Beaded Curtains

Beaded Curtains and door beads are very cool in certain situations. They seem to be used most by college students in their dorm rooms and those with an eclectic sense of style, especially those looking for a more retro decor. They were commonly used in the 60's and 70's by the hippie population and still have a strong following today. Beaded curtains can be a wide variety of styles and colors, they can come in wood, plastic and bamboo. You can even have patterns and images appear with the beading. A lot of people find that making their own beaded curtains is relaxing and fun, some even turn it into a money making business instead of just a hobby. Making your own can be time consuming but you'll also have exactly what you want; assuming you know what you're doing.

Beaded curtains are often used in areas where a full door isn't really necessary but you still want to emphasize a distinctive line between the two rooms. In many movies you'll see them used as bedroom, bathroom and closet doors. You can also use them over windows, and if done correctly it can scatter beautiful colors across your room. Some people use them as kitchen curtains, but less often. I don't recommend using them as shower curtains since water would go everywhere!

One school of thought in feng shui is that doorways directly opposite each other in a hallway symbolize confrontation and misunderstanding between occupants. The solution is to place a beaded curtain over the doorway as a cure. Interesting thought.

If you'd rather not take the time and have enough hobbies, you can buy beaded curtains from a variety of retailers, including some very good ones online.

Beaded Curtain Stores

Did You Say - offering beaded curtains in wood, plastic and bamboo.

24 Hours 7 Days - beaded curtains in a variety of styles and colors

Wooden Beaded Curtains - a variety of patterned wooden doorway beaded curtains

Wood Beaded Curtains - roughly $30

Beaded Doorway Curtains - from wicked cool stuff, lots of options to choose from

Spencer Gifts - fairly inexpensive

If you'd rather make it yourself (don't forget the curtain rods) shop these stores for:

Beaded Curtain Beads

Fashion Beads for Beaded Curtains

Instructions to Make Your Own Beaded Curtains, Tutorial

Bead Catalog - make your own beaded curtains

Beaded Curtain Tutorial

No matter what you decide about making your own or buying from a store, you are sure to add your own flair to the decor by using beaded curtains!