I believe that Steampunk is more than just brass and watchparts. It's finding a way to combine the past and the future in an aesthetic pleasing yet still punkish way. It's living a life that looks old-fashioned, yet speaks to the future. It's taking the detritus of our modern technological society and remaking it into useful things. Join me as I search for items for my house that combine the scientific romanticism of the Victorians with our real present and imagined future.
Wednesday, September 5, 2007
Paper Curtain Template
The Martha Stewart Halloween Special Issue (I know, I know -- I read these things so you don't have to....) has instructions for creating these elegant paper window curtains (along with a template).
I like this idea -- do it in a Victorian wallpaper or wrapping paper (maybe glue it to cardboard first) and you'd have a very inexpensive and very unique window covering.
(I know, I know -- I read these things so you don't have to....)
ReplyDeleteOh, Sara. You are too funny. I enjoy your blog so so so much. I especially loved the gypsy caravan photos during the "cozy corners" series. Just a few days after I read that I saw Stardust which featured a lovely yellow one. Fabulous.
-Sally J.
The Practical Archivist
Yes! I saw Stardust around the same time and pleased with the synchronicity, too. And I'm reminded that I have a whole list of observations on the homes in Stardust that I've been meaning to post!
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