7 CURTAIN MISTAKES that can make your home look AWFUL 

*NEW video* on some bedroom decorating mistakes you might be making and how to fix them: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-HUrJLaZzMRg.html

Why not once in a while show a home that "most" people have? Not everyone lives in a vaulted ceiling macmansion. What about a 1970's standard 3-bedroom ranch?

I have never been a fan of this look where the curtains pool at the floor. They never struck me as being romantic but rather just plain ole messy.

Great tips! I follow them all, but you forgot one: A lot of people have small windows that aren’t very wide. A common mistake is not hanging the curtains far out enough. Mounting the curtains much wider than the windows will make the window look larger. Thank you for your great videos! I really look forward to them. ❤️

No curtains pooling or grazing the floor! I was cleaning my floors, I picked up my curtains from the floor and a giant spider was in it, it hit me in the face!!! I almost had a heart attack, no no never again! It took me hours to calm down!

I love your videos, Christine, and I think you are so talented with decor. However, I have to say that I don't think there are necessarily 'mistakes' in how one decorates. Everyone's taste is different and your home should be cozy and pleasing to you. For example, I really dislike curtain rods that are hung several inches above the top of the window. Don't like the look of that gap. And I hate curtains that puddle on the floor - a cleaning nightmare! Most of my curtains are made from sheets, which are much cheaper than actual curtains and are custom to my tastes. I also have a window where my couch is partly under it, so curtains to the floor would not work. My point is - decorate your home how YOU love it and if it makes you happy, there are no mistakes. ♥ Thank you for sharing your ideas. ♥

Interesting tips. I had the "gently puddle" drapes before. Here's what I remember. Chic for a day. Then dust bunny collector. Fave bed for kitty. Difficult to vacuum around. Since then I'm more practical, with clean white moldings and top-down, bottom-up cellular shades. I got the newer S-curved vertical for door wall, and they are amazing! Hang with no gaps.

THE FIRST VIDEO THAT COVERS EVERYTHING!!!! Not just width and length! THANK YOU!!!

My most favorite curtains I ever had were actually tablecloths from Zellers years ago . A buttery yellow the same color as the wall with rose florals. The length was perfect with clip on rings! They looked so professional but so easy!

I personally get creeped out at the idea of my curtains touching the floor so grazing and pooling are a no go for me. I like a healthy 1-2 in from the floor. That way I know if there is a spill or something, nothing is going to touch the curtains

Remember one thing , your drapery from the exterior of your home should look as nice as the interior . So when you choose coloured drapery you should line with a neutral or pick a neutral blind or neutral shutters . There is nothing that’s looks so unprofessional as pink in one window and orange in another etc . A retired drapery professional .

From someone who worked for years in a high end drapery dept. 1) Drapes should always be 2-3 times the width of the window, except in the case of pinch-pleat drapes which are naturally fuller. You should allow for 12 inches on either side of the window for "stack back" to the entire window is on display when the drapes are open. You should NEVER tie your drapes in a knot in the middle as it simply looks "trashy" or childish. Use tie backs, hold-backs, even simple ribbon can make a nice tieback. Drapes should not be mounted at the top edge of the window frame, but higher to draw the eye up. They should graze the floor or be no more than 1/2 to 1 inch off the floor. (1/2 in better for tile, 1 inch acceptable for carpet) Puddling is fine, IF... you have no children or pets. Otherwise, you'll find drapes become "hiding" or sleeping places. Shorter curtains are best for windows with issues below them (radiators, air vents, counters) or in kitchens, but even then, the drapes should ALWAYS extend 1-2 inches BELOW the window sills. Drapes also help INSULATE your windows which is important in really cold or really hot climates. Sheers can ALWAYS be used behind drapes but should be the same length as the drapes. NEVER longer or shorter! And remember, as they hang, your drapes WILL stretch (especially looser woven materials!), so take that into account. And if you DIY your own pinch pleat drapes.... learn to do it correctly and stop cheating with cheap-looking pleater tape. I learned to do this is 8th grade home ec. You can learn too!

