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Did you know that there are career and investment opportunities available with Decorating Den?


Decorating Den provides unique opportunities for those desiring to own their own business. Individuals that have a passion for decorating, and seek the flexibility and control of being your own boss, can find options with Decorating Den.


Decorating Den offers exciting opportunity paths:



Decorator Program: For individuals seeking employment opportunities, our Decorator Training Program is ideal. Requiring only a minimal investment of time, and money, qualified candidates can attend training programs and become eligible to work as a paid apprentice with our senior level decorators.



Franchise Program: For talented individuals who know they want to make interior decorating their future and business, our Franchise Ownership Program is ideal. Providing extensive training in both interior decorating and in running your own Decorating Den franchise, our program also affords you many business building benefits.



To find out more about these unique opportunities contact Decorating Den, at 417.724.9400

Decorative Fabrics (Part 2)

Pre-historic Linen

Long before anyone thought to unwind a silkworm cocoon or plant a row of cotton, linen was being woven into fabric. While dimensionally stable and easily bleached, linen generally does not take dyes well thus limiting the range and depth of colors available.

Since linen is readily recognizable and tends to be expensive, it immediately lends prestige to any room it adorns. However, linen is prone to wrinkling and does not iron easily so those who enjoy perfection should make another selection.

Manmade Fabrics

The 1950’s brought manmade fabrics but they lacked many of the features that were so desirable in the natural fabrics. But chemists persevered until today we have many beautiful choices in the man-mades.

Still, there are a few drawbacks. No synthetic fabric will have the depth of color in a silk nor the ability to be woven into the complex patterns available in cottons. Yet, these fibers and what they offer in appearance and price extend to a greater population the pleasure of having their home make a strong statement about quality and opulence.

Your decorator will guide you to the right fabrics for your home and lifestyle.

Decorative Fabrics (Part 1)

Nothing in your home will generate warmth and appeal more than the decorative fabrics used. A review of available fabrics will assist the homeowner in the sometimes-confusing selection process.

Is any fabric as rich as silk? Imported from the Orient for centuries, the very word silk generates opulence in one’s imagination. How can a room not feel elegant with the incomparable sheen, texture and depth of color that silk offers?

While there may be no more beautiful designer fabric, there are certain cautions to be taken when using silk, primarily its sensitivity to direct sunlight. Your decorator will specify not only a quality lining but also an interlining for protection from the strong Florida sun. When used for upholstery, silk should always be enhanced with a knit backing.

Cotton is Still King

Originating in Egypt, cotton is one of the most versatile and appealing of all fibers, natural or manmade. In the home, cotton is a decorative fabric mainstay. It dyes beautifully, and when finely spun, combed, and tightly woven it is both beautiful and sturdy, lasting for years.

If opulence is your goal, but budget and durability are important, choose a high quality cotton fabric in a rich hue or fabulous print.

Check back next week for tips on using Linen and Manmade Fabrics!