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Hang ‘Em High Curtain Advice

by on Apr 9, 2009

Curtain hanging can become such a dilemma that some of us just give up and opt for blinds.

This Young House tackles the problem in the bedroom of eight year old, Olivia. As you can see, the trio of windows combine to make an architectural statement that you wouldn’t want to cover up behind drapes. However, a girl needs her privacy.

created at: 2009-04-09

To maintain the view, a set of Ikea curtains were hung high above and to the right and left of the window. This gives the illusion of a larger window while the view out the window into the lush green woods is intact.

There’s a handy measuring tutorial right here and also check out the before and after posts of Olivia’s entire bedroom makeover.