Many thanks for this! I still have horizontal blinds that were all new throughout my home when I bought it 15 years ago. I want to replace them with drapes with sheers behind because I have neighbors on all sides, plus I live in the desert Southwest U.S. I'm glad you mentioned Home Depot, we don't have an IKEA nearby. I sent this video link to my email for future reference. I will hunt through your videos for more info on hardware and how to hang the drapery rods/sliders, etc. , or maybe you could do a video on that subject. You have the best DIY home decor channel on RU-vid - the most clear and concise delivery of information that gets to the point, with useful information! Cheers!

Your living room is absolutely beautiful omg!!!! ❤❤❤

I like to save my patterns for bedspreads and upholstery, while keeping the curtains neutral and blending with walls making small rooms look larger.

Many great tips! Not sure about the curtain rods so high above the top of the window though. Looks odd to me when the curtains are open, as if the window shrunk. Lol 😅

Just came across this vid, I really appreciate your tips. Thanks! I prefer neutrals as well and absolutely love your home. It looks as though it feels so peaceful and calming to come home to.

I agree, I came to this same conclusion years ago, but being a senior with physical limitations, my DYI days are sadly and considerably much more limited for from when I was younger ! And being 9f limited fixedincome, a DIY budget, with need of a handy person to hire. So although my curtains now are light and airy, which I personally prefer; are not my rod's location presently they are too low and my curtains would then be too short, I prefer a slight puddle for a more relaxed and romantic context. But I just live with it and enjoy these types of informational video's! And what I dream of,if I were able, I like natural tones and textures for accessories and nature inspired art, and organic natural materials and decor. Kind of a boho chic vibe, with some traditional pieces of furniture, offset with mixed eclectic pieces, an artsy, unique style.. Coordinated but not show room matchy, matchy or the stark modern minimalist look, like no one actually lives there, magazine photo shoot, that seems to be prevalent in these types of DIY sites. Relaxed, calm, intimate, cozy welcome home aura, I am still a free spirit, but now through the Holy Spirit, kind of rebel, go against the flow, color outside the lines, person; cultivated back in the Flower Children Movement of the late 60's and early 70's, but tempered with age and life! But I still dance to the melody of a different tune! Individualism, imaginative, and creativity are qualities, I tend to gravitate too. I am finding a very much the same trend, in these video's which is great if that is what you are comfortable with, but risk being a little redundant and repetitive when you watch as many of these decor video's as I do, I see the same trend in a slightly varied style each time. But I enjoy looking at them, because they are pretty to the eye. I just always have to break free for myself. But then I am trapped in a aged body, with a youth spark on the inside, hard to maneuver! Thankyou for sharing your beautiful home and kind spirit❣🙏 🤲🕊🤝🙌❤ All of God's best for you. Blessings ~ -|- < ": } ✌

Great tips. I have a quick question. In a smaller home Should your living room and dinning room have the same exact color and pattern drapes? I am remodeling my home. I was thinking that I should maybe go simpler in my dining room and a little more dramatic in my living room.

I'm so past all the do's and don'ts of decorating. I put up window treatments that make me smile and are situated that make it easy to clean the floor. I don't mean any disrespect, but we should decorate our home in a way that makes us feel comfortable and joyful. Too many houses have no character and look the same as everyone else's house.

I have always loved the puddle or grazing the floor. I've done this for years and when I got into staging and decorating I was thrilled to see this was a thing! It makes the room so much more luxurious and inviting. In my own home we have more of a modern rustic vibe but still love the luxury floor to ceiling [or moulding] curtain look. Thanks for your tips!

Your curtain advice is spot on Christina. And Ikea is my go-to for many options for longer panels too.

Good advice. I only have 2 rooms with curtains, both are bedrooms. Lace in mine which look great for a girly room, and a Roman shade in the guestroom! I have plantation shutters in all the other rooms.

