The book starts off by identifying different kinds of windows, then in the chapters (broken up by style) it demonstrates the types of treatments that work best for each kind of window. There are also ideas for treating “problem windows” like skylights and dormer windows.
After just flipping through the book, I already have an idea for my new dining room curtains: To install the curtain rod above the window so that some of the wall shows below the rod when the drapes are open (which will help the window look less stark).
Here are a few other nuggets from the book to get the wheels in your mind turning…
* For dormer windows, consider swivel rods. The brackets incorporate a hinge so that the rods can be pushed back to the walls during the day. At night they can be closed across the windows with the tiebacks removed.
* Fitting curtains where space is limited requires careful thought. In a narrow space, consider drawing the curtains to one side (say to the left), so that something on the right (say, cupboards) can be easily accessed.
* In a bathroom, window treatments need to withstand dirt and steam. For windows close to a tub or shower, manmade fabrics are a good choice.
Hi, it's me, Christine. I spent some time this afternoon purusing the MyCraftivity gallery, and i see that my friend Kristin is doing some home decor sewing (my current fascination, as well). Pillows, window treatments--what fun! Here are some pictures of what she's been up to.
These are pillows that she made from using placemats (two per pillow). I love the idea of using placemats because they can be slightly heavier in weight than quilting fabric (which can be nice for pillows) and the sizes are really manageable.
And she's been making curtains, too!
Thanks, Kristin, for sharing your projects in the gallery! Any member of our happy sewing group can post images directly to the sewing gallery. Just click on the large sewing icon at the top of the page, then click on Latest Gallery Post, then click Upload on the far right side of the screen. These images will be in the sewing gallery so that all the sewing fans will be sure to find them. And when you load the images, please put your user name in the caption, so we know who to oooh and aaah to!
My last post had me contemplating window treatments, so I couldn't help but share a funky window treatment option in this week's free project. And check out Mary Beth's thoughts on the subject in my original post. Thanks, Mary Beth!
Hi, it’s me, Christine. I have a new obsession. It’s window treatments. I’m thinking about moving, and with moving comes redecorating, and with redecorating comes painting, and with painting comes new window treatments. Thus the new obsession.
I’ve made a few curtains in my day—just simple hemmed pieces of fabric that I inserted on the curtain rod and scrunched up artfully. Mainly just using regular cotton fabric from the sale area of my favorite local quilt shop. But I’m thinking I’m ready to step up my game. New patterns! New fabrics! So, I’m coming to you, dear reader, for some inspiration. What kind of window treatments have you made? What worked and what didn’t? Share your photos in the gallery—I’d love to see what you’ve made!
