I went to Bed, Bath, and Beyond a few weeks ago and brought home 2 curtains that I thought might work. Once I got them home I realized I always go for a particular style...
The curtains I brought home were pretty much the same as what I already have around the house. As you can see, I'm really drawn to plaids and to jewel tone colors.
I had also been wanting a table runner for my dining room so I decided to keep 1 of the curtains and make a table runner out of it. It was a no-sew kind of project.
I cut the curtain the width and length that I wanted, hemmed the sides and bottom with iron on hemming tape, and was done in about an hour. After I was done though, I thought it still looked unfinished and needed a little something else so the next day I went to Joann's and picked up some fringe. I bought some of the fabric glue that I've been reading about so much in blogland and just glued the fringe onto the runner. It worked like a charm!
So needless to say, I've got a new table runner...but still no curtains!
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I'm drawn to the same kind of thing. I've been wanting a table runner. I'll have to check out the curtain area and make one like you did!
Good Morning Miz Linda,
With so many beautiful choices out there it's hard to decide! I work with fabric all day long and have daydreamed about this or that particular one for hours, how it would look in my home, what I'd have to change to use it, etc. But I never buy any! *smiles* Too difficult to choose! You'll find the perfect window treatments and when you do we'll all love ooo'ing and ahhhh'ing over them with you *smiles*
Did you make the curtains with the two fabric straps? My windows are quite large and anything I buy is too small widthwise. Just wondering how you measured, especially the length.
one place I have found curtains is countrycurtains.com. They will send you a catalog if you want one. Just thought Id throw that idea out to you! Have a good weekend!
I like those colors, so rich! You did a nice job on that table runner.
Enjoy your Weekend!
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Robin~♥
you ARE SO CRAFTY! and i am SO NOT!
I like your style. It's all very pretty.
Charlotte
Oh, I think your home looks beautiful!!! I LOVE the neat valance with the banding...that is so awesome and your runner turned out fantastic! I am impressed!!! Can't wait to see what you decide for curtains...I have been struggling with curtains for some time for our formal living and dining rooms....I just had the lady from JCPenney come by to measure and show me some fabrics since the windows are high and I can't find any ready mades...well, guess how much it was going to cost??? For 2 rooms...$6,400! My husband just about had a heart attack, so I am back to the drawing board!!! Good luck on your project and let me know if you find anything you love!
it's cracking me up that you bought a curtain (what you were shopping for) but then didn't use it for a curtain :o) the table runner looks great on your table.
You did a nice job on your runner! I really like your tastes!
I love the colors you do too.
I haven't had curtains in any room in my house for so many years...I would love to redecorate my house, but it just isn't something I do.
I love your table runner!
You did an awesome job with the table runner. Picking our drapes for my home was one of the HARDEST things to do in my decorating. My goodness!!!!! I do like your style and your colors. Sorry I can't be of more assistance in advising you on your curtains though.
Enjoy your evening!
Aren't you creative!
I love the table runner...what a great idea.
You have a beautiful home Linda.
I've always had the hardest time with window coverings, and that's why I only had wood blinds until I started reading all these wonderful blogs. Now I find myself attracted to similar colors and patterns as yours. Like you, I just keep looking. We know what we like, and it stands out when we find it. Love your new table runner!
Hi Linda! Sweetie your new "table runner" looks great, good thinking! I am like you, I know exactly what I do and don't like, it's just a matter of finding it! Love the photo of Jake in your header, he's such a gorgeous little guy! Wishing you a lovely week sweet friend.
Amanda (aka Cottage Contessa)
Very pretty, wish I could do something like that,,,,No can do!
Love the style.
First of all I want to thank you for the sweetest birthday gift. You are such a wonderful giving person. Thank thank thank you! :)
Second of all...you, and I have the same taste. I look at your home decor, and think to myself....hmmm, I would of picked that out too! Everything looks great! :)
We do have spring break. It will begin on Friday. We are headed over to Newport for a little while. I can't wait! Well, I am off to make a little dinner. We are on diets over here. :) Happy Sunday to you! :)
Nice table runner. Smart to make it out of curtains.
I like your taste, it's very pretty.
we share the same taste, linda:) everything looks marvelous... what a great idea for your table runner!!!
i hope you all had a wonderful weekend:D
love,
dani
You have beautiful style Linda ---it is hard to make those kinds of decisions. They say our "home is an expressions our ourselves" so I like to have things in it that really matter to me. I just picked out a new kitchen light fixture for the ceiling (I'll take a picture when it is up, its on order) and I asked hubby "do you like this" he said "yeah". "good, I said, cause It really didn't matter if you did or didn't, I am getting it" He said "that's what I figured"
Way to go Linda! YOU are just a Martha in disguise... It looks great..
Good choice - I like those colors!! Im glad you stopped by my blog, thank you for the kind words!
Stephanie
Your house is lovely Linda. I could send my kids over and redecorate it for you when you need a change. Just let me know. Anytime. m
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