Japanese-style curtains and wall deco

Here's a great way to dress up a window using craft fabrics with Japanese prints and patterns. Japanese style curtains are simple flaps that tend to sit higher than the actual length of the sill (or doorway).



Intended to create atmosphere; you can widen, shorten and/or lengthen the fabric depending on how much privacy you desire.

Here's how to sew Japanese-style curtains by hand:



Another great deco idea for your walls is a simple drawing.

Everyone remembers high school art classes and their frustrated sketches of everyday and seemingly simple objects. You may think you've already forgotten what how to draw but actually; the secret was some logical observation plus patience all along.

Try it out for a relaxing activity and frame your work. Even if you're not feeling convinced at the end of the activity, just remember, "Art can be anything".


If you really want to learn how to draw: find an art class nearby and take a short course.


I quickly learnt drawing was a more technical skill acquired through careful observation rather than inbound talent I originally thought.


The sketch looked quite stunning framed simply and hung modestly in a corner.