Thank you for all the fabulous tips. I discovered the theory of hanging curtains only about 6 months ago. You are absolutely right. To low shrinks the room and so I moved them all about 2 Inches from ceiling and what a difference. It adds flow and symmetry. I am definitely a neutral girl, although my home now has a lot of color in it. I just bought new drapes for my bedroom. It's a beach theme room so walls are a Pacific blue color so, I chose a navy curtain with gold floral on it. It's one of those 5 piece sets. I was so mad when I got them. It's like the whole thing was sheer, the valances were different lengths and they had small rips and snags in them. Needless to say, they are being changed to a beautiful white floral sunblocking drape. Sorry for the long story, I just get so wound up over curtains. It's like what makes or breaks the room. Thanks again ❤

Great tips thanks! I've never really thought about how high the curtain rod should be and the amazing difference it makes!

My mom taught me to purchase the 2-4 panels per window! She made every curtain in all the windows except her formal living room. Love your living room styling!

I love the green floral draperies and the fact that there are enough windows to make them a major contributor to the whole look of that lovely room.

I like patterned drapes, never been good at choosing them. I have to say, your choice for your breakfast nook are, in my opinion perfect. The type of design, I would like to achieve, not everything patterned, but definitely a big, impact, without looking gawdy, tacky, assaulting. Well done, thank you for sharing what you know. I will be looking for drapes, here in the U.S.A., at Wayfair, IKEA, and HomeGoods.

Costco's also a great source for blackout curtains. I bought a set (2 windows) of attractive "linen" look blackouts for $29-beat anything I saw elsewhere, esp. for the price.

This is one of my biggest pet peeves. I notice curtains immediately upon entering someone's home. I also notice when people have their pictures hung too high on their walls. It's hard for me to not want to get a hammer out & rehang everything, lol.

I personally like shorter curtains that fall just below the window sill. It's practical and easy. My parents have long drapes in their living room and when it comes to drawing the curtains at night it's always an annoying process because right in front of the curtains are a table and a large armchair. The curtains are too large. For practical reasons I prefer shorter curtains....so much easier to manage. Less dust too.

I like how you get right to the point. Other designers waste my time with silly "cutesy" chit chat.

I found this video literally as I was finding curtains for my living room. I bought 2 pairs at HomeGoods to see how they would look in my space with the furniture. So this was perfect timing. It was as if my thoughts were heard and your video appeared to answer the questions I had. Thanks for all the helpful tips!!!!

Deb here. Another mistake is not allowing a wide enough rod. When you open your curtains, you want the curtain not covering most of your window.

Thank you! Very well done. I like how you break things down into steps and categories, have a good understanding of space and color, and have visual examples of good and not-so-good.! Excellent! I'm glad I bumped into your channel!

I do not agree with the ceiling to floor statement. This only looks good if the window goes all the way to the ceiling, or almost to the ceiling. Otherwise, it looks out of place to me having that big gap of wall halfway to the ceiling with no window under the top part of the drape. Looks goofy not elegant to me.

Thank you so very much. I couldn’t figure out what was missing in my window dressings. I usually get very light sheer panels, and sometimes when on sale I get lacy pattern panels. Unfortunately when I was very ill, people came to my house to help, because I was in the hospital for three months. All of my beautiful lace panel curtains (still in the package) disappeared. Don’t have the budget like I did back then, and I don’t shop at fabric stores anymore. I live in the Bishop Art’s Neighborhood of Oak Cliff in Dallas, Tx. When people committed “white flight “ many of our stores just disappeared. I used to love driving all over my old neighborhood (adjacent to Highland Park) and buy my supplies there. But I don’t do that anymore. Too bad my little old bones are showing more than my actual age, but your videos are extremely motivating. May the good Lord keep you and your loved ones healthy and safe. St. Jude pray for us in Jesus name, AMEN. God bless you darling, Mona

I enjoyed all your tips. Here are some of my thoughts. I used to make drapes professionally. My preferred length is about 1/2” to 1” off the floor. They hang better. They don’t get dirty from floor dust. Plus, over time they settle and stretch a little. I despise puddling drapes. They never hang the same from one panel to the next. Always fussy. Finally, you should not walk into a room and the first thing you notice are the window treatments. They should showcase the windows and view beyond and blend with the walls.

