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How to Make & Hang Outdoor Curtains Under Your Deck for $20

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One particular space I have been dreaming of working on is our outdoor patio.  It was a blank {cement} slate, so I knew if we did ANYTHING to it, it would be a huge improvement.  We have walk-out basement, so this outdoor space will most certainly be used when entertaining. Also, since our back deck sits off the kitchen and you need a flight of stairs to get up and down to the yard, I know the outdoor patio space will be a nice place for us adults to sit and watch the kids play! So, operation Outdoor Oasis became a priority and first up on the project list that I’ll be sharing is how to Make & Hang Under Deck Outdoor Curtains for Under $20!

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We first started preparing for our outdoor space by hunting for furniture. After we scored a major deal on an outdoor sectional when a local store was going out of business, we started adding flowers. We bought several hanging flower pots and a few planters and set them all around the patio.

It was starting to take shape, but something was missing.

Curtains!

Adding outdoor curtains to a space instantly makes it feel like an indoor space but with a better view. Outdoor curtains add texture and interest and overall added detail. We found these white mesh curtain panels and bought them with the hopes we could figure out a way to hang them up under the deck. 

We came up with a super simple method and the entire DIY under deck curtain solution was only $20!

DIY UNDER DECK OUTDOOR CURTAIN INSPIRATION

West Elm curtains on rope

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DIY UNDER DECK OUTDOOR CURTAIN SUPPLIES

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DIY UNDER DECK OUTDOOR CURTAIN INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Insert drill bit into drill and pre-drill a hole to fit the screw eye into. Repeat in remaining curtain placement areas. 
  2. Cut rope length to appropriate length.  In my case, I held up the rope between the 2 posts and then added approximately 6 inches on each end to tie knots.  Excess can always be cut off later.
  3. Then, feed the sisal rope through the rod pocket of the panel.  It was easier to make a loop & feed it through.curtains for the back deck - This is our Bliss
  4. Tie rope off onto screw eye with 2 tight knots.
  5. Insert screw into pre-drilled hole. We put our screw eyes at the very top of the posts and slightly underneath and in between the 2 beams. The screw eyes were perpendicular to the ground to ceiling posts.
  6. Feed rope through another panel and tie off onto screw eye and insert into place. We hung 4 panels, so repeated this process one more time.
  7. Lastly, adjust the panel across the rope so it gathers evenly and then tie off the bottom with remaining strands of sisal rope. 

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I didn’t think I would like the loose rope hanging down, but I do like the look and feel it gives the space after all.

I just love the light & airy vibe the outdoor curtains give off!

DIY Under deck outdoor curtains for under $20 - quick and easy outdoor curtain solution - This is our Bliss

Doesn’t this look like such a dreamy place to sit and relax?!

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Here are some of the sources if you want to get a similar look:

 

But do you see the empty sectional screaming for some pillows?!  Coming up in Part 2 of the Outdoor Oasis Project  are DIY Outdoor Throw Pillows.  Here is a sneak peak of my fabric 🙂IMG_4583

And here are a couple outdoor pillows I have sewn so far…

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If you need to get caught up on the rest of the Outdoor Oasis series, you can catch up with each post below:

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  • Jennifer Smith
    April 7, 2016 at 10:05 AM

    I want to put up these curtains on my back patio. I do not want to spend a fortune on curtains for my patio.I was wondering how well they stand up to the elements. I live in GA where it rains pretty often and it gets humid. I appreciate any advice!

    Jenn

    • Rachael @ This is our Bliss
      April 30, 2016 at 2:54 PM

      These curtains are great, but I would recommend taking them down during any harsh seasons (November thru March in the Midwest) or just buy new sets each year or when they get dingy! At $2 per panel, I doubt there is s cheaper option out there! I left mine up all year and they need to be replaced this year for sure!

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  • Camille
    June 12, 2014 at 1:44 PM

    LOVE this idea! It looks sooooo dreamy!! Can’t wait to try it! Thanks for sharing!

    • rbliefnick
      June 12, 2014 at 5:43 PM

      Thanks, Camille! So glad you like it!! Hopefully Andy agrees 🙂