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Wednesday, April 7, 2010

New Kitchen Curtains

Yes...I have been sewing up a storm here at Coastal Charm...I have finally found some fabric that I like for my kitchen curtains...got the fabric and off I went to sewing! My plans for the full length window was burlap panels with a band of the printed print at the bottom...but that didn't happen! Mr.CC went by on his way to work one day to pick up some more fabric and we found out that they were out...bad news was that they could not get anymore! I still need to make the curtain for the window that is located over the sink...maybe I will get around to that one after I finish planting all my flowers outside. I went to our local flea market on Saturday and went a little crazy buying new plants and trees...I think I will planting for a few days...it's one of my favorite hobbies!
I used my favorite rods...BAMBOO!
The bay windows were a little tricky trying to find some brackets that would work...our solution was found in the plumbing department. We bought these plastic brackets and painted them to match the wall color...not perfect, but they work!



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52 comments:

  1. DarleneApril 7, 2010 at 8:16 AM

    I love them! So bright and cheerful!

    I went a little crazy too buying plants for a new flowerbed that I want. Hubby talked to a neighbor and we will be borrowing his tiller. I'm so excited! Enjoy your day.♥

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  2. Creations By CindyApril 7, 2010 at 8:17 AM

    Ooh...I like a lot! Be blessed. Cindy

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  3. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeApril 7, 2010 at 8:21 AM

    Bright and cheery. Looks great. Love the chocolate walls. Hugs, Marty

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  4. DebbiedoosApril 7, 2010 at 8:22 AM

    Linda those are my colors, I love the print, and it is perfect for Spring and Summer! Nice job!~

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  5. Rustique Gal April 7, 2010 at 8:38 AM

    Pretty! New curtains are like new dresses-they really spiff up the house. I just got a new sewing machine and can now make a batch of curtains for myself. Happy Spring! Sherry

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  6. JannaApril 7, 2010 at 8:46 AM

    I love the fabric you used. It looks really good!

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  7. vintage girl at heartApril 7, 2010 at 8:52 AM

    Love these and the bamboo is just too kewl!!
    You really have a knack for using alternate items and making them so chic!!
    Love the floral print and of course the burlap!!
    And the chocolate walls..what is the paint color and brand?? My oldest daughter would love this color!
    Enjoy the sunshine!
    Blessings!

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  8. JulieApril 7, 2010 at 8:52 AM

    Love them. I have been really lovin fabrics with orange in them!

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  9. DebApril 7, 2010 at 9:14 AM

    I'm loving that fabric, it has many of my colors in it. I've been planting flowers this week too. As a matter of fact, they are calling me now. It's beautiful outside right now, I better get outside before the rain moves in.

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  10. raggygirlvintageApril 7, 2010 at 9:21 AM

    That's a very bright and cheery fabric!

    Have fun planting, I'm envious, I picked up my potting soil yesterday but it's still too cold in our neck of the woods!

    Tracey

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  11. KarenaApril 7, 2010 at 9:25 AM

    Busy bee, and great results! Fun & Bright toppers! Also love the neutral linens!!

    Karena
    Art by Karena

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  12. AuroraSuzetteApril 7, 2010 at 9:29 AM

    So funny! I just posted my new curtains too! I however, took the lazy approach. That's a great brown on the walls, and I like the bold print! Says Spring, Fun!

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  13. Mandy from Burkett BlessingsApril 7, 2010 at 9:44 AM

    Love it!!! They just "pop" against your wall color!!! Beautiful job!
    ~mandy

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  14. UnknownApril 7, 2010 at 9:44 AM

    i love that print! so fun. great work!

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  15. ~ ReganApril 7, 2010 at 10:42 AM

    Ooh, what a vibrant pattern! Where can I find bamboo rods like those? That is such a neat idea!

