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DeepsouthMamma
True Blue Farmgirl
1454 Posts
Autumn
Southwest Louisiana
USA
1454 Posts |
 Posted - Nov 21 2008 : 7:56:12 PM
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After recently finishing the dining room walls there was a definite need to warm it all up with the right window treatment. Being non-traditional I knew to keep the farmgirl look and feel I wanted I would have to dream up the one that would work.
I am a comitted recycler of cloth- all cloth!!! It is the hardest thing in the world to toss out anything made of cloth that can be repurposed and used again. One of my favorite things to recycle is wool. Living in Louisiana, we don't wear much wool, if any, so about the only way to enjoy it is in decor of some sort.I so enjoy finding old sweaters, coats and other articles made of wool and felting it in preparation for it's new life.
Most of the color you see has been rescued from a blanket or sweater. I felted all the wool I reclaimed before stashing it . Over the years I have amassed quite an array of colors. That stash really came in handy on this project.
It was such a simple project- simple sewing & embroidery skills and a pair of scissors is about all it took; and a good stash of old sweaters,blankets and coats.
This window treatment came to mind at night as I was dreaming of working on a candle mat- all I had to do was enlarge the idea and WOW!
I still have a bit of trim work to do at the top edge to level them and cover the raw edge.
I knew I had stumbled onto the right look AND feel!
What do you think?
Blessings,
Autumn
Farmgirl #49
http://simplytoday-autumn.blogspot.com/
Isaiah 40:31
But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint. |
Edited by - DeepsouthMamma on Nov 21 2008 8:02:41 PM |
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LivingWell4You
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Karen
Hillsboro
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USA
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Posted - Nov 22 2008 : 05:35:41 AM
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What a great job! Not just on the windows but the entire room - or at least every I see in it!
God bless -
Karen ~ Chickherder & Farmgirl Sister #311
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melanie47601
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K-Falls Farmgirl
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Cheryl
Klamath Falls
Oregon
USA
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Posted - Nov 22 2008 : 06:31:49 AM
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Way to go..and great on recycling! Looks very nice.
http://www.k-fallsfarmgirl.blogspot.com/
Cheryl #309
Farm girl sister
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DeepsouthMamma
True Blue Farmgirl
1454 Posts
Autumn
Southwest Louisiana
USA
1454 Posts |
Posted - Nov 22 2008 : 3:28:55 PM
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O K - here's the finished room!
I am so pleased with how these turned out.
I plan to change the look for spring and summer- to keep it light and airy.
I'll probably use a light cotton gauze type fabric for spring and summer.
Blessings,
Autumn
Farmgirl #49
http://simplytoday-autumn.blogspot.com/
Isaiah 40:31
But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint. |
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happymama58
True Blue Farmgirl
1210 Posts
Patti
Missouri
USA
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Posted - Nov 22 2008 : 4:31:42 PM
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They're absolutely beautiful, and they "fit" so well in the room. That's one of the things I struggle with -- making the curtains blend in with the style of my rooms. You did a wonderful job on these. Want to come make some curtains for me?
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bohemiangel
True Blue Farmgirl
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Ligonier
pa
USA
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wild daisy
True Blue Farmgirl
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Madelynne
Billings
Montana
USA
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Posted - Nov 23 2008 : 1:45:40 PM
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Very nice and inviting. Love the window treatment. Earth friendly too.
Madelynne |
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jpbluesky
True Blue Farmgirl
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Jeannie
Florida
USA
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Mother Hen
True Blue Farmgirl
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Cindy
Peck
ID
USA
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Posted - Nov 23 2008 : 6:39:36 PM
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Autumn, how beautiful!! Your dining room is wonderful and your window treatments are fabulous. Can you tell me what you mean by "felting" the wool before you store it? I think I have an idea but not sure.
Karen, way to go on the weight loss. Keep up the good work!!
I wish I had started when I only had 18lbs to lose. Now it's a daunting task I have been putting off.
I will bless the Lord at all times: his praise shall continually be in my mouth. Psalms 34:1 |
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DeepsouthMamma
True Blue Farmgirl
1454 Posts
Autumn
Southwest Louisiana
USA
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Posted - Nov 23 2008 : 7:25:31 PM
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To felt my wool ,I wash it on HOT and rinse in cold. Then toss it into the dryer. Then it's ready to stitch with no raveling worries and is tons of fun to work with.
By the way- nice to meet you Cindy!
