The other night as I was trying to fall asleep, I caught the beginning of Sex and the City 2 for the 10th time and was inspired by Carrie’s tassel fringe trimmed curtains . . .
. . . so while at JoAnn’s the other day I picked up some black tassel fringe trim thinking maybe it would add that needed punch of black to my window treatment.
Needless to say, I went with the white silk curtains. And although I did love the metallic as well, my original idea for this room was very white and black and very girly
* I love them *
My Ikea Dressers Makeover
* * * * Before * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * After * * * * *
The husband and I bought these {there are two, one on either end} from Ikea years ago when we lived in the condo and they both resided in each of our separate closets. The before photo is horrible and I’m kicking myself now for not doing a step by step process of how I upgraded these two dressers you can see another shot of one of them here in my closet post …but here’s a step by step of how I took them from boring to super fun 😉
1. Removed/unscrewed original handles
2. Since they are laminate, I had to hand-sand them to add a bit of texture so my paint would adhere.
3. You’re not going to like this but I used gloss white spray paint {because that was all I had at the moment and I needed to get them done} …and I painted right over the plastic fronts.
4. After they dried, I took the same sanders I used prior to texture them, now, to scruff up the paint giving it a vintage/shabby chic look
5. Went to OSH and found these hilariously awesome little lion’s head pulls and purchased 20 of them {the original handles had 2 screws each}. You can find the lion’s head pulls HERE. And you can see a close up of them HERE
Little Rus
I adore your new curtains! So beautiful! We actually did the same thing with a horrible Ikea wardrobe – I hated the glass inserts because everything was on a show (brrrr….), so we painted the entire thing white just like you did and I found some antique handles that looked like flowers. 🙂 x
Gabby / Gypsy*Diaries
WOW Maegan… I love the curtains and I cannot believe that those are the same drawers!!!! Insane!
xxx
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The Fashion Cloud
stunning DIYs, and those curtains are just a great idea.
THANKS for sharing
xx
Me salen alas (si me paras los pies...)
GUAU!!
I´m going to copy!! ;D I love it!!
Michelle's Style File
The tassels look fantastic! Great job!!
x
Michelle
http://www.michellesstylefile.blogspot.com
Fashion Agony
Wow, you’re so creative. Everything looks awesome!
xoxo
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Amanda
Dannng, girl, this room is fabulous…and so are your personal touches! 🙂
dezzer
absolute butter! i had the same idea when i saw carrie’s bedroom but it totally didn’t occur to me that i could MAKE those curtains (and i call myself a DIY diva-smh).
thanks for the post!
smooches…
Antwerpmode
The room looks gorgeous! I love your dog!!! He is soooo cute!
Carolyn
Your new curtains are so adorable!
Homeowner Insurance
Lisa - respect the shoes
Great job with the curtains and dressers! Now if I only had a creative design bone in my body …
Erin
Thanks for posting, Maegan!
TokenBlonde
Oh wow, Maegan, the curtains are so much more dramatic with the tassels. THanks for the walk through in refinishing those dressers. I’ve always wondered how to paint over laminate and now I know! Can’t wait to see the finished product.
Craftmaker
The new curtaind look adorable! And tjose dressers sure look chic after that makover. I wish I had a dressing room/office so I could have fun decorating it 🙁
406 Olivia
yes, Yes, YES! The tassel fringe is exactly what the curtains needed!
bananas.
friggen love it all!
the ikea dressser looks unbelievably good! i would never guess it was from ikea now. LOVES!!!
Sing
The curtains went up a huge notch with the fringe, I love it.
Susie Yoo
The curtains are completely gorgeous and make the room so glamorous! I love how it was so easy to do so…you’re brilliant Maegan! Thanks for the step-by-step and inspiration.
Brea Ellis
These are pretty gorgeous!
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Ashe Mischief
The black tassles are really the perfect touch on the curtains! They’re not overpowering, but they add just a little something.
And holy crap. I didn’t even recognize the stand. I was looking at the before picture trying to find it when it hit me in the face.
Marella
Amazing project and gorgeous blog! Following! Follow back? <3
Tatjana
The updated dresser is amazing, Im loving it!!!
dearalison
Great idea! I love the curtains waaaaaay more! NICE, lady!
Julip Made
Wow, what a simple change, but a major transformation! I’m gonna have to head on over to G Street Fabrics to see if they have any tassled trim!
Sidewalk Ready
Both of these projects are awesome! The tassels on the curtains are so simple but dress them up so much!
Fashion Tales....
