Steps 12 - 13

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Step 12) Screw three eyelets to the underside of the batten so that each aligns with each row of plastic rings on the blind. Screw a fourth eyelet to the edge of the batten where the cords will fall and where the blind will be operated from.

Step 13) Tie each length of cord to each of the three rings on the lowest pleat. Then thread each length of cord through each of the rings above it, and through the eyelets, finishing on the working side of the batten (see illustration). Trim the cords to a suitable length and thread on a wooden acorn. Fix a cleat in place on the wall and use to secure the cords.

Looking for more ways to create a personal touch for your window? Check out our step-by-step guides on how to make Swedish blinds, how to make a roll-up blind and how to make a cafe curtain. Plus, watch our video playlist for how to measure up curtains and blinds.

Illustration, Michael A. Hill  

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