Touch of Color on a Budget: Three Affordable D.I.Y. Window Treatments
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*Window treatments don't need to be expensive or complicated. Check out these three solutions to boring window shades. * A good window treatment can add an extra pop of color and creativity to any room. Luckily, window coverings don't have to be an expensive, cumbersome undertaking. Follow these imaginative interior decorating tips to help you find or create fun and affordable window treatments for any space in need.
Laminate Wallpaper On Roller Shades
Any window with roller shades is a prime candidate for this simple, quirky home decor hack. Simply choose a wallpaper design and cut to fit your window shade, leaving space at the bottom to wrap under the edge, for total coverage. [caption id="attachment_11323" align="alignnone" width="400"] Wallpapered roller shades make a great use of space to add decoration to your home.[/caption] Make sure to find out whether the paper is self-adhesive or if it needs wallpaper paste. You can also opt for a spray-on matte finish to make your new shades more durable.
Make D.I.Y. Shoji Screens
For more intrepid D.I.Y.ers, handmade shoji screens are a great alternative to traditional window coverings. They require assembly, but you can find everything you need at your local home improvement store. All you need is narrow wood trim, L-brackets and wood glue to assemble the frame. Next, cut and paste your choice of sturdy paper to the frame using wallpaper glue. Rice paper is the most authentic material, but you'll be more likely to find mulberry fiber paper. No matter what you choose, you'll want paper that will stand up to sun and dust without withering. To get the most out of your shoji screen, try painting designs onto the paper. [caption id="attachment_11324" align="alignnone" width="400"] Shoji screens take time to assemble, but add a graceful, light touch to a bedroom.[/caption]
Add Designs to Drop Cloth Without Sewing
To mimic a Roman shade appearance at a fraction of the price, try installing a drop cloth on your window bar. It's a cheap and simple alternative as long as you have a little design sense. There are many varieties of drop cloth; make sure to select one that meets your needs. For window treatments, art canvas blankets work best because they're seamless and cost less than heavy-duty industrial cloth. A smart, quick way to add color and designs to a blank drop cloth is to use t-shirt transfer paper. You can use this paper to print any design at home then apply it with a clothing iron. Pro tip: Don't remove t-shirt transfers while they're still hot. This will distress the design. Instead, let the transfers cool before removing. [caption id="attachment_11325" align="alignnone" width="1024"] There are some great methods to add decoration to drop curtains without sewing.[/caption] Whether you're a D.I.Y. fanatic or you want a no-fuss way to brighten up a room, these easy window treatments are great for even the smallest budget.
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