April 7, 2009

Going Green: New Curtains

Who can resist this?

I couldn't:
The delicious green houndstooth was $1.  Not per yard.  For the whole thing!
The trim was purchased for a specific reason (see below).
The black and white, well, it was an impulse buy.  Only 1/2 yard didn't hurt the purse fund too much.

We recently repainted our family room (See Going Green here).  The black curtains match the green fine, but I wanted something light and airy for the summer.


Before:
Oh, I forgot to mention that I needed to do it on a very tight budget.  So I visited Wally world and found this:
Two panels for $10.  I didn't realize that they were attached together at the top.  So I just cut them apart and stitched up the edges.  Then I added a little  bling in the name of fringe and...

Tada!

With a little fringe, you can make the 'mainstay' everyday something unique!

14 comments:

Jenny Lynn said...

Those look great! Where did you see that fabric store? Possibly in Burlington, NC??

Maisy said...

You did an amazing job.
Your house looks beautiful. Nice work Girl~

Marty@A Stroll Thru Life said...

We have a fabric outlet also and it is my most favorite place in the whole world. I love your curtains, they are all just gorgeous. Such beautiful fabrics and trims. Hugs, Marty

The Nester said...

nice job! I loved that looped fringe!

Carpool Queen said...

The fringe is sheer perfection.

Jenny Lynn said...

I was curious about where that store was because a fabric store just opened in my town with a big sign just like that!

Anonymous said...

You amaze me, friend!
:) E

Anonymous said...

That looks fantastic! I've already been to Wally World this morning for groceries, but I may need to revisit for a pack of those fab curtains. Thanks for the great example!!

-Hayley

Gretchen said...

The fabric store is in Burlington, NC... it recently moved from SC.
I'm thrilled!

Joyce said...

Wally curtains look good and I can definitely do some bling! Good job.
Joyce

KBeau said...

Amazing what a little fringe will do.

ellen b said...

I love the new look! Well done!! I also love your header. How good it is that we have a forgiving God!!

Cass @ That Old House said...

Excellent use of ready made and custom trim! It looks fantastic. And wow, do I wish I lived near that fabric outlet. I have fabric envy big time.
Cass

Destini said...

Fabulous choice for window curtains!! I'm in love with them...