I got a sewing machine and I used it for my first project. I saw this on HDTV and thought it was a nice splash of color. Over my fridge I put curtains on the cupboard instead of the doors.

....and then added the same material to the opposite wall. I think it turned out ok!

PS....if anyone wants to teach me how to sew a pattern I'll teach you how to make your own blog page and header. ANYONE??!?!???!?