Monday, November 2, 2009

Funky creation alert ~ 10 minute dreamy curtains

I have these two very long and narrow windows that are on either side of an armoire in my kitchen office area. While I love the light the windows offer, they weren't very attractive as is. Time to create something unique!



Take an old heritage wooden hanger...



... add a few woodsy clothespins...



... add a white queen sized sheet... see where this is going?

Tips:
- after washing, leave the sheet sitting in the dryer on purpose for a few days for some timeless crinkles
- choose a poly cotton blend for a nice drape



... adjust height to your liking, allowing a small puddle on the floor...



... enhance your dreamy setting with a glaze enhanced chair... (I know, I know, tutorial coming soon!)



... surround your little area with quaint natural textures...






... and you have yourself a pretty little setting that offers some softness to an otherwise curtainless area. And an extra seat to boot!



Here is the other side not quite ready for it's final reveal. But it is equally unique... coming soon!

What do you think? Is this one too off the wall funky for my Christmas show? I'd like to be seen as creative, not weird. :)

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Hmmm. my wheels are turning again. Should we have a  Sat Nite Special window treatment themed party this upcoming weekend?!?  Please cast your vote on this weekend's theme in the pole widget, top right!

Voting ends Tuesday midnight so vote quickly!

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50 comments:

  1. shannonNovember 2, 2009 at 8:56 PM

    No, not too off the wall at all! I love it. It looI love the hanging sheet as a window screen. Totally not what you would expect, but has a whimsical feel..

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  2. AnneNovember 2, 2009 at 8:59 PM

    It looks great. Keep it!

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  3. JennNovember 2, 2009 at 9:06 PM

    OMG! I love everything about that!!! Amazing!

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  4. MandyNovember 2, 2009 at 9:16 PM

    Very cute!

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  5. PatinawareNovember 2, 2009 at 9:44 PM

    I visit yr blog often ~ have not yet posted but, this time i have to *say*...

    I have NEVER seen anything like this. Very creative...I love it!

    Photo #8 belongs in a magazine!

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  6. {oc cottage}November 2, 2009 at 9:49 PM

    How fun is that???!!!!!!

    m ^..^

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  7. Mikael@starter home to dream homeNovember 2, 2009 at 10:17 PM

    LOVE IT! totally cute.

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  8. Crafty SistersNovember 2, 2009 at 10:59 PM

    Very pretty..and easy!

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  9. maryNovember 3, 2009 at 3:32 AM

    This is amazing!! Very unique...love love love it.

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  10. Traci@ Beneath My HeartNovember 3, 2009 at 3:34 AM

    Wow! I think that looks so charming. I didn't think it would at first, but when I saw the whole picture, it definitely worked! I would love to have a Sat. Night window treatment party because I am always needed new ideas.
    Blessings,
    Traci

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  11. DianieNovember 3, 2009 at 4:17 AM

    Excuse me while I pick my jaw up off the floor. You are BRILLIANT! I LOVE IT :D

    ~Diane

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  12. LisaNovember 3, 2009 at 4:52 AM

    lol there is a fine line between creative and weird, isn't there? This is beautiful. Keep it!

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  13. JaneNovember 3, 2009 at 4:53 AM

    I really like the look of this at that window. The picture of the full window put it in perspective for me. I love the softness the fabric adds to wood elements in the space. It is beautiful!
    Jane

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  14. The Decorating DiariesNovember 3, 2009 at 5:06 AM

    Amazing, not weird. I'm obsessed with window traetments and would love to see everyone's ideas.

    Janet

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  15. Miss Mustard SeedNovember 3, 2009 at 5:21 AM

    Really cool idea and perfect for that window! You're so creative.

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  16. Jessica @ My Quarter Life CrisisNovember 3, 2009 at 5:31 AM

    brillant and gorgeous!

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  17. cindyNovember 3, 2009 at 6:03 AM

    Gorgeousness right there. I'm thinking this treatment would be FAB.U.LOUS in my crafting room where the window is next to my vintage ironing board. Yes?

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  18. Tracy Wills November 3, 2009 at 6:33 AM

    What a great idea, and it looks great too!!!

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  19. Chance, Stacey, and ShayleeNovember 3, 2009 at 6:45 AM

    Great idea!! I love it!

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  20. LisaNovember 3, 2009 at 6:49 AM

    So clever! Wouldn't this be precious in a laundry room?

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  21. Rhoda @ Southern HospitalityNovember 3, 2009 at 7:01 AM

    Donna, that's a cute & cozy corner!

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  22. Funky Junk InteriorsNovember 3, 2009 at 7:10 AM

    Oh my goodness... thanks! I got up easily today, running to the computer to see if this creation was a flop or not.. whew. Breaking new territory is downright scary!LOL I so appreciate your comebacks on my stuff.

    My upcoming bedroom and metal clad siding project even moreso...

    Livin' on the edge, FJ Donna

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  23. CassieNovember 3, 2009 at 7:25 AM

    This is so clever it's ridiculous! This is my kind of window treatment!!

