Thimbles & Threads

Thimbles & Threads Based in Oxfordshire providing quality bespoke curtains, blinds and other soft furnishings Bespoke, quality blinds, curtains and other soft furnishings.

These photos landed in my inbox and I absolutely love how this room has turned out.What many people don’t realise is tha...
08/06/2026

These photos landed in my inbox and I absolutely love how this room has turned out.

What many people don’t realise is that my role often extends beyond supplying the window treatments. With this project, we discussed everything from paint colours and panelling to artwork and styling, helping to create a scheme that felt cohesive and calm.

The starting point for the design was this beautiful inherited bed, complete with its stunning fabric headboard. It was such a special piece that we wanted it to remain the star of the room, so every decision that followed was made with that in mind.

When selecting fabrics for the Roman blind, we deliberately chose something understated that would complement the bed rather than compete with it. Her husband then created the beautiful panelling, she chose the same paint colour that I have in my own home, and together we selected artwork that completed the scheme.

The Roman blind is obviously a key feature, but it’s the combination of all the elements working together that makes the room feel so successful.

I always say that a beautiful room is rarely about one thing. It’s about making lots of thoughtful decisions that all support each other.

It’s been such a pleasure watching this room come to life, and I’m incredibly grateful that my client trusted me to help shape the vision.

05/06/2026

After sharing my Roman blinds mishap the other day, I thought I’d show you the other side of the story.

With these blinds, I knew the fabric wasn’t wide enough so I designed the border in from the outset.

A lot of what I do happens long before any sewing takes place. I’m constantly checking fabric widths and working out how everything is going to fit together.

Not quite as entertaining as making a mistake and having to plan around it 🤣 but it’s a good example of how a little planning can save a lot of headaches later on.





02/06/2026

A little design confession…

When I originally specified the fabric for this Roman blind, I completely overlooked one important detail – the fabric wasn’t quite wide enough.

Rather than introducing a join, we decided to add a contrast border, and honestly, we think it transformed the design.

What started as a challenge became one of our favourite features of the finished blind.

It’s a lovely reminder that bespoke interiors aren’t always about sticking rigidly to the original plan. Sometimes the unexpected solution creates something even better.

What do you think – happy accident or design upgrade?

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04/05/2026

Wishing my beautiful baby the happiest of birthdays 🎂💓🌸🥂

20/04/2026

Another pair of stunning double sided curtains fitted by today. These were for a cinema room so interlined with black out lining.

Beautiful Omega Velvet again with the perfect ticking in cranberry on the back this time so that the curtains look stunning from every angle

09/03/2026

A lovely day today returning to this exciting new build to install the curtains and blinds.

Many of these pieces were made and ready before Christmas, but as with most large builds there were a number of delays before the house reached the stage where we could finally fit them.

There were also a few unexpected adjustments along the way — including shortening a couple of pairs curtains after coving was added later in the build.

It was a real pleasure to see so many of the finishing touches finally come together today.

Happy international women’s day 🩷
08/03/2026

Happy international women’s day 🩷

05/02/2026

Stage one of this London installation completed yesterday.

Perfectly made curtains, beautifully fitted, and a space that now feels calm, finished, and lived in.

Bronze Metropoles featured in one room, with discrete tracks used in the others to let the curtains — and the space — speak for themselves.

Huge thanks as always to for his exceptional fitting

This is the part of the work I love most. Always grateful to work in beautiful homes with clients who value craftsmanship.

This was a match made in heaven!  This absolutely gorgeous  fabric trimmed with a stunning  cut ruche
19/09/2025

This was a match made in heaven! This absolutely gorgeous fabric trimmed with a stunning cut ruche

I love the timeless elegance of these stylish pinch pleat curtains in this beautiful embroidered fabric by   paired with...
09/09/2025

I love the timeless elegance of these stylish pinch pleat curtains in this beautiful embroidered fabric by paired with a slim Arc pole in soft brass fitted by

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Watlington
Oxfordshire
OX49

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Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
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