Antique Curtain Rod End

I found this unusual item in a collection of items left from the passing of my mother's aunt. It may look odd, but actually serves a purpose. The slim end slides easily into the end of an ordinary curtain rod and the larger, smooth end helps the rod slide easily through the curtains to hang. This is a homemade item, carved from a cork. If you're any good at carving things, you could probably make one for yourself.

By marie cecchini from West Dundee, IL