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Same Sunset, Better Margaritas
I didn't plan to get philosophical in Key West. I mean, it's Key West. You're supposed to worry about sunburns, overpriced mojitos, and which bar makes the best key lime pie shot. Not contemplate the meaning of life while Jimmy Buffett plays in the background and a...
Motorized Shades: Because Your Tampa Windows Are Tired (And So Are You!)
Let’s be real. Controlling your blinds with a remote or an app might sound like something out of a sci-fi movie (or for people who have a butler named Alfred.) But here in Tampa Bay, where we love comfort without complication, it’s actually one of the smartest...
From Beantown to the Sunshine Hustle: Loyalty, Legacy & a Leap of Faith
Some transitions come with champagne toasts and grand announcements. Others happen more quietly—with packed boxes, deep breaths, and a heart full of mixed emotions. For Shades In Place, this journey represents both an evolution and a continuation of our commitment to...
The Insurance Policy for Window Treatment Installers
Former Trading Secrets Podcast Welcome back to the Trading Secrets Podcast. This show is sponsored by WCAA - the Window Coverings Association of America. Their mission is to make available educational and networking...
Boston Built Me, Now Tampa Gets Me
It was January 2023. I had just returned from Brazil: sunny days, family, laughter, grilled meat, and caipirinhas. I was full of warmth—physically, emotionally, and culturally. My tank was topped off. Then came Boston. The cold hit differently that day. The wind...
Room for Improvement in the Window Fashion Industry
Former Trading Secrets Podcast You might just be starting out in the industry or maybe you’ve been in business for decades. Nonetheless there is one common feature for all successful companies, regardless of size or...
15 Educational Opportunities with Trading Up Consulting
Former Trading Secrets Podcast Trading Up Consulting and Trading Up Academy are filling a huge void in the window fashion industry by providing knowledge & education when it comes to window treatment installation and...
The Lights Out Edition! Let’s Talk Blackout Shades & Curtains
Hello, window lovers! If this is your first time reading We Dress Naked Windows, welcome to the party! This is where we answer the top five (sometimes more, because I like to talk) most common questions about window treatments—with a little Brazilian zest, humor, and...
Pensacola Expansion, Santa Fe Shades & My First Hockey Game
Hello Friend! February was a wild ride, filled with travels, training, tacos, and finally, the moment we’ve been waiting for… our home remodel is officially DONE!After months of dust, decisions, and debates over the perfect shade of paint (which, ironically, wasn’t a...