Curtains and blindsWe love the outdoors. But sometimes we want to keep outside elements, like sunlight, draughts and curious eyes, out. Curtains and blinds do this in a way that enhances your view from the inside, too. A multiple curtain solution allows you to make a stronger style statement while fine-tuning the amount of light or privacy you want. Cushion and cushion covers > Curtain rods and rails > Blankets and throws >Since moving to our new home over a month ago, I have had blackout curtains on my “to-do” list.  And while waiting for those curtains to be made……I’ve had blankets and tablecloths hanging from the curtain rods.  My little guy has had a Valentine Tablecloth (with large hearts all over it) hanging over his window.  He keeps asking when his “real” curtains will be ready.  Sorry buddy……the time is now. I have finally begun making curtains for the kiddos room……and making them into Blackout Curtains.  In a seriously simple way.

Nothing fancy……just a piece of Blackout Lining added to my curtains.  It stays right in place and unnoticed…………unless you separate the fabric from the lining.The lining is in place on the left and then is pulled out of the way on the right.  The lining is added right up at the top of the curtains.  And hangs perfectly straight, slightly smaller than the curtain dimensions. And you’d never be able to tell from the front of the curtains. Would you like to make your own Blackout Curtains (a really simplified version)?? First of all, I bought my curtains from Ikea because I loved the fabric of these grommet curtains.  However, I didn’t want the grommets.  Lucky for me, the curtains were too long so I just cut the grommet section off at the top. So if you have existing curtains or if you’re making new curtains, you can simply add some blackout lining to the back of your curtains.  I went to Joann Fabric and found some blackout lining for $6.99/yard but it was half off. 

(It comes on a big roll back by their upholstery fabric and you can buy it by the yard.)  So I bought like 12 yards of it so I could use it with all of the bedroom curtains.  And because I bought so much of it, they wound it right back on the roll that it comes on.  (Here’s the kind I bought.) This blackout fabric has 2 sides to it.  A fabric side and a smoother vinyl feeling side.  The whiter side of mine is the fabric feeling side and I wanted it to face outward and the more beige side (smoother vinyl feeling side) to lay right against my fabric.  dna curtains eric greeneI think the unspoken rule to is to have your white curtain lining face the window so that passersby outside only see white.  wallace blue and brown striped fabric shower curtain

(By the way, you can iron this blackout lining on a low setting……but be sure to iron on the fabric side.) If your curtains are already constructed, just cut your piece of curtain lining slightly smaller along all edges, and then attach your lining near the top of the your curtains.  Perhaps right below whatever sort of hem you have at the top. If you’re making your curtains from scratch (or have cut off the top like I have), hem both sides of your curtains first and then hem the bottom.  tab top curtains wilkinsonsNext, fold over the top a 1/2 inch and then another amount that’s big enough to go around your curtain rod.  net curtains llandudnoIron flat and pin in place.grommet curtains on traverse rod

Then cut a piece of blackout lining that is slightly smaller than your curtain panel (about an inch smaller along all edges).  Next, slide the top edge of your lining under the folded over section of fabric at the top.  I slid mine under about an inch.  Be sure that your lining fabric is lined up all the way around and is still laying inside the dimensions of the curtain panel by about an inch. Then sew it in place.  And iron your fabric if needed.  (And remember, if you need to iron the lining, use a low setting and iron on the fabric side.)the red curtain trilogy imdb And enjoy your dark room.curtains for sale in mombasa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Curtain styles to suit you and yours Windows are one of the focal points of a room; they let in all the daylight and help to provide a balance between different pieces of furniture.

How you dress your windows can therefore really help define your space. The curtain style you choose will shape the room’s mood, and set the tone for the time you spend there. Is it a space for playing, entertaining friends – or is it your personal bolt hole from the world? We’ve got a range of different looks for you to choose from. So whether you’re decorating your bedroom, living room or the kids’ room, there’s sure to be something that’s ideal for your needs. Curtain choices for your room If you’re after bedroom curtains with a classic feel about them, our VIAN design is a great choice. They’re thin enough to defuse light softly through the room, but will still prevent passersby from scrutinising your life at home. Or you might like the bold prints of our EMMIE KVIST, STOCKHOLM BLAD and JANNETTE products – they all certainly make a statement. If you’re after something bright, the MALIN FIGUR curtain creates a stylish, modern feel to any room. Make sure you finish off your interiors in style with the perfect window dressings from our range.