I really appreciate your help! Drapes and curtains are an issue for me

Silly me. I always thought curtains touching the floor meant the decorator was incapable of using a tape measure!

This is so helpful! I’m so glad I found your channel! We have moved into our first house and there is so much to be done. Such simple tips that make such a big difference!

These are great tips, thank you. I feel badly for people who don’t understand how to measure for window treatments as I was one of them and spent a lot of disappointed money. The rule of 2-1/2 - 3 times the width of the window makes all the difference, especially when they are closed. If, when closed, they look like a sheet or separate in the middle, there is not enough fabric and you will hate them every time you look at them. Buy all the fabric or curtains you need at the same time. Nothing is worse than running out of fabric or needing another pair of ready made, only to find they don’t match the initial product. Different runs in the factory will often produce colors that are ever so slightly off in shade or hue even thought the color number is the same. Better to have to take some product back than to run out. My pet peeve with ready made is buying several packages of curtains, only to find they differ in length, sometimes substantially enough to notice. Does anyone have suggestions on how to sew single panels together to eliminate the vertical hem between panels. After I hang the darn things, that’s all I see when I look at them. Enough palaver from me.

I have beige curtains with black pole right up to the ceiling. Still to put up 2nd set for other side of living room and the difference is just wow 😊 new subscriber

I hate puddling. So tacky snd dirty looking

Thank you so much for your wisdom. I'm currently building and I'm up to organising blinds, curtains etc.😊

On point number one, lots of times I have to have something in front of the window, so for the curtain to be trapped behind the furniture is problematic.

Watch until the end. My info "idea light" didn't kick in until 13:00 and there is a TON of great thoughts to keep in mind throughout the entire video. Thank you @TheDIYMommy! Excellent break down and thoughts.

I'm installing drop cloth drapes to help with energy costs in our home. We're rural and never needed the windows covered but I am so floored how cozy they make the space feel. Hanging then "high and wide" has been amazing. Great tips! Going to subscribe now.

This is extrenely helpful. I close on a modest condo today and needed advice on how to address curtain needs for 2 bedrooms and a livingroom patio door. I now have a better understanding of a few issues. Also subscribed so I can enjoy more of your videos. You explain things so very clearly! (former educator here).

Waiting for someone to talk about curtain length with baseboard heaters. Thanks for sharing 🙏

You are a breath of fresh air. I was looking for advice and ideas because I'm redoing my living room and so many "do's and don'ts" videos come off so pompous and almost condescending and mean girl-ish. I appreciate you giving tips and advice without making people feel like they suck and have no style because they aren't a professional interior designer. Lol.

Hi, some great ideas and tips here. Your tips about mixing patterns was really helpful. One problem that we have here in the UK, is that we often have heating radiators under our windows. This is a problem if we want to hang full-length curtains, as the radiators will be on in the evening when the curtains are closed (in the winter) so the heat is prevented from entering the room. I've never found a decent solution to this, other than shifting the radiators, which is a major thing and not always possible. So we end up hanging short curtains which is a practical solution but looks awful. Any suggestions would be welcome. I already have plantation shutters as well as short curtains in the bedrooms, but need both to keep out security lights which everyone seems to have on all night (houses in the UK are generally squeezed up close together so neighbour's lights are shining into our windows...). I love the look of sheer white curtains but they never seem to look right in our wet and gloomy climate. However, one solution would be to have summer and winter curtains I suppose. One thing I've done to solve the too narrow problem is to buy two pairs of curtains, and sew each pair together along the length, or if you have two windows to cover, buy three pairs total, split one pair in half lengthwise, and sew a half-width to the other four curtains to make them wider.

