[VAC] curtains

[RayCynRich@xxxxxxx]

Hi Doug,

We are in the process of updating our 1979 Execlla 500.  It was purchased new 
by my mother in law and we received it when she passed away.

One of the things we have done of course is the drapes.  In reading this 
thread I  noticed that most of the options were covered.

I agree with Em's statement that you will probably get a better product and 
just what you want if you or someone you know can sew.  This way you can 
choose your own fabric.

Since I can't (or dont want to) to sew.  We opted for a local seamstress.  
She had never done drapes for an airstream but she had made drapes for homes. 
 She came and looked at them and took the old ones for patterns.  The 
finished product is great -- not cheap but great.  They really make the 
trailer.  And we had them in two weeks.  Plus I was able to use the fabric 
that I wanted and the get them very quickly.  If you chose this route you can 
buy the plastic T and G hooks that ride in the tracks from an airstream 
dealer.

Some people purchase ready made drapes and adapt them to the trailer.  I have 
seen this done and it looked okay but I really like the custom fit.  And 
while custom is more expensive it is something you do once every 15 - 20 
years or so. 

Now it is on to the floor.  We (I should say my husband) is installing Pergo 
throughout the trailer.  And I must say he does not work as fast as my 
seamstress.  But then again he is not getting paid as well!  LOL

Good luck and I would be interested to know what you decide on your drapes.

Cynthia and Raymond Richard
WBCCI #1445
1979 Excella 500 (not vintage yet but soon)