I love the look of a beautiful curtain or drape. I also want that curtain to seamlessly blend with my decor and to come with a price tag that I can afford. With these three things in mind I have had to expand my view of acquiring curtains, ready made or made by me.
Curtains that are custom made to match your decor are costly. Decorator fabrics from your local fabric store can also be pricey. So now.
..I needed to think outside the box. First things first, you need fabric. I have found bolts of decorator fabric at my local goodwill, in the trash, and deeply discounted at my local fabric store.
You can also use fabric from old bedspreads, shower curtains, and tablecloths. Measure your windows and decide what kind of curtain you want to make. A great all around informative book on home decorating is "Simplicity's Simply the Best Home Decorating Book".
It is chock-full of simple, detailed information to get you sewing any kind of curtain, drape, or shade. If you do not have a piece of ... more.
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