When we first moved into our home, I created a curtain rod out of black piping and corbels for my Great Room. It was very inexpensive (about $20 without the corbels) and definitely made a statement. When I found some more corbels at a recent Flea Market, I decided it was time to duplicate the look in my hearth room and replace the store bought curtain rod I had there. All together (including the corbels), it cost me $50, which was the price I paid for the plain curtain rod I had there. And I think this one is much more interesting! What do you think?
I started with these uber cool corbels purchased for $15 a piece at a local flea market. They were pretty dirty so I cleaned them up and sprayed them with a matt poly. I liked their chippiness, so I choose not to paint them.
I went to my local hardware store and purchased the piping and attached pieces. Don't ask me their official names...I just call them "thingamajigs". They come in either silver or black, but black worked better in my home. When you buy the pipes at the hardware store, they will thread them for you as you will obviously need specific lengths.
Okay, I guess I know the "technical name" for the round pieces. They're called flanges. I used anchors and black screws to attach them to the wall.
I then measured the distance of the pipes to the corbel, and attached the corbel to the wall.
I attached a flange to the end of one of the pipes.
I then screwed the other end into the "t" center piece.
The end with the flange was then attached to the corbel. Be sure to have the curtain on the rod before you secure it! Haha!
Repeat for the other side and wa-la! A unique, one of a kind curtain rod!
And I didn't even need help from my hubby to do it. Okay, maybe I had him hold the rod while I screwed it in. But it was really a simple project. Do I seem impressed with myself? LOL! And I think it turned out darn good if I do say so myself (can you hear me patting myself on the back?)!!
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25 comments:
This looks great and a wonderful idea!
Tete
Can you feel me patting you one the back? Terrific idea!
Debbie
That is beautiful. I love my chippy white paint and this just made my heart jump. Thanks for sharing. ~~Sherry~~
I love old gingerbread and this is a great way to use it inside-Happy WW-love it girl!
Thanks, what a great idea. The rod would be very sturdy too! sandi
Your Unique curtain rod looks Fabulous ~ Love the Industrial with the Shabby Corbel Design.... Perfect Pairing!
What a wonderful job..and you've given me idas about what to do with a few things lying around for lack of inspiration!
I love it, Lanette! Looks awesome!:-)
Oh Lanette, Thank you for leaving me an encouraging message about my new shop. It sure made my day.
I tell you I'm impressed with your corbel design curtain rods. They look great and you should be patting yourself on the back.
Great job,
KarenSue
I love it. I need something like that above my french doors. You got a great deal on the corbels and your right, curtain rods cost just as much, but don't have the great feel of your handmade one.
Lezlee
Hi Lanette! I'm giving you a huge pat on the back, girl! What a neat idea! It looks just fantastic! Hey...there's nothin' that we cottage gals can't do....!! lol!
Happy WW!
xoxo laurie@heavens-walk
great project
15.00 bucks a piece was a great deal! I really love how they turned out! They look custom for sure!
Beth
I love this idea. You just can't have too many corbels around the house.
Take care,
Kathleen
What an awesome idea! I love the mix of industrial and vintage! Absolutely Great Job!
I am so glad that I found your blog. I love it!! Hope you can drop by My Dream Canvas. I am also hosting a jewelry giveaway :-) Take care Anu
I love that look! Very cool! Much more interesting than a tradtional curtain rod.
Midge
I would have NEVER thought to do that!! Sucha creative idea
Wow, Lanette! This is spectacular! I love how it turned out! I'm going to snoop around your blog some more -- and I see you're a fellow Minnesotan! :) YAY!
What a difference!
I love it! You did a great job!
I love this! I did something with galvanized in my upstairs bath but this is so much more elegant!
Can this be? I hope so! Because I think it's a neat idea with the old corbels!
Have a blessed week!
Donna
These are fabulous--I love the industrial looking rod with the shabby corbels!
I love this idea! Love your blog, will be back to visit.
What an great idea!!you totally given me idea about what things i have to keep in my mind
You did a really good job. You should be proud.
-Zane of ontario honey
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