Drapery upcycle

Kim Leif
by Kim Leif
I have three windows of black out drapery. Does anyone have any upcycle ideas for me?
  7 answers
  • Glaynebaker Glaynebaker on Nov 29, 2015
    They are a blank canvas; what do you want to do with them? What do you want to put on them? Use them as the background fabric for most anything then paint, embroider, decoupage them as the piece (pillows, throws, shower curtains, book covers, etc.) requires.
  • 9530106 9530106 on Nov 29, 2015
    Do you have a picture? Are they a print with a blackout lining?
  • Joline Cosman Joline Cosman on Nov 29, 2015
    Have you replaced the drapes on the window??? I am gonna be the jerk here and suggest you put them on Craigslist. Either for sale, or free. Why? Because fabric is expensive, and I feel someone could use them for their windows !! That IS up-cycling ! I know this isn't the answer you want. I am all for up-cycling !!! Honest ! And I have to say I cringe at the thought of cutting those curtains !!! People who need them are usually working nights to make ends meet. That's all I have..... Sorry. :)
  • Barbara Halsey Barbara Halsey on Nov 29, 2015
    some drapery fabric is great for upholstery on stools or small chairs
  • Jeanette S Jeanette S on Dec 01, 2015
    If you have a deck or patio, you can construct a privacy screen from them.
    • Kim Leif Kim Leif on Dec 01, 2015
      Thanks, we are moving, that's why I don't need the drapes any longer. That a good idea for the new patio.😊
  • Snapoutofit Snapoutofit on Dec 02, 2015
    since you are moving, is there a room or a focal point wall that you would want to use the fabric to cover the wall? Maybe you have a collection of white plates, or red plates that you want to showcase; by adding a color to the background they would really pop. It is done by using liquid fabric starch ----You can take it down (seasonal?) http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/how-to-make-removable-fabric-w-74483
  • Kim Leif Kim Leif on Dec 06, 2015
    Thanks so much.