Re: curtains

Betsy's right Donna, you do tend to overdo!   And everyone should have such
a daughter!

On 2/26/09, holmesbm@usit.net <holmesbm@usit.net> wrote:
>
> When we replaced most of the windows in our house four years ago, I got the
> kind that had the blinds in between the outer and inner window...no
> dusting.  One other place where you might find drapes is in some of the
> "used" shops.  I don't know what kind of supply they might have with this
> downturn, but our Salvation Army, Habitat, and Goodwill stores often
> carried some nice drapes.  Also, with this downturn, do you think you might
> be able to do some bargaining?
>
>
> > [Original Message]
> > From: Jesse Bell <justjess01@gmail.com>
> > To: <gardenchat@hort.net>
> > Date: 2/25/2009 4:56:10 PM
> > Subject: Re: [CHAT] curtains
> >
> > Mini blinds are not the same as curtains.  You can have mini-blinds, and
> > still need or want curtains.  I have mini blinds on my windows, and
> curtains
> > as well.  The thick fabric of the drapes help keep the cold and hot air
> > outside.  I can't afford to replace all of my windows right now, so until
> > then, drapes and heavy curtains can keep me a bit warmer in the winter
> and
> > cooler in the summer.  Drapes/Curtains can add color and style to your
> > room. And the old fashioned mini-blinds are huge dust collectors.  My
> > allergies revolt against that.  The mini-blinds I have are the honeycomb
> > fabric kind that you can vacuum easily and they are better insulated.
> > (too much info?)
> >
> >
> >
> > On 2/25/09, Pam Evans <gardenqueen@gmail.com> wrote:
> > >
> > > Two words for ya girl - mini blinds!!
> > >
> > > On 2/24/09, Theresa G. <macycat3@sbcglobal.net> wrote:
> > > >
> > > > No- you are right.  It is insanely priced.  If you sew and want
> simple
> > > > drapes then make your own.  JoAnn fabrics regularly has 30-40% off
> sales
> > > on
> > > > their home decorator fabrics.  You can save a small fortune.
> > > > Theresa
> > > >
> > > > Donna wrote:
> > > >
> > > >> Although I haven't shpopped for drapery is some time, I am livid
> with
> > > the
> > > >> current pricing.  Ok, I am cheap.
> > > >>  So it is normal to spend close to a thousand dollars for front room
> > > >> drapery
> > > >> and shades?  Granted there are 5 windows (3 in the bay area and 2 on
> the
> > > >> side
> > > >> walls) but.....none are large windows and this isn't custom made
> stuff
> > > or
> > > >> even
> > > >> high end fancy things.  Just talking a scarf and side panels.  I see
> > > they
> > > >> are
> > > >> driving the price up by selling each side panel seperate (what
> happened
> > > to
> > > >> both sides being in the same package??)
> > > >>  Anyone shopped for this type stuff lately?  Any thoughts or
> comments?
> > > >>  Donna
> > > >>
> > > >>
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> > > Kemp TX
> > > zone 8A
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