We do have Anna’s Linens. My sister in law makes her kids room curtains and comforters from sheets. The sheets are actually cheaper than if you buy the fabric at the fabric store. And they’re big enough that you don’t have to sew two or more pieces together to make a comforter.
But did you know that you can buy a set of full length tiers just about anywhere JCP, etc for $20-$25 on sale. I’ve checked some different places where they were on sale. The quality was great and they were lined too.
If i were in the mood for sewing or if i couldn’t find the fabric pattern i wanted in store bought, i might do it. But so far, i’ve found what i want and it’s the JCP ones for $25. I was gonna have them come to the house because i’ve got bay windows and i need custom rods to get the look i want, but my husband says if i just get the rods he can make it work. Altho i may need to get JCP Custom Decorating involved because the house is old and some of the window sizes are not standard so i’ll need customized shades. That’s the rub.
The shades can be a pain. I hate aluminum mini blinds, but I rent, so no plantation shutters for me(as if I could afford them). I need some kitchen curtains, curtains in the computer room, curtains for the dining and living room,and maybe a Roman shade for the kids bedroom. The living room window has nice wide slat blinds made from either plastic or wood. Can’t tell, but some lace curtains over them would look nice.
My mom made feather comforter covers out of sheets. I haven’t been in a JCP or Sears in years. The master bedroom has crummy homemade curtains, that can just stay there. One thing I think is a good idea is that you could use a tension rod, like those used for shower curtains. That’s what is used in the bedroom.
For bay windows, you just might have to have professional installation.
Summer is coming, and I would like to find a pattern for nightgowns. I saw some in a store last year when I was passing through. Cotton “lawn” chemise, and they wanted 40 bucks for it! I bought a new Brother sewing machine on sale, and if I can retrain my brain, will find some nice soft cotton, and make long nighties for myself and my youngest daughter.