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Hello, DIYers!

Windows are a fabulous part of the home, because it is so lovely to enjoy the natural light. Unfortunately, there are privacy needs, furniture and flooring to protect, and sometimes the sun is just too bright! For that reason, we need window treatments! No matter which way you want to go about it, window treatments can get pricey! You might need custom, or have to cut a pre-made set. Curtains are one thing, but then you need to make sure you have the curtain rods and all of the hardware. And naturally, the cheaper the items you buy, the worse they perform when you want to open and close your windows as you choose. But we’re coming with you today with some positively FABULOUS alternatives and DIY ideas to help you decorate your windows on a budget while still looking great!

Some of them are alternatives to traditional shading and curtains… some of them are hacks that will help you get the look you want at a big discount. Give them a try!

No Sew Tie-On Window Valance

No-sew options are always great to have!

Found In My Own Style

Faux Stained Glass Window DIY

This is a cost effective and fun way to dress up a window!

Found A Beautiful Mess

Rustic Privacy Screen

This rustic version of a privacy screen is a great alternative to traditional window treatments!

Found Funky Junk Interiors

Repurposed Grain Sacks

If you’ve got a country chic design in your home, this will go along with it perfectly!

Found funkyjunkinteriors.net

Boho Macrame Curtain

This won’t do a ton for privacy, but it is cute!

Found HGTV

Contact Paper Privacy Film

There are tons of privacy film designs that you can purchase that are great for adding privacy without breaking the bank! Just make sure to look at how they will look in the evening before committing!

Found Home Depot

DIY Rolled Valance

Don’t pay a fortune when you can make this yourself!

Found The Painted Hive

Frosted Glass Design

Frosted glass can help let the light in while still giving you some privacy!

Found A Beautiful Mess

DIY Balloon Curtains

Lovely!

Found Simple Practical Beautiful

DIY Roman Shades

Roman shades are a fantastic look for any window! This uses a series of tension rods that makes it easy to pull these blinds down and then easily prop them back up!

Found bowerpowerblog.com

Lace Window Panes

This fabulous idea is perfect for renters! It allows the light through but still offers night time privacy!

Found Anna Belvita

Vintage Style Shutters

These aren’t vintage at all! they were made from Ikea parts! Check this out!

Found Vintage News Junkie

No-Sew Styrofoam Valance

You would never guess this was made of a styrofoam base!

Found In My Own Style

Shower Curtain and Hooks

You can repurpose a fabric shower curtain as a window curtain! You might choose to hang it with hooks instead of a rod if you aren’t interested in opening them very often!