Woman keeps art of making straw rain cape alive Fan Licai makes straw rain cape at her home in Zhuliangzhuang village, Heilin town, Ganyu district, Lianyungang city, Jiangsu province, August 2, 2016.

With PVC pipes, a little creativity, and some basic DIY skills, you can quickly build a custom rain cover that shields your windows from the rain, all while adding a unique touch to your home.