I've bought Ikea linen curtains and had to trim them, but no matter what I do, I can't get the bottom edge straight (so now they're almost too short after all the adjusting). I especially struggle with the more loosely woven ones. I think it's not entirely my bad: it seems they are originally not cut / sewn evenly. Any suggestions? (Also, living in a rental, the only option I see is to hang the curtains on no-screw rods inside the window frame, below the blind rollers, which looks worse than anything you've shown here.)

I appreciate you sharing this information and I will definitely be less stressed now about buying new curtains for my Living room. I get anxiety when I go to look and usually buy something that did not work at all for my space! Everything you talked about I have done. Buying curtains is very confusing and I hate trying to do it alone. Finding the style, weight, measurements. Rods, if you need a sheer, if you want the rod to show, how many panels you need …… Thanks. I am watching again.

I appreciate that you give advice that isn’t based on how “cheap” things look. Some of us don’t have 500$ for a high quality 6x10 rug. Simply aesthetic tips to make our place look out together

What do you suggest for length for windows that have a radiator cover under the window?

New subscriber here 👋 I love your tips and advice. Everybody’s taste is different - I have white plantation shutters and I love their clean lines and practicality for where I live.

I thought the information was great, I have a lot of trouble making up my mind on decorating and where to place things and what curtains to use. Thank you!

I am with you! I think curtains look best when start from the ceiling and they graze (or even pool a bit) at the floor. I loved the ones you used as an example - what a gorgeous room.

I really have to disagree with her on a few points - one I think it looks stupid - and I really mean stupid - to hang curtains halfway between the ceiling and the top of the window.. Either go up to the ceiling or stay at the top of the window. Also - there is nothing wrong with hanging curtain to just below the window sills. I used to live in a home that had furnace vents under each window at the floor. If I'd of hung curtains all the way down the air from those vents would have been blocked. I chose to hang my curtains about 4" under the windowsill, thus allowing free flow of air from the vents - also preventing the curtains getting dirty from the vents blowing on them.

Loved your tips...What do you think for super high ceilings, we have 25 foot ceilings in our great room with a row of 5 huge picture windows (facing into back yard), then a row of windows above that go almost to ceiling. I am considering ceiling to floor panels, but not sure!?! I don't want too formal of a feel, the house is transitional, my style trends to modern farm house but we've merged homes with my parents, who are traditional antique folks. So trying to blend this in the great room which is shared our most shared space and has their grand piano, and antique dining table with formal chairs and my overstuffed white couches :)

Good gracious! This is nothing but an ad for Ikea!

Very helpful tips. I’m curious about using just a valance alone and the do’s & don’ts when to use and not to use. Thanks for the video.

Great tips! I have the Henny Rand curtains from IKEA, there's 4 panels but I find they don't hang well, maybe too heavy, they're 100% cotton. They just skim the floor so maybe if I brought them up about 1" they'd hang better?

Thanks, this was very so helpful. I made many of the mistakes you mentioned the first time I decorated my living room 14 years ago but we are getting new lighter-colored furniture so I am getting a second chance! I have a pair of windows that flank my fireplace and the media niche above it, I was wondering what you recommend as far as the curtain rod placement outside the window well itself in inches. Maybe add 8 -10 inches or so if I have them open from the center of each window? Conversely, I could add those inches to the right for the right-sided window and to the left for the left-sided window. to define the room a little since we have an open-concept living/breakfast/kitchen area. I am so not good at this!

I live in Canada where we get really cold winters and so heaters are always placed right beneath the windows as they're the source of cold infiltration.... so I can't really let my curtains go to the floor without creating a fire hazard. Any solutions for that?

Do you suggest floor length curtains with baseboard heating?

Thank you. Very helpful since I am ready to put up some drapes right now.

Why do my curtains need to have a relationship with my floor anyways ? I mean living things can't even form a relationship, why must my curtains and floor . I think it's a matter of budget and taste .

