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DandeeRose
True Blue Farmgirl
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Alicia
Charlestown, IN
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 Posted - Oct 20 2016 : 08:43:32 AM
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Hello ladies! I have a tiny dilemma I would love some opinions on.
This is our cabin, built in 1830.
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I want to hang curtains. I plan to use a pressure mounted rod, so as not to harm the logsand trim any further than time has done. I don't want anything dark, since there is no electricity yet, so the natural light is important. The style is where I get hung up.... County, Vintage Repro, Veggies, Flowers, Plaid????
I am seriously considering this print, except in a light blue on ivory background. What do you think? This is a lightweight canvas from walmart, so it is pretty affordable.
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
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Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
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Posted - Oct 20 2016 : 08:54:42 AM
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If I remember right, your house is basically one or 2 rooms downstairs? Canvas is pretty heavy - I'm not sure about using it for curtains. Is it more like a cotton Duck or denim thickness? The thicker fabric would keep drafts out in the winter, but would also cut down on the light coming in.
Being an old farmhouse in the country, I'd go with a bright and smaller country print, myself.
I can't wait to see what you come up with.
Farmgirl hugs,
Farmgirl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month August 2015
Linda O
Lone Oak, TX
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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DandeeRose
True Blue Farmgirl
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Alicia
Charlestown, IN
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janamarieje
True Blue Farmgirl
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Jana
Southern California
USA
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Posted - Oct 20 2016 : 09:24:06 AM
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I like the print, but I agree with the thickness question. Seems to me that you would have the drapes opened during the day and closed at night, which would be better for keeping the cold out. Don't forget to put a lining on the back (window side) as it will help keep the fabric from fading, especially when using colors.
Jana
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DandeeRose
True Blue Farmgirl
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Alicia
Charlestown, IN
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MaryJanesNiece
True Blue Farmgirl
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Krista
Utah
USA
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Posted - Oct 20 2016 : 10:02:23 AM
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I really like the print! It reminds me of old fashioned country. If it were me I would stick with a country theme rather than plaid or veggies. Could you maybe make one set for one window and see what you think before you buy enough to make all windows? I get the impression you are in love with this pattern, so why not give it a shot!
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janamarieje
True Blue Farmgirl
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Jana
Southern California
USA
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Posted - Oct 20 2016 : 10:04:51 AM
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At $4 a yard, the windows look fairly small, I say go for it. You will know within a few months if it will work, if you are happy with your choice, what you might do differently, and then you can change it later.
Jana
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Gardening is cheaper than therapy and you get tomatoes. ~Author Unknown
All I really need is love, but a little chocolate now and then doesn't hurt! ~Charles Schulz
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
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Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
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Posted - Oct 20 2016 : 12:21:06 PM
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If it is that lightweight and that inexpensive, then go for it. A lining is a good idea, and that will help keep out the cooler weather and also help them hang better.
Farmgirl hugs,
Farmgirl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month August 2015
Linda O
Lone Oak, TX
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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DandeeRose
True Blue Farmgirl
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Alicia
Charlestown, IN
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DandeeRose
True Blue Farmgirl
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Alicia
Charlestown, IN
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
7546 Posts
Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
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Posted - Oct 20 2016 : 7:11:34 PM
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Nice bread basket liner. That fabric will be nice for the curtains.
Farmgirl hugs,
Farmgirl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month August 2015
Linda O
Lone Oak, TX
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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DandeeRose
True Blue Farmgirl
1509 Posts
Alicia
Charlestown, IN
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MaryJanesNiece
True Blue Farmgirl
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Krista
Utah
USA
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Posted - Oct 21 2016 : 10:57:08 AM
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I can't wait to see what they look like once you have them done!
That's a super cute bread basket liner. It will go great in your cabin kitchen.
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