DIY Beaded Curtain Tiebacks

How make curtain tiebacks using wooden beads

One month ago, I hosted my first shibori workshop as part of a series of upcoming maker's events. It was super fun and creative, so basically I can't wait to share all the pictures with you. Since I put so much energy into that event, I wanted to share a simple and mess-free DIY. As many of you know, I have been updating my art studio to create a coastal vibe and modern office where I can work on my designs. I needed new curtain tie backs to tame my white linen panel curtains. I was really happy with the results and the whole project only took 15 minutes out my work-day. High-five!

This post originally appeared in early July, and quickly became one of my most popular posts. I am adding an update and improvement today to the project after using the ties for over a month. Here is how you too can make simple and inexpensive beaded curtain tiebacks in around 15-20 minutes. Happy Crafting! 

For this project you will need only two things:

1. Various-sized natural wooden beads
2. Faux suede vegan leather cord, make sure to select the 6 pack that includes the neutrals, white and gray cord. 

***Please note that my original tie-backs were strung on twine, but I decided to restring them for a more durable loop and finish them up using the faux suede cord. I plan to use this cord again on another project! 

Read on through for the full project and list of supplies!  

I began by creating a loop at one end of the cord. I knotted it 2 times so that the first bead would rest on the knot. 

I began by stringing the medium sized bead first. I could not find my embroidery needle, so I simply taped the tip of the cord using packaging tape to make it easier to thread and prevent fraying as I worked. I created a pattern using medium and large beads in a pattern. I decided to use the small beads for another project although I do think they could be used to create a different pattern and/or longer beaded tiebacks. 

I used 16 beads total and looped the twine through the last large beads a 3 times to secure it before knotting it and trimming the excess twine.  

...Ta-da! you've got it. New tie-backs in about 15 minutes that look natural and Scandinavian chic!

Here is the update look strung on vegan gray suede below! I am really loving this vegan leather cord and I feel like it has additional uses from shoe-lacing to gift-wrap. 

I slide the last 2 beads through the loop at the end to adjust the length and tightness. 

Total Project Cost: $$
Here is a recap to the supplies I used below: 

1. ​1.  Natural Round Beads 
2. 2.  Natural Hemp Twine
3. **Pair of linen panel curtains
4. 3. Vegan leather cord 
5. For even larger more dramatic you could go a size-up with these beads! 

Making each tie-back was very affordable. 

I still have plenty of small and medium beads left-over so I might create 2 additional tie-backs or a wooden garland for other rooms in the house. 

Hope this simple project makes your curtains look perfect and more manageable. Leave a comment below, if you try it out or tag me on Instagram. 

If you enjoyed this project, you might enjoy other my other simple DIY projects like how-to create a modern hexagon collage for your room!

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