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  16. Amanda LeeApril 7, 2010 at 10:45 AM

    Your fabric is really fun -- I like it! That's a bummer about not being able to get anymore of your fabric to add to the long panels. I would buy fun trims in two or three of the colors, maybe one of the trims could be a pom-pom fringe, and sew them to the leading edge of the long panels. That would tie it together, and keep the eye moving. That was a great solution for your brackets (it's going into my bag of tricks). What I usually advise for my clients is a hinged bracket with two female ends. The hinge allows any angle to be accommodated. The rods would be cut to size at installation so that it's perfect. You can order these brackets through any designer that sells draperies.

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  17. raggygirlvintageApril 7, 2010 at 11:19 AM

    Thanks for stopping by my blog today Linda:-)
    Tracey

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  18. DiannApril 7, 2010 at 11:39 AM

    They turned out great Linda! And they look jut perfect with the wall color!

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  19. VeronicaApril 7, 2010 at 12:50 PM

    Cute, love the colors.

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  20. AnonymousApril 7, 2010 at 2:48 PM

    Linda, what a wonderful project. I really LOVE your fabric choice. I also love the bamboo rods and the creativity you used in figuring out how to hang them. I also really like the side panels in the bottom two pictures. Very nice touches. Thank you for sharing on the boardwalk Bragfest!

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  21. BrendaApril 7, 2010 at 5:34 PM

    Linda I love that fabric. So cheery! You did a great job with the curtains and I think what you used to put them up is just right. Who would know that they were not made for that purpose. I would not have.

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  22. JaneApril 7, 2010 at 6:46 PM

    You are the crafty one!! Love that fabric, it is so fun with great colors. I also love how you improvised with the brackets....very smart!
    Jane

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  23. Tales From My Empty NestApril 7, 2010 at 7:31 PM

    Love your fabric and the bamboo rods are the greatest!!! Love & blessings from NC!

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  24. AnonymousApril 7, 2010 at 7:39 PM

    I am in love with that fabric! They look adorable.

    LeAnn

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  25. KimMalkApril 7, 2010 at 8:40 PM

    I really like the fabric you found, so bright and summery.

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  26. michelle b @ every little thing inspiredApril 7, 2010 at 10:20 PM

    hi linda, your curtains are so cheery and lovely!! good job!
    i would love you to pop over to my place and help me name my new girlie-sofa! she's in desperate need for a name and i have a little gift for the successful namer, too!! :)
    thanks so much!!

    http://missbblogs.blogspot.com/2010/04/new-girl-in-town_06.html

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  27. Morgan//Nuts and BowsApril 7, 2010 at 11:23 PM

    I LOVE these curtains! The print is too stinking cute!!

    ~Morgan

    Meet Virginia!
    Meet Virginia!
    Meet Virginia!

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  28. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleApril 8, 2010 at 7:06 AM

    Linda, that is the cutest fabric. Love the vivid colors against the brown paint.

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  29. JenniApril 8, 2010 at 12:21 PM

    Hi Linda~

    The fabric is bright and cheerful and looks wonderful with your mocha colored walls! Also, those floor length curtains are absolutely dreamy! I heart them! :)

    I wanted to let you know, I am having a giveaway on my blog, in case you want to enter it! :) Have a beautiful day!

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  30. debseverydayApril 8, 2010 at 9:33 PM

    Wow! I really like your blog! Thank you so much for stopping by mine! I especially love the bamboo rods! ~Deb

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  31. LauraApril 8, 2010 at 9:41 PM

    These look great. I love the fabric!!

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  32. AngieApril 8, 2010 at 10:22 PM

    I think they look awesome and perfect with the wall color!

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  33. Trista's BarnApril 9, 2010 at 5:22 AM

    Awesome colors. I am following you from New Friend Friday at The Girl Creative. Have a great weekend.
    ~Trista

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  34. Sissie's Shabby CottageApril 9, 2010 at 5:23 AM

    Bright, beautiful and happy, just like you!

    hugs
    Sissie

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  35. Hootin AnniApril 9, 2010 at 6:07 AM

    They look great...and I love the 'milk chocolate' covered wall coloring.

    Please, drop by my Show n Tell if you can find time. I'd love your company today.

