At The Tapestry Standard we get a fair amount of questions about caring for, hanging, and where to place tapestries. Here is a reprint of a great article I recently found that answers a lot of these questions.

Tapestries are a great addition to the home. For those who are considering displaying this instead of a painting, here are some questions that people frequently ask.

First, how do you hang tapestry? Well, there are two ways to do it. You can either use a wooden dowel or a decorative rod. You do this by putting in the rod through a hidden pocket similar to what you do when you hang a curtain which you can easily get it from the hardware store.

The difference with the two is that the wooden dowel can only hold short tapestries while the decorative rod can hold longer ones. To make it look nice, you can hang a set of tieback tassels that coordinate with the colors in the tapestry on each of the rod. Another suggestion will be to use other decorative items to accentuate the tapestry.

But what if the tapestry you purchased does not have a hidden pocket for the rod? If that is case, don’t worry because you can make one by getting some thread. The other option is to use special clips which can also be attached to a rod.

What do you do if the tapestry has creases? The only way to get rid of creases is to iron it out. If you have steamer, that shouldn’t be a problem but if you are using an iron, put the tapestry on an ironing board face down including a soft cloth along the crease. Gently iron it until the crease has been removed.

So far, we’ve uncovered some interesting facts about Tapestries. You may decide that the following information is even more interesting.

If there is a flaw in the tapestry, does this mean it is a factory defect? When we see this in clothes, the answer is yes but in the case of tapestry, the answer is no. This is because hand woven tapestries are individual woven on a loom which means you can’t expect it uniform. Of course the story is different when this is made by a machine which is why you should check it carefully before leaving the store.

How do you clean tapestry? The best thing about tapestries is that it requires low maintenance. This means you can get it cleaned by using a light brush or vacuuming the front and back once or twice a year. You also have the option of bringing it to the laundry for dry cleaning.

What if the bottom part of the tapestry curls? Such things happen because of the weather and the only way to stop this from happening is put some weight in the bottom. The other option will be to sow a pocket in the bottom so a rod can be inserted because the more pull it provides, the greater the chances that crease issue will be resolved.

Should tapestries be only displayed indoors? The answer is no but be warned that frequent exposure to direct sunlight will make the fabric of the tapestry fade. If you still want to display it outside, make sure that this in hung somewhere that does not get a lot of exposure from the sun.

Now that you know a thing or two about tapestries, you should not have problem displaying and taking care of it. The only challenge now is finding one that will follow the overall theme of the room.

Here is a link to the original post: http://www.nfrbiz.com/tapestries/commonly-asked-questions-about-tapestry.htm

Hello everyone, today I have just a simple post for you. I have recently come across a wonderful blog maintained by a woman studying to be a tapestry weaver.

This blog is all about her travels to see famous tapestries around the world and about her own tapestry weaving. For anyone who is interested in wall tapestries and how they are made or anyone who is into crafts, this blog is a great place to visit.

The writer is named Erica, here is her bio:
I am a budding tapestry weaver, and this blog will chronical that journey. I am also a Barista to pay the bills by day and I am a dedicated bellydancer by night. See my work at http://ericalynndiazoni.daportfolio.com/

And here is a link to her blog, called Between The Wraps:
http://lifeonb612.blogspot.com/

It’s holiday time and The Tapestry Standard has a gift for you.

From now until December 24th, The Tapestry Standard will send you a free full size Christmas theme tapestry throw blanket with every order over $300.

It doesn’t matter if you’re ordering something for yourself or as a gift for someone else, you get this toasty throw blanket no matter what.

Keep it for yourself or use it as a gift for someone else. This tapestry throw makes a great executive gift for your boss or for anyone you know who loves Christmas decorations.

Plus if you opt-in to the The Tapestry Standard Home Decor Discount Club you get an extra 10% off your entire order. So, do you Christmas shopping at The Tapestry Standard this year – you’ll save big on all wall tapestries and get free stuff!

Yes, most of us do. But what to get Mom this year?

Tapestries, whether they be wall hanging, pillow covers, table runners, or any other style make great gifts Mom will be surprised and excited to receive.

But it can be difficult to decide which style you think she would like the best. So instead of making a guess, why not give Mom a gift certificate so she can choose the style she likes best for her home decor.

What’s nice about a Tapestry Standard gift certificate is that it’s not some generic money voucher, it’s very specific and so shows the thought you put into deciding to give the gift of her choice of tapestry. It’s a fantastic way to show you care and give Mom the freedom to choose for herself.

Visit The Tapestry Standard today to order your Mother’s Day gift certificate. It can be emailed to you or to Mom so you don’t have to worry about it showing up on time, it will be delivered instantly.

Art tapestries make beautiful and classy additions to your home decor.  There are few other ways to add sophistication and color so easily and with such a wonderful outcome.  These art tapestries are all new and at low prices, as usual.

The Kiss tapestry is perhaps a favorite of ours.  There is so much color and movement in this piece – it makes a dull room sparkle with color and life.  It really makes a statement against neutral colored walls or against a warm brown. 

Add the beautiful work of Van Gogh to your home with his Cafe at Night wall hanging.  The deep, rich blues of this piece set off cream walls and furniture marvelously.

This medieval art tapestry by William Morris defines the genre and time period.  The Knights of the Round Table tapestry shows off the mystical beauty of the unicorn and the deep dark of the unknown forests.

Just imagine what these tapestries can do for your home!  Come browse our selection of fine wall tapestries and save at The Tapestry Standard.

That’s right! It’s officially Spring next week! I can’t wait for the warmer weather to settle in. I’m watching my crocuses spring from the ground and I’m anticipating the colorful blossoms that should be opening shortly.

Spring time is all about the first splash of color after a dark and grey winter landscape. Spring time is when people are generally the happiest, according to many studies. How can you not be when the air smells sweeter and the breezes are warm?

My favorite part of Spring isn’t the flowers nor the warmth (though they are both rather pleasant). It’s the cleaning and redecorating! Everyone is familiar with Spring cleaning. No one likes to actually do it, but once it is done everything feels like new and sparkles with the morning sun. During this whole cleaning process, I like to change my decor to reflect the new, budding season. Obviously, I’m not going to go all crazy and repaint, so I change the look and feel of my wall decor and choice of area rugs.

Usually, I am not a fan of florals. I love flowers, but I would rather have the real thing than a picture of flowers. Spring time is the only exception to that rule. I hang floral prints and tapestries in the place of my regular wall hangings to get in touch with the season. Here at the Tapestry Standard, we just got some new (and gorgeous) floral tapestries that I, personally, would love to hang.

If you want to add a splash of Spring to your home decor, I highly recommend Fiesta Primavera I and II, Aux Coleurs II and for a breathtaking Spring landscape, Evening Glow Tapestry. I just know you will love them! Enjoy and embrace the upcoming season. Here’s to Spring!!!