Back Door Window Curtain

     The kitchen door was not just outdated - it was worn, discolored and less than energy efficient. The inset window was unattractive, to say the least - the exterior jalousies were operated by a crank, which was long gone, the interior was a sort of ridiculous storm window that had been altered for privacy with a DIY leaded pattern filled in with an etch-effect paint, and in-between was a lovely collection of dust and cobwebs. Suffice it to say, we were thrilled with the new steel door and its nine-paned window, even with the tags still attached.
     However, the privacy issue loomed again and I searched for suitable ideas, considering different styles of curtains and shades. After settling on a lace panel with top and bottom rod pockets, I visited the hardware store and was pleasantly surprised to find a product that I did not know even existed - magnetic rods! No need to put screw holes in the new door! It took very little time to measure and hem the lace (which I  found in my fabric stash) and hang up the new curtain. I love the new clean look and since the grandchildren are (mostly) grown and the dog is (mostly) well-behaved, the rods stay pretty much in place.