Inside the Workroom: The Art of Handcrafted Curtains
Curtains are more than just window treatments—they are a testament to artisanal skill, creativity, and dedication. At Redgraves Home Fabrics, every curtain begins its journey in our Auckland workroom, where master makers transform the finest textiles into elegant, custom pieces that elevate homes across New Zealand.
Meet the Makers: Tradition and Talent
Our talented team of fabric experts and seamstresses bring over 60 years of experience to every project. Redgraves’ workroom is a vibrant blend of tradition and innovation, where skills are passed down, refined, and celebrated through generations.
Hand cutting: Each fabric is measured and cut precisely for its unique window, ensuring a flawless fit and optimal drape.
Expert sewing: Our specialists stitch and tailor with attention to detail, using proven techniques for smooth seams, invisible hems, and strong reinforcements.
Artisanal touches: From tailored pleats to handcrafted trims and borders, our makers add bespoke elements that reflect your personal style.
Behind the Seams: The Making Process
The journey of a handcrafted curtain follows these steps:
Fabric selection: Guided by our design consultants, customers choose from curated global textiles.
Patterning: Our workroom drafts accurate specs and templates for a perfect result.
Precision sewing: Every panel is stitched using professional-grade threads and careful tension settings, creating straight lines and smooth, lustrous finishes.
Detailing: Hardware, tracks, and finishes are added, reviewed, and measured to work seamlessly in every home.
Quality Control: Perfection in Every Panel
Redgraves Home Fabrics prides itself on uncompromising quality. Each curtain passes through rigorous inspections:
Size and proportion checks ensure exact measurements to each millimetre.
Seam and hem review guarantees durability and lasting beauty.
Final presentation: Each panel is pressed, steamed, and wrapped—ready for professional installation.
The Redgraves Difference
Our dedication to craftsmanship extends beyond the workroom—every order receives full support from design consultation to in-home fitting. This artful process blends global design inspiration with New Zealand ingenuity, creating window treatments that last for years while enhancing the beauty and comfort of your home.
Transform your space with handcrafted curtains from Redgraves. Book your free in-home design consultation and see how our workroom can create bespoke artistry, exclusively for your windows.