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From the lens How to Make A Roman Shade.

  • JGracey May 25, 2012 @ 9:08 am | delete
    I like their simplicity a lot. I made a couple for my Aunt's bedroom but found the hardest thing was making sure the slat pockets were straight all the way across and that the ties were all the right length. I used long wide plastic strips instead of dowells (home building supply has those) cause they are lighter weight. I thought the idea for turning quilts into Roman shades was awesome! I have some vintage quilts - I might have to try it.
  • KimGiancaterino May 12, 2012 @ 5:53 pm | delete
    Yes, I think they're very pretty.
  • HeatherB May 8, 2012 @ 4:13 am | delete
    Roman shades are so easy to make. I have them all around the house for the privacy that they provide as well as the decoration effect.
  • tina May 6, 2012 @ 7:13 am | delete
    Love this site
  • aishu19 Apr 9, 2012 @ 12:38 am | delete
    I have seen Roman Shades at homes but never knew one could make them on their own. What a great way to save money
  • Formosangirl Sep 29, 2011 @ 8:09 pm | delete
    Thanks. I am hoping to make some soon.
  • BJOLLEY Jul 27, 2011 @ 1:10 pm | delete
    Great instructions on making your own Roman Shade. I was wondering how difficult it would be to make my own. I recently purchased my roman shades online through Blinds Chalet. After comparing material costs to just purchasing online, I realized I wasn't going to save much by doing it on my own. So I ordered through them. I am very happy with the look. http://www.blindschalet.com/window-shades/romanshades.html
  • Philippians468 Apr 14, 2011 @ 3:30 am | delete
    such a great idea! thank you for sharing this! cheers
  • joanv334 Feb 4, 2011 @ 6:35 am | delete
    Hello, thanks for sharing!
  • lasertek Nov 8, 2010 @ 8:46 pm | delete
    Nice! I would love to put this up in our room.
  • scar4 Oct 23, 2010 @ 10:03 pm | delete
    Very informative lens and a great tutorial. Those shades look nice. Thank you for sharing.
  • CherylK Oct 17, 2010 @ 10:17 am | delete
    I'm making roman shades for my daughter. I have a pattern but decided to google for additional information. Your lens came up on the first page! Good information. Loved that video on the roman shade orbs and will definitely use that tip. So thanks...great lens. Favorited, Thumbs Up and lensrolled!
  • allmysonsmoving Oct 8, 2010 @ 12:37 pm | delete
    Thanks for this post, I was always curious as to how to create a roman shade. They always look so nice in peoples houses that I visited in the past, now I will have great roman shades that the neighbors will be envious when they see mine thank you so much for the post again.
  • mcochs Oct 7, 2010 @ 7:27 pm | delete
    I really want to try making one-thanks!
  • BodhidharmaCharma Sep 21, 2010 @ 10:51 am | delete
    These roman shades would be great for my sunroom! thanks for putting this up!
  • Decorate23 Sep 17, 2010 @ 8:21 am | delete
    Roman shades are a beautiful and classis window treatment. Great information here.
  • a2zof Sep 16, 2010 @ 11:04 am | delete
    A great lens and some information about Roman Shades.
  • cyshuqian10 Jun 1, 2010 @ 1:15 am | delete
    yes, I think so, it is very interesting,copper clad aluminum
  • a_willow Nov 4, 2009 @ 9:50 am | delete
    Excellent lens and great tips! Blessed by an Angel!
  • Barbara Jul 22, 2010 @ 11:35 am | delete
    Thanks glad you enjoyed the lens
  • susannaduffy Oct 18, 2009 @ 5:20 pm | delete
    An excellent lens! I wish I'd seen it before I spent a small fortune on buying my Roman Blinds. Blessed by an Angel today (squidoo.com/october-blessings)
  • Barbara Jul 22, 2010 @ 11:37 am | delete
    Thanks and I am glad to hear you found some informative information
  • Czarque Feb 9, 2009 @ 6:33 am | delete
    Great lens - I'm going to favourite it for future reference!
  • Barbara Jul 22, 2010 @ 11:37 am | delete
    Thanks look forward to you returning to my lens
  • beachbum_gabby Dec 2, 2008 @ 9:55 pm | delete
    nice information and tips! Thanks for sharing.
  • d-artist Oct 15, 2008 @ 7:03 am | delete
    great lens and info! 5*s
  • Barbara Jul 22, 2010 @ 11:38 am | delete
    Thanks for the 5*s.
  • SemperFidelis Sep 21, 2008 @ 3:17 pm | delete
    Hi Ladybird,
    I would be honored to have this roman shade lens in our new How-To group: www.squidoo.com/groups/everything-how-to
    You're officially invited! ~Colleen :o)
  • Mortira Sep 2, 2008 @ 2:27 pm | delete
    Great lens! Thank you for all of the great information. I've been wanting to make winter coverings for my windows since the caretaker installed extra curtain rods over the blinds. Now I know how! Thanks again! 5 big stars.
  • beachbum_gabby Jul 1, 2008 @ 10:29 pm | delete
    I love Roman Shades, we have one that made of wood. Great job and great lens!
  • AndyGold Jun 21, 2008 @ 10:05 am | delete
    I love to make and save money, even if I won the lottery tomorrow, I'd still drive an economical car, make, do and mend as I always have. This lens, has given me a new project to do. No doubt, my family and I (wife & 5 kids), will have much fun and quality time together making our own unique Roman style shades.
  • jzorro May 17, 2008 @ 3:52 pm | delete
    Great lens! I've learned something new today! Thanks for sharinf this information.

