Tie up shades

I know what you’re thinking. “Where did she get those adorable buffalo-check tie-up curtains??” Just kidding. Maybe you’re not thinking that. But would you believe it if I said that I SEWED THEM MYSELF?! Yes, me. An amateur seamstress whose projects usually end up in a knotted mess. No joke. It has happened. I am […]

Desiring something very simple for our bedroom windows, I found my inspiration from the pages of Beach Cottages magazine. I can’t find this magazine online, but it lists Harris Publications, …

Learn how to make custom tie-up shades to fit any window in this easy beginner sewing project. Save money on ready made window treatments by making your own to custom fit your window.

Completely transform your space with these genius curtain ideas.

One of the things I've been struggling with during the bathroom remodel is what to do with the windows. They are frosted privacy windows, but I noticed the other day that you can see outlines really well - which means when I'm taking a bath the neighbor could get an eye full! Yikes! Before the bathroom remodel began the hubs told me I could do anything I wanted, "it's your room, do what you want" to be exact. Woo hoo! Since I love France so much I decided to make this my little…

Roman shades are stylish but often come with a custom price tag. Dress up your windows with these options for how to make roman shades.

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I absolutely love Pottery Barn's sheer linen drape shades. They are in my living room, dining room and my daughter's room (and I made a DIY version for my son's room). Pottery Barn seems to carry them sporadically, but I've seen them on eBay (which is where I bought all of mine). I've also seen knock-offs at Target. They are just perfect for a room that does not need privacy and needs lots of light but also needs some kind of window treatment. Love. So, naturally, when it came time to figure…