14 February, 2010

Back Tab Drapes Tutorial

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I have another pair of drapes which have tab on the back. I found these blue drapes at the Thrift Shop. Since I have the sheers on the same pole, I didn't want to use rings in the blue drapes. I have another pair of drapes which have a tab on the back, as opposed to the top. I though that would work for these. This is how I created tabs on the back.


I already had this wide ribbon and I purchased a tube of E-6000 glue.


I cut six pieces of ribbon just a little longer than the top of the drapes.


I glued them on the back over where the pleats were. Leave some space for the pole to go through.






Just slide them on a drapery rod. Voila! No need to buy rings.
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20 comments:

  1. The Quintessential MagpieFebruary 14, 2010 at 11:48 PM

    Great tutorial, Karen! That's a great idea! :-)

    Happy Valentine's Day! Hope it was lovely...

    XO,

    Sheila :-)

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  2. The Quintessential MagpieFebruary 14, 2010 at 11:48 PM

    P.S. Did you do your tea yet???

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  3. Diann @ The Thrifty GrooveFebruary 15, 2010 at 12:31 AM

    Great quick ans easy do it yourself "thrifty style"! Love it.

    Happy blue Monday!

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  4. xinexFebruary 15, 2010 at 12:33 AM

    Very clever idea, Karen! Thanks for sharing...Christine

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  5. LVFebruary 15, 2010 at 12:38 AM

    A great idea and showing for today. I will have to leave that kind of job with you. I have no talent for any kind of sewing.

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  6. KathyFebruary 15, 2010 at 1:34 AM

    That is such a good idea Karen. Thanks for sharing it with us.

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  7. Treasia SteppFebruary 15, 2010 at 4:59 AM

    What a great idea. Why the heck hadn't I thought of this one? LOL.

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  8. DebbiedoosFebruary 15, 2010 at 7:00 AM

    That is a great idea!~ Now if only I could make curtains LOL!!~

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  9. SmilingSallyFebruary 15, 2010 at 8:13 AM

    Now THAT's thinking! Thanks and Happy Blue Monday!

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  10. Chubskulit RoseFebruary 15, 2010 at 8:22 AM

    very practical, thanks for sharing.

    Pre-Valentine Date

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  11. Becky K.February 15, 2010 at 8:28 AM

    Aren't you creative!
    Love this!

    I took photos for your Bedroom Meme but wasn't happy with any of them.

    I'll keep trying and maybe one of these weeks....

    I am just back from a very cold walk with the dogs and am enjoying the Blue Monday list!

    Becky K.

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  12. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeFebruary 15, 2010 at 10:07 AM

    The drapes look fabulous and such a good tutorial. Hugs, Marty

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  13. jeanneFebruary 15, 2010 at 11:26 AM

    Hi Karen, I love your thrifty purchase. The drapes are lovely. The tab idea is terrific. I have used 5000 glue before but I didn't think about gluing fabric. Thanks for the tip.
    Hugs, Jeanne

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  14. MariceFebruary 15, 2010 at 2:45 PM

    awww thanks for the great tip! :)

    u may view mine here

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  15. ❀~Myrna~❀February 15, 2010 at 4:09 PM

    Great idea !
    Happy Blue Monday !
    Blessings,
    ~Myrna

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  16. ♥ KathyFebruary 15, 2010 at 5:04 PM

    How neat! Happy Blue Monday

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  17. joyh82February 15, 2010 at 7:53 PM

    What a great tip, thanks and they look very nice. Have a great week!

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  18. CarolFebruary 15, 2010 at 7:55 PM

    So clever! Have a wonderful week!

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  19. Bargain Decorating with LaurieFebruary 15, 2010 at 10:22 PM

    BRILLIANT! laurie

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  20. AnonymousFebruary 16, 2010 at 5:49 PM

    Clever! Happy Blue Monday!

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