Interesting advice and look mounting your curtains closer to the ceiling. Have you ever considered or played with adding some type of wall decor in between this space of the rod and the actual window where it would sit behind the curtain? And if so do you have any examples?

Great tips, I know I've made a few of those mistakes but am rendering them as I change things. Thanks Christina!

I got rid of the damn curtains & put in lovely plantation shutters! Well worth the investment. With my cat, curtains that puddle on the floor ( which pick up dirt & pet hair) are just another kitty cat sleeping bag!

I prefer neutral. I do love the black & white curtains in your dining room though. You are so good at what you do. I love your videos.👏

Long curtains do look better. However, living in UK, if you have central heating radiators, they are almost always sited under windows. This means longer curtains when closed, cover radiators keeping expensive heat next to windows . Only solution is short curtains

If you are going to add crown moulding, I would highly recommend finding a master craftsman that can put in plaster moulding. We have had both wood and plaster. Never a problem with the plaster but constantly had joint separation issues with wood. Yes, you will pay more for plaster but wow, the craftsmanship is incomparable

Thank you, Christina. I enjoyed how you laid out the wrong way it’s being done vs. the correct way to do it. I’m hoping to transform my father’s house room by room-they all have window sill length vertical blinds and he’s being a “lil” stubborn. 🤦🏽‍♀️ Thank s again!

Another issue is buying the wrong size curtain pole for the weight of your curtains. Thin Poles can bend under the weight of a heavy curtain. IKEA is ok for budget curtains but you cannot beat a pair of made to measure curtains made by a talented seamstress who has seen it all before and can advise you on what will suit your taste , budget and be practical for your requirements. It can cost less than you think and you will get a pair of curtains which will last way way longer than off the shelf curtains. I love English country style with all the mixes of colours and florals but each to their own. Just because you like something which is not "en trend" that doesn't make it tasteless. Homes would be very boring if we all chose beige and white.

Thank you for this💕. If you don’t mind me asking, what colors are on your living room wall?

I love mixing and matching patterns, like if I have a gray, white and pink flowered sofa (I don't), I would look for a striped or checked fabric with the same colors. Makes the room look like you hired an interior designer!

The examples shown for the perfect hanging curtains are all shown on huge almost hotel like luxury room. Of course they do look more grand as they are featured in a grand room. However, if your bedroom was small for example, would you really want huge curtains from top to bottom drowning the room with all that fabric? I understand that you wouldn't want the effect to be a flat sheet when then curtains are close, however, if you're double up the size or more to ensure lots of pleats are visible when open, then consider this will reduce the light coming into the room as the sides will be bunched up fabric.

Curtains are somehow being underestimated and somehow neglected but they can add up more quality to the house value if used and designed properly. This is a catch! ❤❤

Wow!! Thank you for this video. I’m ready to add curtains too our home. I was uncertain on how too proceed until this video

Love long curtains but have base heating that cannot be covered.

Depending in where your heating/ac vents are also determines how long your drapes can be. You can't have drapes covering vents when heat is on as it can cause a fire.

In the picture you showed the shorter curtains were NOT a mistake. If they hit the floor, the person would not be able to close them properly since there is a desk at the window. With them being window sill length they can completely slide closed. Functionality always superimposes aesthetics.

I enjoy a calming space. So, I go for the neutral look, so beige's, whites, greys, with a light pop of color like a lavender or a turquoise or berry or the analogous look, but mostly in washed out colors. My husband on the other hand is all about black and tan. I also like the farmhouse look, where your walls are mostly white/off-white, but with black fixtures (door hinges, knobs, wrought iron stuff for the fire place OR AS the fireplace as a wood stove). It seems really New England to me. I don't like pooling. It makes me feel frumpy. Black out curtains are a MUST is the bedroom. I had to buy fabric from a store online instead of going to a place like Walmart to get the black out curtains, because their curtains do not black out anything. Also, I like to pair high mounted, wide mounted, and low profile (meaning closest to the wall as possible), with black out curtains, to maximize the black out ability. If you have a baby that doesn't want to take a nap, ANY light coming in will draw their eye right to that crack of light and in my case, they will not go to sleep. Anyway, I enjoyed your video. Thank you for linking some resources.

