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Pipe (Curtain Rod) Dreams & a Guest Post

March 28, 2012 by Cassie 74 Comments

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Happy Wednesday!  Before I get to my project, I wanted to let you know you can find me at Redoux today, sharing a project in a happy Spring color!  Come on over and check it out!  While you are there, have a look around if it’s a new to you blog.  Karen is sweet, funny, and can pick dumpsters like no one’s business.  You will see beautiful makeovers and learn how to dumpster dive with the best of them!
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As with so many great ideas lately, this one came from Pinterest.  I saw this idea and knew it was PERFECT for Sawyer’s room- masculine, industrial, and suiting the Star Wars overall theme. Want to see this idea….  Pipe curtain rods!
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Not only do I love the look, but I love the price, and with Sawyer’s room having odd windows (one is regular, and the other is a smaller dormer window).  The dormer window cannot hold a regular rod and have it look normal.  When we moved in the room had hunter green plastic mini blinds.  They served their purpose, but they were ugly.  Here is a picture from the week we moved in which shows just how ugly they are….
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So I headed off to Home Depot with my measurements, and purchased 4 flanges, 2 pipes, cut to size and threaded by the nice people at Home Depot, and 2 elbows for the regular window.
In the meantime, I waited for the fabric I ordered from fabric.com to come in.  You saw a sneak peek of that on Sunday.  I knew I wanted red fabric as that is the color pop in the room, but I wanted Sawyer to have a choice as well.  I showed him these options…(click on the swatch for the source).
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What do you think a 6 year old boy would choose?  Yep, he chose “zig zags” or chevron as the cool kids say.

I knew that my panels were going to be about window sill length as one bed is against the wall in front of one window and floor length would not work.  So I overestimated the length of each panel to be about 60″. With the larger window I knew I was going to need two wide panels (the fabric was 54″ wide), so that put me at 120″ of fabric needed.  With the smaller window, I thought I could get away with cutting it in half to 27″ wide per panel, so that put me at 180″ of fabric, or 5 yards.  I ordered 6 yards to be on the safe side- you should always allow yourself a cushion when it comes to fabric yardage!

When the fabric arrived I remeasured for a more accurate length.  I cut the panels to size, giving myself about 1.5″ longer than needed for hem length.  then I ironed the hems around all 4 sides of each panel.  Then I used white thread and sewed around each, so I had 4 rectangles hemmed on all sides.

I had Chris pick up Ikea clips for me to hang the panels.  I wanted black to match my pipes, but they were all out, so I just had him get white.  I figured if they didn’t look good that I could exchange when they had the black in.  And a big thank you to Ange on the tip for where to get these clips cheap!

Now, here is the real thing to remember, and fortunately I did remember!  Before you screw your pipes together (elbows, flanges, etc) make sure you put your curtain clips on the pipe.  Otherwise you will not be able to get them on since this is not a regular curtain rod!

I measured, drilled, screwed, and eventually hung the rods.  This was a two person job in the dormer window especially, so I had Chris there to be an extra set of hands.  With the pipes, you have the whole rod assembled when you are hanging, so it’s not like a normal rod where you mount the brackets.  So don’t try to do it alone!  You will get frustrated.  Don’t ask how I know. 😉

Anyhow, once I had the rods up, I was able to clip up my panels.  Now, one other thing I should mention is that the packages come with 10 clips each.  I had Chris purchase two, giving me 20 clips.  I used 12 on the normal window since those panels were wider, and only 8 on the dormer window since I knew the narrower panels would be ok with just 4 clips each.

Anyhow, after all that math, my brain was tired, but it was all worth it.  Here are the curtains, and pipe curtain rods in his room!

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The up close of the rods show what I mean about the odd sizing and why this solution worked.  The elbows helped me mount one pipe right to the wall, and the dormer window pipe is mounted to the opposite walls adjacent to the window wall.  So this method worked well, and the cost of the pipes and pieces was only $17.  The clips were $2.99/pack, and the fabric was close to $50.  So all in all, these were relatively inexpensive treatments, and I still have a yard of the fun fabric to use elsewhere!

