Paper curtains for windows: how to make them from wallpaper with your own hands, instructions

Options for making blinds

Below we will look at options for do-it-yourself wallpaper blinds; step-by-step instructions will be included with each production.
Before starting work, prepare the work site (table). It is desirable that movements during work are not constrained, so there should be a lot of space.

Before work, carefully consider which finished option you want to see on your windows. Choose beautiful wallpaper, or use those left after renovation.

Windows in the shape of arches deserve special attention. It is not so often possible to choose ready-made blinds for them, but making curtains for them is very simple. The option that we described first (pleated blinds) is especially suitable. You will get a stylish and elegant design.

If you plan to often use ready-made curtains and change their location, for example, near your desk, it is better to use roller models. This product looks good both indoors and outdoors.

Manufacturing of pleated blinds

In the first instruction we will look at how to make pleated blinds from wallpaper with your own hands. There is nothing complicated about the work. It is enough to follow the step-by-step implementation.

Let's get started:

Pleated blinds (Step 1)

Take measurements of your window. Since the finished product will bend to the resulting length, add about forty centimeters. There is no need to change the width parameters.
Decide on the length of the ribbon or cord. These parts should be longer than the blinds, as they will be tied, thereby adjusting the height of the curtains.
Spread the wallpaper in front of you. Cut out a rectangle according to the dimensions obtained. During the cutting process, make sure that the design is not distorted. To prevent the material from curling, secure it with a heavy book or tape.
Using a pencil and meter, make marks at the same distance on the back of the canvas. Make an “accordion” from the resulting base. To ensure that the fold lines are neat and clear, it is recommended to use a ruler.
Try the resulting product on the window. If the length is large, cut off the excess.
Mark with a pencil where to make the hole. Do them like this. So that they are located exactly in front of each other. Placement can be in the central part of the material or on the sides. Make holes in the marked areas using an awl or hole punch. Fit the hole to the rope or tape. If necessary, expand it.
Place double-sided tape on the top of the future blinds. Make an identical hole in it as on the wallpaper. Thread ribbon or rope. Secure the material with a knot at the top. Remove the protective covering from the tape and secure the blinds to the window.
Place a fastener on the end of the tape or rope. Secure it at a level convenient for you.

The blinds are ready. If you made them with one rope in the middle, then the curtains attached to the top will look like a neat fan. In the second version, the blinds will look like the usual purchased versions.

Roll-up blinds

Wallpaper roller blinds

This version of blinds differs from pleated blinds. No holes needed here. Now let’s read the instructions on how to make roller blinds from wallpaper with your own hands.

Before work, prepare:

drill;
wallpaper;
metal tube (diameter 1.8 mm);
wooden plank;
hacksaw;
glue for metal and fabric;
Double-sided tape.

Let's start making:

By analogy with the previous manufacturing option, you will need to take measurements from the window. Transfer the received data to the roll. Don't forget that the length of the blinds should be increased. It needs to be increased several times.
Fold the wallpaper in half. Connect the edges of the workpiece using glue or tape.
We saw off the metal pipe to the required size. At the ends, make pockets where the weighting material will fit, in our case, it is a wooden strip, but you can replace it with a plastic pipe.
Apply glue to the pipe and glue the wallpaper. Bring the blinds to the window. Mark the locations for the holes and use a drill to secure the product.

This way you will get roller blinds. As you may have noticed, they are made very quickly and do not differ from those sold at retail outlets.

You can use them in any place convenient for you. When folded, the design is practically invisible on the window.

If you wish, you can decorate the made blinds. Sequins or decorative butterflies can be used for this. You can additionally protect the room from the sun using foil. Just stick this material on the back of the blinds. And your room will not be heated.

Pleated paper curtains, are they difficult to make?

It’s also easy to create pleated curtains from paper. This drapery will be an excellent solution for the interior of your home or apartment. In this case, the stripes can be placed in both vertical and horizontal positions. This paper pleated design will not only please you, but will also make the design of your room or apartment truly unique.

With the help of such a product you can decorate a room. This solution will be a wonderful element during the holiday, when you want to emphasize your mood, show festiveness, playfulness and cheerfulness. For example, for New Year or a child’s birthday, you can invite your child to make such a detail - this will help create not just a festive mood, but will bring parents and children closer together.

You independently select the required color of paper and offer a suitable solution to your child. Also, if you have a desire and someone in your family knows how to draw beautifully, then such curtains can be made white and decorated with your own pictures. This will be a truly original and unusual idea - this zest of yours will bring unusualness to the composition.

You already know how to make original paper curtains with your own hands, but let’s figure out why this idea is so popular today? After all, there are not only luxurious and expensive products, you can also choose budget options for fabric curtains. But it is paper elements that are becoming increasingly popular today.

