Roman Blinds

Roman blinds, or roman shades, are soft fabric blinds which gather into pleats when raised. They come in many styles—flat, relaxed, classic, soft, natural woven and solar amongst others and can be combined with other types like roller shades. These types of blinds can be very expensive and don’t really have a cheap, in-store equivalent.

How To Make Roman Blinds

There are many on-line websites that give instructions on making your own roman blinds. There is, of course, a fee involved, but making roman blinds yourself can save lots of money in the long run. Websites like www.sewing-roman-shades.com offer this service and even have links for you to design your blinds on-line. These websites cover things like ribs and sew-on ring methods and offer templates to view as well. They offer clear, easy to understand illustrations with each step written in a concise, beginner-friendly manner and some even offer email support by the author of the website or book sold on the website. They even claim you can finish a roman shade in a single weekend.

One website even offers free instructions for making your own roman blinds. Alternative windows has instructions for several types of blinds, including roman, and has extremely detailed instructions and a list of requirements necessary for their construction.

PBS’s program, “America Sews with Sue Hausman” has even had an episode on making all weather roman shades. Guest Pam Damour is a professional decorator who guided viewers step-by-step through their manufacture and spoke about how these shades add beauty and style as well as climate control throughout the year.

Day And Night Roman Blind Curtain

Roman blinds draw clear of your view by day and completely obscure inside your home at night. Side-drape curtains with matching pelmet and tie-backs will keenly accessorize your roman blinds for a look that is never out of style. The right color scheme can even make your room appear larger. They have neat, clean lines and adding a blockout curtain can provide extra protection from the sun’s rays.

Bamboo Roman Blinds

Roman fold bamboo blinds have bamboo shoots vertically or horizontally aligned and give your home a more rustic feel. Typically, they are only light filtering and need a privacy liner added to block out sunlight and prying eyes. Bamboo blinds are very sturdy and are available in colors like honey, sage and natural. Most major retailers carry samples you can select from.