If curtains are to short you can add different color fabric to the top or bottom to add length. If they are not wide enough again add fabric to the sides. Just make sure, when you add the fabric it is large enough to balance the curtains out. 🙂

Love your channel. You don’t have to include “in my opinion” in your explanation. We assume when we are on your channel that you are giving us your opinion. Thanks for all the great tips

Of all the pros and cons brought out, here is one I haven't yet seen pointed; personal safety. Drapes that puddle or just "skim" the floor, for those that have mobility issues, be they young or old present a serious safety hazard. Sneakers with the rubber around the edge can easily tangle you up quick. High heels likewise. For me, it was my toenails that were too long and caught on a small snag I didn't see. I almost pulled the curtains down in the resulting fall. So much for the puddled "romantic" look. (No pun intended.) LOL

Really enjoyed your video! Thanks for all the great tips! I plan to add curtains or valances to 3 windows in a bedroom that has roller shades. I need to soften the look. One concern I have with full length curtains is one (of the 3) window has the headboard again the window (don't really have other option for bed) - between the bed and night stands curtains seem to me, would be crowded. I'm considering valances since I already have roller shades, and don't really need the privacy. Any thoughts on valances in a bedroom? I'll check out some of your other videos. Thanks! Tina

Sheer/semi-sheer are fine if you just want a little privacy but need lots of light in the room. I had them in my last home and whenever i took the down to wash them, the room seemed way too dark - light shining through sheer semi-sheer can really brighten a room. RULE #8 DRAPERY MISTAKE - getting drapery based on what someone online is saying is the way to go and not getting something you like because someone on line tells you it is wrong, Actually that applies to everything as everyone's taste is different, example I could never live in your home, your kitchen would drive me nuts and it is soo different than my kitchen, you most likely would not like my kitchen, but I love it

Thank you for the informative video and information where to purchase longer curtains. Very helpful😊

I feel so lucky 🥰 I hang my curtains as I want without thinking about any other peoples opinion 😊😊😊 try it, it works 😂

What if you have a short window that looks like a standard window turned sideways? Could you still have a long curtain closer to the ceiling? My window is 60" wide X 36" tall. It is 47" from the floor. I like the complimentary look to the space.

Great advise! Just wondering if you can do a video on windows treatments if you don’t like or can’t have curtains?

I forgot to mention that I have used patterned flat bedsheets for my windows. It’s very handy!

Just today I had a drapes fiasco. I normally have a modern minimalistic monochromatic home. Neutrals like light mocha and champagne. I ordered floral drapes for a change but they were all wrong: I tried them and no. No no no. Returned them and ordered a solid color with a bit of sheen to go with sand-textured walls. This has worked in the past and I like it. Can’t wait for them. The floral was too traditional and didn’t go with my home or my personality. Your video is helpful and I love the blues and greens together!

I love when curtains touch the floor but ideally I like them an inch or two off the floor so it’s easier to clean and don’t have to worry about anything Our windows and walls are so high but I’m hoping to get new ones soon, the person that put the rod made it high however it’s not long enough it finishes before the wood shelf on the window and only has one curtain so it doesn’t look as great closed, and not my style, it’s grey semi blackout with sheer white panel and large rings visible hopefully can get some new neutral earthy blackout linen curtains more my style that match closer to the wall but still stands out, soon maybe for my birthday

Agreed 🎉 I use Ikea curtains then if suitable, add a quality drawback, from Home Goods and it looks great. Plus ceiling high is a must. Great advice 😊 thanks.

I prefer curtains that hit the bottom of the window! I also hang blinds and only a valance. I think it makes the room look larger!