    Mike Geary
  • ShortSaleRealtor May 16, 2008 @ 2:59 pm | delete
    great lens hi 5 to you
  • Evelyn_Saenz Apr 22, 2008 @ 8:30 am | delete
    What a great lens! 5 stars and Favored!
    The Purple Gallinulesloved your lens so much that they are sending you some virtual Rain Drops to fall gently on your garden.
  • bdkz Apr 12, 2008 @ 6:27 pm | delete
    Great idea! I gave you 5 Stars and a Squid Angel Blessing!
  • gods_grace_notes Apr 2, 2008 @ 1:01 pm | delete
    I love Roman shades too... your lens is exactly what everyone needs to make their own, and save lots of money by doing it themselves!
    Great job on a great home dec item... and Welcome to Connie's Craftaholics Club!
    Connie
    : )
  • SemperFidelis Mar 20, 2008 @ 6:17 am | delete
    @Ladybird, I've used this lens to make a Roman Shade, now I have the ability to bless it! Blessed by a Squid Angel today! :o
  • DraperyMary Mar 19, 2008 @ 10:18 am | delete
    Make sure you have measured for your roman shade before cutting anything! http://www.squidoo.com/howtomeasureforromanshade check out my lens for the complete guide.
  • beachbum_gabby Mar 19, 2008 @ 2:51 am | delete
    yes I do, we have it in our living room. Great lens by the way. Hope to see you again on my lens. :)
  • eaglesden Mar 12, 2008 @ 8:10 am | delete
    Hi LadyBird,
    Thanks for the very informative lens. Now that you have leveled the playing field anyone can have expensive looking window decor. Plus, since you are making your own you can pick out the material that will not only make your windows look expensive you can get material that will also compliment your unique light fixtures.
  • JaguarJulie Mar 11, 2008 @ 4:46 pm | delete
    Thank you so much for dropping by my LOTD lens, Jaguar Julie Lensography. I so appreciate that you took time to visit! I wish you the best on Squidoo! I love your profile pic found this to be a very informative lens. 5 stars!
  • janieruth Feb 13, 2008 @ 8:28 am | delete
    WOW! Great lens! I have been wanting to make Roman Shades for two rooms in my home. Thanks to this lens, I feel able to tackle the project! 5 stars all the way!
    janieruth
  • thomasz Feb 13, 2008 @ 1:32 am | delete
    Nice lens. Great info.
  • elishadavis Jan 7, 2008 @ 8:04 am | delete
    Amazing and inspiring lens. Very well presented and unique. I would like to share to you Credit Card Rewards Program at Reward Credit Card Site. Cheers! 5 stars for you!
  • AdriennePetersen Jan 4, 2008 @ 8:46 am | delete
    Interesting Lens! I don't sew but it makes me want to try! Thanks for visiting my How To Make Chocolate Fudge That Will Have Your Friends & Family Begging For More! Lens.
  • Dec 14, 2007 @ 1:48 pm | delete
    Nice lens, keep up the good work!
  • Vishenda Dec 5, 2007 @ 1:40 pm | delete
    Your lens has potential! its good to know how much effort you are willing to share just so you could extend
    new knowledge to people..keep it up darling!

    Vish from bad credit cards
  • Lakota429 Nov 25, 2007 @ 9:15 am | delete
    Great job! 5 stars and a lensroll! Come on over and see me.....Annie~
  • Aika Nov 11, 2007 @ 6:39 pm | delete
    well done lens, more helpful tips to learn from. Thanks!
  • SemperFidelis Oct 16, 2007 @ 3:08 pm | delete
    Great lens. I've bookmarked this lens for a future Roman shade project we have. Consider stopping by our Recycling lens if you have a moment. A 5 to you and bests regards.
  • Christopher_Scott Oct 12, 2007 @ 5:12 pm | delete
    Roman shades are cool, is there such a thing as an "American Shade?" . Come over to A DAY OF HOPE
  • tschier Oct 10, 2007 @ 8:13 pm | delete
    Great lens. I like to video on the orb.
  • eileena74 Oct 5, 2007 @ 10:26 am | delete
    great lens for creative peolple!thank you
    please visit my lens
  • Mickie_G Sep 26, 2007 @ 10:09 am | delete
    Well done!
  • Pierce_This_2 Sep 16, 2007 @ 6:06 am | delete
    Great money saving advise. How to measure a belly button ring
  • Doc_Holliday Sep 10, 2007 @ 11:02 am | delete
    This is an outstanding lens on roman shades. Well done, Ladybird.
  • tash72 Aug 28, 2007 @ 7:19 pm | delete
    You are a tallented lensmaster. Well impressed.
  • marasco2001 Aug 25, 2007 @ 9:54 pm | delete
    Great lens! Thanks for sharing your instructions. 5*s!
  • Quilteralice Aug 19, 2007 @ 2:10 pm | delete
    Great tips! Thanks for visiting my lens.
    Alice
  • ParrotMaster Aug 16, 2007 @ 1:26 pm | delete
    Thank you for visiting. 5 Stars for a very helpful lens!

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