I am still waiting for some things for his room, but at least I am able to share some of the progress with you for now!

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  1. Jaime Costiglio says

    March 28, 2012 at 10:29 am

    Cassie love the pipes, I’ve been itching to use piping for furniture somehow now you’ve relit that fire. Perfectly boyish and industrial and economical!

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  2. Robin @ Happily Home, After says

    March 28, 2012 at 10:36 am

    I think your “cool kid” picked some great fun fabric … perfect for a light-saber star wars lovin’ little boy 🙂 Great pairing of the industrial chic dark rustic pipe with high energy bright fabric. And the wall-to-wall installation at the dormer window is perfect. Great idea!

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  3. Andrea says

    March 28, 2012 at 11:01 am

    I love this look (and the price too). The fabric is perfect for Sawyer’s room. I will have to remember this idea! Love it.

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  4. Andi @ Jane of all crafts says

    March 28, 2012 at 11:07 am

    I think the white clips work perfectly!! Actually it’s all AWESOME! Love the zig zag pattern 😉

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  5. {northern cottage} says

    March 28, 2012 at 11:37 am

    this is so RAD!! love the industrial feel and the material is so stinkin FUN!! Well done girlie!

    http://www.NorthernCottage.net

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  6. Lisa @ Turning Tables says

    March 28, 2012 at 11:50 am

    Awesome!! I love industrial chic & chevron is my fave! Nice work!! Can’t wait to see more xo

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  7. Kara @ June & Bear says

    March 28, 2012 at 11:58 am

    so fun! the rods and the curtains. i need to add more industrial to bear’s room.

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  8. Megan says

    March 28, 2012 at 11:58 am

    Wow!!! I am loving the rods, so manly and cool and the same time! I may have to try those in Oliver’s office! The fabric looks great in his room too, good choice Sawyer!

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  9. Emily says

    March 28, 2012 at 12:01 pm

    looks good! guess what section i was in at lowes yesterday?!

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  10. Twice Nice says

    March 28, 2012 at 12:10 pm

    Great idea using the pipe rods! Love, love the fabric!

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  11. The Far Fifty says

    March 28, 2012 at 12:19 pm

    Good job picking the chevron, Sawyer! The force is strong with this one.

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  12. Katie says

    March 28, 2012 at 12:20 pm

    Awesome Cassie!! This is so cool! I love how the rods look! Of course I love the chevron or “zig zag” curtains! Sawyer has good taste! 😉

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  13. The Bold Abode says

    March 28, 2012 at 12:27 pm

    ZING!! They’re perfect for your Padawan! And you get the AWESOME Mom Award for giving him a say!

    I’m crushing on those rods…

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  14. Maury Kilgo says

    March 28, 2012 at 12:28 pm

    That’s awesome!!! What a cool idea, especially for a boy’s room.

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  15. Katie Olthoff says

    March 28, 2012 at 12:29 pm

    Awesome, awesome! And all the “cool kids” are doing “short curtains” too. I have a pinterest board for it – adding your pics!

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  16. Tiffany @ {Living Savvy} says

    March 28, 2012 at 12:30 pm

    I love them! I am so stealing this idea!

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  17. Trisha @ The Sweet Survival says

    March 28, 2012 at 12:38 pm

    Love the curtain fabric! Sawyer is one lucky kid!

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  18. circadee.com says

    March 28, 2012 at 12:43 pm

    Oh I love the pipe curtain rod. I did this in my friend’s family room and it looks awesome then we saw it advertised in West Elm for an arm and a leg. Hello they sell pipes at the hardware store and even cut them for you! Why go to WE for something like that?