Awwh, these are so amazing, & love your inspiration. I have so much trim from my archives, wanting to get out for some DIY.. -xxoo
Ladyofashion
Roxanne
It’s amazing what a difference those tassels make! They’re so cute! 🙂
I found your blog awhile ago, but somehow misplaced the URL. So happy you commented on my blog and led me back here. HOORAY!
Holly
oh my gosh, SOOO cute! i wouldnt think i would like this if i just heard it, but seeing the photos, they are just fab.
Caroline
Those curtains look amazing.. i love that idea!
Namine
oh LOVE!
modanista junkie
You look like a walking burst of goodness!!! Just like a starburst only 10 times more fabulous!!! You look amazing, and the curtains are beautiful.
Have a lovely weekend.
xoxo,
melrod
modanista junkie
Lol, this was meant for the previous post, but do adore the curtains. 🙂
xoxo,
melrod
simplychic
that seriously made all the difference in the world. i LOVE it…
Poppy
Wow I love how the curtains turned out. You have so many home DIY’s (the mini bar) that I’m going to do when I move into my new place. I love it! And I love the idea of using the bookshelf as a bench…very creative.
illari
you are so so clever and inspiring!
im actually starting my own DIY drawer 🙂
Adiel
You are an absolute magician!
Jac
Love the black tassel fringe on those curtains.
PLF.
Your curtains have brought a whole new meaning of inspiration for me! as i am in the middle of renovating my room, i just adore what you’ve done! not to mention i have those drab ikea drawers, & i had painted them dark brown in the past, but this post gives me a whole new angle to them & i plan on re-doing them now! 🙂
http://pennylanefame.blogspot.com/
Kimberlee
Love it! I want to give it a try 🙂
Kalika Brooke
That is so cool! Gosh,you make me feel like such a lame blogger! I’m not nearly as dedicated as you:)
THIS BLONDES LIFE
Your curtains and dresser look so good!
Mary Ann
I like this – such a simple fix for such high impact!!
Kez
Wow, the difference in your curtains is amazing! Great job!!!! 🙂
Rachellabelle - My Hips Don't Lie
As an interior decorator, I approve of this post. I just LOVE black/white – black/cream together. Your DIYS are always so fabulous. OH, and those IKEA dressers. Can I just say WOW!
hotpants™
I seriously love the curtains. It’s amazing what a small change can make.
Martha
Thanks for visiting me..
Lovely blog..now I`m going to spend some time in here..
Have a lovely week:)
Hugs.
Vixi
OMG!!! This is just so fab! Wow, your so good at these ideas! 🙂
Gallivanting_Girl
I stumbled across your blog today. You’re so inspiring! I love what you did with your curtains, your hair tutorials and wardrobe make me wish I had you for a stylist (although I do believe you’d quit on this country girl). I think you are gorgeous and I hope you keep posting this amazing stuff, because you have a new fan for sure. I’m so glad I found this blog!!
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Lyndsy
The drapes look so great! It is crazy that a little detail can really make such a statement! Nice work!
Nancy StylenDecorDeals
I LOVE THESE CURTAINS! I HOPE YOU DON’T MIND THAT I POSTED THIS ON MY BLOG WITH A LINK TO YOUR SITE!
NANCY
Ashley Murphy
Such an amazing and chic way to dress up your curtains. I am definitely trying this trick with mine. Thanks for the great idea, love your blog!
Ashley xx
http://goldendivine.blogspot.com
Julie S.
You have NO IDEA how many times I google specific things and am led straight to your site! I’ve been wanting to make white curtains with some sort of black tassels/trim for a while..I googled it, and sure enough, you made exactly what I want! 🙂 Thanks for the great site!
Affordable Insurance
I love the curtains and I cannot believe that those are the same drawers!
Amber B.
Are you serious that I have had those same drawers in my closet for about 6 years and had no idea this was even possible?! gee.
twobertis
LOVE it!! Can’t even believe the transformation, it’s awesome!
Katie
Linda Lou
You truely are an inspiration. I think I finally have the nerve to get off my hiney and do something with some blah dressers an curtains for my little girls room. Thank you!
Waseem
The curtain are adorable…Beautiful just the way it is..like it.
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The Cuban In My Coffee
Hi Meagan, I love this idea so much and just completed my own for my daughter’s room and referenced back to you. Take a look at the curtains in my home, they are stunning and were perfect for a day bed. Thanks for the idea and inspiration!
http://thecubaninmycoffee.blogspot.com/2012/10/diy-pom-pom-tassel-curtains.html
XOXO,
Whitney
fashionista2013
Absolutely lovely room. Looks like a really cute dress boutique in there. With all the girly colors. I was seeking ideas for decorating the new room, this is a good start.