I made some curtains for the bedroom. I got this fabric for $1 per yard at Walmart. So, for both panels it was $3!
Mine have a ruffle top, if you want it straight, start with fabric that is 7 inches longer than you want your curtains and fold down 2 inches on the top instead of four. Then skip the last step.
My hem is actually only 3 inches, although my directions say to make it four. For a longer or shorter hem, adjust the length of your fabric before you start sewing.
I hope this gives you a little visual. Any questions?
Mine have a ruffle top, if you want it straight, start with fabric that is 7 inches longer than you want your curtains and fold down 2 inches on the top instead of four. Then skip the last step.
My hem is actually only 3 inches, although my directions say to make it four. For a longer or shorter hem, adjust the length of your fabric before you start sewing. 
I hope this gives you a little visual. Any questions?
Just saw this on One Pretty Thing and I had to start following you so I can find you later on when I need this! I went to Hobby Lobby the other day to look at fabric for my daughter's room. I wasn't sure if there was a type of fabric that was better or not, but now I know I can do it! Thanks!!
ReplyDeleteI have made curtains with lot's of different kinds of material. The kind I used for these is sheer. It worked fine but it was pretty delicate and stretchy compared to the regular cotton I normally use. I would not recommend anything really dark or heavy that would block out too much light.
ReplyDeleteI have even made them out of sheets before. They have some different solid colors of twin sheets on rollback at Walmart for $3. I don't think I saw many good girly colors though though.