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Member since 6/20/09
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Posted on: 4/28/10 6:27 PM ET
I purchased some ready made drapes and would like to convert them to a grommet top. I've seen several companies on-line that sell a grommet tape system. You sew the tape to the back side of the drape. The tape has aluminum rings already attached to the tape. You simply cut out the holes and attach a decorative (although plastic) ring to the front after cutting holes in the fabric. Has anyone used this system? Have recommended supplier?
  
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Posted on: 4/28/10 6:54 PM ET
In reply to Busyles
I just made some grommet top drapes and they turned out really nicely: my review

One of the most annoying parts of making said drapes trying to get the grommets all nicely spaced, and it sounds like the tape would totally eliminate that problem. I have no idea where you'd buy such a thing, but it sounds like a great idea. I say go for it!
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Posted on: 4/28/10 7:03 PM ET
Well, loved your review! Glad I don't have a kitten to "help" me. Here are the two sites I found that offer the grommet tape system I'm considering. Where did you get the plastic grommets you used?
http://www.homespunfabrics.com or http://www.fkdesigninc.com
  
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