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Casa Quickie: Use an Oar as a Curtain Road
In an effort to stay within budget, and to cut back on consumerism, sometimes you gotta work with what your momma gave ya . . .
DIY: Tree Branch Curtain Rod
This DIY tree branch curtain rod project doesn't seem like most original idea ever. But actually, I've never seen it done before; it looks rustic-chic; it achieves that branches trend; and it's super easy to pull off. Here are the steps, according to do-it-yourself:
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DIY: Grass Skirt TV Stand
I first saw Hawaiian grass skirts used to conceal clutter in one of my favorite decorating books, Pad. A few years ago, frustrated with the lack of stylish TV stands available, I decided to create my own grass-skirted version with a shelf I bought at Ikea. (Please forgive the poor quality of the photo; I've since upgraded to a new stand and couldn't take another one.)
By attaching the grass skirt to swiveling curtain rods that open and close like cabinets, you have a fun and funky way to conceal your DVD player and DVDs underneath.
Cool Idea: A Bookish Twist on Artichoke Finials
Shopping in one of my favorite local consignment furniture shops, I fell hard for this pair of white wooden artichoke finials, originally meant for the ends of a curtain rod or bed posts. I really have no use for them as curtain rod finials, but I instantly realized they'd make great bookends! They have a regal, statuesque shape that's practically destined for bookshelf styling.
How-To: Tie Back Curtains Without a Tieback
When it comes to pulling curtains back, many people opt for standard or tasseled tiebacks. For those that choose to make their own window coverings, like yours truly, the opportunities are endless. Ribbons, and industrial hooks are options but I've got another trick up my sleeve, er .
Steal of the Day: Recycled Glass Finial Rods
Need to update the look of your windows? Then try these Recycled Glass Finials Rods ($23.99-39.99). They're simple, chic, and eco, and come in three different lengths, so you can outfit every size window, from a sliding deck door to a small bathroom window.
Home Library: Cheap Chic
Interior stylist, author, and owner of London shop Caravan, Emily Chalmers has made a career out of finding beauty in objects that require more ingenuity than income. Cheap Chic ($20), which was originally published in 2003 in hardcover, will be released at the end of this month in paperback, and is a perfect example of her talent at transforming overlooked secondhand objects into things of beauty.
I was lucky enough to take a peek at the book thanks to a review copy from the publishers.
Ask Casa: Cat Hair on Curtains
Dear Casa,
You recently posted a story about hanging curtains. All of my curtains have been hanging happily for a while now, but they get a lot of cat hair on them! Taking them down is a pain because the curtain rod has a little screw to keep it from moving around.
How-To: Hang Curtains
Hanging drapery is often the finishing touch a room needs to give off a polished look. But beyond that, the smallest difference in length can also make a drastic difference. That said, you should always take measurements before you buy any curtains, and if you must, just buy the longest size and alter them later.
DIY: Simple Panel Curtains (in Four Hours or Less)
Our living room features large deck doors that look out over the San Francisco Bay — a beautiful view, no doubt, but one that was previously obscured by some boring, less-than-aesthetically-pleasing vertical shades. Intent on making a Spring change, I decided to whip up some simple panel curtains to improve the view both inside and out. I chose a pretty, patterned Amy Butler fabric, which added a textile highlight to the room, and with a few simple but smart techniques, I managed to get these off my ironing board and onto curtain rods in about three hours.
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