Although I don't like full curtains in the bathroom I knew I wanted something at the window as we came into winter. So the answer? A patchwork blind of course!
So 280 squares later I have a blind! Originally it was going to be two curtain panels with tab tops but after I'd made one and put it up it looked wrong. I took it apart and then made the patchwork top bigger by just adding on. That's what I love about patchwork - it's very forgiving and you can change your mind all the way through.
The fabric is mostly vintage Laura Ashley pieces that were originally used for soft furnishings in the houses we grew up in. I love using them and remembering mine and my brothers' and sister's bedrooms. The lining was some thrifted unbleached calico so I just LOVE that there's nothing new in it.
I didn't want the formality of a roman blind so I just made some straps to tie underneath the blind as I rolled it up. Having never made something like this I was pretty pleased with the outcome. The curtain pole is an old piece of dowelling from the second hand shop and it's attached to the wall by two old large brass cup hooks we had in the garage. So totally vintage, thrifted, recycled and upcycled - I LOVE IT!!!!
This was one of the unfinished projects I had on the go when I mentioned it here - so that's another off the list - hurray! Also, due to the fact the market was sooooo quiet on the weekend I managed to get the binding sewn onto another quilt that was on the list - now I just have to take a few photos so show.
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24 comments:
that is such a fabulous blind. i love the nostalgia in up-cycled/re-used/second-hand stuff. well done!
Wow , that looks fantastic with the light shining through it... the look changes with the angle you are looking at it.. Love it!
That's so pretty--such a clever idea!
Really, really beutiful!!
I love this concept! Thanks for the inspiration!
It's beautiful....I love the sun coming through.
What a great idea!!!
I love this so much!!!
i'm thinking you will be spending lots of time in the bathroom just so you can admire your work. i can see why you love it, it is really gorgeous. sorry to hear about the market disappointment. you summed it up well. i do three regulars a month and it is tough. the trick is to get a following.
oh wow! What a fantastic idea! I love it with the sun shining through, well done!
Just gorgeous---and I love the sentimental/green craft ethic behind it!
Look at all that yummy recycled goodness. If you are going to make a blind you should also make a statement.
xo Steph
Wow - amazing! I love it.
Pretty, thrifty and green :)
Wow, it's beautiful. Reminds me of a stain glass window with the sun shining through.
It looks fantastic! I love that it is totally recycled pieces, gorgeous...
I absolutely love it! What a fabulous idea. I love how the light shines through and the seems create borders. LOVE IT!
so unique ; i love it!
xx
well done - go the re-purposed fabric!!
that is just so beautiful and I like that the fabric you've used has memories - great job!
It is gorgeous! I love everything about it. Stunning.
What a great "curtain"....there's no way way in the world I'd use it for a curtain..I am one these people who are in awe of those who quilst...It is just awesome. Love it. Peta
It's so beautiful! I love it!!!
I LOVE it!! And I love that it's all recycled things, so talented! My bathroom window isn't practical to make one but if I could I would! I love the way the light shines through.
love this xx
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