And it’s not just about originality and low cost, there are also other reasons that lead the user to such a decision. So, paper curtains are popular because:

this is the original style. Today you can purchase special blanks that already have applications, drawings, pictures or embossing on them. That is, you can choose paper for curtains to suit any holiday or mood;
These are different paper densities. This indicator makes it possible to make any curtains not only light for the kitchen or living room, but also light-proof for the bedroom or nursery;
it's versatility. You can cut out products of various shapes from paper, both vertical and horizontal, and also for non-standard window openings;
it's accessibility. You can make such interior elements from any paper, even leftover wallpaper;
low cost. No one will argue that the cheapest material is paper.

As you can see, the process of making homemade curtains can bring not only some trouble, but also pre-holiday activities for the whole family. In this case, it will depend only on you what kind of interior will be in your home. Remember the main thing, paper curtains that you made yourself are a source of pride, because not every person can implement such a solution for decorating a room, although there is nothing complicated about it.

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Design features of “paper blinds”

Pleated paper curtains are attached to the window using Velcro.
Pleated paper curtains have a very simple design. They are attached to the window using Velcro, so they are easy and quick to install. The curtain must be glued directly to the frame that opens. This is due to the need to protect these devices from damage caused by opening and closing windows.

White paper curtains are the cheapest

The main thing is to choose the correct length and width when purchasing according to the window size. The height is adjusted using two clothespins. When choosing a curtain, you need to select the thickness of the paper for the desired shading.

There are also cheaper options on the market. Made from sheets of white paper, they will be an excellent help in protecting glass and window space from the settling of construction dust and paints.

Step-by-step master classes

To create high-quality, neat blinds, follow the instructions step by step, take your time, and be especially careful in your measurements.

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The advantage of homemade curtains is the lack of work with drawings.

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Each variety has manufacturing features and requires an individual approach. Therefore, decide in advance what kind of curtains you would like to see on the windows.

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Accordion blinds

To make blinds from wallpaper with slats bent like an accordion:

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Measure the window in length and width. Add a quarter of the material from the length of the window to the length of your curtains. Otherwise, when folded like an accordion, the curtains will be a quarter shorter.
Carefully measure the length of the rope according to the length of the curtain.
Give the piece a pleated look. To do this, measure the strips (it is better if they are from 3 to 5 cm, then the blinds will look elegant and neat.). Make sure that the slats are the same shape. Bend them into an accordion shape.
If you want to thread the rope along the fabric, use an awl to make a row of holes in the middle of the curtain and insert the lace. You can insert two laces by making holes on the sides.
Attach the top end of the cord by tying a knot or using tape. If you used two cords, connect them using a clamp, placing a bead at the end or tying a knot.

To make your blinds look three-dimensional, you can increase the width of the slats. This will make the blinds look massive and stylish.

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What it is?

Attention Blinds are a type of curtain consisting of individual elements. The purpose of this accessory is to cover the windows from excess light and immodest glances from the outside. They can be made from different materials - thin wooden planks, fabric strips on the frame, plastic elements, etc.

d. One of the best options is paper blinds. Their advantages:

They can be made from different materials - thin wooden slats, fabric strips on the frame, plastic elements, etc. One of the best options is paper blinds. Their advantages:

Low price. Paper is cheaper than thin wood without defects.
Ease. Such a curtain can be hung on any window with virtually no additional fasteners.
Environmental friendliness. Unlike plastic or varnished wood, paper does not emit phenol, phthalate, or any other foreign substances.
The ability to make them yourself with minimal skills. At the same time, using different types of paper you can achieve any decorative effect.

The main disadvantage is its fragility: the paper cannot be washed, and under the sun it quickly turns yellow and fades. Typically, paper blinds last no more than a year, then they need to be replaced. But this drawback is not so significant as to refuse such a convenient accessory.

Advantages and disadvantages

Paper blinds do not need to be washed. The dust is simply shaken off. They are light and small-sized and can be removed and reinstalled.

To learn what paper curtains are, watch this video:

Due to their low cost, they can be replaced frequently.

Velcro paper blinds have the advantage of being lightweight and attaching to the window in a few minutes. Dust can be easily shaken off. Due to their low cost, they can be changed at least every season.

Despite their great advantages, paper blinds have few disadvantages. These are fragility, fragility of the material, susceptibility to deformation and fear of moisture.

Options for making blinds

Below we will look at options for do-it-yourself wallpaper blinds; step-by-step instructions will be included with each production.

Before starting work, prepare the work site (table). It is desirable that movements during work are not constrained, so there should be a lot of space.

Before work, carefully consider which finished option you want to see on your windows. Choose beautiful wallpaper, or use those left after renovation.

