If you have period property full of character and charm,
there are probably all sorts of wonderful features that make your house feel
like home. One of the most common features of period properties is traditional
sash windows. However, the original windows are likely only single-glazed,
leaving for a cold and draughty house.
If you are unable to have them repaired or replaced with
modern versions that mimic the traditional style, you may wish to dress your
windows to keep the heat in. Here are a few great ways to cover your windows in
just a few minutes, without losing any of the charm of the sashwindow.
Reuse old sheets
Curtains are the most common type of window covering, but
you don’t have to splurge on a costly pair to treat your windows. Oh no, just a
few old flat sheets or tablecloths will do the trick. Even if you don’t have
any old linen lying around, buying new linens is often cheaper than investing
in curtains. All you need to hang them is a curtain pole and a few ring clips.
Dress up plain
curtains
Once you’ve made your curtains from that old linen, or ended
up buying some plain ones, you can dress them up a bit with some
embellishments. Match your new window dressings to your décor by creating
flowers or other patterns for the fabric. You only need a needle and thread,
some fabric glue and perhaps a few beads or other decorations.
Add a valance
If you want a slightly different look for your fabulous
home, how about creating a valance? There are two slightly different, but
equally simple designs to choose from. For the super-quick version, you will
need a 2x4 piece of wood, some fabric, a stapler and a few screws. To go a bit
fancier, make a tie-up valance by adding a ribbon, which can be used to tie it
up.
Fringed curtains
Last, but not least, these quirky curtains make a great
feature. Rather than the solid curtain, you’ll cut them up into strips, dying
each one a different colour. You could either go for different shades of one
colour or multi-coloured. Once died and dried, tie each piece to a curtain rod
and cut to length.
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