Abstract: A collapsible storage apparatus for fabrics includes a container movable between a collapsed position and a use position, and a fabric receiving member dimensioned to receive fabric wrapped therearound such that the fabric receiving member and fabric wrapped therearound can be removably stored within the container when the container is in the use position. The container is formed from two opposed side walls, two opposed end walls, and a flexible bottom section attached to bottom edge portions of the side and end walls. The two side walls are configured to fold such that the container has a flat configuration with the folded side walls sandwiched between the end walls when in the collapsed position.

Abstract: Blackout panels include a first blackout panel and a second blackout panel, each having opposing inner and outer surfaces and a pair of opposing vertical edge portions and top and bottom portions. At least one of the vertical edge portions of each panel includes a first elongate fastening strip comprising hooks or loops. The elongate strip extends for at least a major portion of a length of the panel and terminates a distance of between about 5-20 inches below the top portion of the respective blackout panel.