If you plan to often use ready-made curtains and change their location, for example, near your desk, it is better to use roller models. This product looks good both indoors and outdoors.

Manufacturing of pleated blinds

Let's get started:

Pleated blinds (Step 1)

Take measurements of your window. Since the finished product will bend to the resulting length, add about forty centimeters. There is no need to change the width parameters.
Decide on the length of the ribbon or cord. These parts should be longer than the blinds, as they will be tied, thereby adjusting the height of the curtains.
Spread the wallpaper in front of you. Cut out a rectangle according to the dimensions obtained. During the cutting process, make sure that the design is not distorted. To prevent the material from curling, secure it with a heavy book or tape.
Using a pencil and meter, make marks at the same distance on the back of the canvas. Make an “accordion” from the resulting base. To ensure that the fold lines are neat and clear, it is recommended to use a ruler.
Try the resulting product on the window. If the length is large, cut off the excess.
Mark with a pencil where to make the hole. Do them like this. So that they are located exactly in front of each other. Placement can be in the central part of the material or on the sides. Make holes in the marked areas using an awl or hole punch. Fit the hole to the rope or tape. If necessary, expand it.
Place double-sided tape on the top of the future blinds. Make an identical hole in it as on the wallpaper. Thread ribbon or rope. Secure the material with a knot at the top. Remove the protective covering from the tape and secure the blinds to the window.
Place a fastener on the end of the tape or rope. Secure it at a level convenient for you.

Roll-up blinds

Wallpaper roller blinds

This version of blinds differs from pleated blinds. No holes needed here. Now let’s read the instructions on how to make roller blinds from wallpaper with your own hands.

Before work, prepare:

drill;
wallpaper;
metal tube (diameter 1.8 mm);
wooden plank;
hacksaw;
glue for metal and fabric;
Double-sided tape.

Let's start making:

By analogy with the previous manufacturing option, you will need to take measurements from the window. Transfer the received data to the roll. Don't forget that the length of the blinds should be increased. It needs to be increased several times.
Fold the wallpaper in half. Connect the edges of the workpiece using glue or tape.
We saw off the metal pipe to the required size. At the ends, make pockets where the weighting material will fit, in our case, it is a wooden strip, but you can replace it with a plastic pipe.
Apply glue to the pipe and glue the wallpaper. Bring the blinds to the window. Mark the locations for the holes and use a drill to secure the product.

This way you will get roller blinds. As you may have noticed, they are made very quickly and do not differ from those sold at retail outlets.

You can use them in any place convenient for you. When folded, the design is practically invisible on the window.

Decoration options

To decorate homemade structures, use PVA glue and colored paper, paints, appliqués, stickers, ribbons with tassels, and other decorative elements. They can be glued, threaded, simply secured along the edges or woven into holes inside the canvases. If the wallpaper contains patterns, it will be more difficult to work with it than with plain ones; it would be advisable to make markings with a pencil on the reverse side. In principle, the canvases look attractive and so, you can leave everything as is.

Important! A lot of decor is much worse than no decor at all. Clumsiness should be avoided

Multi-colored blinds are beautiful in themselves, but you can think of additional decor if you wish.

Master class on making blinds

In order to create them, you will only need a few hours, the main thing before that is to figure out how to do everything correctly and not spoil the material.

Below are step-by-step instructions.

Materials you may need:

wallpaper;
scissors;
rope;
awl;
stationery knife;
centimeter;
retainer;
glue;
tape (single- and double-sided).

First, it is important to take measurements of the window for which you are going to make blinds. Therefore, using a centimeter you need to measure the window opening

Everything must be calculated accurately and as carefully as possible. As a result of the measurements, it will become clear what the length of the workpiece will be.

You need to divide the resulting window height by four, and add the resulting figure to the window height. This action is necessary, since when folding like an accordion, the length of the wallpaper will decrease by exactly a quarter.

The cord with which you will close and open the windows should be the same length

It is very important to carry out the markings with particular precision, since then homemade blinds for windows made from wallpaper may turn out to be shorter or wider/narrower than necessary

The next step is to cut out the workpiece. Next, you fold the resulting segment into an accordion. Each part must be rectangular and the same size.

Important! If you cannot do this work by eye, it is best to use auxiliary objects such as a ruler or pencil. It is desirable that the strips have a width of three to five centimeters

This is the most ideal option in which DIY paper blinds made from wallpaper will look smooth and not rough

It is desirable that the strips have a width of three to five centimeters. This is the most ideal option in which DIY paper blinds made from wallpaper will look smooth and not rough.

The next step (after the accordion has been marked and folded) is to determine the middle of the future blinds. Using an awl, you need to make holes, and then secure them with tape.

Important! If you do not want to create blinds for a long period of time, this procedure can be omitted. You need to thread a cord through the holes and secure it with a knot on the other side.

