Sunday, April 24, 2005

Fabric Blinds


Fabric blinds. Posted by Hello
Problem: Needed an inexpensive, high style way to dress up bare windows without using unappealing plastic blinds.
Solution: Low cost fabric blinds in various styles to match the decor of each room.
Cost: under $5 each
Time: 30 min to 1 hour each
Materials:
  • Fabric (measure windows to determine amount)- $1 yard (Walmart)
  • 1" x 2" wood- $1.29 per 8ft length (Home Depot)
  • Cabone rings- $0.99 per 30 (Walmart)
  • Screw eyes- $1.00 per 100 (dollar store)
  • String (I used masonry string) $2.00 for 500ft (Walmart)
  • Thread
  • Fringe or lace (optional)
  • Dowel rod- $0.39 each
Fabric blinds can add a great touch to any room. They are very easy to make, and can be as expensive or inexpensive as one would like. With hundreds of variations available, the options are endless. Trim can be added to the bottom edge to add additional flare or lace can be sewed or glued to the sides.

If anyone would like detailed instructions on how to make fabric blinds please let me know in the comment section and I would be happy to share.

posted by Searching for the Answers... at Sunday, April 24, 2005

2 Comments:

Blogger Frantic Home Cook said...

Wow, found your blog today and LOOVE it. It's just what I've been looking for. I'd love to hear how you made the blinds because I'm thinking of tackling that project.

Francie

12:12 PM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

Francie-
The blinds were really easy. I'm sure you could find a book at the bookstore to find exact instructions. Here are the steps I took:
1. measure window and decide if blind will be hung inside or outside the frame.
2. Find fabric to meet your needs...sheer to allow light or lined for privacy and light control.
3. Hem edges of fabric for finished look.
4. On bottom edge, sew a 2-3 inch hem to insert the dowel into or for drapery weights.
5. Sew loops or loop trim equally spaced on back of fabric in a vertical line. One line in the middle will result in a fan like effect when drawn. Two or more rows will give a more draped effect like a roman shade.
5. Cut 1x2 to fit inside window frame.
6. Attach screw eyes to board, corresponding with each row of rings on back of fabric.
7. Tie drapery string to bottom of first ring and string through all loops, following vertical line of rings. Continue stringing thread through screw eyes so that string reaches the middle of either the right or left side of fabric (depends upon which side you want the blind string on).
8. Once one string is pulled through each vertical row tie large knot right before the last screw eye with fabric in flat position.
9. Mount boards inside or outside of window. The same thing can be done with a regular curtain, that can be hung on a rod.
It helps to see pictures. Search for drapes online to find more detailed instructions. Good luck!

10:11 PM  

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