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  19. Ange says

    March 28, 2012 at 12:45 pm

    Wow, tHAT pipe looks AWESOME!!! darn keyboard. Anyways, THE FABRIC, THE industrial curtaIn rod, it’S Love i tell you. gLAD CHRIS FOUND THE CLIPS FOR You, YOU COULD ALWAYS spray PAINT THEM. 😉 I’M LOVING HOW THIs roOm is coming together.

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  20. Lesley says

    March 28, 2012 at 12:59 pm

    GREAT solution! Get these onto Pinterest right away! The close up shots illustrate your situation well.

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  21. Cathy Wall says

    March 28, 2012 at 12:59 pm

    Love the pipes for window hardware and have used it in a few client projects myself! The red chevron rocks, Sawyer has good taste Cassie!

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  22. lemondropdreams says

    March 28, 2012 at 1:12 pm

    Those look great! I love the pipe idea, I pinned a bunch of pipe beds…very manly!!

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  23. Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co. says

    March 28, 2012 at 1:16 pm

    Well the hardware is just the cutest industrial touch and how fun that Sawyer got to pick the fabric! I bet he loves his new room!

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  24. Terry says

    March 28, 2012 at 1:21 pm

    I think the industrial look of the pipes are just perfect for this boys room. Love the curtains too!

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  25. michelle says

    March 28, 2012 at 1:28 pm

    Oh I love them! The pipes are so perfect and what a great little nook area.
    xoxo

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  26. Hyphen Interiors says

    March 28, 2012 at 1:49 pm

    Super cool! Love it. Was it heavy for the wall? I mean, did you need to use support or anything?

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  27. Lisa - A Room with A View says

    March 28, 2012 at 2:48 pm

    Fabulously done, Cassie! I love the pipe rods and that fabric in that color and pattern is stunning and modern and playful all at once.

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  28. Whitney says

    March 28, 2012 at 3:16 pm

    What a perfect solution to getting around having finials that extend the length of the rod when you don’t have space for it! PS love the chevron!

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  29. Renee says

    March 28, 2012 at 5:17 pm

    Of course, this is just awesome! I really, really like these, but I know that I wouldn’t have the patience for it. By the time I would get these up my kids probably would change their minds!

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  30. Katie @ Wildwood Creek says

    March 28, 2012 at 5:38 pm

    Love this look for a boys room, and also loved your yellow dresser!

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  31. Starr @ The Kiefer Cottage says

    March 28, 2012 at 5:54 pm

    Love the bright red! Very nice work.

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  32. Dharma says

    March 28, 2012 at 6:26 pm

    Is it possible to love you anymore? I thought not. I was wrong. Pinned for a how-to when I do this in Q’s room 🙂

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  33. Between Blue and Yellow says

    March 28, 2012 at 7:11 pm

    Love, love, love! You did a great job.

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  34. Dear Emmeline says

    March 28, 2012 at 7:49 pm

    My husband would love your curtain rods! He used to be a commercial plumber. I’m sure he’d love how you used the piping. Very creative! I’ve seen piping used for wall mounted bookshelves too! I’ll have to try and find the link for you. I might have pinned it on Pinterest.

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  35. Ali Richardson says

    March 28, 2012 at 8:00 pm

    Sooooooooooooooo freaking AWESOME!!!! They are absolutely perfect! xo

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  36. Lisa Scibilia says

    March 28, 2012 at 8:09 pm

    I love the whole ensemble, Cassie! The pipes do have a great industrial look and the red and white chevron is great! Love how they came out!

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  37. [email protected] says

    March 28, 2012 at 8:30 pm

    Love it Cassie and I love the fabric that your cool son chose. In a previous house we had a bay window in the bedroom and couldn’t afford custom rods so I did the same thing. What a dream for the wallet huh? Now I’m off to your guest post. Anyone who is a dumpster diver is a friend of mine:)

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  38. Cre8ive Motives says

    March 28, 2012 at 8:35 pm

    Oh, I love this! I am so going to do those pipe rods of my sons’ room.