It is important to straighten the fabric after this to determine the size of the cord. The unnecessary part should be cut off. In order to fix the desired position, you should put a lock on its tip. The location of the upper end of the cord also needs to be secured: this can be done by simply tying a knot

You need to thread a cord through the holes and secure it with a knot on the other side.

It is important to straighten the fabric after this to determine the size of the cord. The unnecessary part should be cut off

In order to fix the desired position, you should put a lock on its tip. The location of the upper end of the cord also needs to be secured: this can be done simply by tying a knot.

Some details on how to make blinds from wallpaper can be seen in the video:

You can also place double-sided tape along the top of the blinds and attach them to the window.

Important! If you want to make blinds in an unusual style, you should use your imagination. The lower part of homemade blinds for windows made from wallpaper can be decorated using a peacock tail, bows or drawings

This can be done both from the inside and from the side that will be visible from the street. Now homemade window blinds are completely ready

The lower part of homemade window blinds made from wallpaper can be decorated with a peacock tail, bows or drawings. This can be done both from the inside and from the side that will be visible from the street. Now the homemade blinds for the windows are completely ready.

It is worth noting that in order for homemade blinds to stay on the windows, it is enough to use double-sided tape.

You can also watch a master class on creating blinds from wallpaper in the video below and clarify some unclear things for yourself.

DIY paper blinds

For those who, as a child, loved to fold paper into accordions.
You can very easily make such blinds with your own hands. For this we will use paper wallpaper. They have a standard width of 60 cm, but they can be wider, which is good for windows. If necessary, the wallpaper can be easily combined or cut to the desired size. To make paper pleated blinds you need:

measure the length of the window and add 50 cm of margin for folds;
to make the pleats neatly and evenly, you need to put marks on both sides with a ruler and connect them with horizontal lines, along which we will make folds 25-30 mm wide;
gather the entire length into an accordion, mark the middle and sides at the same distance from the edge, draw three vertical lines;
we secure the accordion with clamps and make a puncture with an awl or hole punch;
the lower and upper lamellas must be secured with a rigid strip;
We thread a thick nylon rope through these holes;
We fix the thread from below with a bead or button;
We insert the upper ends of the ropes into clips that are used to tighten clothing items.

For those who are interested in the idea of making paper curtains themselves, we recommend watching this useful video:

Now your convenient paper blinds are ready. Secure it with double-sided tape to the window frame. By raising the middle more, you can get a semicircular pleated with swag.

Many people manage to make quite interesting things from ordinary newsprint. Self-made blinds will delight residents and stimulate them to even greater imagination.

Unusual solutions

The following interesting options can be distinguished:

As mentioned above, wallpaper blinds are more than just a curtain for a window. With their help, you can add liveliness to the interior simply by focusing on them. It can be a bright color, an interesting pattern or texture.
For especially creative people, the option of coloring the material may be suitable. In this case, you will get a unique drawing. You can use spray paint to create soft color transitions.
Try experimenting: change the indentation at each fold, making it smaller or larger. Try imagining or sketching to see how it will look overall.
Avoid inharmonious combinations of colors or their abundance (more than three different ones, not counting the universal black and white). Otherwise, the room will look overloaded and your eyes and brain will get tired quickly. Try not to use too bright colors: over time they become boring and begin to cause irritation. Give preference to pastel shades.
Remember that patterned blinds are better suited for plain walls, and smooth and plain products for other surfaces.

Paper blinds

Pleated paper blinds, based on the principle of fastening and operation, are presented in several varieties:

with roll mechanism;
paper blinds with Velcro.

According to the degree of light transmission:

An example of curtains that let light through

Transmitting - usually available in white, but they are also available in various warm shades that transmit light well.
Non-permeable - as a rule, available in dark colors with a high density of material.

For their production, paper impregnated with a special composition is used, which is less susceptible to damage and dust accumulation than usual.

Despite its high protective properties, this material is quite fragile. As practice shows, the choice of pleated blinds can significantly increase the service life of this type of decoration.

Pleated paper blinds are a very quick and simple solution for both temporary and longer-term use. This is reliable protection of the room from direct sunlight. They are very practical and cheap.

Curtains are available in different colors with different patterns and patterns. Having bought white ones, you can get creative with paints and give them the desired color and tone, or apply a design you like.

Paper curtains create calm, dim lighting

Paper blinds are rapidly gaining popularity among buyers due to the environmental friendliness and low cost of the material. On the market, window blinds are made from paper of different densities, which emphasizes their main purpose - filtering the amount of incoming light.

To create a pleasant and comfortable atmosphere in the room, light but denser materials are selected that diffuse light very softly. With their help you can easily and beautifully decorate your interior.