How to Make Finials

Functional curtain rods gain personality through the addition of finials. These ornamental ends add a decorative touch to your window display. Unassuming household objects serve as clever alternatives to generic store bought finials, so before you head to the home decor store, review the information below.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Curtain rod
• Window treatments

1. Take a close look at your curtains and consider the window display. Look at the size of the curtain rod and at the rest of the window hardware. Based on the current materials and setup, decide what types of finials you want to use. If you have thin rods, consider replacing them with a more substantial pole that can support heavier objects.

2. Browse the house for eye-catching objects that could function as finials. Christmas ornaments are perfect as curtain rod ends and come in a wide variety of shapes and sizes. Artificial flowers make a colorful statement and are lightweight enough to secure themselves to most curtain rods. For a whimsical feel, use feather plumes.

3. Bring the great outdoors inside. Affix natural pine cones to the end of a rod or spray paint the cones to coordinate with your curtains.

4. Paint wooden balls to create one of a kind finials. Find an assortment of raw wood objects in a variety of shapes at a hobby store, and then add character through paint.

5. Use hot glue or screws to attach your finials. Decide how to attach your finials based on the item's weight and texture.

Tips & Warnings

• Instead of conventional curtain rods, use bamboo, PVC pipe or copper to hang window treatments. Rods made of these materials can withstand more weight. Also, hollow materials allow for more attachment options for heavier finials.