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First, I want to say thank you to everyone who left some thoughtful advice for me as to whether I should shorten the too-long curtains that I bought for the breakfast room by washing them or hemming them.
The truth is, I was so impatient that as soon as I got three comments in a row saying that I should wash them, I went ahead and threw them in the washing machine (on cold, on delicate). Of course I was worried that they would shrink too much or not enough, but luckily they turned out just right. Well, to be honest they're still a wee bit long but I guess that's okay if I ever need to wash them again.
Some downsides to washing the curtains (versus hemming) were that I had no idea how much shrinkage I would get (oooh, livin' on the edge), I had to iron the heck out of them once they were dry (bor-ing), and they had little white fluffs all over them which I had to swipe off with a lint brush. But, I didn't have to bust out the sewing machine AND I would've been able to blame the washing machine if they didn't turn out quite right. Heh heh heh.
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I decided to try installing the curtain rods a bit higher than usual (for me). After trying various heights I settled on installing the rods so they were exactly in between the top of the window casing and the bottom of the crown molding. Since I took the pictures from an angle the rods look higher up than they actually are. They're in the middle, I swear!
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Whomever designed this house sure loved jamming at least one window in every room right up against a wall. It's such a nightmare to hang curtains this way! The above window (that I never show) faces into the driveway. I had to close the blind so you wouldn't see our dirty vehicles and muddy gravel driveway.
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This is the other window in the room which you see from the kitchen and directly as you walk into the room. I was able to hang the brackets a bit wider over top of this window since there wasn't a wall in the way!!!
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You can see how the curtains are just a tad long.
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The curtains are so light and airy. I am loving them so far.
I can't wait to get the table and chair set for this room finished this weekend (Note to self: You can do it, you can do it, you can do it) to show you how everything is coming together.
White, 100% linen, 96" curtains - Crate and Barrel
Pewter, 36-72" curtain rods - Lowe's (Allen + Roth)
Oh yes, and of course I can't forget the before and after shot:
Today I'll be sharing over at:
Show and Tell Friday @ My Romantic Home
Feature Yourself Friday @ Fingerprints On The Fridge
Flaunt it Friday @ Chic on a Shoestring Decorating
Show and Share Day @ Just a Girl
Feature Yourself Friday @ Fingerprints On The Fridge
Flaunt it Friday @ Chic on a Shoestring Decorating
Show and Share Day @ Just a Girl
I love your curtains. I think it looks wonderful that they "puddle" a little on the floor. I would not want them any shorter myself!
ReplyDeletePhew, I was hoping someone would say that. ;)
ReplyDeleteThank you for your kind comment.
They came out great! Also, looking fine a bit long too. Love the height of the curtain rods.
ReplyDeleteI love the white linen layered over the bamboo shades - absolutely love that look! You probably got this idea already, but a great way to customize the length of curtains is to hang them on the rod from rings with clips....you can fold over the top of the curtain to make it the desired length before you clip it. Works like a charm for lazy people like me! :)
ReplyDeleteThey are really pretty Sarah and a great length. Love the light and airy look.
ReplyDeleteKim:)
So fresh and pretty! I love the layered look with the shades and the airy linen curtains. Perfect!
ReplyDeleteLove the curtains and the blinds combined as well. The length is great, it is nice to have them puddle a little, if it bothers you you can always raise the rods a little too (but I like them as is).
ReplyDeleteCurtains are just the right touch for your rooms! and I agree the length is just right!! Looks great Sarah :) Darrell is working on the range hood over at our place today....lookin good!! Happy Easter!
ReplyDeleteSarah, I love them, and I think the length is just right. I like the bright and airiness, yet they add a nice softness to the window too.
ReplyDeleteYay for curtains that pool a bit on the floor (I just hung some last weekend and I hung them too low so now they puddle a bit on the floor!!!!)! They look great, glad you found what you were looking for after all that:)
ReplyDeletePs. Sorry, I meant to say that yours look perfect gently gracing the floor, mine are way longer but I'm too lazy to fix them so they look like yours;)
ReplyDeleteThey look so fresh and floaty..xx
ReplyDeleteThey look perfect Sarah. I think they're just the right length :)
ReplyDeleteI love your new curtains~ It really makes your space look cozier!;) ~ Happy Easter~ Hugs,Rachel
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The curtains look beautiful. It's personal choice I know, but I like it when the curtains are that little too long. I also doubt that they'll shrink even more unless you put them in a hotter wash.
ReplyDeleteI love the white linen with the bamboo shades - such a light, airy look! Great job!
ReplyDeleteLove the curtains! I tried commenting on a post a few days ago, but it wouldn't let me. I read that you are liking sweet potatoes now and I really wanted to tell you about this recipe: http://thepioneerwoman.com/tasty-kitchen/recipes/holidays/sweet-potato-souffle/
ReplyDeleteIt is SO good! It tastes a lot like dessert actually. It's a must try!! Just thought I'd send you the link. :)
curtains look great, I like the wood blinds as I think they add a natural touch to the room.
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