Outdoor Curtains with PVC Rods

This is not a new project, but it has been raining here for over a week (what a blessing), and we have been craving some time outdoors.

I love to plant, and we usually plant tons of flowers. But instead we decided to warm up our porch with curtains. Fabric softens any space. And we spend lots of time outside (when its not 110).

I did plenty of research, and wanted to get Sunbrella, but it cost mega $$. Then even tried to find inexpensive canvas duct, but with all the yardage needed, that started to add up too!

So while at Wal Mart, I spotted these clearance curtains for $9 for a package of two.
The perfect tan color, that will hide dirt.
For the rods I used PVC (like I did here) with 90 degree elbows.
I primed and painted them black, then rubbed a little antique gold on.
To make removing them easy, I cut the top part out of each right elbow, so I can just slide them a little to the left and pop them up and out.

Instead of tie backs, I put in a small eye screw into each post and used chocolate grosgrain ribbon.

They are lightweight, which is great for when it's windy, so that they don't turn into sails.

There is a RIT dye that provides UV protection for up to 35 washes. Imagine the possibilities. That means any fabric can become outdoor fabric.

As you can see, we live on a pond, where a lot of people walk, bike and play. We have gotten so many compliments on the curtains.

Such little cost for a big effect. The curtains were $45. The PVC was less than $10, and I had the rest of the supplies.

I am joining Julia's fabulous, Hooked On Party. If you have not visited her blog yet, make sure and take a look. Be careful though, it's addictive.