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Washing Curtains and Drapes: How Often Should You Wash these Window Treatment? I have had some of my readers ask: “How often should you wash curtains and drapes?” So I thought I would provide simple guidelines for how often to wash your curtains. Paging through America’s Housekeeping Book, first published in 1941, I was stunned …

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Hanging Curtains Higher than the Window – What is the Proper Height? So, how high should you hang curtains? Let’s look at how high to hang your curtains. I’m far better at choosing household fittings than installing them. Gorgeous curtain rod and finials? Got it. Matching tie-backs? Got it. But hanging the pole and the …

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How Far From the Floor Should Curtains Hang? Choosing the Ideal Curtain Length I have had some of my readers ask, “how far off the floor should curtains be?” Today, we are tackling this question. Find out the ideal gap between your curtains and the floor.  I love picking out curtains: choosing fabrics, decorative rods, …

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Curtain Size Guide: Choosing the Right Drape Dimensions for Your Home Find out the standard curtain sizes, plus tips on how to measure for curtains to help you make an informed choice. I’ve lived in plenty of rentals, from student dorms to oddly shaped rooms in shared accommodation and, later, my first tiny apartment. You …

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DIY Christmas Table Centerpieces for a Stunning Holiday Tablescape Looking to spruce up your table for the holidays on a budget? Make one of these DIY Christmas centerpiece ideas and add a personal touch to your holiday decor. The holiday season is upon us, and there’s no better time to get creative and add a …

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How to Dress a Window Without Curtains (Alternatives to Curtains) Wondering how to cover windows without curtains? Here is a look at some of the available curtain alternatives. I love the coziness of drawing the curtains on a chilly evening and pulling the bedroom drapes open to see the morning sun. But new trends in …

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Unlined Vs Lined Curtains (Which Option is Right for Your Home?) If you are like me, you may be wondering, lined vs unlined curtains, which is better? Let’s look at when, where, and why to use lined and unlined curtains. I get a creative kick out of choosing colors, fabrics, and styles of window treatments. …

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Curtains or Blinds – Which is Better? Wondering, curtains vs blinds – which is better? Here we analyze the pros and cons of the two types of window treatments to help you make an informed decision. There’s more to furnishing a home than choosing cute decor. Window treatments, in particular, are as functional as beautiful, …

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Stunning DIY Fall Table Centerpieces You Can Easily Make From simple and understated to bold and dramatic, there’s a DIY fall centerpiece idea for every home. As the leaves turn to their autumn hues and the air grows crisp with a hint of woodsmoke, it’s time to bring out those cozy sweaters and start thinking …

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