She Transforms Shower Rings Into A Shimmery Bead Curtain With A Clever DIY
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Creating groovy beaded curtains can transform plain-looking windows or doorways, giving them a chic, retro-inspired look. However, some pet owners warn that those low-hanging strings of colorful beads could invite some unwanted claw attacks. If you have a pile of beads begging to be threaded but don't want to create a tempting target for curious pets, TikTok user archive_of_whimsi came up with a clever alternative: she transformed shower curtain rings and beads into a shorter, "cat-friendly" beaded curtain with a boho-chic, whimsical vibe.
What you'll need for this project can likely be found around your home, especially if you tend to store lots of craft and DIY items over time, but affordable options are also available online. You'll need a tension shower rod wide enough for your doorway, along with some curtain rings for your beaded threads to hang from. You'll also want metallic spray paint, jump rings, string or nylon thread, a copious assortment of beads, and tools like scissors and long-nose pliers. If you don't have any beads stashed at home, you can always buy a pack of assorted ones on Amazon for around $9. Should you need to purchase all the materials mentioned above, the total cost should be about $60 to $70, depending on what you already have.
Combine shower rings and assorted beads to create a pet-friendly bead curtain
Before you begin, spray-paint your tension rod, curtain rings, and jump rings, then let them dry completely before assembling the strands. Spray in a well-ventilated area and allow the pieces to cure fully according to the product's instructions. Once that's covered, attach a jump ring to each curtain ring and tie one end of your string or nylon thread to the jump ring. Afterward, thread your beads onto the string one at a time, and once you're done, tie a knot at the other end to keep everything in place. For the shorter, pet-conscious design, keep each strand under 12 inches long.
@archive_of_whimsi ✨I made this cat friendly (short) beaded curtain a while back. Excuse the messy desk – I'm still just a girl... Our cats don't jump for it even if it makes occasional sounds when touched. I just a shower rod such as curtain rings (sprayed them in a golden colour) and a ton of beads. It took me approximately a weekend. Hope you like it ✨ #whimsicalart #handmade #beads #cozy #fyp
The original DIY used strands ranging from roughly 6 to 12 inches, which will create an arched look once the curtain is assembled. To do this, keep the shortest strands in the center, then place the longer strands towards the edges of the curtain. This graduated arrangement gives the finished piece its distinctive scalloped shape while also keeping the lowest beads farther off the floor.
Once all of that is assembled, place your pet-friendly beaded curtain in your doorway and adjust the spacing until it looks balanced. If you want to experiment with other modern design tips for beaded curtains, you can work with different styles, even going as far as assembling a cute image of an apple tree or a mountain landscape; or you can swap the threads for translucent ribbons and use larger beads.