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Roman Shade Tutorial - Made from Cheap Mini Blinds

Roman shades can be expensive. You can make your own from cheap mini blinds. Plus, you can use your favorite fabric!
Active Time1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time1 hour 30 minutes
Course: DIY Projects
Yield: 1 Roman Shade
Author: Patti Estep
Cost: $20

Equipment

  • Scissors

Materials

  • Mid-weight Fabric
  • Cheap Mini Blinds
  • Fabric Glue

Instructions

  • Cut your fabric to size adding 4 inches to the width and 6 inches to the length for hems.
  • Lay flat and fold over 2 inches on each side and press.
  • Then fold over 2 inches on the top and bottom and press. Set aside.
  • Lay the mini blind fully open on a large, flat surface.
  • Carefully cut the ladder strings.
  • Pop off the plugs located on the bottom rod and set aside.
  • Pull out the pull cord and cut off or untie the knot.
  • Cut the cords to the length you desire.
  • Tie a knot back in the cord and replace the plugs.
  • Decide how many folds you want, usually between 7-10 folds.
  • Pull off unwanted slats.
  • Place the bind on the wrong side of the fabric and measure the distance between the slats.
  • Turn each slat over and run a line of fabric glue on the rounded side.
  • Flip over and set into place.
  • Glue hems to top and bottom rods. 
  • Let dry overnight.
  • Hand and enjoy!
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