Nalia · Artisan Couturière

Nalia's Atelier

Behind every curtain lies a passion. A direct, human approach where Nalia is your sole contact, from vision to installation guidance.

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Design & Hand Sketches

Every project begins with a vision. We translate your ideas into tangible concepts, including hand-drawn sketches to visualize the perfect window treatment before the first cut.

Pleat types

  • Flemish pleat, hand sketch

    Flemish pleat

  • Flat pleat, hand sketch

    Flat pleat

  • Wave pleat, hand sketch

    Wave pleat

  • Goblet pleat, hand sketch

    Goblet pleat

  • Pencil pleat, hand sketch

    Pencil pleat

  • Grommets, hand sketch

    Grommets

See the pleat guide →
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Artisanal Confection

Far from mass production, our industrial machines are guided by expert hands. We master the most temperamental fabrics, from heavy linen to silk velvet, to create unique pieces.

The Creative Process

Consultation & Design

Initial meeting to define your vision and choose the perfect style.

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Fabric Selection

Access to our exclusive fabric library to find the ideal texture.

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Measurement

Precise measurement for perfect integration.

3

Hand Sketches

Artistic visualization of your project before cutting.

4

Quote

Detailed and transparent quote respecting your budget.

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Craftsmanship

Handcrafted in our Sherbrooke atelier, 5 minutes from Plateau St-Joseph.

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Installation Guidance

Complete direction, hardware recommendations, and detailed instructions for perfect installation.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything about custom curtains

Answers to the questions our clients across Sherbrooke and Estrie ask most often, from pricing to care. Have another question on your mind? Write to us and Nalia will be glad to answer.

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How much do custom curtains cost in Sherbrooke?

The cost of custom curtains depends on the fabric you choose, the window dimensions, and the pleat style. Every project is unique, so we provide a detailed, transparent quote within 48 hours of the consultation. The first 30 minutes of consultation are free, with no obligation. If your project goes ahead, the whole first hour is free. Beyond that, consultation and measuring time is billed at $20 per 30-minute block, which is $40 an hour, no tax.

How long do custom curtains take?

Custom confection usually takes 1 to 3 weeks once the quote is approved and the fabric is selected. More complex projects, such as large bay windows or coordinated curtain and bedding sets, can take a little longer. We give you a precise timeline from the very start.

How does the in-home consultation work?

The first 30 minutes are free. If you start a project with Nalia, the whole first hour is free, then the consultation continues at $20 per 30-minute block, which is $40 an hour, no tax. Nalia comes to you to take measurements, study the light in each room, and review fabric samples directly in your decor. It is the moment to discuss your needs and tastes, and to visualize the result before the first cut.

What areas do you travel to?

We offer in-home consultations in Sherbrooke, Magog and across the Eastern Townships, within roughly 100 km. Around Lake Memphremagog: Orford, Austin, Georgeville, Fitch Bay, North Hatley, Ayer's Cliff and Sainte-Catherine-de-Hatley. West: Bromont, Sutton, Lac-Brome (Knowlton), Waterloo and Knowlton. South: Coaticook, Compton, Waterville and Stanstead. East: East Angus, Cookshire-Eaton, Weedon, Scotstown and out to Lac-Megantic. North: Windsor, Richmond, Valcourt and Danville. For projects farther out, we warmly invite clients to meet Nalia at the atelier on Plateau Saint-Joseph, where you can see and feel the fabrics before choosing. For a larger project, Nalia travels beyond this radius. Live elsewhere in Quebec? Write to us and we will gladly assess your project.

Why choose custom over big-box store curtains?

Custom curtains are made to the exact dimensions of your windows, with the fabric, lining, and pleat you choose. Unlike big-box store models, they hang perfectly, last for years, and reflect your style. You work directly with the couturière, from the sketch to installation guidance.

What is the difference between a sheer and a curtain?

A sheer is a light, translucent fabric that filters daylight and preserves your privacy without darkening the room. A curtain is more opaque, frames the window, and can block light depending on the lining you choose. Many of our clients across Estrie layer the two: a custom sheer for the day, a curtain for the evening. We craft both in our atelier.

“Haute couture, brought to your windows.”

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