How to Tie Back Curtain Tassel Tie Backs

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Introduction

How to customize an accessory? Curtains are made to trim a window. Sure you can add fun patterns or different fabric textures and even unique curtain rods to add a personal touch to your windows. However, the ultimate accessory for a curtain is tiebacks. This is an easy and inexpensive way to make your own tassel curtain backings.

Step 1

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Wrap it up

Cut two 6-inch pieces of yarn and set aside. Fold the cardboard into a rectangle. The size will depend on how big you want your tassel to be. Wrap yarn around rectangle about 30 times or until desired thickness.

Pro Tip

Use sock yarn.

Step 2

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Do

Slide the thread off the card. Use one of the 6-inch pieces of yarn to tie a double knot in the center of your bundle.

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Tie

Fold the bundle in half so the double knot sits on top. Wrap the other 6-inch piece of yarn around the entire bundle. Secure with a double knot.

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Cut

Cut the loops.

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Trim

Trim the ends.

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Add accounts

Slide the beads on top of the tassel. Secure the beads with a dab of hot glue at the bottom of each bead.

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Loop

Cut a piece of the rope or leather cord to the size you need to fit around the curtain to tie it back on. Fold the ends in about an inch from each end and glue them together.

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Wrap the loop

Add another dab of glue, and then wrap the thread around the base of the leather loop. When the area is covered, add another drop of glue to secure the tail of the thread, then trim.

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Enjoy!

Cut around your curtain and enjoy!

Pro Tip

Use removable hooks on your wall to crimp the ends of the tassel finials.