Carey, a Marin local, came to us to discuss the need to shade her home’s main living space with great southern exposure. She wanted a sense of privacy and yet have enough light transparency not to darken the space. Marin, being surrounded by water, calls out for a design that incorporates the local seafaring history that helped to build the Bay Area.
Carey brought the concept of utilizing a used sail and marine hardware to our team, to design and fabricate nautical curtains. We went to work researching the most effective way to reuse the cloth and create a functional, easy to use shade that could be rolled up and stowed. After a few trips to local sail lofts, Pineapple Sails offered up the best option in a light weight used headsail.
A couple tricks made this project successful. Placement of color was critical to making the shades look professional and creative. Fine tuning the hardware for hanging and rolling made the shades practical and easy to use. And finally, the recycled sail cloth turned out to be the perfect fabric choice for giving Carey ample privacy without blocking out the sunlight.
With their geometric pops of color, these shades are something seen out of a design magazine. The simplicity in aesthetic and function is what makes them so inventive and fun. Take a look at the final outcome. If you are interested in creating this project on your own, or with our help, give us a call. Our roll-able screens can work as dividers, porch shades, privacy panels, window treatments, or enclosures.
EXPANDING OUR CAPABILITIES
Hardworking employees and hardworking equipment are both critical to the success of a small business. We have recently added both to our team. Nick Leal, a Super human and Sir Adler, a sewing machine. Both are strong and productive and will work hard to provide you with quality products and quick turnaround times. Read Nick’s bio.
JUST A SLIP AWAY
Did you know The Canvas Works has it’s very own Boat Slip. For your convenience and better productivity, bring your boat to us. With over 70 feet in length we can accommodate most vessels, power or sail. Right in front of the shop makes for highly efficient templating, fitting and installations. No fees or charges apply. Should you want to stay on the vessel and enjoy a weekend or week in Sausalito we can make this happen. Shower and head also available. If you need help bringing your vessel to us we have staff with a Coast Guard license. Have a boat project?
NEW SERVICE for 2017!
Stayed tuned for details on our new CLEAN, TREAT, REPAIR & RESTORE program. We will be offering a maintenance program to boat owners who wish to properly care for their canvas on a regular basis. For more information, visit the current repair section of our website. We love giving your boat new life.
