This weekend my craft room was finally orderly enough that I could actually create! What a great feeling! So, the first project I tackled was the flag window treatments. I got the idea from the book Happy Voodoo Gris Gris, and put my own spin on it by using favorite fabrics for a brighter look.

I cut the fabric to 8.5 inches tall by 7.5 inches wide, then hemmed the sides and bottom and made a sleeve at the top through which I ran the ribbon. I hand-sewed the flags onto the ribbon, by putting two stitches in the upper corners of the fabric.

The effect wasn’t quite what I expected, and it makes it clear that I need to get new blinds (something with a little more flair), but they definitely add a sense of playfulness for the time being. And by making a smaller string for the closet door, I was able to carry the design around the room more, making the window look not quite as spare.

Did you get a chance to create over the Labor Day weekend? If so, share it with us in the comments below.

Until next time,
Christine