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I Hacked My $30 Target Window Shades to Work With Alexa

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I Hacked My $30 Target Window Shades to Work With Alexa

by Yuvien Royer on Jul 20 2026
Want automated blinds on a budget? I explain exactly how I retrofitted my cheap Target window shades with smart motors to save hundreds of dollars.
Why Motorized 30 Inch Wide Roman Shades Echo (And How to Fix It)

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Why Motorized 30 Inch Wide Roman Shades Echo (And How to Fix It)

by Yuvien Royer on Jul 06 2026
Standard windows act like acoustic amplifiers. Here is why your 30 inch wide roman shades sound so loud, and how to silence roman shades 30 inches wide.
Why Blindsgalore Roman Shades Are a Nightmare to Automate

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Why Blindsgalore Roman Shades Are a Nightmare to Automate

by Yuvien Royer on Jul 03 2026
Thinking about adding smart motors to your budget blinds? Here is why trying to automate heavy blindsgalore roman shades usually ends in stripped gears.
I Tried to Smart-Hack JCP Roman Shades So You Don't Have To

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I Tried to Smart-Hack JCP Roman Shades So You Don't Have To

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 27 2026
Thinking about retrofitting smart motors into budget jcp roman shades? I tried hacking department store blinds, and here is why purpose-built is better.
Why Finding Good Smart Shades for Arched Windows Took Me Six Months

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Why Finding Good Smart Shades for Arched Windows Took Me Six Months

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 22 2026
Tired of ugly paper inserts? After months of searching, I finally found motorized smart shades for arched windows that actually fit and block the heat.
Why I'll Never Attempt a Bottom-Up Shades DIY Project Again

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Why I'll Never Attempt a Bottom-Up Shades DIY Project Again

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 17 2026
Thinking about a bottom-up shades DIY project to get street-level privacy on a budget? Here is exactly why stringing your own lift cords is a terrible idea.
I Ruined 3 Yards of Fabric Figuring Out How to Make Arch Window Curtains

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I Ruined 3 Yards of Fabric Figuring Out How to Make Arch Window Curtains

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 16 2026
I wasted hours trying to sew custom inserts before realizing the secret. Here is exactly how to make arch window curtains that look high-end and automated.
I Tried Automating DIY Drawstring Curtains (And Burned Out a Motor)

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I Tried Automating DIY Drawstring Curtains (And Burned Out a Motor)

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 14 2026
Thinking about automating your window treatments? Learn why trying to use diy drawstring curtains usually ends up jamming your expensive smart track.
Can a $30 Joann Fabrics Roman Shade Kit Handle a Smart Motor?

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Can a $30 Joann Fabrics Roman Shade Kit Handle a Smart Motor?

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 11 2026
Thinking of building DIY smart blinds? See why automating a joann fabrics roman shade kit requires a few structural hacks to avoid burning out your motor.
My $200 Smart Arch Window Treatments DIY (That Actually Works)

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My $200 Smart Arch Window Treatments DIY (That Actually Works)

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 07 2026
I refused to pay $1,500 for custom shades. Here is my step-by-step smart arch window treatments diy guide using budget fabrics and a bendable motor track.
I Fixed My Crooked DIY Roll Up Curtain With a $60 Smart Motor

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I Fixed My Crooked DIY Roll Up Curtain With a $60 Smart Motor

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 01 2026
Following a viral tutorial for a diy roll up curtain left me with tangled cords and crooked fabric. Here is how I salvaged the project with a smart motor.
I Automated the Cheapest Bamboo Blinds I Could Find

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I Automated the Cheapest Bamboo Blinds I Could Find

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 01 2026
Looking for a bamboo shades discount? I bought the cheapest bamboo blinds online and added smart motors. Here is how to automate discount bamboo blinds safely.
I Finally Found Narrow Window Shades That Actually Fit Smart Motors

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I Finally Found Narrow Window Shades That Actually Fit Smart Motors

by Yuvien Royer on Jun 01 2026
Skinny sidelights and slot windows are a nightmare to automate. Here is how I finally found narrow window shades that fit smart motors and look great.
I Automated 8 Windows for Under $1K With Affordable Roman Shades

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I Automated 8 Windows for Under $1K With Affordable Roman Shades

by Yuvien Royer on May 31 2026
Quoted $6,000 for smart blinds? Here is how I automated my entire living room using affordable roman shades without sacrificing that high-end custom look.
How I Automated Cheap Window Shades Without Looking Tacky

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How I Automated Cheap Window Shades Without Looking Tacky

by Yuvien Royer on May 31 2026
Blown your budget on a house but still need privacy? I tested if you can buy and automate cheap window shades without making your living room look tacky.
I Tried Automating a Budget Stylewell Roller Shade (And Regretted It)

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I Tried Automating a Budget Stylewell Roller Shade (And Regretted It)

by Yuvien Royer on May 31 2026
Trying to motorize a basic Stylewell roller shade seems like a great budget hack, until the fabric frays and the motor slips. Here is why I finally upgraded.
Stop Buying Door Blinds: How to Make Roman Shades for French Doors

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Stop Buying Door Blinds: How to Make Roman Shades for French Doors

by Yuvien Royer on May 29 2026
Tired of blinds slapping your glass? Here is exactly how to make roman shades for french doors that look custom, clear the handles, and can be automated.
I Stopped Smudging My Blinds With These DIY Roller Shade Pulls

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I Stopped Smudging My Blinds With These DIY Roller Shade Pulls

by Yuvien Royer on May 28 2026
Tired of leaving greasy fingerprints on your manual blinds? These custom DIY roller shade pulls look premium, save your fabric, and take minutes to make.
Why I Gave Up on Inside Mounts for a Roller Shade Mounting Bracket

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Why I Gave Up on Inside Mounts for a Roller Shade Mounting Bracket

by Yuvien Royer on May 26 2026
Shallow windows ruining your smart blind dreams? Here is why switching to an outside roller shade mounting bracket fakes larger windows and saves your trim.
My $800 Mistake: Buying Custom Curtains for Round Window Frames

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My $800 Mistake: Buying Custom Curtains for Round Window Frames

by Yuvien Royer on May 25 2026
Struggling to cover a porthole? I spent months looking for curtains for round window frames before realizing outside-mounted smart drapes are the only fix.