Blessings,
Autumn
Farmgirl #49
http://simplytoday-autumn.blogspot.com/
Isaiah 40:31
But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint. |
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Contrary Wife
True Blue Farmgirl
2164 Posts
Teresa Sue
Tekoa
WA
USA
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Posted - Nov 24 2008 : 06:24:37 AM
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The curtains are great Autumn <my oldest daughter's name is Autumn :^)>. I feel the same about fabric as you do, it really is a shame to waste it. I always do my own curtains/drapes too, the boughten ones are just too expensive! It's so fun to be creative and recycle!
Teresa Sue
Farmgirl Sister #316
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Sitnalta
True Blue Farmgirl
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Jessica
NJ
USA
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Posted - Jan 20 2009 : 11:59:55 AM
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What a beautiful dining room! You are so creative and it turned out lovely. It reminds me of rustic beauty!!
hugs
Jessie
Farmgirl Sister #235
Life should NOT be a jounrey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive and well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, chocolate in one hand, latte in the other, body thoroughly used up, totally worn out and screaming. "WOOHOO, what a ride!"
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electricdunce
True Blue Farmgirl
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Belmont
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DeepsouthMamma
True Blue Farmgirl
1454 Posts
Autumn
Southwest Louisiana
USA
1454 Posts |
Posted - Jan 20 2009 : 12:34:23 PM
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Thanks so much! I love them just as much now-even after looking at them for several months.
I had thought to change them in the spring and summer but I'm not so sure now.
What do you think? Should I change to a light airy look for spring and summer???
Blessings,
Autumn
Farmgirl #49
http://simplytoday-autumn.blogspot.com/
Isaiah 40:31
But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint. |
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Sitnalta
True Blue Farmgirl
4208 Posts
Jessica
NJ
USA
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Posted - Jan 20 2009 : 12:37:53 PM
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Light and airy would be nice, but it so nice to have such pretty things too. I would imagine the pretty darks would keep it nice and cool in there. Plus, quilts are always in season!
hugs
Jessie
Farmgirl Sister #235
Life should NOT be a jounrey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive and well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, chocolate in one hand, latte in the other, body thoroughly used up, totally worn out and screaming. "WOOHOO, what a ride!"
Stop by my blog for a visit www.messiejessie2.blogspot.com |
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rabbithorns
True Blue Farmgirl
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Allison
Fort Scott
KS
USA
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StarMeadow
True Blue Farmgirl
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MI
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Posted - Jan 23 2009 : 09:48:30 AM
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| WOW! LOVE IT! Do you have your curtains on a tension rod? |
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DeepsouthMamma
True Blue Farmgirl
1454 Posts
Autumn
Southwest Louisiana
USA
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Posted - Jan 23 2009 : 3:04:28 PM
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Nope- I just used upholstery tacks and tacked them right onto the wwoden frame. I really didnt want a rod to distract from them. Besides- then I would have to had sewn a rod pocket I'm just a little lazy when it comes to curtains!
Blessings,
Autumn
Farmgirl #49
http://simplytoday-autumn.blogspot.com/
Isaiah 40:31
But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint. |
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Sitnalta
True Blue Farmgirl
4208 Posts
Jessica
NJ
USA
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Posted - Jan 25 2009 : 6:28:16 PM
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hehe..a woman after my own heart. I am always looking for creative ways to get around have to do too much hemming. :)
hugs
Jessie
Farmgirl Sister #235
Life should NOT be a jounrey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive and well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, chocolate in one hand, latte in the other, body thoroughly used up, totally worn out and screaming. "WOOHOO, what a ride!"
Stop by my blog for a visit www.messiejessie2.blogspot.com |
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Thistle Cove Farm
True Blue Farmgirl
141 Posts
Sandra
Tazewell
VA
USA
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Posted - Mar 17 2009 : 11:34:23 AM
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Fabulous! What a great job and what a beautifully inviting, warm room! Congratulations on your hard work being turned into something so visual.
Sandra @ Thistle Cove Farm ~ God's blessings on you, yours and the work of your hands & heart ~
www.thistlecovefarm.com
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Calicogirl
True Blue Farmgirl
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Sharon
Bruce Crossing
Michigan
USA
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Posted - Mar 17 2009 : 12:27:51 PM
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Wow! What a great idea! They look awesome :)
~Sharon
By His Grace, For His Glory |
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True Blue Farmgirl
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Canada
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