So there you have it. There is a wonderful world of cheap ready-made curtains and draperies just waiting for you to discover. Go out and explore you options. You won't be disappointed.
Buyers are always more relaxed when the vendors are not there; take the dog for a walk, go for a coffee, take the kids to the park, whatever - but try and be away during showings.
The typical window blind comes in a number of forms. You have the popular roman, roller, Venetian and bamboo blinds to name but a few. These are generally lower priced than bespoke or custom curtains for instance. Although lower in price they can serve the purposes well dependent upon your goals. Roller blinds are a good option for those areas of the home which does not require total privacy.
The style panoramic glass curtains of your custom window treatments also needs to be considered. Your home tende per hotel style will determine this to some degree, but there will likely be some leeway in what you choose. There are so many options today, that it might be difficult to make a final decision.
How is the cost of the curtains determined? The better the quality fabric you purchase, the more costly the curtains will be. The same goes for the ready made curtains you buy. Made in China cheaper fabrics will not give you the quality that will be hand made by a professional seamstress, although it will cost less. The price will also be determined by the type of fabric you decide to buy, and the amount of fabric you will need. If you take your time and research fabrics, types and patterns you will be more likely to get what you want.
Finally, add some spirit of the season. Perhaps you know a neighbor who has squash overflowing their kitchen? Offer to take some off their hands and display it piled on the porch, or stacked in a wheelbarrow. (Tuck a small pot of mums into the stack for a special fall touch!) Pick up some candles from the dollar shop or discount store and use them nightly for your family and yourself. Pick up seed pods, pinecones, and acorns on your family nature walks and start a nature jar to display and keep as a memento of your year. Line a serving bowl with a cloth napkin or fabric remnant, and fill with apples and pears form the grocery. Set out small dished with cinnamon sticks and cloves to sweeten the air with the fall feeling.