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  24. AnonymousNovember 3, 2009 at 7:27 AM

    Sooo cute Donna! I love the softness it adds to your room. I have a wooden hanger like that somewhere around here!
    Thanks for sharing- Krista

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  25. Michelle HughesNovember 3, 2009 at 9:01 AM

    I think it is wonderful... I really like it and it seems to fit your style... I may steal this for my laundry room!

    Smiles!
    Michelle

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  26. AnNicole@Our Suburban CottageNovember 3, 2009 at 9:03 AM

    That second to last photo is breathtakingly beautiful. Truly.

    I love how you thought outside the box on this one. It's completely unique and yet, totally makes sense at the same time. Love it!

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  27. Lou Cinda @ Tattered HydrangeasNovember 3, 2009 at 9:23 AM

    I LOVE it! It is ULTRA creative!! Totally LOVE it!!!

    Can't wait to see ALL of the other one!

    Lou Cinda :)

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  28. Flat Creek FarmNovember 3, 2009 at 9:39 AM

    It's a keeper. Love it!! -Tammy

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  29. TiffanyNovember 3, 2009 at 10:45 AM

    Oh, wow! I think that is an incredible idea. I love old hangers and it just looks so whimsical and dreamy, such a great touch to the window! LOVE it!

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  30. k. a-bearNovember 3, 2009 at 1:07 PM

    Absolutely spectacular!!! I love it.

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  31. Jen @ tatertotsandjello.comNovember 3, 2009 at 1:55 PM

    What a fun idea. I love it! Very creative and different.

    XOXO
    Jen

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  32. DIYHomeDecoratingIdeasNovember 3, 2009 at 3:44 PM

    Thumbs up from me, I love it!

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  33. Patti @ Pandoras BoxNovember 3, 2009 at 4:44 PM

    I love those windows....and your window treatment is just perfect - great job, thanks for sharing

    Tomorrow is last day to enter giveaway at Pandora's Box...stop over

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  34. Danielle @ Transforming HomeNovember 3, 2009 at 5:02 PM

    Very creative - it looks so cute! It is great because of the valance on top. Another great idea!

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  35. AnonymousNovember 3, 2009 at 5:19 PM

    Clever, clever, clever. Definitely keep it. It might be off the wall but that's what makes it so great. I absolutely love it!

    pk @ Room Remix

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  36. UnknownNovember 3, 2009 at 5:51 PM

    Oh definitely creative, and SOOO not weird! I love it, what a fabulous idea.

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  37. Recaptured CharmNovember 3, 2009 at 7:22 PM

    Terrific and very UNIQUE idea. Lovin' it big time!
    Lisa

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  38. LeanneNovember 3, 2009 at 8:17 PM

    so creative! I never would have thought of it but I love it.

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  39. UnknownNovember 4, 2009 at 7:01 AM

    New and different is good!!! I like it. :)

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  40. Wendy November 6, 2009 at 5:42 AM

    I've got to say "I ADORE THIS"!
    This is thinking outside the box with wonderful results. Simply perfect. SERIOUSLY!

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  41. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeNovember 6, 2009 at 9:11 AM

    This is totally tooooooo cute. I love it. Hugs, Marty

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  42. BlueCastleNovember 6, 2009 at 10:07 AM

    That's darling! It looks amazing - so creative. :)

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  43. Amy {The Red Chair Blog}November 6, 2009 at 12:37 PM

    I love this idea! So creative! May I have your permission to feature this as part of an upcoming blog post?

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  44. Funky Junk InteriorsNovember 6, 2009 at 11:56 PM

    Amy, absolutely! I'd be honoured. :)

    Thanks all. Again. Wow. I didn't expect this kind of reaction. You've given me something to smile about!

    FJ Donna

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  45. WhisperWood CottageNovember 7, 2009 at 3:57 PM

    So dreamy that I can barely keep from clapping and cheering out loud!

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  46. Titti @ Shoestring PavilionJanuary 19, 2010 at 6:27 AM

    I guess I didn't go back far enough reading through your blog because I never saw this one before but I love it! So simple but so cool looking. May have to try this sometime...

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  47. Sherri Blum, CIDJanuary 28, 2010 at 7:22 PM

    How creative! I love it! I'm definitely going to be following your blog!

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  48. wendi in kansasFebruary 13, 2010 at 5:41 AM

    I just found your blog today!! I love it! I haven't been able to find the info about the painted kitchen counter tops. I am in serious need of new but the funds are not there. Would you please point me in the right direction.
    thanks!
    Wendi in Kansas

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  49. Paul Simon CurtainsJanuary 27, 2011 at 8:57 AM

    Great idea, I love it.

    Very creative

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  50. efJanuary 15, 2012 at 2:41 AM

    I too flirt with the creative/weird line... sometimes I even step over... I think it's ok! Everyone's definition of where that line should be is different. This is an awesome project I'm definitely going to try.
    One of my favorite things about your diy's is that they're so simple (and usually easy to disassemble) that we can do 'em up, try 'em, and if we don't like it it can be taken apart and repurposed another way. Love.

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