Thursday, October 13, 2011

Tablecloth Transformation


I found this luxuriously rich lace tablecloth at a
yard sale this past summer.


This tablecloth almost looks handmade,
 with much depth and character. The feel of it
 is very weighty, (for lack of a better term).

It measured approximately 96" x 60" and the best
 part is that I only paid $1.00 for it.  (woo hoo!!!)


With care, I washed and bleached it out. Knowing
 exactly what I wanted to do...
  make lace curtains for my dining room.

 Today, when I went to visit my daughter, Shannon,
 We laid the tablecloth out on the floor,
 and cut it in half...


     Then, I had my oldest granddaughter,
    Ellen, help me by sewing the rod pockets
  and ruffle at the top.

Ellen is 17 and is becoming quite the
 seamstress.  She makes clothes for her
younger sisters, and sells very sweet dresses
 on her own blog:




  


I took them home and hung them up,


I love the soft light that filters in.



They have an lovely look and feel.

  These windows face east so that I get
 the morning light...


I am very pleased with the way they turned out.




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21 comments:

  1. LeahOctober 14, 2011 at 2:19 PM

    Beautiful!

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  2. Ann @ makethebestofthingsOctober 15, 2011 at 10:33 AM

    That is just beautiful! Well done. The light shining thru the lace is so pretty.

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  3. Rose Garden MalevikOctober 15, 2011 at 10:49 AM

    Just Lovely :)
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  4. Blissful & DomesticOctober 15, 2011 at 3:24 PM

    So pretty I love it as curtains. Thanks for linking up and sharing:>

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  5. KathleenOctober 16, 2011 at 12:19 PM

    That's lovely! I love how they look, nice and airy!
    Here from Seasonal Sunday.

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  6. Custom ComfortsOctober 16, 2011 at 1:56 PM

    Your curtains look so lovely and sweet. You must be very pleased with them and the soft look they give your windows. Newest follower.
    Cindy

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  7. KarimaOctober 20, 2011 at 2:13 AM

    What a great transformation - I love upcycling things too! Just been by your grandaughter's blog and ebay shop - I can't believe she is only 17 such an entrepeneur! Newest follower, Karima www.karimascrafts.com

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  8. JamiOctober 24, 2011 at 3:31 PM

    Beautiful curtains!!! So glad you linked up to the Tuesday To Do Party!
    Smiles!
    Jami
    www.blackberryvine.blogspot.com

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  9. Gayle Page-RobakOctober 24, 2011 at 8:27 PM

    Oh, wow!! $1.?? That is amazing and your curtains look elegant and beautifully created. Way to go!! I have joined your followers list and invite you to join my followers list; as well,Kathy, I hope you will grab a blog button. Hugs, Gayle
    http://atastefultouch.blogspot.com

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  10. MarieOctober 24, 2011 at 8:33 PM

    $1...that's awesome! Nicely done! Thanks so much for linking up with us at Show & Share! Can't wait to see you again on Wednesday!

    Marie
    mylilpinkpocket.blogspot.com

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  11. AnonymousOctober 27, 2011 at 11:36 AM

    Your project turned out so nicely. I love lace curtains and am hoping to see more of them in decor photos.

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  12. Heirloom treasuresOctober 30, 2011 at 8:56 PM

    How lovely and dreamy,clever girls. I am a new follower xx happy day

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  13. micheleOctober 31, 2011 at 7:00 AM

    perfect!

    michele

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  14. GenevaNovember 1, 2011 at 7:42 PM

    There is nothing as beautiful as lace on a window. Loved seeing your creative juices flowing... ":o)

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  15. Shabby chic SandyNovember 1, 2011 at 8:28 PM

    Looks beautiful!

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  16. Carol BennettNovember 2, 2011 at 4:22 AM

    Those look so nice!
    Carol in GA

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  17. concretenprimrosesNovember 9, 2011 at 8:03 PM

    Lovely! Lace curtains ahve always been a favorite of mine. Great use for the tablecloth.
    Kathy

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  18. Joyce - Quilted NestNovember 11, 2011 at 2:19 PM

    You're a gal after my own heart. I do this kinda thing too. Can't beat great old lace...

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  19. KathyNovember 13, 2011 at 4:10 PM

    They turned out beautiful. I love the look of white lace curtains!

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  20. DoniNovember 17, 2011 at 11:26 AM

    Wow...they're gorgeous! OK...now to hack a tablecloth in two....I mean delicately cut...you know what I mean!!!
    Oh to have a crafty grand-daughter some day....
    : )
    Doni

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  21. MicheleNovember 18, 2011 at 11:48 PM

    wow, a perfect transformation. happy pearls & lace thursday! xo

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