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Jackie Von Tobel For Helser Brothers Inc. from Jay Helser on Vimeo.

The early reviews are in and the response is overwhelming! Helser Brothers and Jackie Von Tobel have created an alliance made in drapery hardware heaven. Clean and Classy, the Jackie Von Tobel Signature line is getting mega attention and it is all terrific.

We already had a fantastic relationship with Jackie spanning many years, so when she approached us about a JVT line the decision to collaborate was easy.  I mean… Jackie Von Tobel is a big name in our little industry… and she wants to work with US!  Needless to say, we were highly flattered. Mark and I said YES of course, though I think we actually said “hell yes!” or “helz yeah!” or some other exclamatory acceptance phrase.

Soon after the hand-shake and contract signing, we got to work.  Jackie said that there were some gaping holes in the drapery hardware market.  She told us that versatility was missing.  She said that designers want clean lines, sharp angles, and rich simplicity.  Mark and I are usually heavily involved in product design and have very strong opinions about the aesthetic aspects of the products that we manufacture, but this time we chose to completely relinquish that part of the process to Jackie.

So you ask, what was it like working with Jackie Von Tobel?  We knew that Jackie was a hard worker with scary talent and a smokin’ reputation, and we knew that we liked her personally (pretty important), but it was not until we actually got to work that we realized how talented and hard working she really is!  Ladies and gentlemen Jackie Von Tobel is an ultra-talented go-getter with mad design skills.

The amazing and enthusiastic reaction from our early release exhibitions has truly delighted us and it appears that we have officially “crushed it!” Surprised?  Not us!  Soon after signing up with Jackie we realized that we had forged an alliance with a true pro.

The Jackie Von Tobel collection offers a broad selection of classic shapes with a very modern twist. Finials range in size and scale but all reflect a timeless elegance. Paired with stunning finishes like Liquid Silver, the hardware fairly glows with a soft subtle sheen. The Pagoda finial with its signature Tassel and Ball ornament is striking in the aged Imperial Red finish. Whatever your taste, there is something for the most discriminating client among new the 17 new finishes like Butter Toffee, French Quarter, Heirloom, Beijing and Verdigris.

It is so easy to get your catalog and price list for this amazing new line. Current clients will automatically receive a set of literature within the next few weeks. New clients need only e-mail Info@helserbrothers.com with a copy of your state resale certificate and we will rush your copy to you.

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Custom Table-Top Displays Now Available

TableTop Display socket base      We are very excited to announce the release of our new table-top displays.  This display system was designed for versatility and portability with a very stable solid steel base and a socket system that allows you to quickly remove the rods for an appointment.  These displays are easily modified and can even be wall-mounted if needed.  The best part is that they are 100% rebateable!  Call any one of our drapery hardware specialists for all the details.

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Open Arms Home Video

I have posted on it before so many of you are already aware of the Open Arms Home For Children in South Africa which was founded by my brother and sister-in-law. Here is a great new video created by Phoenix Channel 12 news reporter and friend of the Open Arms Home, Rick Debruhl.

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Childhelp Keys Community Center Valances – Phase 1

When we got wind of the Childhelp community service project that the Arizona north chapter of ASID had recently undertaken, we contacted  Sharlie McRaney ASID of Tigh Interiors to see if they needed any help with the draperies. (See the official Childhelp video below)

 It turned out that our timing was pretty good because valances in the preschool area had yet to be planned and they accepted our offer enthusiastically. When I told my daughters about the project they were very excited and wanted to get involved. We made an appointment and visited the location to take some photos and measurements.Hope-and-Sofia-at-Childhelp

When we arrived the kids were all spread out doing different activities in small groups.  As soon as we sat down, most of the kids in the room quickly converged on our table and bombarded us with “watchadoin, whashername, I like yer hair, wheredjacomfrom, why this, and why that? We were only able to get to work once the little guys had to leave for breakfast…. but we were not in a hurry, and my girls really enjoyed playing with the kids.

We took the measurements back to the office where we burned through several whiteboard markers with some furious brainstorming. We finally settled on a design that we all thought would work and submitted this video to Sharlie We could not believe it but Sharlie and the other designers on this project loved our idea.  We nailed it on the very first try!  Anita Boetsma (the workroom guru here) has gotten involved and showed us how we can fabricate the triangles with little or no sewing. Now all we have to do is find the right fabrics and we will be good to go.  We will keep you “posted” (pun intended) as this project progresses.

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Hinged Tiebacks For Outdoor Draperies

Custom Hinged Double Tieback

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Artefice Demo at IWCE

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Skype Video Calls and Chat (IM)

skype-video-callWe are now able to make and recieve video calls with Skype!  This has been very useful when hammering out the details of complicated custom brackets or for those times when it is easier to show you something rather than to trying to use words or sketches.  Heck, some folks just like the face-to-face! Also, this is the same software that we use to “chat” so once you have it you will be hyper-connected to HB! go to www.skype.com and download the free software, then search for “helser.” Or after installation you can click the skype buttons in the sidebar to contact us.

This video shows it used in a social way but we have found it to be a highly effective collaboration tool.  Please consider this your invitation to skype us any time!

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Don’t Take Our Word For It….


Jola and Stacey of Drapery Solutions stopped by our exhibit at the International Window Coverings Expo in Atlanta and had to get something off their chest….

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Don’t Take Our Word For It……..


Chris Watt at Chris Watt Studio in Saratoga, CA stopped to see us in Atlanta at the IWCE and she described how we prevented a mistake from happening with an executive decision in her absence.

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WCAA Party at the IWCE in Atlanta


Mark and I had a great time last week with the WCAA membership, board, and fellow industry partners. Good thing I had my flip camcorder with me!  It was very nice to spend time with some old friends and make many new ones.  Thanks for the memories WCAA we had a blast!

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Compositions Designer Demo


A brief demonstration of our Compositions designer recorded by an attendee at the IWCE in Atlanta.

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New Splice Option Now Available

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Don’t Take Our Word For It………………..

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Don’t take our word for it……………

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