Windows, Doors & Walls

Angled or trapezoid-shaped windows bring in extra light to a room. These oddly shaped windows with only two parallel sides also draw the eye up and expand the visual space. However, sometimes the...

Due to the light weight of sheer curtains, sometimes it is necessary to use curtain weights in the bottom corners of the curtains to keep the curtains from fluttering in the breeze. Curtain...

Fabric roller shades were popular back in the 1950s and 1960s, but they are still an inexpensive and easy-to-make alternative for today's homes. You can buy the rod assembly at any hardware store,...

When thinking about options for basement window coverings, one of the most important factors is light. Because basement windows generally are small and close to the ground, they don't let in as...

Have you ever looked at a flimsy sheer curtain in a department store and wondered how a thin piece of fabric can cost so much? Fabric for sheer curtains can actually be purchased for less than the...

Blackout curtains are helpful to people who sleep during the day due to working at night. They also help people who suffer from migraine headaches and need a completely darkened room. Purchasing...

Your home may have beautiful molding that you would like to showcase. Hanging window treatments that do not over the moldings is sometimes a problem. There is a solution that will allow you to...

Swag valances add a simple elegance to any window but still allow natural daylight to stream in. Depending on where you go, they can be fairly pricey and finding the right shade may prove...

Drapery panels are usually two panels of fabric on the edges of the windows that can be slid together to block the outside light. A nice accent to home décor, they can be expensive and...

Customized window treatments will add to the overall decor of any room and can be fun to create. Adding embellishments to ready-made draperies or creating a one-of-a-kind window covering creates...

Blackout curtains can be used to keep the sunlight out of a room for people who sleep during the day. Those who work at night or have light sensitivities that create headaches benefit from these...

Many modern homes have trapezoid windows. These are windows near the ceiling whose top edge follows the slope of the ceiling. Mobile draperies (the type that open) are not practical for a fixed...

If you have curtains that are too long but aren't a confident sewer, use iron-on hem tape for a simple fix that will take less than one hour to complete, depending how many curtain panels need...

Designer curtains can be very expensive. It is also possible that the right designer curtains for your home won't be available in the color or pattern you desire. It is possible to save money and...

Interlining is a flannel-like, napped cotton material used between the face fabric and lining of a curtain. It adds body, drapability, insulation and protection to the curtains. It can be used...

You can save a lot of money on your decorating budget if you sew valances that you design yourself. If you can sew straight lines, you can easily sew valances and create a designer look with a...

Window treatments are one of the fastest and easiest ways to bring new life to a room. From sleek and simple to frothy and frilly, drapes can pull together your design aesthetic and add drama and...

Sheer curtains provide decorative accents and allow ample light to infuse a room. While sheer curtains are available in many sizes, curtains can be prepared using fabric for a more customized look...

Windows come in all shapes and sizes, but store-bought window treatments seem to be more standard in size. This means sometimes a window treatment can be too long for the window. Few people want...

Make a roller shade to match or compliment your decor. Select desired fabric.Fabric must be firmly woven and bonds well. Fabrics treated with silicon are not suitable.

Most standard length draperies or curtains are 84 inches in length. However, many older homes have high ceilings and windows are often more than 84” above floor level. Newer homes are being built...

Curtains that are fabricated by the traditional method of sewing are stronger and will last longer. However, if you don't have access to a sewing machine, or if you don't know how to sew, curtains...

Window coverings are generally thought of as purely functional object that provide privacy and control how much light enters a room, but they can be an important design element. Unusual window...

Roman shades can offer a crisp, clean and modern look or a simple and fresh country look, depending upon the fabrics and styling you choose. You will need to sew simple straight seams, use a...

Being creative can be cost effective as well as rewarding, especially when window treatments are concerned. Basic curtains can be turned into your own original ideas with just a little extra...

The prettiest curtains in your home aren't always the most expensive ones. In fact, sometimes they didn't cost much at all, and required even less effort than that to make. Even if you can't sew a...

Avoid paying high prices for bedding ensembles that include matching curtains. Pick the pieces you can afford, then coordinate your bedding and curtains the easy way. Purchase additional flat...

The pocket-panel curtain is the most forgiving curtain for a beginner to sew. Fabric stores may be your first choice to buy material, but bed sheets on sale also will give a great selection of...

Pinch-pleated curtains work well in classic spaces. The curtain hangs in neat, even folds and can be used in any window of your home. They are functional and attractive, require minimal hardware...

Purchasing sidelight panel curtains can be very expensive. Learn how to create low cost sidelight panels for your front door entries that allow light to still enter but add a measure of privacy....

Roman shades hang on the window as straight panels, raise and lower with a cord, and when raised they hang in neat folds to give a valance effect on the window. This is a very simple technique,...

Drapes that open and close by pulling a cord can be made by sewing basic lined or unlined drapes and hanging them from special hardware. A traverse rod will pull the curtain closed in one...

Opaque curtain panels can dress up your windows while blocking light and giving you more privacy. By choosing your own material size and fabric pattern, you can match the look of your curtains to...

Making spring pleated draperies is a simple, straightforward procedure, the special rod does all the pleating for you. The draperies hang in rounded folds in lieu of the standard type of French or...

Austrian valances feature a softly gathered appearance that is created with shirring tape, which forms soft, gathered folds and a scalloped bottom edge. This valance presents a more formal look to...

Custom window treatments are draperies, curtains, valances, and shades that are made to precisely fit the windows(s) they are designed and created for. Learn how to create a roller shade (fabric...

Sometimes all you need for a window treatment is a valance. You may decide to make a valance to compliment the curtains that exist on the window. A valance also looks nice even if it is the only...

There are many different styles of tie-up shades. In this article, a simple tie-up shade that will install on a standard curtain rod is detailed. Tie-up shades can be made from many different...

Fixing curtains on a window can be quick and easy. You may not be sure of the look you want or you could be trying to stay with the current décor of the room. Another issue may be that the...

On the formal side, French Country curtain panels for a living room can be constructed from heavy velvet or beautiful damask. For curtains with a French Country cottage feel, plain wrinkled linen,...

If you have basic sewing skills you can make your own drapes or curtains out of sheets. They are an economical way to purchase a large amount of fabric and are sure to come in a print that will...

Window treatments are practically an essential. Whether it be for privacy, to block out UV/glare, provide warmth - almost any commercial or residential space needs some sort of window coverings....

A valance is a short panel that tops your drapes and adds a decorative element. Valances are most often made out of an accent fabric--one that is different from your drapes. You can sew a valance...

Draperies and curtains can add that special touch to pull together the decor of a room. Save money by making simple panels yourself!

Country curtains can be made from several different fabrics that are suited to your taste and color scheme. Muslin in white, off-white and tea-stained muslin works well. Rustic textured fabrics...

Sewing your own pinch pleated draperies can seem overwhelming. It's not if you use drapery pleating tape and special drapery pleating hooks to make the pinch pleats. Instead of manually pleating...

You're re-decorating your kitchen in a country style and would like some ruffled curtains to hang in the window, but you can't find a style you like. That's not a problem; try making the curtains....

Making filmy, sheer curtains need not be a daunting task! Two types of sheers are displayed here: the old standard "rod pocket" and my personal design for "scarf" sheers. ...

Often times, thick curtains can obscure so much light that they leave a room pitch black. Sheer curtains block light while diffusing it, creating a more romantic and bright look. You can create...

Window curtains can help change the look and feel of a room and making them can be fairly easy if you have the proper equipment. You may find some fabric that you absolutely love that you want to...