We moved into our new place about two months ago, and I absolutely love it, but there's one thing that's been driving me a bit nuts—the windows. They're these weirdly shaped, kinda quirky windows that looked super charming when we toured the house, but now that I'm trying to find curtains or blinds or anything really, it's turning into a bit of a headache.
I tried going to the usual home decor stores, but everything seems to be made for standard rectangular windows. Mine are sort of arched at the top, and one of them is even triangular (seriously, who thought that was a good idea?). I even considered custom-made curtains, but the quotes I got were... let's just say, not exactly budget-friendly.
I ended up DIY-ing a temporary solution with some fabric and tension rods, and it looks okay-ish, but it's definitely not a long-term fix. Plus, my cat thinks it's her personal playground, so that's another issue entirely, lol.
Has anyone else dealt with oddly shaped windows? Did you find a good solution that didn't break the bank? I'm open to pretty much anything at this point—curtains, blinds, shades, or even something totally unconventional. Just hoping someone out there has been through this and can share some wisdom.
Haha, triangular windows... gotta love when architects get creative without thinking about the practical stuff. I've seen a few of those in my time, and yeah, they're a pain.
Have you thought about window films at all? They're pretty affordable and come in tons of patterns or frosted styles. You won't get the cozy fabric vibe, but they do offer privacy and can look surprisingly stylish. Plus, your cat won't be able to swing from them like Tarzan, so that's a bonus.
Another idea might be bamboo or woven shades cut to size—some places online will custom-cut them without charging an arm and a leg. They can add a nice texture and warmth to the room, and they're usually pretty forgiving with odd shapes.
Anyway, don't stress too much—quirky windows are part of the charm, right? You'll find something that works eventually... or learn to embrace the DIY chaos. Either way, you've got this.