I'm just outside of Madison, so a little south of you. By mid-August I will direct sow Spinach, Bok Choi, Snow Peas, Daikon Radishes, Mustard Greens and at least one row of Beans. I've learned that mid-August is about as late as I can plant and still expect a crop, this still gives you 6 - 8 weeks. The Radishes keep going until the ground is frozen and last year I made Daikon Kimchee on Thanksgiving day with fresh dug Radishes. If the Spinach isn't real productive I mulch it heavily and then have really early spring Spinach. By planting mid-August you get quick germination and by Labor Day temps are starting to drop and you don't get the bolting. Good luck. Steve

I have Simply Upholstery and another book, which i cannot remember the name of. I thought it was very helpful. I would check out the section in your library that talks about padding; you should be able to find one that gives you what you need for this part. Does your sofa have the piping like the picture posted? Piping will be the only hard thing and it just makes that sofa so I would not skip it. The best piece of advice I can give you is to use taught, no-stretch fabic. Diane

This is great info . Thanks I need to replace a 72" x 88" opening. I currently have one picture window along the top two picture windows on the bottom with a roll out window in the center. I'd prefer it to be one big picture window. Can you tell me what brand has the best price and energy efficient? Renewal by Anderson's bid was really high and Home Depot didn't offer a window that size.

Thanks so much, steve_o. I'll definitely look at Sunrise because even $900 an opening - full frame replacement - is substantially lower than our first quote. And though we certainly don't need top of the line with all the added features, we also don't want to go cheap or hire someone who costs us more in the long run. Looking for best VALUE is our priority and not just the cheapest we can get. Would you mind sharing which installer you went with for your Sunrise windows, and whether you'd recommend them? (Even PM would be great if you don't want to mention on the forum.) Thanks again!