Dianalo, I usually head to JC Penney dot com when I need WTs that I'm not going to make anyway, since their prices are reasonable and I know I can take them back to the store if they don't work out. I've been very happy with any and all WTs I've purchased from them. They have a good variety too. What are on your windows now?

Isn't is complicated (and expensive) when the builders build homes with these beautiful windows and we have to figure out how to "treat" them? I don't think I would cover those windows up with a shade and keep them closed. Remote control may be your only choice. Perhaps they have remote control shades that can be purchased in a non -remote control version for the other windows so they match. For another option, yes, I think you can layer a shade underneath say a woven blind on those upper windows. I would definitely add panels from ceiling to floor to soften the look. Others may have input on the dropcloths but it sounds like it could work to me. You could always add some ribbon along the edge to add some color and make them look more tailored. Of course, I think you need to make them into panels with a rod pocket and hem. Your townhouse is beautiful!

If you like Romans, take a look at jcp.com. They have some double romans (I got Spencer II) so there is a sheer behind the light-filtering shade, operate independently. The cords can be a hassle (2 sets) esp. on the 72" long ones I got for my slider. But on normal windows they're OK. I really liked the "double Roman shades" they had last year (no name) for my BR, DR, and study, but they don't seem to have the same ones. The headrail was slightly different from the Spencer II. I think the last time I visited the website they might have had a new (Jackie?) roman that might have been a double too, in an ivory color that might look nice in your kitchen. HTH. Sheers down

I don't think you can't beat JCPenney.