    It's HERE

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  36. elizabethApril 9, 2010 at 9:41 AM

    Used to vacation frequently in Gulf Shores...love, love, love it! How awesome to live by that beautiful sea!!!

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  37. Mary Beth @ Live. Laugh. Make SomethingApril 9, 2010 at 1:00 PM

    so cheerful! very well done. I hopped over from New Friend Friday and am so happy that I did! Hope to see you back at my place sometime soon when you get a moment. I have become a follower and hope that you will do the same. Happy Weekend!

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  38. ejmApril 10, 2010 at 6:30 AM

    I am jealous of the flower planting! Here In Ohio we have to wait another couple of weeks. 32 degrees here this morning. Love the curtains! what a wonderful pop of color.

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  39. TinaApril 10, 2010 at 9:03 PM

    I LOVE that fabric, and the bamboo? That is a wonderful idea!!

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  40. Carolyn @ My Backyard EdenApril 10, 2010 at 9:42 PM

    I love those bamboo rods! They look great!

    Thanks for linking up to Make it Yours day!

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  41. Gay VaughanApril 11, 2010 at 3:02 PM

    Linda, these are beautiful! Thank you for always coming to my party...you're the best! Hope to see you again.
    ~Gay~
    itsahodgepodgelife.blogspot.com

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  42. UnknownApril 11, 2010 at 9:21 PM

    Really cute curtains. Isn't it always better when it's handmade with your heart thrown into it.

    Hugs...Tracy :)

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  43. OliviaApril 11, 2010 at 10:40 PM

    I love the vibrant fabric! Good luck with your planting! I have been going with realistic fakes because I would rather be painting! If you get a chance check out my blog at http://shabbychictreasures.blogspot.com/ I am giving away a darling teapot for the month of April! Hugs, Olivia

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  44. UnknownApril 12, 2010 at 10:12 AM

    I just bought those little curtain ring, clipy things for my living room. Now, if I could just get the curtains done! lol Thanks for sharing this week at TGC. :)

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  45. Mandy BeyelerApril 12, 2010 at 6:47 PM

    that fabric sure has pop! I am having a link party tomorrow (Tuesday) and I'd love to see you there! www.craftedition.blogspot.com

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  46. UnknownApril 12, 2010 at 8:47 PM

    I love these! I need to do some curtain- creating... :)
    We have a Friday Fun Finds party- if you're interested, we'd love it if you'd link to this!

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  47. AnonymousApril 12, 2010 at 11:32 PM

    Amazing design! I am a big fan of kitchen curtains too since they can improve the design of the interior of the house. I usually shop from http://curtainchannel.com/kitchen-curtains.html so it would be great if you could do a review of their curtains too

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  48. Frugal Home DesignsApril 13, 2010 at 6:59 AM

    I love that fabric! How bright and cheery. It is inspiring me to make bolder choices with my fabric. It seems like I always tend to go safe, but look what you get when you don't. Thank you for coming by and joining the party.

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  49. I {heart} Nap TimeApril 15, 2010 at 10:34 PM

    How fun, these are super cute! Thanks for linking up at Sundae scoop! I'd love to see ya again this Sat!

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  50. DiannMay 1, 2010 at 6:21 PM

    Yup, I remember this post. such fun colors and they go perfect with your wall color!

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  51. Cathy~Mille FleurMay 1, 2010 at 7:11 PM

    Love these! I love all of the color and the pattern is so fresh and modern!

    Great re-post!

    Enjoy!
    Cathy

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  52. Chari at Happy To DesignMay 3, 2010 at 10:55 AM

    Hi Linda...

    Oooh...I love, love, LOVE your new curtains! What a talented lady you are, my friend! I think the valances you made with the beautiful vibrant flower fabric look fabulous with those pretty brown walls! And...I love the long burlap panels! You did such a great job!!! BRAVO!!!

    Thank you so much for sharing this fabulous post with us for Sunday Favorites this week! So sorry that I'm just now getting by for a visit...I was out of town yesterday!

    Have a marvelous Monday, my friend!
    Chari @Happy To Design

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