Hot glue gun – Glue sticks – Scissors – Rope, yarn, or ribbon (whatever you prefer) – Assorted color… Read More
DIY & Lifestyle, Home Decor
How to Make Your Own Halloween Shade
How to Make Your Own Halloween Shade Our Original Shades are awesome for apartments, dorm rooms, around the house or during home renovations, but they are also great for Holiday decorations! We decided to have some early Halloween craft fun with our Original Blackout shades. Check out this step-by-step craft guide on how to make your own Halloween shade. What you will need: – An Original blackout shade – Burnt Orange spray paint – Black acrylic paint – Purple acrylic paint – Black sparkle paint (optional) – Fluorescent Purple sparkle paint (optional) – Tacky glue – Gold sparkles – Stencils… Read More