Cover Sliding Glass Doors In Style With A Cute Button Curtain DIY

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We all love our sliding glass doors — it's practical, space-saving, and great for welcoming more natural light in our homes. However, when daylight glares from outside, or something about it just feels too plain, you may feel the itch to add some sort of cover. For this instance, consider looking past the standard fabric curtains or blinds and grab a stash of assorted buttons and create a cute button curtain to add more character to your sliding glass doors. Here, we can take some inspiration from the kitschy bead curtains that were all the rage in Western pop culture from the '60s throughout the early 2000s, as seen in the interior designs of the popular film "Amélie" and home decor in the "What A Girl Wants" movie.

For this DIY, fret not if you do not have spare buttons lying around at home. The next best place to look is your local thrift store, where you may find a jar or two on a random shelf. Alternatively, you can purchase buttons in bulk on Amazon for less than $12, depending on color, size, and variety.

There are two ways you can assemble your button curtain. One option is to use jump rings for a more metallic, retro finish; or use string like nylon or yarn for a softer finish — and also the easier and more affordable route. Before you begin, make sure you have a measurement in mind to make sure your button curtains are at uniform length. Next, it is best to plan your button lineup before threading or connecting them together. You can arrange them by color, size, or a mix of both, since this is where you can experiment and get creative with your layout.

If you use jump rings, use pliers to connect your buttons. Here, you may need to work with different-sized jump rings; you can use 20 millimeter rings for larger buttons, and 8 millimeter rings for smaller ones. You can get a set of jump rings in these sizes on Amazon for less than $12, or a set of colored jump rings for about $16 if you want a more rainbow-like finish. If you'll use string, thread the buttons with a needle, leaving enough length at the end to create a loop around the rod. Once you have assembled all your button chains or strands, hang them on your curtain rod and adjust accordingly. If you want more kitsch in your interiors, get even more creative and repurpose any leftover buttons into stylish home decor.