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In the September 2008 Issue of Window Fashions...

It's a season of change! The September edition of Window Fashions digs into the theme "transformations" with stories about designers transforming their careers, companies making over their businesses and rooms being completely redesigned. Don't miss our feature about the Minneapolis ASID Showcase Home, which features the work of 120 interior designers, architects and contractors who renovated a turn-of-the-century colonial into a stunning contemporary home. Plus we have interviews with designers, a story about lighting, a piece on transforming a room with blinds—and these stories:

JOAN STEFFEND
Decorating Cents Star Talks About Career Changes and HGTV War Stories

WINDOW FILM MYTHS
Window Film Experts Debunk Five Popular Myths

CONSTRUCTION ZONE
Six Proven Ways to Get the Best From Your Workroom

MAIL
Readers Write

In the August 2008 Issue of Window Fashions...

It's a colorful month! The August edition of Window Fashions digs into color in a big way with stories about designing with color. Don't miss our feature about the 2009 Color Forecast, featuring Color Marketing Group's forecast for existing colors and new introductions from now through 2010. Plus we have a story about designing with paint color, a piece explaining how color in different rooms impacts mood, a show report from NeoCon and much more—including these stories:

COLORWAYS
Four Hot Color Trends for Fabrics and Interiors

TRENDSPOT
Color Survey: 700 Readers Share Their Top Colors

PALETTE OF PRODUCTS
Colorful Ways to Coordinate Your Designs

In the July 2008 Issue of Window Fashions...

The July issue of Window Fashions gets down to business (ever inspirationally) with stories themed around Strategies for Success. Don't miss the ideas and insight in our feature, "The Design Business: Five Insider Ideas to Thrive in Challenging Times." Plus other great content, including expert advice, inspiration, trends, marketing tips and these stories:

LIVING IN COLOR
GOLD: The Color of Kings

NEW YORK DESIGN WEEK
Designers and Events Converge

SHUTTERS AND CELLULARS
Gaining Ground in Green Design

COLOR FORECASTING
No Crystal Ball ... Just Time, Energy and Research

COLORMIX '09
Sherwin-Williams Mixes It Up for 2009

HUE HINTS
This month, window shade experts give their tips on shade color and design:

ROOTING FOR COLOR
One response to our recent Window Fashions survey question, "Where do you find your color inspiration?" yielded some surprising results.

SEEN AT NEOCON
In its 40th annual show, NeoCon 2008 gave those who attended a sneak peak at the future of the design business. As a follow-up to August's edition of Window Fashions, here are even more designs that were on display at NeoCon.

STYLE FOCUS
Tab Top Panels

WALLPAPER IDEAS
Every designer knows you don't throw away extra wallcovering. You save it to use in future repairs and a variety of projects.

TOP 5 PRE-QUALIFYING DESIGN QUESTIONS
In July’s Window Fashions, Merlyn Corcoran shares with Window Fashions readers the five key questions to ask to pre-qualify clients from the initial contact. Here are five great pre-qualifying design questions to follow up with.

HEADBOARD WEEKEND
July’s edition of Window Fashions featured an article about Northfield’s “Headboard Weekend,” telling the story of 46 drapery workroom owners who banded together to create items to donate to the Northfield Foundation. The women donated their time and talents to create rooms full of upholstered furniture and bedding for this Virginia non-profit organization designed to provide a safe haven for young women in need. Here’s even more information about this weekend event.

NEW NICHES
For designers interested in exploring new markets, consider these niches:

TRENDY TEXTILES
In July’s edition of Window Fashions, GMI Trend Specialist Deb Barrett takes a look at how trend-forward products and services can lead to design business success. Here’s even more trend-worthy products she’s discovered.

NEW YORK DESIGN WEEK
New York Design Week is a series of parties, gallery showings, installations and off-site events, with the Javits Center-based International Contemporary Furniture Fair (ICFF) serving as the main draw. As a follow-up to July’s edition of Window Fashions, here’s even more designs featured during New York Design Week.

BLUE MOUNTAIN WALLCOVERINGS
Behind-the-Scenes

HIGH-TECH DESIGN COMES HOME
Why every designer should make motorization an option for their clients.

In the May 2008 Issue of Window Fashions...

Best of The Best
A look at a few of the companies and people who demonstrate what it takes to keep afloat in today's market.

Roman Shades
The Basics

WF Professional Spotlight
Spotlight on The Shade Store, this years WOW! Most Innovative Firm Award winner

In the April 2008 Issue of Window Fashions...

A Recap
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle

Editor’s Note
Earth-Friendly Shades of Green

Green Speak
Sustainability, Off-Gassing, Carbon Footprint Defined

Sustainable Window Fashions
Lush fabrics and high-performance window treatments combine for fabulous eco-friendly décor.

Green Vision
Three special venues showcase environmentally friendly interiors.

WF Professional Spotlight
Shining on a several eco-savvy industry players.

In the March 2008 Issue of Window Fashions...

Fabulous Fabrics
All That Glitters and Blooms

Creative Coordination
Combining hard treatments and coordinated fabrics to design the complete window creation.

Maison et Objet
Enjoy the array of international fabric, wallpaper, and trimmings discovered by Susan Schultz at the Editeurs section of JanuaryÂ’s M&O.

Editor’s Picks: Green Metal
By Colleen Duffy

Green & Simple
Kim Gordon, director of TODLgreen, highlights the Green Pavilion by TODL at IWCE.

WF Professional Spotlight
Trading Stories with Edward Walker

In the February 2008 Issue of Window Fashions...

INNOVATIVE INSPIRATION: New and Featured Products at IWCE Atlanta

Interior Innovations

Home Automation

Woven Woods: Fashion-Forward & Eco-Savvy Design.

State of the Industry: Taking the Temperature of 2007
by Susan Schultz

Considering or Combating Ready Mades
by Deb Barrett

Artisian Series: Wallcoverings
by Susan Schultz

Green And Simple: Learning how to make a difference
by Kim Gordon

In the November 2007 Issue of Window Fashions...

Editor's Note
Take Action

Grace Notes
Good Reasons to Up-sell Window Fashions

From Residential to Contract
Expanding Your Repertoire

Matt Lorenz
Top Design in Chicago

TrendSpot
Maison & Objet

In the October 2007 Issue of Window Fashions...

Living in Color: Yellow
BRUCE KNOTT, CMG

Trend Spot: SimpliCity Exposed
SUSAN SCHULTZ

The French Connection
SHANNON KEOUGH

Trimming Tips: for Workrooms and Designers
JUDY SOCCIO