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  39. Bella says

    March 28, 2012 at 9:59 pm

    LOVE the rods! Way cooler than the West Elm version and the red chevron was such a good choice. Great job 🙂

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  40. Heather @ The Junktion says

    March 28, 2012 at 10:59 pm

    Cassie-I love these so much. The industrial look it gives off is sooooo perfect. Ok, so back to that thing about you coming to re-do a room in my house…I changed my mind…I’ll just have you do the whole house! Florida awaits you!

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  41. Jessica @ Stay at Home-ista says

    March 28, 2012 at 11:14 pm

    So that’s where the red fabric went! My son started asking for a “big train” in his room, here’s to letting our boys dictate their own style! Yours, of course, look awesome!

    Jessica
    stayathomeista.com

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  42. Upscale Downhome says

    March 28, 2012 at 11:37 pm

    I love the industrial piping. It is a great look for a boy’s room!

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  43. Amy says

    March 29, 2012 at 1:06 am

    Love the piping, I need to try something like that in my son’s room. Love the red chevron as well. If you have time please come link up at my linky party.
    [email protected]

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  44. Kelly says

    March 29, 2012 at 1:53 am

    Great solution! I love the cool industrial feel.

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  45. Cyndi ✪ Blue Star says

    March 29, 2012 at 3:19 am

    I’m going to have to share the curtain rod idea with my daughter. We just finished decorating her nursery and this would be great! She even picked one of your red fabrics! Wish we’d known about the website. We paid MUCH more for it! http://bluestarantiques.blogspot.com/2012/03/jack-of-all-trades.html

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  46. Stacey says

    March 29, 2012 at 3:42 am

    I love this! The rods, the fabric! Just awesome – you never cease to create amazing things!
    Thanks for linking up!
    Stacey

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  47. [email protected] says

    March 29, 2012 at 11:52 am

    Love the industrial pipe look! And your little boy has good taste! The “zig zags” were the perfect choice!

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  48. Linda @ it all started with paint says

    March 29, 2012 at 12:21 pm

    Love the industrial hardware and amazing “zig zag” red and white curtains!

    They look great — and I love that little nook area where the kids like to color together. So cute!

    🙂

    Linda

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  49. Charlotte Parker says

    March 29, 2012 at 2:09 pm

    The cutest boy’s room I’ve seen in a while! LOVE the chevron!

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  50. Grinningcomb says

    March 29, 2012 at 3:39 pm

    I’m doing my sons new room in a comic book/superhero theme and I think this will fit in nicely. Already have the fabric for his curtains. Thanks for sharing!

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  51. Carmel @ Our Fifth House says

    March 29, 2012 at 3:41 pm

    I LOVE the chevron! It looks so so so great in his room. The pipe curtain rods are so perfect too!

    Oh and the Easter tree is adorable – I’ll bet the kiddos love it!

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  52. Tisha says

    March 29, 2012 at 4:47 pm

    I love the zigzag fabric and your rods – I think I’m going to try this in my basement playroom. Thanks for the inspiration! I’d love it if you’d share this at my Show & Tell party, going on now @ the Delectable Home.

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  53. Good Time Charlie says

    March 29, 2012 at 6:18 pm

    This is GENIUS!!! I never like the traditional options for curtain rods. I would have never thought to use pipes like this. I am going to do this throughout my house wherever I planned to put curtains. LOVE IT! Such a budget saver too!

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  54. Sabrina says

    March 29, 2012 at 9:02 pm

    How many times can I say LOVE before it gets obnoxious??
    Red Chevron is awesome!!

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  55. [email protected] Not Included says

    March 29, 2012 at 10:10 pm

    I’m just catching up on all the posts I’ve been missing. LOVE LOVE LOVE the pipe curtain rods, the curtains and how the whole room is coming together. What a cool room for a cool kid!

