Note: This was sent in to me from “Carol” and I liked it so much that I figured I’d post it so everyone could read it.
-Cathy
I knew that I was not going to have a lot of extra money to spend on decorating my new home. Therefore, I decided to turn to cheap wooden blinds as an alternative. There was no possible way that I was going to allow myself to purchase mini blinds, because in my mind, everyone who came into my home would think that I bought the cheapest thing that I could find and that I did not have a sense of style.
However, I knew that if I was careful with my spending, I would easily be able to find some beautiful blinds for my home that would keep the cold air out and also look beautiful. At first I considered getting vertical blinds because they are not only beautiful but also practical. However, after I noticed how affordable I could get some plantation blinds for, I knew that I was going to have a hard time trying to make up my mind.
I really think that I like the 2 inch slat on the wooden blinds. Another thing that I like about this type of wooden blinds is the fact that they also come in a natural, wood-tone. Therefore, everything is going to match perfectly. After a great deal of consideration and talking things over with my mother who happens to be an interior designer, I decided to go with the plantation blinds. After all, they are definitely a classic. I think that this is something that I am going to enjoy for a number of years.
I love the fact that they are easy to open. I was even able to hire a professional to come in and hang the blinds for me. By doing things this way, I knew for certain that I was going to be able to enjoy my stylish and new (and cheap) wooden blinds for many years to come!
Now that I look back, I do not have any regrets on the type of blinds which I have chosen for my home. They are very affordable and also very practical. I know that they are going to last a number of years if I do my best to take care of them. It seems as if I am always getting a compliment from a friend or neighbor about my beautiful blinds. In my opinion, nobody needs to know that they were purchased for a very affordable price. I am glad that I waited for them to go on sale.
The moral of my story? “If I can do it, anyone can!”
