How to Make Tie-Up Curtains A tie-up curtain is a simple way to dress up a window to create a look that is between the formality of a Roman shade and the casual look of a cafe valance. To create this look is surprisingly easy and inexpensive with simple sewing techniques. Sewing a c...
They're quite heavy, so aren't that suited for use with holdbacks or tie-backs, but look fantastic when paired with sheer bedroom curtains to give you total light control. Combining them with sheers also softens the room, allowing dreamy daylight to come through while maintaining your ...
When determining the width of your curtain panels, a general rule is to make sure the width of your curtains is two to three times the width of the window frame. This ensures fullness and creates an elegant, draped effect. For example, if your window is 50 inches wide, aim for rod poc...
Whether you're doing a whole scale renovation or just a mini makeover, adding new curtains to a room can make all the difference. But sometimes you want a window treatment that is clean lined, doesn't take up too much space around the window and doesn't cost too much to make. Learnin...
This is the danger of large groups. They, and the individuals within them, don’t sing the same song as the victim and their behavior cannot be predicted in the same way as an individual’s. The only way to get a member of a group to make rational decisions about their actions is to...
This box, basket, bag, whatever you choose for it to be, should be a permanent addition to your home because you are going to make a habit of getting rid of clutter each day, and you've got to put it somewhere until you can get it out of your home permanently....
One thing that I found really helpful when I was drawing out the pattern for the headboard was to make a pattern from one side of the headboard and then flipping it to the other side of the cardboard so that everything is even.
The Jaguars are approaching back-to-back division games with the Titans and the Texans. Week 12 could very well be a contest for the AFC South lead. The Jaguars have already lost to the Texans at home, and getting swept would put them two games behind. It would be ...
Alternatively, you could wear a printed silk tie in paisley (it’s coming back, honestly). Finish the look off with a pair of lightweight wool trousers in grey or cotton chinos, which can be slim but not tight. You may wish to roll the hems a little higher in the summer months to ...
Not only can you add hooks above your window to hang a curtain rod for your favorite curtains, but you can also use them on the sides to hold the tie backs on your curtains. Hold down cushions on chairs or patio furniture This is brilliant if you have deck chairs with...