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  56. Yanet @ 3 Sun Kissed Boys says

    March 30, 2012 at 1:56 am

    Genius!! And the curtain fabric is fabulous!!

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  57. gail says

    March 30, 2012 at 4:39 pm

    these are the perfect curtains for Sawyer’s room! 🙂 Love the fabric.
    thanks for linking up and linking back!
    gail

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  58. René says

    March 30, 2012 at 5:29 pm

    What a great solution & that fabric is perfect for Sawyer’s room. Too cute!

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  59. M.L. @ The House of Whimsy says

    March 31, 2012 at 3:53 am

    Loooove this look!! I did something very similar above my daughter’s closet to hold all her purses. If you’d like to take a peek, go here:

    http://thehouseofwhimsy.blogspot.com/2008/08/organization-for-purse-aholicand-its.html

    Kudos on a great job!
    M.L.

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  60. Amanda @ Ninth Street Notions says

    March 31, 2012 at 4:24 am

    These turned out super cool. Congrats on a fabulous success!

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  61. Stacey says

    March 31, 2012 at 9:33 pm

    Cassie,
    You rock my (inpiration) world! I love this idea as well as the red chevron panels! I am definately featuring you on Tuesday – thanks for linking up!
    Stacey of Embracing Change

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  62. Junky Vagabond says

    April 1, 2012 at 1:47 am

    Loving all the pinterest pipe projects, and this one is just perfect! Love when a creative, budge-friendly solution can be found.

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  63. Beth says

    April 1, 2012 at 8:23 pm

    I love your pipe rods, and the curtains are perfect too! Funny that I found your blog via Finding Fabulous on Friday afternoon, and you found me about the same time:)! I’m a new follower, and I’m excited to see what you are up to next! Cheers!

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  64. Lauren @ My Wonderfully Made says

    April 2, 2012 at 11:50 am

    What a great idea! I love the way you used the pipe for that difficult dormer window.

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  65. Samantha says

    April 3, 2012 at 2:15 am

    You have amazing style and talent! Want to link up to another party??? I hope so- I found you at Five Days Five Ways. Tonight I am hosting “Cowgirl Up” and it is a linked linky, share your post once and it appears on 4 awesome blogs. Hope you’ll come party with us!!
    🙂 Samantha @ Crafty Texas Girls
    http://www.craftytexasgirls.com/2012/04/cowgirl-up-9.html

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  66. Emily @ 52 Mantels says

    April 4, 2012 at 3:11 pm

    Your house has the BEST window treatments!! I love these!! I’m featuring later today!!

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  67. Carrie says

    April 5, 2012 at 6:56 pm

    That looks SO GOOD!!! Pinning it for sure, and featuring on my Facebook page today. XOXO!

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  68. I'm Busy Procrastinating says

    April 16, 2012 at 2:06 am

    The curtain rods are perfect. I love anything industrial! And the character pillows are so cute!

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  69. Waseem says

    May 23, 2012 at 12:22 pm

    Beautifully done…like the curtain.

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  70. kathy {opposite of grey} says

    May 25, 2012 at 5:10 pm

    Hi Cassie! Can you tell me how wide across the smaller window is? The one you were able to use the 54″ panel cut in half to make 2 panels. I am wanting to use the same fabric or something similar which is also 54″ across and am hoping I could get away with two 27″ panels on my son’s window for some cost savings! Let me know, thanks! 🙂

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    November 14, 2012 at 9:10 am

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  73. ErinO says

    March 30, 2013 at 5:47 pm

    I clicked on my blog “stats” tab, just out of curiosity (I think I have done this once before) and found quite a bit of traffic was coming from your blog, where you linked my boys’ curtain rod! Haha. Glad it worked so wonderfully for you! The curtains look fabulous. Blog on.

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  74. ErinO says

    March 30, 2013 at 5:49 pm

    Oh, and I have since added a loft-style bunk bed that looks to be pieced together with just 2×4’s, adds tremendously to the “Industrial” feel of the room.

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