For one blinds aren t as attractive.
Make roman shades from mini blinds.
Also mary elayne from we can make anything needed to use roman shades because curtains would have been a fire hazard above her stove.
Supplies needed for homemade diy window shades.
With a little bit of handiwork your window is modernized.
My favorite diy roman shade is revamping a bland mini blind into a décor wise roman shade.
Many times i ve considered making my own but every time i look at the directions i felt too intimidated to try.
Materials fabric facing and lining mini blinds white or off white is best.
Look for a fabric in the home decor section of a fabric store which tends to stock these heavier fabrics.
Fabric see measuring notes below and in video mini blind that covers window we use cordless here and recommend that fabri tac fabric glue.
1 b c you re tying the slats on instead of attaching with glue when the shade has a backing on it tying seems to work better than glue.
Mydailycuppa mini blind roman shade.
2 large buttons these need not match they are just used in assembly.
Learn how to make this easy and affordable fabric roman shade from inexpensive mini blinds in this step by step tutorial.
We also have a large selection of mini blinds if you re feeling inspired.
There are many different reasons people opt for roman shades instead of curtains.
I ve always loved the look of roman shades.
I like a couple of things better about this diy roman shade from mini blinds than other tutorials.